Now that winters are finally upon us, we can enjoy the piping hot paranthas and steamed momos, right? Winters may be many things for many people but for us Dilliwallas, it’s about relishing some amazing food! And what better way to enjoy both winters and food in Delhi than chilling with your buddies at one of the dhabas? And when it comes to dhabas, there’s no better area in Delhi than Qutab Institutional Area. It boasts a series of dhabas where you can have lip-smacking food which won’t burn a hole in your pockets!
1. Laxman Fast Food
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It’s the go-to place for anyone! Serving lip-smacking parathas, pasta, and their tea are to die for! Do you remember how this place got so famous? Ranbir Kapoor visited this place during the shoot of Rockstar. What is worth mentioning is they serve the best keema parantha with butter on the top with their amazing red chili chutney! Go and try yourself!
Where: Qutab Institutional Area Rd, Opp. IIFT Main Gate, Katwaria Sarai, New Delhi
Timings: 10 AM To 11 PM
2. Pandit Ji Ka Dhaba
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Out for a jog with your BAE at Sanjay Van? Yes, so on your way back home make way to Pandit Ji Ka Dhaba for some hot chai and heavenly paranthas. Hog on to their panner parantha, Chessy Maggi and sip on their garma garam chai to start your day on a delicious note! And do you the best thing? They open up early in the morning at 6 AM!
Where: B-18, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi
Timings: 6 AM To 10 PM
3. Nancy Fast Food
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Head over to Nancy Fast Food for some piping hot and delicious Maggi and their hot coffee! This place is always buzzing up with foodies, so no doubt they serve the best food ever. So head over here and try out their fantastic menu which offers everything from paranthas to spring rolls, soups and tons more!
Where: Opposite Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi
Timings: 10:30 AM To 11 PM
4. Ram Babu Paratha
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Here at Ram Babu Paratha get your hands on delicious cheese omelet which will make your tummy day in joy! Their gobi paratha and egg paratha served with small butter cubes and chutney on the side are just amazing. Come drop by with your friend and hog on to this delicious food!
Where: Block C, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi
Timings: 9:30 AM To 12 AM
5. Sonu Ka Dhaba
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Similar on the lines of Laxman Fast Food, Sonu Ka Dhaba is known for its North Indian offerings and especially for the meal lovers! From basic dal makhani to gobhi sabzi to shahi paneer to butter chicken, name it and you will get it here. Scoot over here for a full course meal with your squad!
Where: New, Block B, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi
Timings: 10 AM To 12 PM
6. Shere-E-Punjab
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All the Punjabi food lovers, Shere-E-Punjab is a perfect treat to your tastebuds and are budget-friendly! Head over here with your gang and get your hands on some delicious mouthwatering parathas, butter chicken, paneer makhani and oh so much more you guys! We shall see you there then.
Where: Near Main Gate, Sanjay Park, Katwaria Sarai, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi
Timings: 11 AM To 11 PM
7. Sethi Fast Food
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All the bikers, it’s time to make a plan this weekend and gather near this amazing Dhaba– Sethi fast Food. From chowmein to maggi to parathas to omelets, name it and you have it here! Don’t miss out on hog on their masala Maggi! This place is perfect for foodies like us!
Where: Near Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi
Timings: 11 AM To 12 AM
8. Meenakshi Devi Fast Food
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Located just opposite to IIFT, Meenakshi Devi Fast Food will make you forced to cheat on your diet when you land up here! Paneer paratha, paneer onion paratha is considered to be one of their best dishes. Topped with butter and served with pudina and red chili chutney, you will just love these yummy parathas. It’s time to call your squad and head here!
Where: IIFT, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi
Timings: 11 AM To 11 PM
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