January 2026 begins on a delicious note across Delhi NCR, with a fresh crop of bars, cafés, and restaurants opening throughout the city and its surrounds. From refined dining rooms and dessert-led cafés to intimate cocktail spaces and easy neighbourhood spots, these new addresses point to a shift towards thoughtful food, considered design, and experiences meant to be savoured rather than rushed. Here’s a curated look at the newest places shaping how Delhi NCR eats, drinks, and gathers as the year unfolds.
Plus Nine One brings together the depth of Indian culinary stories with a global point of view, presenting food that feels rooted yet refreshingly current. The menu travels across the subcontinent, celebrating regional flavours through an upscale-casual lens, with dishes designed for sharing, grazing, and easy conversation. Matched with a bar programme that reimagines Indian flavours through globally inspired cocktails, Plus Nine One is shaped for lingering lunches, relaxed evenings, and gatherings that move at their own pace.
Address: GK I, Kailash Colony Market, Delhi
La Tarté, newly opened in GK2, combines the elegance of a wine lounge with the charm of a European-style café. The space is minimal-chic and inviting, perfect for lingering over a curated wine list, speciality espressos, or signature coffee creations. Complementing the drinks are European-inspired desserts and small plates, making La Tarté a refined spot for both casual catch-ups and indulgent moments of calm.
Address: M-19, M Block Market, GK2, Delhi
Set within the historic surrounds of Sunder Nursery, Nisaba brings Chef Manish Mehrotra’s contemporary Indian sensibility into a space defined by warmth, light, and restraint. The menu draws from everyday dishes found across India, presented with precision and clean flavours, while the interiors echo the same philosophy through natural materials, uncluttered lines, and a calm, considered flow. As the day shifts to evening, the space becomes more intimate, allowing the food to take centre stage, grounded by a sculptural installation by artist Dhananjay Singh that reflects ideas of craft, continuity, and renewal.
Address: Humayun’s Tomb World Heritage Site Museum, Sunder Nursery, Delhi
Louve is a grand modern European dining destination in Lutyens’ Delhi, combining opulent design with a “Food First” philosophy. Created by Shikha Begwani, known for Ophelia and Cosy Box, and led by Chef Selim, whose experience spans Michelin-starred kitchens, Louve brings refined French and Italian techniques to every dish. Together, food and space create an experience of quiet grandeur where every detail invites guests to linger and savour the moment.
Address: One, Humayun Road, Delhi
Nebo at Ansal Plaza reimagines nightlife as a refined, immersive experience where design, mood, and atmosphere take centre stage. Soft, ambient lighting, rich textures, and thoughtfully layered details create a setting that feels indulgent yet composed. Designed for a discerning crowd, Nebo promises evenings that unfold with intention, blending visual drama with an elevated sense of nightlife as it prepares to open its doors.
Address: Nebo, 3rd floor/C3, Ansal Plaza, Hudco Place, Delhi
Benne’s new GK2 outlet brings the flavours of heritage Bangalore straight to Delhi, with a menu centred around crisp, buttery dosas, fluffy idlis, and classic South Indian accompaniments crafted with care. Alongside these favourites, the café serves an array of thoughtfully curated breakfast and brunch options, from wholesome bowls to indulgent treats, making every meal a celebration of simple, flavourful food. Open Tuesday to Sunday, Benne is all about food that’s comforting, authentic, and effortlessly satisfying.
Address: Ground floor, 82, Block M, Greater Kailash II, Greater Kailash, Delhi
Rasayyah is a fine-dining ode to India’s culinary heritage, bringing the royal flavours of Awadh and the soulful tastes of Braj–Banaras to vegetarian tables. Every dish is crafted with care, from Paneer Anjeer Kakori and Chukandar Galouti to Gobhi Musallam, transforming traditional recipes into indulgent, contemporary plates that honour centuries of culinary craft. Set in a warm, inviting space, Rasayyah is designed for leisurely lunches, celebratory meals, or quiet afternoons with friends and family, where every bite tells a story of tradition, emotion, and timeless flavour.
