Cafes — privy to first dates, family luncheons, reading sessions, and reunions — have become an indispensable part of our lives. Good company with a side of aromatic coffee flaunting latte art and fluffy griddlecakes is the recipe for a wholesome day. In a bid to make 2024 a year of cherishable coffee shop outings, we’re creating a cafe circuit with the hottest halts in the capital. Read on to discover the best newly opened cafes in Delhi and what makes them worth a visit this month.
Brewing memories: Best new cafes in Delhi
October 2024
Harajuku Bakehouse
Japanese flavours, traditional baking techniques, and the trademark Harajuku presentation comes together at New Delhi’s latest dessert space, Harajuku Bakehouse. Whether you’re seeking jiggly pancakes, Japanese cotton cheesecakes, or chewy mochi, this bakehouse offers it all. The menu also features a savoury section with crowd-favourites like garlic cheese bombs, and flavorful Korean pepperoni pizzas.
Where: Harajuku Bake House, Ground Floor , No 38, Basant Lok Community Center, Vasant Vihar , South West Delhi 110057
Time: 10 am to 11 pm on weekdays, and 10 am to 1 am on weekends.
Contact: 8130118984
Must Try: Bento Cake Taro, Manga Macarons, Japanese Roll Cake Sakura, and Handpulled Chicken Wrap.
Check them out here.
September 2024
Bombay Boy
As Mumbai’s iconic Vada Pav becomes increasingly popular among Delhiites, Bombay Boy, a QSR — quick service restaurant — is here to bring Mumbai’s street food flavours to the national capital. Expect Bhel Puri, Bombay Sandwiches, Black Pav Bhaji, and more on your table (with a twist on some classics), straight from the City of Dreams!
Where: C-31, Shop-1, Bank Road, Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, 110017
Time: 11 am to 11 pm
Contact: +91- 9368540640
Must Try: Dabeli, Vada Pav, Irani Kheema, and Sev Puri
Check them out here.
July 2024
First Coffee
With beans that are harvested from a 100-year-old estate and savoury delights to complement the caffeine kick, First Coffee is here to fuel our everyday indulgence. Its innovative brews like The Untamed Espresso, Jelly Jolt Affogato, and The Thug Life Tropicano are sure to spruce up your barista experience.
Where: DLF Cyber Park, Gurugram; Pacific Mall in Pitampura; and Pacific Outlet Mall in Jasola.
Time: 11 am to 10 pm, everyday.
Contact: +91 9410485027
Must Try: OG Cold Coffe, Marble Cake Slice, Butter Croissant, Rainbow Doughnut, Pain au Chocolate and Royal Strawberry, among others.
Check them out here.
La Croûte
This open kitchen bakery in Delhi’s Sunder Nagar Market crafts a whimsical escape for dessert lovers. Stop by for hearty pies, tarts, and sugar-sweet memories! Their savoury menu, too, is sprinkled with mouthwatering delicacies, perfect for a brunch date with friends and folks alike.
Where: 18, Sundar Nagar Main Market, Sundar Nagar, Delhi, India 110003
Time: 8 am to 10 pm, every day.
Contact: +91 9311013400
Must Try: Croissant Breakfast Sando, Turkish Cilbir Eggs, Gambas Pil Pil, and Beer Battered Fish and Chips, among others.
Check them out here.
June 2024
Neighbourly
Next on our list of the best cafes in Delhi is ‘Neighbourly by Cafe Delhi Heights’. This culinary experience promises a homely ambience, warm hospitality, sumptuous bites and treasured memories! The wooden accents, teal and beige undertones, and lots of natural light ensure the perfect space for both solo dates and group outings.
Where: Shop R1-G20 & R1-G21, Ground, Mezzanine & Upper Ground Floor, M3M 65th Avenue, Sector 65, Gurgaon
Time: 12 pm to 12 am
Contact: +91 9643554033
Must Try: Panzanella Salad, Jackfruit Skewer, White Snapper, Pizza Al Greco, and Apple Pie Sundae, among others.
