Dates, family nights, and even important meetings, will all be incomplete without a good dining out experience. From the savory meals, to the ambience of the place itself, all add up in the end to define how great of a time you had. If you are bored of your existing carousel of options, here is a list of 5 women-led restaurants in Delhi NCR that will become your new favorite.
1. Sidecar by Minakshi Singh
Sidecar, co-founded by Minakshi Singh in 2018, is a two-storey establishment in GK 2. The first floor is a bookstore with a curated list of books for you to browse and buy with a cup of Subko brand’s coffee, and the second floor is the artisanal cocktail bar. This restaurant in Delhi NCR offers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods, and they also keep the menu fresh by changing it according to what ingredients are in season. The experience of dimly lit wooden interiors, live music with dancing, and a myriad of drink options to quench your thirst is what you will get here. They also have a special ‘Wakey Wakey’ menu that offers all the food you will need to kick that hangover. They do not offer reservations so you can simply visit the place with your friends.
Meal for two: ₹3,000 (approx.)
2. The Potbelly by Puja Sahu & Vivita Relan
If you are craving some authentic Bihari Cuisine, The Potbelly founded by mother-daughter duo Puja Sahu and Vivita Relan is the one for you. They have three branches, one in Shahpur Jat, another in Chanakyapuri and the third in Gurgaon. The homey interiors with big windows and murals on walls seem to be common in all their establishments. Appetizers, soups, and main dishes in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, including sea-food, can be found here. Visit this women-led restaurant for a full meal, or for their range of chaat, and herbal, flower infused teas that have no caffeine.
Meal for two: ₹1,700 (approx.)
3. MITTI Cafe by Alina Alam
Alina Alam founded MITTI Cafe at the age of 23, and this woman-led restaurant has become a beacon for inclusivity. They train and provide employment to people with special needs, and even help their employees’ mothers by teaching them to cook and sell dishes on their platform. The award-winning restaurant in Delhi NCR has vegetarian and vegan options in continental and Indian cuisines, desserts, and beverages. They have around 40 different branches all over the country, including one at Rashtrapti Bhavan, Supreme Court of India, and Hans Raj College in Kamala Nagar. MITTI cafe is the place to be when you want to have some classic food like Pav Bhaji or Samosas, or experience seasonal items like Pumpkin Spice or Gujjia Cheesecake.
Meal for two: ₹500 (approx.)
4. SodaBottleOpenerWala by Sabina Singh & Anahita Dhondy (Chef Partner)
Gurgaon’s Cyber Hub is home to SodaBottleOpenerWala, one of the most well known restaurants in Delhi which is co-founded by Sabina Singh, and has known chef Anahita Dhondy as a Partner. This woman-owned restaurant has Parsi, Irani and Persian cuisines, and also offers a few North Indian staples like Pav Bhaji and Paneer Masala. You can also find alcoholic drinks, chaat, and snacks like Vada Pav here. Their diner-inspired interiors with booths and a jukebox, and events like their BollyJazz Nights every Friday add to the experience. Visit here, or one of the other branches in Khan Market or Mall of India, Noida, for a great hangout or a perfect solo-date.
Meal for two: ₹1,900 (approx.)
5. Diva – The Italian Restaurant by Ritu Dalmia
Combining a list of must-visit restaurants in Delhi NCR that are led by women, we cannot skip this OG in the city. Your summer dresses that are waiting for a trip to Rome will find their opportunity when you have a meal at Celebrity Chef Ritu Dalmia’s Diva – The Italian Restaurant. This woman-led restaurant has multiple international branches, including 4 in Delhi and 3 in Milan. Ritu’s restaurant in Delhi NCR really commits to their theme. Even their menu is divided according to Italian cooking with ‘Antipasti’, a list of their appetizers, and ‘Primi Piati’ featuring the first course of options like pasta, or gnocchi. Experience an authentic Italian meal with a glass of red wine at their GK 2 establishment that has an elegant ambience to make you forget you have not even left the country.
Meal for two: ₹3,500 (approx.)
Dining out is one of the most wholesome ways to experience food, solo or with company, no matter the occasion. So, dress up or dress down and treat yourself as you also support these women entrepreneurs with their own restaurants in Delhi NCR.
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