Has the recent sealing drive driven you mad? In fact, with the curtains closing on most of our favourite places to eat at in South Delhi, foodies must be going nuts! So, check out these 8 hidden gems you must visit this week!
I. Litti.in
Where | East of Kailash, Malviya Nagar
Must Eat | Litti Chokha
A purely Bihari cuisine restaurant, Litti.in bags authentic Bihari flavours. And sometimes with a twist too! Most people wouldn’t even notice this place due to its hole in the wall feels! But trust us when we tell you that their food is ah-mazing!
II. The Shim Tur
Where | 2nd Floor, Navrang Guest House, Main Bazaar, Paharganj
Must Eat | Chicken Dup Bop and Jap Chae Bop
The Shim Tur in Paharganj is one of those few places in Paharganj that actually caters to expats of the city. In fact, it’s also pretty famous among lovers of the Korean cuisine. So, if at all you find yourself hanging around Paharganj on a hippie trail, don’t ignore this place!
III. Mizo Diner
Where | 85, Safedunpur, Safdarjung Enclave
Must Eat | Sanpiau, Rawtuai Kan
Masters of North Indian and Tibetan cuisines, Mizo Diner just cannot be ignored. They serve authentic North Indian and Tibetan dishes that simply melt in one’s mouth. These guys are so passionately involved in each of the dish they create that it encapsulates a magical affair.
IV. Pardeep Corner
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Where | 9005, Multani Dhanda Chow, Paharganj
Must Eat | Butter Chur Chur Naan, Lachha Parantha
Possibly one of the most underappreciated little food joints in town, Pardeep Corner is a heavenly place. The good people here serve delicious street food like Chur Chur Naan and Lachha Paranthas. Remember the saying small names always make the most noise? Well, the food here at Pardeep Corner make all the right noises!
V. Koko Restaurant
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Where | 1st Floor, House 31, Block 9, Majnu ka Tila
Must Eat | Non-veg Thali (Nepali Speciality)
Traditional Nepali and Tibetan meals served hot, packing wow flavours, Koko Restaurant is a hidden place worth a try! You may not be familiar with the flavours of Nepal or Tibet or trust us, once the food enters your mouth, it literally sings of flavours. Don’t forget to order some beer to go along with your meals!
VI. Rustom’s Parsi Bonu
Where | 94-A/B, Adchini
Must Eat | 3 Course Lunch
A blend of some amazing flavours and beautiful aromatic masalas, the food is clean, simple and yet filling! And that’s exactly what awaits you at Rustom’s Parsi Bonu, an empty stomach to fill and a mind ready to be blown away.
VII. Nagaland’s Kitchen
Where | S-2, Uphaar Cinema Complex, Green Park Extension Market
Must Eat | Vegetable Thai Spring Roll, Spicy Basil Chicken
At first, you might think that the place only offers authentic meals from Nagaland. But it’s just so much more than that! You can try their Thai cuisine and even hog on their sushis! You may not trust the sushi while ordering it, but it’s still worth a try!!
VIII. Kit Kat Kitchens
Where | Shop 10, Nizamuddin East Market
Must Eat | Chilly Lamb, Stir Fry Vegetables Baby Corn
Kit Kat Kitchens is a traditional street food joint! Nestled in the East Nizamuddin Market, the place delivers delectable meals at fairly good prices. In fact, if you get space, you can even park your car outside and order your meals!
So, are you going to these places for a meal that will surely blow your mind away? We know we are!!
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