Remember the time when mom used to feed you a whole plate of parathas just before dropping you off to school? Or the endless words of caution showered on you by your doctor on the importance of breakfast? Whatever the age, breakfast has been hailed as the king of all meals time and again. But how do we actually make time (sounds weird, right?) for breakfast between getting out of the bed and rushing out the door?
For those staying away from home, this could be a giant task but fret not, we have you covered!
Here are a few great breakfast options in Delhi NCR – some opening as early as 8 am – which you could pop into, to eat the most important meal of the day. Chhole bhature, American breakfast and waffles coming your way!
1. The All American Diner
Breakfast at The All American Diner is one of the things you have to do while in Delhi. The place takes you back in time with its easy breezy ambience, expansive breakfast spread and quirky interiors, with carrying portraits of classic idols like Elvis, Presley and Rolling Stones.
Get up early, head straight to the place with friends or family for some great food and great conversation. An American menu will greet you on arrival, leaving you thoroughly spoilt for choice. The waffles are to die for! Try anything from pancakes and peanut butter malt to their steak and you won’t be disappointed.
Average Cost: ₹1,000 for two people (approx)
2. AMA Café
This quaint little cafe mushroomed in the heart of Majnu ka Tila has all things nice and pretty. Think strawberry and raspberry tea, fruit smoothies and lavish breakfast spreads along with the beautiful interiors, which have become the USP of the place.
Apart from pancakes and cereals, they have a Himalayan breakfast spread, English Breakfast and an American Breakfast spread as well. Too much to choose from? Well, there’s also tiramisu and red velvet cake for those with a sweet tooth!
Where: House 6, New Colony, Majnu ka Tila
Average Cost: ₹450 for two people (approx)
3. Roots - Café in the Park
This rustic cafe has a great breakfast spread for the mid-sized wallet. From desi breakfast options such as poha and chilla to fancy sandwiches, there’s a lot on offer. Of course, the lively and earthy ambience adds to its distinct charm in an array of similarly done cafes blooming in the city.
Go there for a unique breakfast experience. A great start to the day, we’d say!
Where: Rajiv Gandhi Renewable Energy Park, Leisure Valley, Sector 29, Gurgaon
Average Cost: ₹750 for two people (approx)
4. Saravana Bhavan
From crispy light dosas to idiyappam, there’s a whole range of South Indian breakfast options we have all grown up on. What’s best? It doesn’t pile on oodles of weight and marks an almost instantaneously healthy start to the day. If this sounds like your ideal breakfast, head straight to Saravana Bhavan in CP. Their expansive menu and sumptuous taste is sure to leave you spoilt for choice. The best part though is that the place opens at 8 am, which ensures you reach work on time!
Where: P-13, Connaught Circus, Connaught Place
Average Cost: ₹500 for two people (approx)
5. Bille di Hatti
All the true blue Punjabis, this is the place to be for your morning dose of energy. After all, nothing works more for Dilliwalas than a tall glass of lassi served with chhole bhature! The nominal price makes it a win-win breakfast option. Already making plans for tomorrow, are you?
Where: 72-D, Kamla Nagar
Average Cost: ₹150 for two people (approx)
(Cost estimation based on figures by Zomato)
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