Winter is here, and we are all about bright and sunny mornings and warm and fuzzy evenings. Besides, this is also the season of indulgences. And, while being cosy in bed with a pile of blankets may be the ultimate goal during the bone-chilling cold evenings, a wholesome breakfast platter on a bright sunny morning is even better. Especially, if you have some amazing places to try for a wholesome morning meal. Why stick to the same old omelette or scrambled eggs when you can gorge on fluffy pancakes with an amazing morning view too?
If you are in Delhi, there are countless popular breakfast spots in the city to satisfy your winter morning cravings. We've got you a list of ideal breakfast spots in the Capital, where you can tease your taste buds and also spend time with friends and family, or simply stop by for a wholesome start to the day.
1. Fabcafe by the Lake
Perfect spot for the weekend, Fabcafe by the Lake at Sunder Nursery offers not just a good, healthy breakfast but also a perfect spot to unwind with your loved ones under the winter sun. Located in a 16th Century heritage park that also serves as the city's first arboretum, this eatery has a clean, rich, and sunny setting all in the midst of the Capital's hustle and bustle. Breakfast here is served from 8 am to 11 am, and it includes indie masala omelette, li’l beetroot idlis with sambar, fluffy buttermilk pancakes, tulsi mulethi, and various types of classic coffees, among other light munchies.
Where: Sunder Nursery, Delhi' Heritage Park, adjoining Humayun's Tomb, Bharat Scouts and Guides Marg, Nizamuddin
Cost: ₹ 2,000 for two
USP: Beetroot Idlis, Polenta Upma
2. AMA Café
For anyone looking for a breakfast spot for a cutesy, foodie date, AMA Café in Delhi's very own Little Tibet is a must-visit. Bringing hilly mornings vibe to the city, this café has a Tibetan menu, besides a classic English one including pancakes, freshly grilled sandwiches, muesli bowl and salads as well for breakfast. This place also has its own bakery, which serves excellent baked goods including breads. Their double chocolate pancake is an unmissable treat.
Where: Majnu Ka Tila
Cost: ₹ 500 for two
USP: Tingmo, Himalayan Breakfast, Hazelnut Latte
3. Di Ghent Cafe
Delhiites are overjoyed since Di Ghent opened their new outlet in the heart of the city - Khan Market. No more long trips to Gurugram for their amazing English brunch. This adorable café with its rustic wooden interiors and the aroma of fresh coffee has enticed many bibliophiles in the city, who frequent it for the variety of books the café has on its shelf. But besides that, this eatery is bookmarked by anyone looking for an extensive breakfast menu, which includes fresh smoothies and cold coffees, along with pork sausage, crispy bacon, sunny side eggs, roast potato, sourdough toast, and more. Did we tell you they have a great selection of wines too?
Where: Level 1, 23, Khan Market
Cost: ₹ 1700 for two
USP: Sourdough Toast and Sauteed Whole Garlic Mushroom
4. Café Lota
A classic for many years, Café Lota is a favourite of many Delhiites. And is popular beyond the capital city as well. It is quite popular for modern Indian options. For brekkie, you’ve got ragi vada pav, idli, and different paratha variants. If that’s not your cup of tea, they’ve also got pancakes, sandwiches, egg bhurji, and more
Where: National Crafts Museum, Bhairon Marg, Pragati Maidan
Cost: ₹ 1200 for two
USP: Banana Ragi Pancake, Dal Cheela, Keema Paratha
5. Fig
The recently opened conscious café, Fig is an all-day dining, with an in-house Parisian style bakery, which has already been making quite a noise in the food circuit of Delhi. Serving delicious, healthy breakfast items, along with 'farm-to-cup' specialty coffees, this is a spacious breakfast spot perfect for casual catch-ups, business meetings and family meals too.
Where: Malcha Marg Market, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri
Cost: ₹ 2,500 approx. for two
USP: British Eggs Benedicts, Rose Water Yogurt Parfait and European Breakfast Platter
6. Café Tesu
Tesu is a Mediterranean-style café that can satiate all your senses. With a stunning vibe with dramatic wine bottle installation and soft glowing lamp shades, one is bound to get hooked for perfect pictures. Besides, you simply can’t miss dishes like the American granola pancake, ‘eggsecutive’ Benedict and the carnivore breakfast.
Where: 4, Essex Farms, Vijay Mandal Enclave, Sri Aurobindo Marg, Adchini
Cost: ₹ 2,500 for two
USP: Eggs Benedict, Chicken Poutine
7. IHOP
Can you smell the aroma of fresh pancakes already? IHOP is sure to impress the taste buds of anyone looking for classic American breakfast. Think of strawberry banana pancakes, garden omelette, the big IHOP pancake burger and so much more.
Where: Shop S 18, A3, 2nd Floor, Select Citywalk Mall, Saket
Cost: ₹ 1000 for two
USP: Strawberry Banana French Toast, Eggs Benedict, Belgian Chocolate Pancakes
8. Amour Bistro
Serving sumptuous European cuisine, Amour is a quaint place tucked in Chanakyapuri with beautiful decor. But there's much more to look forward to including an extensive breakfast. Besides doing eggs in a variety of styles, including Italian and Mediterranean-style breakfasts, Amour also has a wholesome Quinoa Breakfast Salad Bowl, Huevos Rancheros, and Avocado And Egg Brekkie Toast you must not miss.
Where: 10/48, Malcha Marg Shopping Complex, Chanakyapuri
Cost: ₹ 2,500 for two
USP: Eggs and Salads
9. Rose Cafe
All things dreamy and beautiful, Rose Café is a pretty little place in Saket that not only offers a stunning decor for a perfect date night or brunch, but also dishes out yummy pizzas, pies and baked goods besides refreshing drinks in a cutesy outdoor setting.
Where: 264, Ground Floor, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Lado Sarai
Cost: ₹ 1400 for two
USP: Chicken Tarts, Herbed Chicken, Waffle Sundae, Shakes