6 best places for a foodie to visit in Delhi

The National capital New Delhi or our beloved 'Dilli' as we call it is home to some historical landmarks, modern architectural marvels, ancient temples and a diverse range of people. New Delhi attracts a lot of tourists both Indian as well as foreigners and one of the things that everyone has on their bucket list is food travel. Being the national capital Delhi has a plethora of restaurants, cafes and food joints that present that diversity in culinary form. The spices and recipes from different parts of India and even the world make the taste of Delhi a taste worth trying. So the next time you visit Delhi, just barge onto these 6 best places for a foodie to visit in Delhi and unleash the foodie inside you. If you have a knack for trying new delicacies and your taste buds are craving for some over the top, new tasty flavours head down to these awesome regions in National capital and relish on the feast waiting inside.

1. North Campus

The North Campus of the Delhi University is a place buzzing with food outlets that are one of the best joints in entire Delhi. If you are craving for some tasty and spicy street food, snacks, fast food and multi-cuisine delicacies, North campus should be the place for you. That's not all, you get all of these items at a very pocket-friendly price. Since the place is full of students who are surviving on a limited budget, you will find several options that are well within your range and also the price point is on the lower end. So if you are craving for sweet and delicious food without hurting your pocket, visit North Campus. The nearest metro station is the DU metro station. Take a rickshaw or the feeder bus service from the metro station to reach the north campus. If you just want to relish and feat upon these economical offerings, book a room for a day nearby and enjoy your treat in North Campus.

Must try: Street Food, Sweets, North Indian, Fast Food, Sweets, and Region Specific & Multi-Cuisine
Do visit: Momo’s Point, Bille Di Hatti, Chache Di Hatti, Shagun Asian Eatery, Bamboo Hut, and South Indian Cafe.

2. South Campus

Another option just like the NOrth campus is the South campus. Also known as Satya Niketan, the South campus is famous for a variety of food items and all at a very economical price. This place is also full of students from all over India who survive on a very limited monthly sum and therefore prefer only what is cheap and best. The shops nearby have recognised this need and opened up outlets that provide the best food items at a price that doesn't burn a hole in your pockets. The nearest metro station is Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus metro station. You can take a rickshaw or auto from here to the South campus.

Must try: Fast Food & Shakes, Italian, American, Cafe, Chinese, and North Indian Grill
Do visit: Chowringhee Lane, QD’s, Echoes, Big Yellow Door, Kev’s, and Vadapav Junction

3. Chandni Chowk

New Delhi attracts a lot of tourists both Indian as well as foreigners and one of the places that are in everyone's bucket list is Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi. You can dive into the beauty of the Majestic Red Fort and age-old Jama Masjid. But Chandni Chowk is also famous for one other thing, it's street food. Chandni Chowk is the epicentre of Old Delhi and houses several street food joints and restaurants that are even centuries old. If you have a knack for street food and your taste buds are craving for some over the top, new tasty flavours head down to the streets of Chandni Chowk and unleash the Foodie Inside you. The nearest metro station is Chandni Chowk and Chawari Bazaar. The Chandni chowk metro station opens right in the middle of the market and you could just walk up to any of the food joints you wish to go. There are several couple-friendly hotels in Delhi. Just stay there and enjoy these mouth-watering flavours when on your evening stroll.

Must try: Street Food & Sweets
Do visit: Chainaram, Meghraj & Sons, Haldiram, Tiwari Bros, Old Famous Jalebiwala, Shiv Mishthan Bhandaar, and Ghantewala Halwai, Natraj Bhalle Wala etc.

4. Jama Masjid

If you love non vegetarian food, just head straight to the Jama MAsjid and feast inside the lane opposite to the Masjid. Also known as the Bazar Matia Mahal, the lane has some of the oldest and best non vegetarian cooks who have perfected the art of cooking a non vegetarian dish. You would surely have never experienced the taste as you will inside these food joints. The shops won't be a very modern and luxurious setting but rather old and classical restaurants. However, the food that they make is the best you can get. You will have a multitude of options ranging from keema samosas to grilled botis to kebabs and jalebi. There is the Jama Masjid metro station right outside the market and you can walk your way to the market. There are several couple-friendly hotels in old Delhi. Just stay there and enjoy these mouth-watering flavours when on your evening stroll.

Must try: Street Food, Mughlai, Grill, and Sweets
Do visit: Karim’s, Al Jawahar, Aslam Chicken Corner, Kallan Sweets, Haji Mohd. Hussain Fried Chicken, and Ameer Sweet House

5. Connaught Place

The most lively place in all of Delhi is Connaught Place. It can easily be called the heart of Delhi. Connaught Place is a circular market place around Rajeev chowk metro station and is walking distance from the metro with several gates opening across the market. The speciality of Connaught Place is that you will find street food as well as top of the class international cuisines in the most luxurious restaurants. Either dine on the Italian or Mexican cuisines or feast on the yummy rajma chawal or chole bhature. You will get all that you desire in Connaught Place. There are some fancy restaurants, world-class fast food chains and even local food stalls. You will also find several bars and night clubs in CP. Though some of the joints can be a little expensive, there is no foodie that can say no to CP. There are a lot of hotels in Connaught place where you can make you stay in Delhi a comfortable and memorable one. Stay there and enjoy these tasty delicacies.

Must try: Local cuisine, North Indian, International, Regional, Cafe, and Fast Food
Do visit: Kake Da Hotel, Parikrama, Jain Chawal Wale, Minar, and much more

6. Karol Bagh

If your search for most popular food joints in Delhi is still incomplete then you are probably looking for the Karol Bagh market. The local diverseness of the population converges into the style and taste of food that is presented here. From street food to fast food and from Indian Dhabas to premium restaurants. There is no dearth of options in Karol Bagh and you can surely pamper yourself with the best food. The nearest metro station is Karol Bagh metro station and you can walk up to any of the food joints or may even opt for a rickshaw if you don't feel like walking. There are a lot of couple-friendly hotels in Karol Bagh. Wake up in the morning, have a tummy full breakfast head to explore this beautiful city.

Must try: Street Food, North Indian, Punjabi, Cafe, Bakery, South Indian, and Multi-Cuisine
Do visit: Roshan Di Kulfi, Anjalika, Om Corner Chhole Bhature, Art Of Spices, Sindhi Corner etc.

The above list is definitely not exhaustive but these places are surely few of the best little known outlets that offer the best value for your money. And when it comes to food, you are in for a foodgasm. So come to Delhi and visit these places. Only then you can fathom the words used in this blog.

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