Rise Above Your Average Rice, Here's Where to Have the Best Risotto in The Capital

An exclusively Italian ‘ristorante’, Artusi strives to serve the best Italian food in town. Their offer of four different kinds of risotto will leave you spoilt for choice. If you are looking for an authentic Italian taste you can go for their Risotto Alle Verdure which is a hearty, healthy and traditional Italian delicacy. Another favourite among their patrons is the Risotto Ai Frutti di Mare which is cooked with a red tomato base and served with the best the sea has to offer. A decadent indulgence in a plate of risotto at Artusi will cost you around Rs 900. 

Location | M-24, M-Block Market, GK II

Imperfecto is loved by all foodies for its Mediterranean, Italian & Spanish fare. Whilst vegetarians can audaciously go for their Mushroom Risotto cooked in champagne with generous amounts of cheese and flavoured with basil; non-vegetarians too are spoilt for choice. You can go for the Marinara Risotto with Mediterranean Seafood cooked with herbs and cheese in white wine or Risotto in Pesto Sauce with chunks of roasted chicken. All the risottos are served with buttered garlic bread and a plateful costs about Rs 500.

Location | Shop No. 1A/1, Hauz Khas Village

The celebrated British chef, Aldo Zilli brings the best of Mediterranean cuisine to this fine dining restaurant. You just can’t miss the uber delicious Risotto that is a speciality of this restaurant. The Wild Mushroom and Truffle Risotto is an absolute delight that is soft, creamy and will melt in your mouth; flavoured with herbs and seasonings, you must try it out for a lingering taste. A plate of risotto approximately costs Rs 600 here.

Location | The Ashok Hotel, Diplomatic Enclave, 50-B, Chanakayapuri

There is no better way to enjoy a risotto than to relish on it in an al fresco setting during pleasant evenings. Their Parmesan Risotto topped with green peas has a creamy flavour and the presentation is remarkable with the fresh peas ornamenting the dish. The Wild Mushroom Risotto has a sweet and savoury flavour that is imparted by the sautéed red onions and garlic. A risotto here can cost you about Rs 750. 

Location | Opposite Mausam Bhawan, Near Gate No 1, Lodhi Road

Diggin, in Anand Lok, has been making great strides in their attempt to provide delectable Italian food at economical rates. So if you are craving a risotto but have a rather scanty amount to spend, you can always bank on Diggin. Ranging from the classic Mushroom Risotto to the Cheese Sauce Risotto which is cooked in a generous serving of cheese, Diggin gives you four options of risotto to choose from. If you are looking to try something new you can go for their Mascarpone Risotto which is cooked with mascarpone cheese in a tangy tomato sauce. A risotto at Diggin will set you back approximately by Rs 400. 

Location | Anand Lok Shopping Centre, Opposite Gargi College, Anand Lok

We cannot talk about an Italian delicacy and not include Diva in the list. Having an extensive menu which is filled only with Italian specialties, Diva will leave you spoilt for choice. If you are looking to enjoy a risotto at Diva then we suggest you go their Home Style Risotto with roasted Pumpkin and Almond crumble.However, if you are looking for a non-vegetarian variant of the rice based dish then you can go for their Risotto with Prawns, citrus oil and Lemon Jelly. A risotto at Diva will ideally cost you somewhere around Rs 900. 

Location | M-8A, M Block Market, GK II

No risotto in town can beat this one, when it comes to being absolutely velvety, gooey and wholesome. Their Four Cheese Risotto is a must try for all gastronomes as they generously flavour it with Edam, Cheddar, Gouda and Mozzarella cheese. The Risotto is topped up with Parmesan sprinklings and cream for a full-bodied flavour. The after-taste of cheese and Italian seasonings will surely leave you asking for more! A plate of risotto approximately costs Rs 500. 

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