How about spending your evenings under the open skies in a pleasant early winter breeze, with your boo across the table sipping on your fave wine! Sounds perfect? Well, it’s even more dreamy and amazing IRL, peeps. So we’re here to lead you to the cosiest & the most gorgeous rooftop cafes and restaurants in town. Read on!
Baris – Inspired Mediterranean Dining
Baris in GK popped open to treat Delhiites with the finest Turkish and Mediterranean cuisines some time back. The interiors of the restaurant are elegant and the terrace comes equipped with beautiful canopies and arched doorways making it ideal for a date night.
Must-tries from their menu are Shish Tavuk, Cigar Boreks and Balik Kebabs. The Turkish tea they serve is also stellar, so do drop by on a pleasant evening.
Where | Baris – Inspired Mediterranean Dining – Building 3, Local Shopping Complex, Masjid Moth, GK III
Meal For Two | Rs 2,000
Timings | 12 Noon – 12 Midnight
Call Them | +91 11 4904 5330
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/eatatbaris/
BOA Village
If you want to visit an elegant rooftop restaurant in this delightful weather and also enjoy some great Asian food, then BOA Village is the place for you! With classy and chic interiors, a great ambience and remarkable service, this place is absolutely perf for those Insta-worthy selfies you’ll be taking here. While you’re there, try their absolutely lip-smacking Crispy Shitake in Asian Hot Sauce, Lotus Stem Honey Chilli, Dahi Ke Kebab, BBQ Pork Squire Ribs amidst a huge fare of yummies. And wash it down with Golgappa Margarita, The Dancer Reward, or some classic Old Monk, Black Dog 12 Yrs and more!
Where | BOA Village – 13, Alipur Road, Civil Lines
Meal For Two | Rs 1,500
Timings | 11:30 – 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 11 3958 5813
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/boavillage/
The Sky High
The Sky High has one of the largest rooftops in Delhi AND it overlooks the entire city spread out beneath. The rooftop has a white colour theme which looks absolutely divine and is perfect for gracing your FB feed. Their wine sangrias steal the show and the place hosts regular live music sessions on the regular, so come on by! And when it comes to food, they’re no less. So, don’t miss out on their quirky AF cheese laden Sky-Way Nachos, El-Moshaheyt, Chicken Popsicles, Cheesy Cigar Rolls and so many more equally appetising dishes!
Where | The Sky High – Ansal Plaza, Khel Gaon Marg
Meal For Two | Rs 1,800
Timings | 4 PM – 1 AM (Monday – Thursday) & 12 Noon – 1 AM (Friday – Sunday)
Call Them | +91 9870 199 076
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/theskyhighdelhi/
Ottimo At West View
Ottimo At West View is sure to stun with you its stunning rooftop, grand interiors and subtle lighting. This place boasts of authentic Italian and continental cuisines with flavours that are sure to melt in your mouth! They have pretty wickerwork furniture and romantic lighting, making this the perfect date night destination! And guys, you just can’t forget to try their oh-so-delicious Italian fare including Pollo Alla Cacciatora, Pennette Alla Grattachecca, Bruschetta Ottima, Antipasti Dello Chef, Zuppa Di Pargiana to name a few out of their long list of delicacies. Besides, peeps, all their dishes have Italian names, so unless you’re well-versed in the language, do consult the petite description with each dish!
Where | Ottimo At The West View – ITC Maurya, Chanakyapuri
Timings | 7 – 11:45 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2611 2233
Meal For Two | Rs 6,600
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/ITCMauryaNewDelhi/
Take Off Scarlet
This rooftop lounge comes as the answer to all West Delhi people out there who are looking for a nice terrace view along with a great ambiance and peppy music that will help you enjoy this lovely weather. They even serve various cuisines to suit your taste, so gather the squad and head on over to nosh on their Big Lamb Burger, Chicken Stognof, Gulkand Ice Cream and tons of other delights!
Where | Take Off Scarlet – 13-C, North West Avenue Road, Club Road, Punjabi Bagh
Meal For Two | Rs 1,400
Timings | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 8999 299 299
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/takeoffscarlet/
Molecule, Gurgaon
Picture Credits: Rohit Gahlot
Molecule is a must-visit place in Gurgaon for its beautiful rooftop and tall chairs that greet you with a mesmerising view of the environs! This place is also famous for their brewed beers known as the ‘molecule beers’ and of course, the fusion food is simply stellar and begs to be sampled! And while you’re at it, do sample their absolutely drool-worthy Keema Samosa, Mutton Quesadillas, Clove Smoked Chicken Tikka, Palak Ki Potli, Laal Maas Taco and many more such oh-so-yummy dishes! Plus, these guys also do such quirky cocktails Indo Western Alliance, Smokey Whiskey Spice, Mediterranean Coffee and more that you just can’t do without having a sip of a few!
