Delhi is any foodie’s paradise. But it does get boring going to the same old food joints again and again. Here’s presenting a list of 5 hidden gems that you should try out. And yes, they are light on the pocket too.
1. NATRAJ DAHI BHALLA CORNER
The shop is only famous for – no prizes for guessing – Dahi Bhalla. One of the best in Delhi.
WHERE: 1396, Main Road Near Central Bank, Opposite Paranthe Wali Gali, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi
COST: Rs 100 for 2 people
USP: Dahi-bhalla. Duh.
2. ART OF SPICES
This place came up from nothing and is now a favorite. Awarded by Zomato, this place serves some seriously awesome Kathi Rolls. The people in Karol Bagh swear by its famous Butter-Chicken Roll.
WHERE: B1/3, Behind City Hospital, Pusa Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi
COST: Rs 200 for 2 people
USP: Butter-chicken and Veg. Roll
3. CHA BAR
Located inside the posh Oxford Bookstore in Connaught Place, youngsters flock to this tiny place all-day. True to its name, this place serves over 200 varieties of chai. And you thought tea could not be interesting.
WHERE: N 81, Oxford Bookstore, Connaught Place, New Delhi
COST: Rs 200 for 2 people
USP: In-house library. And chai.
4. GANESH RESTAURANT
Strictly for the non-vegetarians, this place has been around for many years now. A take-away eatery, people throng this place all day long. Their fish items are counted among the best.
WHERE: 2298, Gurudwara Road Chowk, Karol Bagh, New Delhi
COST: Rs 300 for 2 people
USP: Tandoori Chicken, Fish Tandoori
5. JANG BAHADUR KACHORI WALA
This is the real deal. Situated in Old Delhi, the kachoris are served with a really, really spicy Aloo sabzi. Popular among the local people and those who come for shopping at Chandni Chowk, it has been featured in various newspapers as well.
WHERE: 1104, Maliwara, Jogiwari, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi
COST: Rs 100 for 2 people
USP: The Kachaloo chutney served with the kachoris.