Is there anyone who can start a morning without a cup of piping hot tea or a freshly brewed coffee? Well, at least, I can’t. No matter if it is for that early morning rush for work or those late hours when we have deadlines to meet, there is no denying that coffee can be quite a saviour. From hot brews like classic cappuccino or latte to Americano or other iced coffees, the variety of coffees you can get is endless. While some of us prefer brewing their own coffee at home, there are some who love to sit at a cosy corner in a pretty café with your favourite cup of joe. If you are one of them, then you’ve landed at the right place. The ever-increasing number of coffee places in Delhi stands true to the fact that we just love coffee. We’ve got you some of the best places in town so you never have to run out of your favourite coffee along with an ideal ambiance.
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Here’s A List Of Best Coffee Places In Delhi You Just Can’t Miss:
1. United Coffee House
Tucked in the heart of Delhi, right in the middle of new-age cafes, is United Coffee House. Its beauty lies in its old-world, vintage interiors that appeal to people from all walks of life; precisely what was the motive of its founder Lala Hans Raj Kalra. A legacy restaurant founded in 1942, United Coffee House boasts of being a prime influencer of capital’s love for coffee. Their signature Cona Coffee or the traditional filter coffee along with some munchies is the ideal way to spend a lazy evening in Connaught Place.
Grab a cup of coffee at this vintage place in the heart of Delhi.
2. Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters
Talk coffee in Delhi and you simply cannot skip Blue Tokai. Named after the South Indian term for the tail of a peacock – ‘tokai’, this Indian coffee chain has spread rapidly across states like Mumbai, Bangalore, Goa and Jaipur, besides Delhi NCR itself with 13 outlets. Started by Delhi-based couple, it hopes to convert a tea-loving country into coffee connoisseurs with everything from cortado to cappuccino prepared with the freshest coffee beans picked up from various estates. And not just that, they even sell those coffee beans, so you can go brew some authentic coffee at home!
A beautiful ambiance and a vast variety of coffees to choose from, do we need to say more?
3. Perch Wine And Coffee Bar
A place where you have a plethora of interesting drinks to try, from an interesting cocktails to freshest of coffee. The Vietnamese coffee (or aero press) is among the most popular ones to try along with a host of small plates that are sure to impress.
4. The Brew Room
A cutesy cafe tucked in the buzzing SDA market, The Brew Room is spread across two floors and is just the perfect spot to spend a relaxed afternoon and reading a book. Besides the vast coffee menu, which includes macchiato and delectable frappes, Brew Room also does delicious all-day American breakfast dishes along with continental and Italian options.
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5. Café Tesu
A haven for coffee lovers, Café Tesu has a diversified menu that includes an interesting list of coffee preparations. With options like whisky barrel coffee that has coffee stored in a barrel smoked with whisky, we don’t think the coffee enthusiast in you would want to skip this one.
6. The Grammar Room
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Grammar Room is a petite café by the Olive group. With a menu that appeals to those looking for healthy options, this cosy café is a quintessential breakfast place along with a great coffee shop. Choose flat white coffee or the regional ones like Doraikanal from Tamil Nadu, the café is a perfect place to sit relax with your friends.
A quaint place to spend quality time with your loved ones over coffee.
7. Elma’s Bakery
A quintessential breakfast place, Elma’s is a beautiful place with quaint interiors, serving scrumptious food. Choose French press coffee, mocha or classic latte for a great time with friends.
8. The Coffee Shop
With options like mocha frappe and cinnamon coffee, the Coffee Shop in Saket is a perfect spot to unwind after a long day at work; better still, plan a hearty Sunday brunch with friends.
9. Civil House
Enjoy a European meal at Civil House with a huge variety of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including a classic coffee such as Americano, espresso or mochas.
10. Café Cultured
You cannot miss this place if you take your cup of coffee seriously! Café Cultured is known for their coffee desserts such as affogato along, and the classic concoctions like iced Americano or cultured cold brew. Pair your drinks with their egg benedict or avocado toast, and you are sorted.
11. Kaffa Cerrado
Popularly known to serve best coffee in town, Kaffa Cerrado uses a blend of imported exotic coffee beans along with premier Indian coffee beans to give you a riveting coffee experience. Choose from a wide range coffee-based drinks, or customise your own cup of coffee with Indian or international beans along with choice of milk.
12. SardarJi Baksh Coffee & Co.
With multiple types of frappes and everything from coconut latte to caramel latte, Sardar-Ji Bakhsh Coffee and Co understands the sweet tooth of coffee lovers. It has classic iced coffees with flavours like kesar pista and butterscotch that you can pair well with their range of fries, sandwiches and burgers.
13. Café Dori
Large, spacious and pet-friendly, Café Dori is a relaxed, casual spot to just pour your favourite coffee and binge on some interesting European dishes. Take your pick from the list of drinks, we suggest coffee tonic or Americano to go with some banana bread.
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14. Diggin
Can we ever forget this one while listing some of the most beautiful cafes for a coffee break? Delhi’s proud jewel, Digging attracts just everyone from your college gang to your office mates. Simply order your favourite brew and pair it with anything from their scrumptious pasta to small nibbles.
15. Ivy And Bean
Doppio, macchiato or a simple mocha, you name it and Ivy And Bean has it. A heaven for book lovers, Ivy And Bean is a quaint little place where you’ll keep coming back to.
16. Before British Raj Coffee
The newest coffee outlet on the block, Before British Raj has a seriously impressive menu for coffee-lovers. We tried their Vietnamese coffee and were quite taken with the yummy drink. You can also sip on your brew and pair it with some tempting food and dessert options too.
With so many coffee places around the town, we guess we will be spoilt for choice! Let us know your favourite ones in the comments section below.