Check them out here.
May 2024
The Autumn House
Step into the world of European flavour and flair where vintage decor, plush seating, and indoor greens elevate the dining experience. From drool-worthy pizza doughs to garden fresh pasta, savour the choicest of Italian delicacies and warm hospitality of The Autumn House, easily one of the best new cafes in Delhi.
Where: Property 1, Block BS, Sector 117, Near Sector 72, Noida
Time: 11.30 am to 10.30 pm
Contact: +91 9717739971
Must Try: Vegetable Panino, Cream Of Chicken Leeks Soup, Tutto Mushroom Garlic Fusilli, and Mango Cheesecake, among others.
Check them out here.
April 2024
Tahia
For handcrafted cocktails, gorgeous Sunday brunches, and rooftop rendezvous under the starlit sky, look no further than Tahia, Noida’s first bohemian terrace bar and cafe. The urban-chic decor, dynamic lighting, and surreal views of the sunset add to the dining experience.
Where: 6th Floor, The Eliot, Hazipur Road, Sector 104, Noida 201301
Time: 11 am to 12 am
Contact: +91 9919915908
Must Try: Mushroom Black Garlic Pate, Zing Chicken Wings, Fish Mahi Lemon Foam, and Spinach Pokchoy Dimsums, among others.
Check them out here.
March 2024
Trattoria Hugo
Fancy a decadent pasta? Look no further than Prateek Gupta and Rachit Goel’s gourmet Italian dining destination Trattoria Hugo. Here, the in-house chefs and their culinary brigade rustle up elevated classics that look splendid and taste even better!
Where: A 15A/1, Block A, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016, Hauz Khas, New Delhi
Time: 10 am to 10 pm
Contact: 01141767979
Must Try: Italian Nonna Spaghetti, Chicken Parmigiana, Meatballs in Bisque, Brioche Bun Lobster Rolls, and Fried Chicken Rolls, among others.
Check them out here.
Lavonne Cafe
Famed for its French-inspired coffee and desserts, Bengaluru’s popular Lavonne Cafe now has a New Delhi address too, in the capital’s Defence Colony. Replete with croissant-shaped lamps, sun-drenched interiors, and a menu that’ll leave you spoilt for choice, Lavonne Cafe – among the best new cafes in Delhi – is ideal for a brunch with your friends and folks, or even a solo coffee date!
Where: D-16, Upper Ground Floor, Shiniwas Puri, Block D, Defence Colony, New Delhi
Time: 8.30 am to 10.30 pm
Contact: +919740954505
Must Try: Granola Powerbowl, Grilled Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salad, and Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca, among others.
Check them out here.
February 2024
Osteria
Whether you’re looking for a vibrant cafe for meeting your friends, working on the latest slide deck, or are organising a community event, Osteria in Noida rises to the occasion. With Italian flavours and impeccable hospitality, the cafe rustles up woodfired pizzas, comforting pasta, and handcrafted mocktails.
Where: Osteria – Authentic Italian Pizzeria, Spectrum Metro Mall, Sector-75, Noida 201301
Time: 12 pm to 11 pm
Contact: +91 8068971485
Must Try: Mushroom Duplex, Cajun Spice Pizza, Pesto Sundried Tomato Pizza, and Banoffee Pie, among others.
Check them out here.
January 2024
Mittyesque
Step into the dreamy bohemian sanctuary of Mittyesque, where innovative cocktails, sushi platters, live performances, and DJ nights are always in fashion. The modern architectural elements complement the splendid rooftop views, the vibrant bar, and the inviting menu.
Where: Unit R1 201, 2nd Floor, M3M 65Th Avenue, Golf Course Extension, Gurgaon
Time: 12 pm to 1 am
Contact: +91 8068974680
Must Try: Vietnam Glass Noodle Salad, Shish Taouk Chicken, Cottage Cheese Harumaki, and Orzo 997, among others.
Check them out here.
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