7 restaurants in Delhi for a true Mughlai experience

The name itself means ‘tasty’ (Lazeez means delicious)! One of the best Mughlai restaurants in Delhi certainly is the Lazeez Affaire. Since its inception in 1999, the fixture at Malcha Marg market in the capital has been serving delicacies to people’s content. At the restaurant, you will feel the warmth of Indian tradition mixed with the comfort of modern-style decor. If you ask us, Galouti kebab and Butter Chicken are must-haves!

If soft kulchas and buttery naans float your boat, stay right here. The exquisite menu at Bukhara, Delhi’s ITC Maurya attracts well-known personalities and diners from all around. This includes the likes of Bill Clinton and Bruce Springsteen. While their interior reeks of traditionality and has a rustic feel to it, their food is slowly cooked to perfection in their clay ovens. Some of their famous dishes, which are gladly devoured by their faithful customers, include the Dal Bukhara, which is cooked for over 18 hours. Whether you prefer vegetarian or non-vegetarian food, you will get the best Mughlai food in Delhi here for you!

This eatery serves some of the most tasteful Mughal food with a side of your favourite cocktails! While their interior might be very modernistic, with sleek furniture and decorative items hanging from the ceiling, the open kitchen uses age-old grilling techniques like the Tawa and the charcoal grill. You even get to interact with the chefs as grills are placed on your tables which follow a set menu of the restaurant. Some of the most notable dishes that you must try are the Kasundi Grill Fish and the Mushroom Tikkas. Amidst the unlimited helpings of kebabs, be sure to save some space for the main course at this best Mughlai restaurant in Delhi.

Butter chicken is something which we all love. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could enjoy the delicacy at the very spot from which the phenomenon stemmed? Look no further! In the 50s, Moti Mahal in Delhi was the pioneer of this buttery delight, one that became a favourite across the world. As soon as you enter this archaic but iconic eatery, you will be taken over by the flavours and aroma at the restaurant. The air is lined with aromas of original Mughal spices and flavours, which is enough to get your mouth watering in a jiffy. Don’t stop with the butter chicken. Try the Burrah Kebab, Chicken Tikka masala, and Afghani chicken. Trust us, you will not be disappointed! So get over here and experience the best of Mughlai food in Delhi.

If you don’t like the pompous restaurants and would rather sit comfortably in a simple one where you can eat to your heart’s delight, Wakhra Swaad is just for you. The restaurant prides itself on their Desi Ghee preparation for their mains, which are very well received by customers. It is one of the few places where you will find Mughlai food presented with a Punjabi twist. You can try the biryani here with a tinge of Punjabi taste in it. Options for vegetarian people? Rara chicken and the Ambarsariya Paneer Tikka are the best. If you are looking for a pocket-friendly meal, come down here to one of the most authentic Mughlai restaurants in Delhi.

As you may have guessed from the name, the restaurant was inaugurated by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru right after India gained independence. Situated in Old Delhi, it is considered one of the top Mughlai restaurants in Delhi. One of the most popular dishes that you can relish here is the mutton stew or Nihari. The blend of various spices and flavours surely will tingle your taste buds! The stew is accompanied with Sheermal, a sweet bread perfect for the delicious gravy. When you are here, have a taste of the Kormas, Paya soup, and the heavenly combination of Chicken Changezi and Khameeri Tandoori roti. If you are in Delhi, we don’t need to tell you because you would already know about Al Jawahar. But if you are yet to visit Delhi, your trip will be incomplete without having a meal in Al Jawahar.

If the phrase ‘Old is Gold’ had a physical manifestation, it would be this restaurant. Located in Connaught Place, the Embassy is one of the most famous Mughlai restaurants in Delhi. With its old charm and ability to evoke nostalgia, you can unwind and enjoy some of their best dishes. What must you try? Lamb Brain pakora, Veg Jalfrezi, and their samosa stuffed with paneer, potato and spices. So, to experience the era long gone and eat amongst people hailing from different strata of society, drop in at Embassy for a good time.

This is our list of the best Mughlai restaurants in Delhi. But, there are many more! So, on your next trip to Delhi, when you are exploring everything the city has to offer, make sure to try out these restaurants!

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