Address: 2-13 Meharchand Market, Lodi Colony, Delhi
Painkiller in Hauz Khas is an intimate spot where every corner feels designed for indulgence. The space blends moody lighting with cosy seating, creating the perfect backdrop for Thai-inspired bar snacks like crispy chicken skin, prawn toast, crab doughnuts, and salmon tartare. Signature cocktails like the Sedative mix whisky, peanut butter, lapsang tea, honey, grapefruit, blackberry, saline, and lime for a dangerously smooth sip.
Address: First Floor, Plot No 2, Hauz Khas Market, Block G, Kharera, Hauz Khas, Delhi
Perch has opened a new outpost at Sunder Nursery, bringing its much-loved blend of easy comfort, good coffee, and laid-back wine culture to one of Delhi’s most serene settings. Designed as a relaxed, all-day space, the café fits seamlessly into its green surroundings, making it ideal for slow mornings, long lunches, and unhurried evenings. With familiar Perch favourites on the menu and a calm, open atmosphere, the new branch feels like a natural extension of the brand, inviting guests to linger a little longer.
Address: Sunder Nursery, Delhi
The Select Citywalk outlet reflects ButterHands’ bold, playful personality, blending warm, indulgent textures with a clean, contemporary aesthetic. Designed as an easy stop-in space, it balances the comfort of a neighbourhood bakery with the visual edge of a New York–inspired dessert bar. Soft lighting, graphic branding, and an open, inviting layout allow the cookies to take centre stage, making the space feel relaxed, modern, and unmistakably ButterHands.
Address: Select City Walk, Saket, Delhi
The Big Chill Cakery & Creamery has opened a new branch at the heart of Delhi, Connaught Place, bringing all your dessert cravings under one roof. From indulgent cakes to creamy scoops, the space is bright, inviting, and perfect for a sweet escape. Stop by to treat yourself and enjoy a little slice of happiness, one bite at a time.
Address: The Colonnade, Block B, Connaught Place, Delhi
Athyeka’s new outlet in Gr. Noida West brings its signature South Indian flavours closer to home. The café’s warm, inviting space is perfect for weekend dosa dates, offering crispy, flavourful dosas and other comforting favourites in a relaxed, casual setting. Whether catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet meal, Athyeka makes every bite a reason to linger.
Address: Sector 16, Greater Noida West
Roastery Coffee House has opened its 12th branch in Noida Extension, bringing its warm, inviting café vibe closer to the community. The new space is designed for lingering over thoughtfully brewed coffee, casual catch-ups, or quiet moments with a book, all in a bright and welcoming setting. With its signature drinks and friendly atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to start your day or unwind anytime.
Address: 16b, W Rd, Roza Yakubpur, Greater Noida
Popes’ Southwest Cantina in Gurugram brings the bold flavours of the American Southwest to M3M Broadway. The cantina pulses with energy, from spice-kissed dishes like chipotle chicken enchiladas to fire-infused cocktails crafted to perfection. With a vibrant, character-filled space and Cantina Saturdays featuring DJ sets that get hips moving to salsa, bachata, and kizomba, Popes’ turns every visit into a full-on flavour and fun experience where food, drinks, and rhythm collide.
Address: M3M Broadway, Sector 71, Gurugram
She’s Here in Gurugram invites guests into a world of modern Japanese flavours crafted for the moment. Open for dinner from 6 PM, the space blends warmth and intimacy with a sleek, contemporary design, offering Wafu dining, Teppanyaki and Omakase experiences. Every detail, from the quiet rituals to the carefully curated dishes, encourages you to step in, sink in and stay, making each visit a sensory journey where flavours and atmosphere unfold slowly, leaving a lasting impression.
Address: HQ27, Gurugram
