In a nutshell: A week after eating Peking Duck in Peking (Beijing), YUMMRAJ decided to get back to his favorite Peking Duck in Delhi to mentally compare notes & the result – YUMMRAJ Khush hua:) . Kiddin apart, the Peking Duck here is as good as that in Peking & so are the numerous almost authentic Chinese dishes that made me feel ‘still in Beijing’. … Continue reading The China Kitchen (Hyatt, Delhi)
In a nutshell: Unbelievably good parathas – many times better than at the disgustingly famous Parathewali gali, Superb vegetarian curries & daal in a nondescript restaurant with an entrance that is shy to announce its presence. Address & other details: Once out of the Chandni Chowk Metro Station, walk towards Town Hall. When u stand with ur back to Town Hall, u see a semi … Continue reading Asha Ram Foods (Opposite Town Hall, Chandni Chowk, Delhi)
In a nutshell: A retro lavish concept Bar with daily live performance, loads of surprises, great ambience, YUMM food & some YUMM cocktails (yes, cocktails r real tasty here). The full story: As all of u know by now, all restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ are visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has pays for the full Bill & tips also. YUMMRAJ also believes … Continue reading A memorable evening spent at the Dirty Martini (The Olive Kitchen & bar, Mehrauli), Delhi
In a nutshell: A cool Restaurant run by a Designer, that has an enjoyable outdoor seating, excellent ambience , serves pretty good Pakistani food & I was told, one cud also smoke a sheesha here. Address & other details: Lahori Shah (E 12/70, Hauz Rani, Saket, New Delhi) Meal for 2: Rs. 2000 Cuisine type : Vegetarian & nonvegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed … Continue reading Lahori Shah (Opposite DLF Place Mall, Press Enclave Marg, Saket, New Delhi)
In a nutshell: An amazing place for dining out on special occasions with some of the finest European food, great hosts & an incredible setting. Address & other details: The orient express Meal for 2: Rs. 11000 (for four course dinner) Cuisine type : Vegetarian & nonvegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for … Continue reading The Orient Express (Taj Palace Hotel, Diplomatic Enclave, Sardar Patel Marg, New Delhi)
In a nutshell – Run by Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC), Anantha Restarant serves some almost authentic & YUMM to super YUMM food. Address & other details: Dilli Haat Meal for 2: Rs. 300 onwards Cuisine type : Vegetarian & nonvegetarian Short Description – In case u r in a Hurry: Like all other stalls in Dilli Haat, one has to sit under the open … Continue reading Kerala food stall, Anantha Restaurant (Dilli Haat, Aurobindo Marg, opp INA market, New Delhi)
In a nutshell – Kitchen of Awadh is a ‘delivery only’ joint that serves YUMM Awadhi cuisine better than many full service restaurants in Delhi as well. The Chef surely has an eye for detail & a passion for perfection. Address & other details: Home delivery only & delivered to ur car parked at South Ex market as well. facebook page for phone number & … Continue reading Kitchen of Awadh (South Extension 1, New Delhi)
In a nutshell – A super YUMM ‘bhar pet’ Mughal cuisine lunch for Rs. 247 for 3 people in Delhi, with few dishes much better than the famed Big Boys of Mughal Cuisine like Jawahar or Karims. Address & other details: Pahalwan Dhaba is the second shop to the entrance of the Dargah of Sufi Saint Qutubuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki. Best way to reach here is … Continue reading Pahalwan Dhaba (near the entrance of Dargah of Qutubuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, Mehrauli , Delhi)
In a nutshell: A tiny beautifully done restaurant that serves good (but short of wow) Kashmiri curries & some pretty average reheated snacks / starters. For non foodies / those not much exposed to Kasmiri cuisine / non Indian Guests, the curries might b very enjoyable as it is. Address & other details: Kashmiri Kitchen Meal for 2: Rs. 500 onwards Cuisine type: vegetarian & … Continue reading Kashmiri Kitchen (Beside Metro Pillar No. 109, Near Ghitorni Metro Station, MG Road, Ghitorni, New Delhi)
In a nutshell: Surely serves better curries than the legendary Karims, almost as good Kababs as Karims & some ordinary food that might not leave a mark. Situated in a small two storeyed setup where nothing seems to have changed in decades. Address & other details: Enter the road perpendicular to Jama Masjid Gate no. 1, first shop is Al Jawahar, next is the lane … Continue reading Old Jawahar (Opposite Jama Masjid, Gate no. 1, beside Karim’s, Old Delhi)
