7 Oldest Restaurants In CP, Delhi For Nostalgia

CP has always been one of the most happening places in Delhi and it’s always abuzz with people from all walks of life enjoying life by wolfing down food at epic restaurants, chugging drinks at pubs or going on a shopping spree at the various retail outlets. Yet, this age-old place has numerous restaurants that are almost ancient but are still going strong, painting the world in their old-world charm. So if you’re curious about them, dive right in!

1. Wenger’s (Established In 1924)

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Wenger’s in CP is by far the oldest restaurant and this swiss-style bakery needs no introductions. It has burrowed a pale in the hearts of all of us Delhiites and has been serving scrumptious delicacies that are top-notch in not just taste but quality as well. If you’re looking to score perfectly golden waffles or pies, then Wenger’s is where you need to head to immediately!

2. Kake Da Hotel (Established In 1931)

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If you’re ever in CP craving Butter chicken, then we all know Kake Da Hotel is where you’re get the most sublime Butter Chicken along with chewy as well as crispy naan. Established even way before the partition, Kake Da Hotel has held true to its original taste for so many decades now, making it a crowd favourite. Some of the legendary North Indian dishes except Butter Chicken, you absolutely must try here are Shahi Paneer and their Pudina Parantha which is simply *chefs kiss*.

3. Madras Coffee House (Established In 1935)

Madras Coffee House was first started as a Chinese restaurant in 1935 and got to be known by its current name much later with the menu and recipes leaning more towards south Indian cuisine changed, since 1958. Though the place has seen better days in the past and was considered to be the favourite haunt of the Britishers, it has fallen into a dilapidated state. Check out the place only for its sheer history and maybe a nice cup of filter coffee.

Where | Madras Coffee House - P-5/90, Outer Circle
Timings | 11 AM - 10 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2336 3074
Meal For Two | Rs 700
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/MCH1935/

4. Kwality Restaurant (Established In 1940)

Kwality Restaurant is an elegant, fine dining restaurant that is an almost 80-year-old establishment and has set new standards in elegance. Being among the first restaurants to make their own dining culture in Delhi, this beautifully decorated, vintage-toned and piano decked hallways will make anyone entering the place gasp in wonder. Come on by if you live for all things vintage, and give their incredible menu a shot with a spoonful of nostalgia!

Where | Kwality Restaurant - 7, Regal Building
Timings | 12 Noon - 10:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2374 2310
Meal For Two | Rs 2,400
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/kwalitydelhi/

5. United Coffee House (Established In 1942)

Another pre-independence restaurant that is still going strong, this elegant restaurant isn’t merely ‘a coffee shop’. Serving a melange of different cuisines and decked in pretty ethereal glass chandeliers, the place simply exudes class and sophistication. Bring along your family and get them to try the incredible coffee menu, as well as scrumptious dishes like Chicken Ala Kiev, Lahori Meat, Kala Jamun and the toothsome Lamb Kebab Platter!

Where | United Coffee House - 15, E Block
Timings | 11 AM - 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2341 1697 & +91 11 2341 6075
Meal For Two | Rs 2,500
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/theunitedgroup.uch/

6. The Embassy Restaurant (Established In 1948)

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If you’re interested in relishing finger-licking dishes at affordable prices, which have an ambience that’ll take you back in time, then head over to The Embassy this instant. As soon as you approach the place, you’ll notice a huge neon sign flashing ‘since 1948’, which has been a childhood memory for most of us and still sparks melancholic memories of days bygone. Try their Cheese Pakoras, Embassy Fish Curry, Palak Paneer and you’ll be ordering for seconds in no time!

Where | The Embassy Restaurant - 11, D Block
Timings | 12:30 - 10:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2341 6434
Meal For Two | Rs 2,000
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/TheEmbassyRestaurant/

7. Indian Coffee House (Established In 1957)

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Indian Coffee House is another restaurant that has reached legendary status and might even be compared to a relic. Whipping up dosas and sandwiches with ease, this coffee house is also super light on your pockets and everyone who visits falls in love with the simple yet homely flavour of the dishes. You also can’t miss out on tasting their uber-popular Filter Coffee and their veg cutlets and pakoras make for a great snack on rainy days which go swimmingly well with their Hot Cream Coffee. Tempted? Then head on over with the squad ASAP!

Where | Indian Coffee House - 2nd Floor, Mohan Singh Place
Timings | 9 AM - 8:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2334 2994
Meal For Two | Rs 500

And there you have it. Now all you need to do is bring your friends and family along and go down the nostalgia lane!

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