New Delhi's airport, also known as the IGI Airport, is the primary international airport serving Delhi and the National Capital Region. The airport has a seating capacity of over 3.6 million seats and handles over 37 million passengers annually, making it the busiest airport in Asia by passenger traffic. Passengers can find various services like restaurants, shops, duty-free, and hotel bookings in the airport. Of these services, the restaurant service seems like the most important one. Some of the restaurants at Delhi airport are:
Bakers Street Café
If you are at Delhi airport and want to grab a bite to eat while sipping some tea or coffee, this European bakery café is the right place for you. We had the Ginger Tea with some Cheesecake. We were amazed by the flavor of the tea and the texture of the cheesecake. They also offer sandwiches, burgers, and puffs, which we'll try the next time around as we were in a bit of a rush.
Cuisine: European.
Types offered: Ginger Tea, Tiramisu, Cheesecake.
Location: Terminal 3, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi 110037.
Timing: 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: Rs.300.
Noodlewok
A small outlet serving Chinese food with a twist, Noodlewok caught our fancy while we were waiting for a flight. We decided to try the Veg Manchow Soup with some Steamed Veg Momos. They tasted just like they should, and we had no complaints there. We would recommend the soup to everyone and will also recommend the restaurant.
Cuisine: Chinese.
Types offered: Momos, Noodles, Soups.
Location: Indira Gandhi International Airport, Terminal 3, New Delhi 110037.
Timing: 11:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: Rs.500.
Carnatic Café
Get your idli and dosa fix while at the airport, courtesy of Carnatic Café. With well-lit interiors and seating reminiscent of Bangalore's old-school cafés, Carnatic Café is sure to make any South Indian feel right at home. We ordered the customary South Indian breakfast beverage, filter coffee with a Kesari Baath. Boy, did we suddenly start feeling homesick! There are plenty of dosas, idlis, and other South Indian staples on the menu too. Zero complaints and total paisa vasool!
Cuisine: South Indian.
Types offered: Filter Coffee, Vada Sambar, Idli Sambar, Ragi Roti.
Location: Terminal 3, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi 110037.
Timing: 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: Rs.700.
Starbucks
Cuisine: North American Coffee.
Types offered: Latté, Frappuccino, Espresso, Desserts, Sandwiches.
Location: Indira Gandhi International Airport, Terminal 3, International Departure Near Gate No.15, T3 Departure Road, New Delhi 110037.
Timing: Open 24 hours., Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: Rs.700.
Dilli Streat
This restaurant seems to cover most of North and South India's fast food with chaats, dosas, idlis, curries, kebabs, parathas, and biryanis on their menu. We were waiting for a flight to Kolkata when we decided to get something to eat/ drink, and right there was Dilli Streat. We got ourselves a Masala Tea each with Raj Kachori, perfect as a light snack for when flying with a full belly isn't your thing. We would certainly return for the lassis and juices with the Gol Gappa and Mumbai Bhel.
Cuisine: North and South Indian Fast and Street Food.
Types offered: Raj Kachori, Chicken Tikka, Masala Dosa, Medu Vada.
Location: Indira Gandhi International Airport, Terminal 3, Room No.OL-28, 4TH FLOOR, New Delhi 110037.
Timing: 11:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: Rs.550.
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
When we think of doughnuts, we think Krispy Kreme. The outlet here isn't any different from the ones outside. When we were here the last time, we had tried the Original glazed with Chocolate chip Cookies and ended up going in for second and third helpings. This time, it was the turn of Raspberry Coconut Iced and Red Velvet with a Cold Coffee each. We suddenly felt kind of full, but still craving a doughnut or two, and had half a dozen packed to go.
Cuisine: North American Desserts.
Types offered: Donuts/ Doughnuts.
Location: Domestic Departures, IGI Airport T3 Road, New Delhi 110037.
Timing: 5:00 A.M. to 2:00 A.M., Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: Rs.300.
Wow! Momo
If soft and fluffy momos are what you're looking for then this is the right place. Serving steamed, fried, and tandoori momos in a variety of flavors like Schezwan, Thai and Mexican, the restaurant has a welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff. We ordered the Kala Khatta and Green Apple drinks with a Chocolate Momo Platter. The only complaint we have is the quantity; otherwise, we had a good experience eating here.
Cuisine: Tibetan and Nepali.
Types offered: Sizzler Momo, Veggie Momo, Schezwan Momo, Prawn Pan Fried Momo.
Location: Indira Gandhi International Airport, T3 Arrival Road, New Delhi 110037.
Timing: Open 24 hours., Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: Rs.400.
With many more eateries inside the airport, every traveler has a choice. The variety in cuisines, textures, and flavors is sure to keep travelers with culinary inclinations hooked for quite some time. Another nearby destination called Aerocity has plenty of options as well if you're willing to get there.