(MENAFN- Life and Style News) Delhi-NCR’s food scene is hotter than ever, with new launches that blend innovation, nostalgia, and global flavors. From Punjabi classics at Dhaba to modern Asian bars and artisanal bakeries, here are the coolest spots everyone’s talking about this year.

1. Dhaba Estd. 1986, Civil Lines
An all-time favorite gets a new home! Dhaba Estd. 1986 has opened its 27th outlet in Civil Lines, keeping the charm of hearty Punjabi food alive. The interiors merge retro Indian design with playful modern details, while the menu stays true to its roots, Laal Mirch Paneer Tikka, Dal Dhaba, and Palak Paneer Ki Sheekh are still the stars.
📍 Civil Lines, New Delhi

2. Ping’s Café Orient, Gurgaon
Ping’s makes its way to Gurgaon with a chic new outpost at 32nd Avenue. Known for healthy pan-Asian street food with bold flavors, the new space adds a contemporary bar program and weekend brunches. Don’t miss their dumplings, baos, and cocktails with an Asian twist.
📍 32nd Avenue, Sector 15, Gurgaon

3. The Grammar Room 2.0, Mehrauli
After years of being Delhi’s brunch darling, The Grammar Room is back with a revamped space and refreshed menu. Think all-day breakfast favorites, avocado toast with a twist, and indulgent desserts, alongside a spruced-up cocktail list. The Qutub-facing vibe remains unbeatable.
📍 Mehrauli, New Delhi

4. Hosa, Aerocity
From the team behind Avartana comes Hosa, a stylish new South Indian restaurant in Aerocity. Expect inventive takes on coastal classics, gunpowder prawns, fermented rice dosas, and kokum-infused cocktails—served in a chic, modern setting.
📍 Worldmark, Aerocity, New Delhi

5. Nineteen78, Greater Kailash
A retro-inspired spot that channels the glamour of the late 70s, Nineteen78 offers global comfort food with a modern edge. Wood-fired grills, mezze platters, and craft cocktails set the tone for lively nights, while the interiors blend vintage aesthetics with neon pops.
📍 GK-II, New Delhi

6. Kiko-Bā, Vasant Vihar
Tucked away in Vasant Vihar, Kiko-Bā is the city’s newest Japanese-Peruvian bar. The intimate space is all about Nikkei cuisine—sushi rolls with tropical flavors, tiraditos, and pisco-based cocktails. Perfect for adventurous foodies looking for something different.
📍 Vasant Vihar, New Delhi

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