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Food & Beverages

5 Old But Gold Eateries In CP For A Taste Of Nostalgia

By Somdutta Mazumder

Updated - May 9, 20243 min read

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CP is a gold-mine of iconic spots, with almost every nook and cranny boasting of a rich, eventful history. 

 

The best glimpse of yesteryears can perhaps be caught at the many legendary eating outlets scattered all around Connaught Place. Mind you, these are places that started serving food before a lot of us were even born, and continue to stand tall to this day.  Stepping into these iconic restaurants is like entering a culinary time machine, that furnishes you with generous helpings of nostalgia. 

 

So, here's a list of a lifetime. Read on to discover 5 old but absolute gold eateries in CP, that have only accumulated more love and repute as the years have gone by. 

 

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Serving as a hub for great coffee and better conversations since 1942 when it was first built, United Coffee House has a legacy that continues to burn bright. The charm in the vintage colonial decor remains untarnished regardless of how many years pass by, and the hoard of loyalists never stop swearing by this iconic coffee house. 

 

 

Avg Cost - ₹4500 for two


Call: +911123416075

Timing: 11:00 am - 11:30 pm

Address: E-15, Connaught Place, Connaught Place (CP), New Delhi(Get Directions)

Cuisines: MughlaiChineseEuropeanContinental

Must haves: Cocktails Beer Cosmopolitan Latte

Image Courtesy - Embassy Restaurant 

 

With the words "Since 1948" flashing in the form a literal neon sign, everybody that grew up in Delhi is already familiar with this classic restaurant. With melodious Bollywood instrumentals playing in the background, and an assortment of classic vintage dishes on offer, this restaurant defines the category of oldie but goldie! 

 

Avg Cost - ₹2500 for two


Call: +919311085132

Timing: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Address: 11 D, Connaught Place (CP), New Delhi(Get Directions)

Highlights: Serves AlcoholSeating AvailableTakeaway Available

Cuisines: Bar FoodContinentalEuropeanNorth Indian

Must haves: Dal Meat Tomato Fish Chicken Masala Sizzlers

 

Avg Cost - ₹2400 for two


Call: +919910302663

Timing: 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Address: 7, Regal Building, Connaught Place (CP), New Delhi(Get Directions)

Highlights: Serves AlcoholSeating AvailableTakeaway Available

Cuisines: North IndianMughlaiFast FoodBiryani

Must haves: Cocktails Kala Khatta Drink Chana Bhatura Cream Of Tomato Soup

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Kwality chain of restaurants is synonymous with childhood dinner outings for a lot of us, and that hasn't changed much despite it now being 2020. This iconic chain was amongst the first to bridge the gap between affordable meals and upscale dining, and also to bring fancy international dishes to our local tables. 

 

Avg Cost - ₹400 for two


Timing: 10:30 am - 7:00 pm

Address: A16, Connaught Place (CP), New Delhi(Get Directions)

Highlights: Takeaway Available

Cuisines: Fast Food

Must haves: Cold coffee Milkshake Veg Baguette Marzipan

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This much-adored bakery has consistently maintained its quality and taste, and for that, we are ever grateful. This continues to be our go-to place for some budget-friendly, flavoursome waffles, and regardless of how many new joints open up, very few can match up to the legend that is Wenger's CP. 

 

Avg Cost - ₹450 for two


Call: +919911177118

Timing: 7:00 am - 11:59 pm

Address: P-1/190, Connaught Circus, Connaught Place, Connaught Place (CP), New Delhi(Get Directions)

Highlights: Breakfast PlaceTakeaway Available

Cuisines: North IndianChineseStreet Food

Must haves: Cold coffee Chai Milkshake Shahi Paneer Chawal

 

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Still delivering in accordance with the standards that were set in 1978, Jain Chawal Wale satisfies you with both its food quantity as well as quality. Their service is lightning fast, and their meals are remarkably easy on the pocket, especially when you factor in the mouth-watering taste. Best part? This is one of the very few late-night joints in CP that will take care of your post 2 AM munchies. 


Ready to travel back to the glory days, and take a bite of nostalgia?