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Top 10 Restaurants in Delhi (2025): Where Tradition Meets Innovation
From royal Mughlai feasts in Old Delhi to cutting-edge culinary artistry in South Delhi, the capital’s food scene is unmatched. Here are the top 10 restaurants in Delhi you must visit in 2025—whether you’re a local foodie or a visitor with taste.
Indian Accent (Lodhi Road)
Award-winning and globally acclaimed, Indian Accent is known for reinterpreting traditional Indian dishes with international flair.
- Must-try: Blue cheese naan, meetha achaar pork ribs
- Ambience: Upscale and artistic
Bukhara (ITC Maurya)
A world-famous institution for its rugged charm and robust tandoori dishes.
- Must-try: Dal Bukhara, Sikandari Raan
- Ambience: Rustic, open kitchen, no cutlery!
Karim’s (Jama Masjid)
Running since 1913, Karim’s is synonymous with rich Mughlai cuisine.
- Must-try: Mutton korma, kebabs
- Ambience: Heritage, street-style vibe
Olive Bar & Kitchen (Mehrauli)
Perfect for date nights and Sunday brunches with a view of the Qutub Minar.
- Must-try: Truffle oil pasta, wood-fired pizza
- Ambience: Elegant, courtyard dining
Moti Mahal (Daryaganj)
Home to the original butter chicken and tandoori chicken.
- Must-try: Butter chicken, tandoori roti
- Ambience: Classic North Indian diner
Dum Pukht (ITC Maurya)
Savor slow-cooked Awadhi delicacies in regal surroundings.
- Must-try: Nihari gosht, biryani
- Ambience: Luxurious and quiet
Masala Library (Janpath)
Chef Jiggs Kalra’s modern Indian cuisine with molecular gastronomy.
- Must-try: Pani puri spheres, deconstructed rabri
- Ambience: Modern and theatrical
Bo Tai (Mehrauli)
A rooftop Thai-Chinese fusion restaurant known for its cocktails and ambiance.
- Must-try: Tamarind crab cakes, Thai lamb curry
- Ambience: Lively and stylish
Megu (The Leela Palace)
Top-tier sushi, sashimi, and Japanese delicacies in a posh setting.
- Must-try: Miso black cod, wagyu nigiri
- Ambience: Zen elegance
The Spice Route (The Imperial)
A sensory journey through Kerala, Thailand, and Vietnam.
- Must-try: Thai green curry, nasi goreng
- Ambience: Hand-painted Southeast Asian interiors