Where | Molecule – Gurgaon – SCO 53, 4th Floor, Main Market, Sector 29, Gurgaon
Meal For Two | Rs 1,500
Timings | 5 PM – 1 AM
Call Them | +91 11 6699 2205
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/Moleculeggn/
Raasta
Raasta has a stunning terrace to boast of that overlooks the whole of Aurobindo Marg, and is a favourite amongst the hip Delhi crowd. Known for its amazing food, music and drinks, Raasta recently relocated from the choked alleys of HKV to the wide expanses of Green Park and defo deserves a stop by! Along with such pretty interiors, they also do supremely inviting Tex Mex Roll, Bombay Sandwich, Jamaican Chicken Tandoori Fillet Burger, Carribean Corn Chaat, Chicken Sausage-Bacon wrapper and many more items. When are you and your tribe landing up here for a foodie date?
Where | Raasta – A-2/A, 2nd Floor, Aurobindo Marg, Green Park
Meal For Two | Rs 2,000
Timings | 12 Noon – 1 PM
Call Them | +91 11 6699 2230
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/raastadelhi/
Skyhouse Bar And Cafe
If a place with cosy interiors, comfy leather couches to lounge at and fairy lights twinkling during evening hours is your kinda party place, then Skyhouse Bar & Cafe is where you need to be. And with winter almost here, their rooftop will make for the perfect place to hang out with bae. Besides, how can we miss out on yummy food, right? So, make sure you munch on their Corn Flake Hara Kebab, Kashmiri paneer Tikka, Spicy Sundried Tomato Cream, along with Dense Chocolate Brownie, and a huge glass of Devils Cosmo! Sounds good? Well, grab your boos and go get high on booze!
Location | Skyhouse Bar & Cafe – Skyhouse – Logix City Centre, Sector 32
Meal For Two | Rs 2,100
Timings | 12 Noon – 1 AM
Call Them | +91 11 7156 4953
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/skyhousenoida/
Dramz Delhi
What do you get when you combine the finest single malt whiskeys, an enviable wine cellar, the most delectable European cuisine, Scottish cottage-inspired architecture and Delhi’s rich heritage as a backdrop? Dramz Whiskey Bar & Lounge. A luxurious sanctuary for whiskey enthusiasts nestled right in the heart of the city, here you can get a chance to wine and dine in a casual open-air setting against the magnificent backdrop of the iconic Qutub Minar in all its grandeur!
Where | Dramz Delhi – 1580/1 Kalka Das Marg, Qutab Institutional Area
Meal For Two | Rs 3,200
Timings | 12:30 PM – 1 AM
Call Them | +91 9667 392 384
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/Dramz-470363416398575/
Limitless – Cookhouse And Bar
When the moon peeps through the night sky and the sun sets, the lamps glow and the stars shine, the faint glow bounces on the edge of your wine glass, that’s what we call a date, isn’t it? This gorgeous restaurant and its serene vibe would literally draw you more towards your partner while sitting across them at their beautiful terrace! And since no date is ever complete without food, so, here you’ll get to devour some scrummy dishes including Paneer & Jalapeno Cigar Rolls, Papad Dahi Ke Kebab, Delhi 6 Chicken Fry and tons more. Their signature cocktails should not be missed out on as they come with quirky monikers like #Took A Pill In Ibiza, #Mean Girl Sangria and #NZT!
Where | Limitless – Cookhouse And Bar – 3rd Floor, Ansal Plaza, Khel Gaon Marg
Timings | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 8826 424 947
Meal For Two | Rs 2,000
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/limitlesscookhouseandbar/
Le Cirque New Delhi
This elegant and gorgeous restaurant by none other than The Leela Palace, located in Chanakyapuri, is the perf place to go on a date with bae after a long tiring day at work! With elegantly done up interiors, white chairs inside the restaurant and an absolutely stunning outdoor seating area decked with pretty lights overlooking the blushing sky, what’s not to love about this? And when it comes to food, they have absolutely lip-smacking varieties such as Pan Seared French Duck Liver, Alaskan King Crab Linguine, Wood Fired French Baby Chicken, Sous-Vided Pork Belly and tons of other delectable options!
Where | Le Cirque New Delhi – N. D. M. C. Barat Shar Road, The Leela Palace, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri
Timings | 7 – 11:45 PM
Call Them | +91 11 3933 1390
Meal For Two | Rs 5,000
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/lecirquenewdelhi/
Auro Kitchen And Bar
This beautiful rooftop restaurant has pretty fairy lights decorating the outdoors and lovely fall lights bringing the indoors to life. Auro Kitchen & Bar is another awesome place to be with classy all-wooden furniture and the beautiful green view will make your boozy high much better at this place! Their sumptuous menu with Chicken Salad Croissant, Rigatoni Puttanesca Pasta, Smoked Chicken With Pickled Red Chillis Pizza, Cream Cheese Dim Sum, Lychee And Lavender Sorbet and so much more would defo make you drool over!
Where | Auro Kitchen & Bar – 31, 2nd Floor, DDA Shopping Complex, Aurobindo Place, Hauz Khas
Meal For Two | Rs 2,000
Timings | 12 Noon – 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 9599 901 442
FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/aurokitchenbar/
Already picked out your fave rooftop bars? See you there, drinks in hand!