Every café in Delhi has its own quirks and personality. You are sure to find the perfect café for every occasion – a date, a cosy hangout spot, or just a place to have a cup of coffee. The best part is yet to come. The concept of the themed cafés has only added to the culinary experience of the customers. The quirks of the ambience enrich the dining experience giving the visitors a personalised experience. So, here is a list of some unique-themed cafés in Delhi NCR that you do not want to miss at any cost.
1. Runway 1
Airports are not the only places where you can board a flight now. What’s the other place, then? You can board a flight at Delhi’s own airplane restaurant in Rohini. You will absolutely love the luxury dining experience inside the plane. Just when you thought it couldn’t be more unique than this, it becomes even more so. The restaurant also offers a rooftop dining experience on its wings. You will enjoy a first-class experience with multi-cuisine dishes.
Where: Adventure Island, Metrowalk Mall, Sector – 10, Rohini, Delhi
When: 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,000
2. The Junkyard Café
The café is exactly what you can decode from its name. The interiors of this chic café are entirely made up of junk and recycled material. Located in the heart of Delhi, it has a super cool vibe and ambience, perfect for a day chilling out with your squad. Hog onto the finger-licking dishes like Junkyard Chilli Paneer, chicken Kothe, baked cheesy pasta, and more.
Where: The Junkyard Cafe - 91, 2nd Floor, N Block, Connaught Place
When: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Cost for two: Rs 1,500
3. Garam Dharam
Did you like Sholay? If yes, you would definitely like this restaurant. Owned by our loved Dharam Paji, the theme of this restaurant is village-based with posters of Dharam Ji attached to the walls. The walls also give insight into Dharam Paji’s movie timeline. The restaurant is a unique blend of Dhaba style and contemporary ideas. The interiors are great and there are props for some clicks too.
Where: Connaught Place, Delhi
When: 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,000
4. The Forestta
If nature is your thing, there is no way you wouldn’t love this nature-themed multi-cuisine restaurant. The lush and green restaurant has the feel of fresh air and calming peace. It is decorated with twinkling lights. You can try Chef’s special stuffed tangri, kurkure momos, malai paneer tikka, and more.
Where: Plot 27, Saraswati Kunj, Suncity, Opposite Alchemist Hospital, Sector 54, Gurgaon
When: 5:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,000
5. Judge & Jury
How many times have you stopped yourself to order something when you heard the judge saying Order! Order! on T.V. Quite a many times, right? Now, you don’t have to. With the courthouse-themed café Judge and Jury, you can order all you want. The brown wooden interiors are full of quirks with sayings like ‘Tareekh pe Tareekh.’ The best dishes you can try are a hab mushroom sandwich, keema naan with gravy, Jury special shakes, and more.
Where: H-8, Hudson Lane, Vijay Nagar
When: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,800 (with alcohol)
6. By the Bay
The café has an off-beat beach-themed ambience, making it a perfect spot to relax. The shack-like bar has swing chairs, a little swimming pool, and an ambience to fall for. Visit this café if your plans for Goa have been repeatedly cancelled. Hog up the Hilarious Hippy Pizza.
Where: By The Bay - 2522, First Floor, Hudson Lane, GTB Nagar
When: 11 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,500
7. Jungle Jamboree
Whatever comes to your mind on reading the name of the café is just right. One of the favourites when it comes to live grill cafés, Jungle Jamboree has a jungle-based theme with an aqua cave and outdoor seating space. The green forest and attention drawing inspire the design and décor. The café also has an underwater-themed area. Some delights you must savour are mini raj kachori, mushroom masala, dahi poori, and more.
Where: Rajouri Garden, Lajpat Nagar, & Logix City Center Noida
When: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,800
8. Drunken Detective
Drunken Detective is a café themed on detective Sherlock Holmes. It has dimly lit grey walls covered with footprints and has comfortable sofas all over the place. It is the perfect insta-worthy café with yummilicious dishes like makhani sauce pasta, cheese blast nachos, and more. And while you are at it, don’t forget to try its fire paan shots.
Where: C Block, 1st Floor, Indirapuram Habitat Center, Ahinsa Khand I, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad
When: 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 2,500 without alcohol
9. Orient Express
One of the finest restaurants in the city, Orient Express is themed around the train that ran from Paris to Istanbul. The restaurant setting is similar to the compartment of the train and it serves European cuisine. Some dishes you shouldn’t miss are lobster ravioli, purple risotto, and more.
Where: Orient Express - Taj Palace, 2 Sardar Patel Marg, Chanakyapuri
When: 8:00 p.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost for two: Rs. 8,000