By default, the first word that comes to our mind when we mention Punjab is food. Punjab is known for its lip-smacking food, beautiful kudiya, and dildaar munde! We bring to you the top places that you MUST visit to experience intense foodgasm! Here is the list of best restaurants in Chandigarh.
1. Café JC’s
It is one of the best fine dining restaurants that offer authentic Chinese cuisine. The presentation of their food is so amazing that it will make you salivate! The beautiful décor and lively nature of the place add charm to its ambiance. Not only this, their indoor seating section has bookshelves and innovative and cute decorative items that make it perfect for a date night. The staff and courteous and polite, and they make sure that you leave the place fully satisfied. Among the most recommended food items from their menu are Crispy conjee mushrooms, Irish coffee, and Spicy Trump pizza. To add to all this, the restaurant is also pet-friendly!
Where- Sector 10, Chandigarh
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2. The Hedgehog Café
All the booklovers, head straight to this café! It is a library cum café; you can also borrow books. They have an extensive menu which is divided into chapters, where every dish is named according to classics. The food that they offer ranges from Greek to Mediterranean to Italian. Their cheesecakes are real charmers! The Bomb girls and Olio twist are two dishes that you must try. They have seating options for single patrons as well, and is the perfect place for spending some quality ‘me time’. The ambiance is top-notch, and you can spend time trying their varietal dishes, working on your laptop, or simply reading books. It is a break from the hustle bustle of usual cafes in Chandigarh.
Where- Sector 7, Chandigarh
3. Art & Ko
The one thing you must remember before visiting is that it is a 100% vegetarian restaurant. It is aesthetically pleasing, calm, and pretty. If you are not calorie conscious, do try the Quatre foamage pizza, which includes four kinds of cheese. The restaurant is decorated with paintings and quotes and attracts art-lovers. You can be assured about the high hygiene level because the food is prepared in an open kitchen overlooking the dining area. Cigar rolls and Mint Oreo shake are the stars of their menu. Customers have also rated five stars to their blueberry cheesecake, and these are one of the best in the city! To sum up, the food is so good that it will make you want to turn vegetarian!
Where- Sector 34, Chandigarh
4. Lah Di Dah
The place looks small, but they have scrumptious items on their menu. Corn chops with garlic mayo are beautiful to look at, and also taste amazing. Chilli garlic noodles, Skewer fish lemon paprika, and dimsums are delicious. It is a cozy place that gives you comfort food with the flavors that you crave. The portion size of the food is also good and easily satisfies two people in one. The staff is courteous and takes time to explain any doubts that you may have about the dishes. Their specialty is definitely the shakes. It is an affordable restaurant that you can visit for a quick bite with friends.
Where- Sector 10, Chandigarh
5. The Willow
The comfy seating arrangement, dim lights, and homely ambiance of the place are very welcoming. It is a good place to catch up with old friends for hours of long chats. Chicken Ballontine has been mentioned as one of the best dishes that this café offers. Outdoor seating is also available, and the breakfast menu is healthy as well as tasty. You may have to face waiting at brunch time, so book in advance if you are planning to visit it. Their coffees and shakes are pretty famous. From Indian to Italian to Continental, they offer a wide range of cuisine.
Where- Sector 10, Chandigarh
6. Hops and Grains
This is the first microbrewery in the tri-city area and the best one till date! You can visit here with friends, family, or even kids. There are two types of seating arrangements available, and there is also a smoking zone. They let you taste the beer before you order it, so don’t get carried away! They use only premium quality products for producing beer, and the taste will tell you that. Needless to say, their beer selection is out of this world. And not only this, but they are also famous for their pizzas. We must admit that service gets delayed on weekends when it’s super rush, but the beer is worth the wait. They have a variety of food items to complement the beer, the most loved ones being Chicken wings, Onion rings, Salads, and Tikkas. They also have happy hours from 12 noon to 7 PM.
Where- Sector 9
7. Karim’s Delhi 6
This calls out to all the hard-core non-veg lovers. Coming straight from Delhi to Chandigarh, Karim’s has brought it’s authentic flavors to city beautiful. It is probably one of the places that serve the best Mughlai cuisine in the city. Jehangiri mutton and Muttun Badami korma hare highly recommended dishes from their menu. The rustic ambiance and the lingering smell of food in the air will invite you inside the restaurant. It will definitely take you back to the galis of Old Dilli. Tawa chicken korma and Khameeri roti are a must-try. This place is perfect for a heavy Mughalai lunch or dinner with friends and family. The price is easily affordable and does complete justice to the portion size that is served.
Where- Sector 7, Chandigarh
Bon Appetit!
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