Delhi is unquestionably the food capital of India, in addition to being the country’s capital. Connaught Place, also known as the CP, Delhi’s central business district, is the ideal location to sample the city’s delicacies.
Yes, the street food is amazing. The buttery stuffed parathas, mouthwatering chole, feather-soft bhature, and perennially popular chaats are all to die for. But CP is also teeming with cafes that serve food from all over the world and provide an experience unlike any other.
How to reach Delhi?
By air
The main airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport. It is also regarded as one of the largest airports in the nation and offers top-notch amenities like shopping malls, duty-free shops, dining establishments, cafeterias, and cyber cafes.
By rail
The headquarters of Northern Railway is in Delhi, which is also one of India’s major rail junctions. Some significant stations include Nizamuddin Railway Station, Anand Vihar Railway Terminal, New Delhi Railway Station, and Sarai Rohilla.
By road
The world’s largest fleet of CNG buses is operated by the state-owned Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC).
Cafes in CP you must visit for a fun day out
Farzi Cafe
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The Farzi Cafe in CP, Chef Zorawar Kalra’s second location, is even better than his first. This location is undoubtedly one of the best cafes in CP because it offers an exciting food menu and has a decor with open windows for an outside view and an authentic old India Parsi feel. In addition, it follows the tradition of fusion of Indian and International cuisine using molecular gastronomy. This is one of the best open-house cafes in CP, so if you’re looking for the best cafe, look no further.
Cuisine: Modern Indian food
Must Try: Paneer Makhani, Keema Paratha, Milky Way, and LIIT
Cost: about Rs 2200 for two people (with alcohol but excluding tax)
Timings: 12 p.m. to 1 a.m. (every day)
See also:List of best cafes in Juhu, Mumbai
Junkyard Cafe
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The Junkyard Cafe in CP is among the top places for hanging out with friends. This lively cafe in CP has various seating options, including outdoor seating, great music, and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu also offers a side dish for those watching their calories, but if you’re not one of them, that’s even better! Connaught Place is one of the best places to eat in Delhi and unquestionably one of the best places for a gathering.
Must-try dishes include the butterscotch shake, chicken dim sum, chicken tikka bruschetta, and LIIT. Cuisine: North Indian, Mediterranean, Asian, and Salad.
Cost: about Rs 1500 for two people (with alcohol but excluding tax)
Timings: 12 p.m. to 1 a.m. (every day)
Cha Bar
Cha Bar is top of the list of inexpensive cafes in CP. The cafe, housed inside a bookstore, is ideal for catching up with friends because it offers a wide selection of teas, salads, and finger-licking snacks. And yes, there is always a chance that a book will keep you company. This cafe in CP is unquestionably the perfect setting and one of the most exciting places in Delhi.
Cuisine: Italian and Mediterranean
Must Try: Gulab Jamun Cheesecake, Earl Grey Tea, Chai, and Tiramisu
Cost: approximately 500 Rs for two (excluding taxes)
Timings: 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Vault Cafe
The Vault Cafe, one of the top cafes in CP, has five themed vaults that can accommodate 8 to 22 people at once and be built to give visitors a sense of seclusion. The cafe also provides outdoor seating, which features more contemporary lounge music than the commercial music playing inside. There is a huge variety of food, and it is GOOD. This is a great place to celebrate with your friends.
Cuisine: Indian cuisine, Mediterranean food, Asian food, continental food, and salads
Must Try: LIIT, Stuffed Tangri Kebab, Pizza, Caesar Salad, and Mushroom Bruschettas are all must-try dishes.
Cost: about Rs 1600 for two people (with alcohol but excluding tax)
Timings: 11 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
United Coffee House
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One of the best cafes in CP to visit if you want a regal dining experience that transports you back in time is the United Coffee House. The cuisine is varied and excellent, and the atmosphere is warm, chic, and inviting. A location that is fundamentally “old school.
Must Try: Kulfi, Butter Chicken, Mezze Platter, Coffee, Chicken Malai Tikka, Punjabi Samosa Chaat, and Chicken A’la Kiev
Cuisine: North Indian, European, Asian, and Mediterranean
Cost: about Rs 2500 for two people (excluding taxes)
Timings: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
FLYP
The fantastic live music performances at FLYP, a cafe owned by MTV in CP, demonstrate that it is a place where people can show off their talent in addition to providing excellent food, a wonderful ambience, and killer music. So if you want to groove to live music, themed nights, and foot-tapping music in CP, this is the place to go. One of the few good locations in CP that you will enjoy visiting at any time of day.
Cuisine: Mexican, Italian, North Indian, and Continental cuisines
Must try: Peri Peri Chicken, BBQ Chicken Wings, Pizza, Pasta, Chicken Malai Tikka, and LIIT
Cost: about Rs 1600 for two people (with alcohol but excluding tax)
Timings: 11 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. (every day)
Tonino Cafe
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The ideal cafe in CP for couples is this one with a Tuscan villa feel. This is one of its USPs—eating here gives the impression of dining at a charming cafe in CP. You cannot go wrong with this location for a date because it offers exquisite Italian cuisine and a quaint atmosphere.
Cuisine: Pizza, Italian, cafeteria food, and salad
Must Try: Tiramisu, Pizza, Coffee, Waffles, and Peri Peri Chicken
Cost: about Rs 1500 for two people (excluding taxes)
Timings: 7:30 a.m. to midnight (every day)
Beer Cafe
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The Beer Cafe in CP is one of the best places to hang out with your friends over drinks, as the name suggests. The relaxed atmosphere, enjoyable music, and delectable finger food at this establishment—which, incidentally, perfectly complements the drinks—are its USPs. So, if you’re meeting up with your friends for the first time in a while, think about going to this CP cafe. With live music, it’s one of the best cafes in CP.
Cuisine: North Indian finger food
Must Try: Wheat Beer, Paneer Tikka, Honey Chipotle Potatoes, Veggie Platter, and Chicken Biryani
Cost: Rs 1250 for two (with alcohol but excluding taxes)
Timings: 10:30 a.m. to 12 a.m. (every day)
Smoke House Deli
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The Smoke House Deli, one of the most upscale cafes in CP, continues to maintain its distinctively plush ambience and fantastic ambience. Find everything at this all-day cafe, including pancakes, burgers, pasta, and more. This cafe has some of the best options on its menu, making it awesome to visit both at night and in the morning. Don’t pass up this plush, elegant, and stylish option!
Must Try: Pasta, Peri Peri Chicken, Pizza, Coffee, and Lemonade
Cuisine: European, Italian
Cost: about Rs 1600 for two people (excluding taxes)
Timings: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. (every day)
FAQs
What are some of the top cafes in CP that are close to the metro?
Famous cafes like United Coffee House, The Beer Cafe, Warehouse Cafe, Farzi Cafe, and more can all be reached on foot from Rajiv Chowk, the main metro station in CP.
Which cafes in CP have great nightlife?
When in Delhi, don't miss out on checking out the intriguing atmosphere and events at the FLYP@MTV Cafe, the Prime Street Cafe, 38 Barracks, and many other places if you're looking for some of the best nightlife scenes in CP.
