11 Best Places For A Cheap Meal For Two In Delhi

If you’re a fan of eating out then you already know how expensive it can be. It’s another known fact that hunger pangs don’t strike after looking at your (empty) pockets. You might enjoy five-star dinners and lunches with friends and family every week, but when month-end approaches, each and every one of us starts looking for budget eating options that serve great food at a decent and reasonable price.

If you can totally relate to what we’re saying here, then we’ve got a list of 11 amazing places in Delhi that will fill up your and bae’s tummy with awesome food for 300 bucks or less. Can't wait? Well then, read on!

1. Nagpal Chole

If your ideal choice for Sunday breakfast is yummy chole bhature or chole puri, then this place is your ideal stop! Nagpal has been serving scrumptious meals at damn cheap prices for decades now. Priced at Rs 70 per plate of Chole Bhature and Rs 60 for a plate of Chole Puri, this place is pure gold. They also serve Rajma Chawal and delicious Lassi. Come on by!

Where | Nagpal Chole - 7/25, Old Double Storey, Gupta Market, Lajpat Nagar IV
Meal For Two | Rs 150
Timings | 8 AM - 6 PM
Call Them | +91 9871 786 680

2. Chai Point

When hunger calls, you have to answer and Chai Point helps you do just that! Although it has many outlets, the one in CP is our favourite. Located in a cosy corner of the Outer Circle, this place is just perfect for tea lovers. So if you want to grab a hot cuppa along with a bite then you should straight head here. They have a small menu with limited items but they're all amazing! So while you sip on your hot tea, you can also munch on an Omelette Pao or a sandwich and unwind.

Where | CP, DLF Mall Of India, Select CITYWALK & Other Outlets
Meal For Two | Rs 200
Call Them | +91 8880 141 000
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/chaipoint/

3. Baljeet’s Amritsari Koolcha

All those who have tasted this delicacy before, know that it's not just another Indian dish - Amristari kulchas are literally Punjab personified. These crisp kulchas filled with a stuffing of your choice, slathered with butter and served with a generous amount of chole and raita are heaven in a plate. And Baljeet knows how to serve them best. The best part - they give an unlimited and refillable amount of chole and raita and pyaaz chutney along with their kulchas. Also, one kulcha is enough for one person. So, you can actually eat till you drop. No, really!

Where | Baljeet Ke Amritsari Koolcha - Rajouri Garden, Paschim Vihar, NSP & Other Outlets
Meal For Two | Rs 300
Timings | 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Call Them | +91 9555 200 500, +91 9717 380 105
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/Baljeets-Amritsari-Koolcha-

4. Sita Ram Diwan Chand

We really don’t need to introduce these guys to you all, do we? Sita Ram Diwan Chand has been wowing Delhiwalas with their zesty and absolutely delicious Chole Bhature since 1955 and if you still haven’t dug into this greasy yumminess, then we’d say please go right now, you have no idea what you’re missing out on. Served with onion rings and pickles, this spicy delicacy is just the perfect way to kickstart your day, so head here for a hearty brekkie that won’t burn a hole in your wallets!

Where | Sita Ram Diwan Chand - Paharganj, Pitampura & Paschim Vihar
Meal For Two | Rs 100
Timings | 8 AM - 5:30 PM
Call Them | +91 9811 565 697
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/SitaRamDiwanChand/

5. Pandit Ji Paranthe Wale

Nothing beats hunger like a butter loaded stuffed paratha from Pandit Ji Paranthe Wale! Everything from their Aloo Pyaaz Paratha to their Paneer Anda Paratha is super yummy and if you’re broke AF but always hungry, then this place is your saviour. Besides parathas, these guys also have Rajma Chawal, Kadhi Chawal, Paneer Pulao and tons of other options on their menu, starting at just Rs 30 - pretty cool, eh?

Where | Pandit Ji Paranthe Hut - 10, Community Centre, Ashok Vihar Phase II
Meal For Two | Rs 200
Timings | 7 AM - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9654 046 349

6. Hunger Strike

If you love tandoori momos, then Hunger Strike has gotta be one of your favourite places, without any shred of doubt. The finger-licking Chicken Tandoori Momos and mouth-watering Chicken Afghani Momos here are MUST haves. Also, don’t forget to nosh on Mughlai Chaap, Malai Chaap Roll and Masala Chaap Roll while you’re there because they’re extremely pocket-friendly and tasty!

Where | Hunger Strike - Amar Colony, GK I & South Ex I
Meal For Two | Rs 250
Call Them | +91 9958 270 290
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/hungerstrike786/

7. Qureshi Kabab Corner

Craving succulent, delicious kebabs but the wallet is as empty as it can be? Well, fret not because this famous and well-known outlet in Jama Masjid called Qureshi Kabab Corner has got you covered. You can devour Seekh Kebabs and Mutton Barra here for less than 50 bucks or Seekh Roll or Chicken Tandoori for just Rs 100. Drooling yet, we feel ya buddy!

8. Chache Di Hatti

Chache Di Hatti serves not just the tastiest Chole Bhature but also a generous dose of nostalgia! They taste the same always - fluffy bhaturas, soft and extremely yummy chole served with onions and chutney. If you’re a college student with too much enthusiasm and a tight wallet, or you’re just a fan of this scrumptious Indian delicacy, you must head here! But hey, be an early bird because they sell out quickly. Priced at Rs 50 a plate, this the most amazing and pocket-friendly way to fill your tummy!

Where | Chache Di Hatti - D-33, Kamla Nagar
Meal For Two | Rs 100
Timings | 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Call Them | +91 9811 389 963

9. Jain Chawal Wale

Think rajma chawal and the first place that pops up in our heads is Jain Chawal Wale in CP. This place open at 5:30 in the morning and you can see people lining up to order their beloved parathas to kickstart the day. Come here at afternoon and you HAVE to sample out their famous Rajma Chawal, Kadhi Chawal and Chole Chawal, without a fail! Basically, you can choose anything from this place and rest assured that it’s gonna taste fantastic!

Where | Jain Chawal Wale - P-1/190, Connaught Circus, CP
Meal For Two | Rs 250
Timings | 5:30 - 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 9911 177 118

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10. Bille Di Hatti

Water is to a thirsty crow what Bille Di Hatti is to those craving a hearty meal on a relaxed weekend morning. Teamed with a tall glass of sweet lassi, their Chole Puri has a unique taste that just awakens the senses. The moment you take a bite, your taste buds literally explode!

This place doesn’t have an extensive menu, but just a couple of classics that they do best. A plate of Chole Puri costs Rs 55 and is more than enough to satiate your hunger pangs. BDH also serves Kachori Aloo and Chole Chawal, so if that’s something which appeals to your taste buds, go for it!

Where | Bille Di Hatti - Kamla Nagar, NSP & West Patel Nagar
Meal For Two | Rs 150
Timings | 7 AM - 7 PM
Call Them | +91 11 4553 7004

11. Mom Hand Momos

Momos are Delhiwalo ka forever love. And the scrumptious gravy momos at this fantastic place are something no foodie can ever say no to. Their Chicken Gravy Momos, Soya Gravy Momos, Steamed Paneer Momos and (how can we forget) Chilly Gravy Momos are very popular, so do try them out while you’re here. They also whip up amazing Egg Chicken Chowmein, Chilly Potato and Chicken Spring Roll, all of which you must devour here with your BFF on a casual evening out!

Where | Mom Hand Momos - Opposite Venkateshwara College, Satya Niketan
Meal For Two | Rs 200
Timings | 11 AM - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9953 033 256

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How many of these places have you been to? Get off that couch and check ‘em all out ASAP!

11 Great Eateries Where You Can Grab A Decent Meal With Your BFF For Rs 300 Or Less