Top 18 Most Expensive Restaurants In Delhi For A Culinary Fiesta

Eating and splurging are to very different things. While the former can take place on the streets of Lajpat Nagar and Greater Kailash, the latter has to happen at a fancier place where the tip equals your entire Lajpat Nagar meal. But that’s okay, because it perfectly alright to save up two months of salary and splurge every once in a while, right? Especially when it’s at these 18 beautiful restaurants in Delhi!

Above INR 5,000

1. Orient Express – Taj Palace Hotel

Price for two: INR 8,000++

No 2, Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, New Delhi-21 | 011 26110202

Complete with a beautiful décor and romantic ambience, Orient Express serves excellent European dishes. The perfect place for a quiet and fancy date night.

2. Tian – Asian Cuisine Studio – ITC Maurya

Price for two: INR 7,000++

No 2, Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, New Delhi-21 | 011 46215152

Treat yourself to traditional Japanese chows set in a breathtaking décor and calming ambience complete with exemplary service.

3. Ottimo at west View – ITC Maurya

Price for two: INR 6,600++

Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, Malcha, New Delhi-21 | 011 26112233

Gobble up an exquisitely put together lavish 4-course meal ITC Maurya’s newest member, Ottimo. The restaurant offers an Italian and European menu packed with delicacies brought in from authentic European kitchens.

4. Bukhara – ITC Maurya

Price for two: INR 6,500++

Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, Malcha, New Delhi-21 | 011 26112233

Bukhara has been topping the must visit list of every Delhi tourist for years. Bukhara brings to life the gastronomical delights of the North-West Frontier. It has revived the charm of tandoori-cooked kebabs, vegetables and breads like the famous – and iconic – dal Bukhara, tandoori roti and tandoori chicken.

5. 1911 – The Imperial

Price for two: INR 6,000++

The Imperial, Janpath, New Delhi-01 | 011 41116602/4

The Imperial is known for its crisp ambience and classy colonial charm, which seeps in through the walls of 1911 to give you a majestic atmosphere. 1911 has on offer decadent Indian, Chinese and Italian grubs; needless to say, all done with perfection.

6. The Spice Route – The Imperial

Price for two: INR 6,000++

The Imperial, Janpath, New Delhi-01 | 011 41116605

Known for its expansive Pan-Asian spread, The Spice Route transports you to a gastronomical cupola that is enriched with the culinary arts of Malaysia, Sri Lanka, India, Vietnam and Thailand.

7. Wasabi by Morimoto

Price for two: INR 6,000++

The Taj Mahal Hotel, 1, Mansingh Road, New Delhi-03 | 011 66513585; 011 66513584

Famous for its authentic Japanese cuisine, Wasabi by Marimoto serves up some of Delhi’s best sushis, sashimis and sake. Though a bit hard on the wallet, the place definitely makes it worth every single penny.

8. Amaranta – The Oberoi

Price for two: INR 6,000++

The Oberoi, 443, Phase 5, Udyog Vihar, Gurgaon-122002 | 0124 2451234

Dish out the yummiest of seafood dishes at Amaranta. The Gurgao-based fine dine rolls out a lavish banquet packed with the most exotic of recipes prepared by Chef Tejas Sovani and his team.

9. Threesixtyone Degrees – The Oberoi

Price for two: INR 5,500++

The Oberoi, 443, Phase 5, Udyog Vihar, Gurgaon | 0124 2451234

The Oberoi brings to you delicious Italian, North Indian, Chinese and Japanese spreads served with a beautiful view of the pool. The hotel and staff leave no stone unturned when it comes to delighting your senses, be it with the food or service. Do yourself a favor, and dine here.

10. House of Ming – The Taj Mahal Hotel

Price for two: INR 5,500++

The Taj Mahal Hotel, 1, Mansingh Road, New Delhi | 011 23026162; 011 66513242

Gorge on traditional Chinese served to you in an authentic Oriental setting. The chef brings to you a plethora of greens, meats, and seafoods to pick from while your wallet bears the brunt of your appetite.

11. MEGU – The Leela Palace

Price for two: INR 5,500++

The Leela Palace, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-21 | 011 39331234

If there is one place that can instantly transport you to Japan, it’s Megu. Set in the lush Leela Palace, this restaurant gets its fare spot on every time.

Below INR 5,000

12. Masala Library

Price for two: INR 5,000++

21A, Near Le Meridian, Janpath, New Delhi-01 | +91 9205180003

The latest addition to Delhi’s fine dining scene, Jiggs Kalra’s Masala Library is India’s first modern Indian molecular restaurant. It is famous for its authentic and fine Indian food and the iconic presentation among many other things.

13. Machan – The Taj Mahal Hotel

Price for two: INR 5,000++

1 Mansingh Rd, South Block, Man Singh Road Area, New Delhi-01 | 011 23026162; 011 66513114

Stuff your face with an exquisite choice of North Indian and Mughlai grubs served in a top-notch ambience with service that will pamper you spoilt.

14. Cilantro – Trident Gurgaon

Price for two: INR 5,000++

Trident, 443, Phase 5, Udyog Vihar, Gurgaon-122001 | 0124 2450505; +91 9654093010

Time for to feast on some decadent Italian, Asian, and North Indian grubs!

15. Le Cirque

Price for two: INR 5,000++

The Leela Palace, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-21 | 011 39331234

This one’s the place to be if you’re looking for a true fine dining experience to pamper your sweetheart. The first Asian outlet for the iconic French-Italian New York restaurant, it is known for its faultless service and food along with the option of alfresco seating.

16. Chi Ni – The Roseate

Price for two: INR 5,000++

The Roseate, 21st Milestone, Samalkha, NH-8, Near, Rajokri, New Delhi | 011 33106384

Pamper your palate with a range of exotic Chinese flavours and delicacies at Chi Ni. The Orients would be proud.

17. Jade – The Claridges

Price for two: INR 5,000++

The Claridges, 12, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Road, Aurangzeb Road, New Delhi-11 | 011 39555072

Like Chinese? Love a great ambience, service, and décor? Simply head over to Jade at The Claridges for an excellent blend of all three!

18. San Gimignano

Price for two: INR 5,000++

The Imperial, Janpath, New Delhi-01 | 011 41116608

A gem in The Imperial’s crown, San Gimignano is a scenic restaurant that serves authentic Italian food and is best known for its beguiling outdoor patio where you can enjoy a quiet and relaxed meal with your beau. The place serves up excellent wood fired pizzas.

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