In-Depth Review: Delhi Arts Room – Where Art Meets Fine Dining

The cocktail menu, crafted by Kamal Kohli, is nothing short of an ode to legendary artists and their masterpieces. Each drink is a work of art in itself, seamlessly combining innovation, craftsmanship, and storytelling.

The Arts Room is deeply committed to sustainability and local partnerships, collaborating with renowned Indian brands to ensure that every ingredient and product used reflects authenticity, heritage, and artisanal excellence.

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At the heart of this artistic culinary experience is Chef Parth Saxena, whose menu is a dynamic, ever-evolving canvas of flavours. As the restaurant’s rotating art exhibits transform, so too does the menu—creating an experience that is both fluid and immersive. Each dish is meticulously crafted using the finest, sustainably sourced ingredients, reflecting the chef’s unwavering dedication to quality and innovation.

From the first bite of the umami-rich Shroom Carbone to the last spoonful of Teeling Tiramisu infused with Irish whiskey, every dish is a testament to culinary artistry.

A Culinary Canvas: Signature Dishes & Ingredients

 Small Plates: A Bold First Act

• Shroom Carbone – An indulgent, earthy creation featuring Lion’s Mane mushrooms bathed in a silky sauce, balanced with hot plum tare and salsa fresca, offering a deep, lingering umami.

• Chicken “Teeka” Masala Toast – A refined take on an Indian favourite, featuring Layla’s roast chicken, rich tomato cream, pickled onions, and crispy skin, served atop Hokkaido slice toast.

• Prawn St. Tropez – A sophisticated dish of citrus-steamed prawns nestled in a velvety bisque, delivering a fresh yet indulgent seafood experience.

• Yellowtail Ceviche – A vibrant tuna ceviche, enriched with creamy coconut, crisp red radish, Laos Jeow Som (a fiery Lao dressing), and guava, striking a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.

Salads: Freshness with a Punch

• Tuscan Chicken Crunch Salad – A textural masterpiece, featuring roast chicken, crisp iceberg lettuce, maple bacon, dried cranberries, parmesan, and honey pesto dressing, striking the perfect balance between refreshing and indulgent.

• Matisse’s Gourd – A culinary tribute to artistic brilliance, featuring hasselback gourd, glazed with lentil miso, crowned with chilli crisp and crackling spinach, and finished with a cranberry-walnut salsa—a dish as visually striking as it is flavourful.

Mains: Theatre on a Plate

• Nero – Charcoal Fettuccine Pasta – A dramatic, charcoal-infused fettuccine, coated in a fragrant red curry sauce, served with Thecha-crusted barramundi, bringing together bold Asian and Italian flavours in an unforgettable fusion.

• Lobster Saigon – A stone fire-grilled Andaman lobster, infused with the essence of Vietnamese green sauce, grilled Napa cabbage, and crispy fried garlic—a dish where smokiness, spice, and umami come together in harmony.

• Seabass – A pan-seared marvel, resting on a green pea mojito purée, finished with a delicate lavender beurre blanc, snow peas, and a refreshing dill salad.

Artisanal Pizzette: A Nod to Italian Perfection

• Amalfi Pizzette – A seafood-inspired delicacy, layered with succulent shrimp, tangy tomato, briny olives, capers, and creamy mascarpone, evoking the sun-soaked charm of the Amalfi Coast.

Desserts: The Perfect Final Stroke

• Teeling Tiramisu – A sumptuous reinterpretation of the Italian classic, enhanced with Teeling Irish whiskey, rich espresso, and layers of cloud-like mascarpone cream, offering a bold, boozy crescendo to the meal.

The Ambience: Where Art and Indulgence Collide

Stepping into the Delhi Arts Room is akin to entering a living, breathing art gallery, where culinary innovation and visual splendour intertwine. With thoughtfully curated interiors, statement lighting, towering paintings, and striking sculptures, the space exudes both sophistication and intimacy—the perfect setting for elegant gatherings or leisurely indulgence.

From the first sip of an artisanal cocktail to the last spoonful of whiskey-infused tiramisu, Delhi Arts Room is a symphony of flavours, textures, and experiences that linger long after the evening fades.