In a country obsessed with tea, coffee is still making inroads slowly yet steadily. Being a coffee enthusiast in India can be boring, with multiple clichéd coffee chains serving nothing more than average, sweet, coffee drained of all it’s aroma. But if you live in the capital, you’re in luck because these ten places are absolute coffee heaven.
- Blue Tokai, Saket
A coffee roastery, as well as a café, Blue Tokai surely brews some magic inside its lovely and quaint interiors. With a long corridor of white walls adorned with beautiful artsy painting, and light furniture, as soon as you enter this place, you’ll be transported into a white cave. Sip on their freshly brewed coffee in the winter sun, and soak yourself in the aroma of coffee being roasted.
Price: INR 350 for two people
- Theobroma
Famous for their lip smacking deserts, Theobroma is keeping up to the literal meaning of its name, i.e, food for Gods. Check out its outlets at DLF Cyber City, Noida and SDA Market for a refreshing cup of high quality coffee.
Price: INR 600 for 2 people
- Rose café, Saket
Tucked away inside Saidulajab, with Victorian style pastel interior, vintage decor, and beautiful outdoor seating, Rose café quite does justice to its name. Try their special Affogato (espresso poured over dark chocolate gelato), and you won’t regret your visit.
Price: INR 1000 for two people
- Diggin, Anand Lok
Situated right across Gargi college,this pocket friendly café serves delicious Continental cuisines. Their special espresso topped with a scoop of geleto, garnished with chocolate sauce and choco chips will leave you diggin for more.
Price: INR 1400 for two people
- Ssongchee, Saket
A café dedicated to the popular Korean dessert of shaved ice and Adzuki red beans, bingsu, Ssongchee serves 12 variations of this super popular local dessert, along with a fine selection of Dutch coffee. Step inside and you’ll be transported to an airy and spacious loft where almost all patrons are South Korean. So get ready to do a lot of miming and signing or take a Korean friend along.
Price: INR 700 for two people
- JugMug Thela, Saket
An attempt at making chai ki dukaan relevant again, JugMug Thela serves various kinds of teas, coffee, and homemade snacks. Whereas earlier, it had only made its appearance as pop-ups at various exhibitions and event, it has now opened its branch at Saket. Try their Vietnamese Cold Coffee with their homemade ice cream and you’ll reconsider rushing into impersonal coffee chains.
Price: INR 500 for two people
- Another Fine Day, Gurugram
In the middle of a corporate jungle and a perfect getaway from the worldly pretenses, Another Fine Day is a cute café with an open kitchen and a cupboard full of good books.
So pick up a book and enjoy it with a good cup of coffee.
Price: INR 900 for two
- Ivy and Bean, Shahpur Jat
This pretty cottage-like café has walls lined with books, decorated with fairy lights and little bird cages, and rustic chairs, making it a haven for readers and coffee lovers alike. Their menu is an exciting melange of English and Australian cuisines, although coffee is the winner each time.
Price: INR 1200 for 2 people
- Di Ghent Cafe, Gurugram
With a variety of choice in coffee, and a great ambience, Di Ghent cafe is a go-to place to sip on a fresh brew, while enjoying a nice afternoon with friends. It gives you a fill of amazing food and vibrant energy with a heavenly dose of coffee and hot chocolate which will immediately make you love this place.
Price: INR 1,200 for two people
- Perch Wine and Coffee Bar, Khan Market
Light wood furniture, set against stark white washed walls, with cute potted plants, gives Perch all the colour it needs, while satisfying your minimalism aesthetics. From their famous and absolutely drool worthy Coffee Sangria to their amazing range of wines, right from Cabernet Sauvignon to Sparkling & Rose; their menu will not disappoint.
Price: INR 2000 for two people
