Hood Food: The Delhi Guide – 11 Places To Eat In South Campus

The Southern chunk of Delhi’s massive University Area may not be as populous but definitely has swank. And it is safe to say that the thriving Satyaniketan market has been a major reason for this. Here are 11 restaurants that make South Campus worth enrolling.

1. Scooter On The Wall

124, Opposite Venkateshwara College, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | +91 8750456789; +91 9311861535

A scooter in the wall greets you at the restaurant entrance (surprise!) and a hoard of delicious food items crank up the quirk inside complete with swing chairs and a crazy décor. The place offers a number of Continental and American dishes like pizzas, shakes and pasta to stuff your face.

2. The Biryani Co.

1/33, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | +91 8882479264

Get your biryani fix at this cozy nook in Satyaniketan. The Biryani Co might not look like much but definitely tastes delightful. Their biryanis include amazing varity like Hyderabadi, Chicken 65, Mutton Kheema, Vegetable and a special combo for your Biryani banquets.

3. Crazy Kitchen

37, Near HDFC ATM, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | +91 9899077884

Drive your taste buds crazy at this beautiful terrace restaurant. They offer American, Italian and Mexican cuisines complete with sizzlers, satays, soups, sandwiches and rich shakes along with a view to make everything prettier.

4. Wood Box Café

Shop 18, Opposite Venkateswara College, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | +91 9818364446; 011 30758284

Similar to its North Campus sibling, Thisjoint too is a quirky woody-boxy space with an eclectic décor complete with lip-smacking food. Do try their Mother of Chicken Burger, Ferrero Rocher shake, Ice Cream Sodas and pastas.

5. 2 Bandits Lounge & Bar

Shop No. 16, Benito Juarez Marg, Opp. Sri Venkateswara College, Satyaniketan, South Moti Bagh, New Delhi-21 | 011 6966 6690

One of the most visited outlets in the vicinity, 2 Bandits is famous for its innovative concept, interiors and a delightful menu, which boasts of delicious Mexican, Continental and Italian chows.

6. Big Yellow Door

H-8, Opposite Venkateswara College, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | 011 33106182

Another American and Continental food haven near the University area Big Yellow Door, or BYD as it is more popularly called, boasts of excellent pastas, nacho platters, shakes and pizzas on its menu.

7. The Chai Story

292, 1st Floor, Opposite Venkateshwar College, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | +91 9899442345

A cozy place to catch up over tea or coffee, The Chai Story offers some delicious nibbles and refreshing drinks. As the name suggests, this place is all about the chai but with a number of sidekicks like hot chocolate, chilled refreshers, sandwiches, maggi and more.

8. ECHOES – Eat Engage Energize

17, 1st Floor, Opposite Sri Venkateshwara College, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | +91 9999258597

With a simple mantra – Eat Engage Energize – ECHOES helps diners do just that. The management has employed all differently abled (deaf and mute) people making interaction with the servers (via cue cards) a soul –touching experience. The food too doesn’t disappoint with a plethora of delicious grubs covering American, Italian, Continental, Chinese and Mexican cuisines.

9. Young Wild Free Café

13, 1st Floor, Opposite Venkateswara College, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | 011 33105158

Set your palate free and let it go wild with the delicious food at the Young Wild Free Café. The place has a low seating arrangement, which adds to its cozy quotient. Hang out here with your folks as you dive into some mind-blowing shakes, salads and sandwiches along with many other options.

10. The Vanilla Bean Co.

15, Ground Floor, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | +91 9899442345

Pick a stool, chair or couch and sink you teeth into delectable food items like tacos, nachos, waffles, pasta and cheesy pizzas. End it on a sweet note with fresh off the griddle waffles, flavored snow cones and much more. The place is a lively space to chat over some sips or stuff yourself after a boring class.

11. Dishoom

Plot 8, 1st Floor, Satyaniketan, New Delhi-21 | 011 33106136

A dismantled bike on the wall right above the crooked Big Yellow Door demarcates the café. The place with its groovy ambience, flavored sheesha, an airy terrace and a deliciously loaded menu will keep you coming back for more.

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