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From spicy Mexican comfort food to mango-laced patisserie, Delhi’s newest menus are a celebration of the season.
Whether you’re chasing rain-soaked romance or sun-kissed sips, Delhi’s culinary scene has never tasted more like summer.
From tequila twists and chaats with wine to dim sum theatrics and mango-laced patisserie, the capital’s most exciting restaurants are celebrating the season with menus designed for sunshine and showers. Here’s where to head for your next cool-down or cozy-up session:
La Lluvia at Daisy Mae Cantina, Khan Market
This monsoon, Daisy Mae Cantina debuts La Lluvia, a limited-time menu that channels the warm, spicy soul of Mexican comfort food — perfect for rain-soaked evenings. Expect crowd-pleasers like street-style Elote, crisp Flautas, smoky Zarandeado, and rich Quesabirrias. Sweet finishes include Tres Leches and decadent Mexican Hot Chocolate, while the Mulled Hibiscus Tequila Toddy and vibrant Elsa & Rita Margaritas bring the storm to your glass.
Mood: Cozy, bold, tropical
Must-try: Zarandeado, Elsa Margarita
Summer Coolers at Le Gourmet, The Chanakya
Le Gourmet’s new summer specials celebrate wellness-forward indulgence with house-brewed kombucha on tap, fresh sugarcane juice, and tropically inspired drinks like Pink Oasis and Passion Fruit Lemonade. Highlights include the Mango Avocado Salad, Berry Melon Bowl, and guilt-free Melon Parfait—vibrant, refreshing, and just right for those sweltering afternoons.
Mood: Light, vibrant, wholesome
Must-try: Kombucha, Mango Medley, Melon Parfait
The Dim Sum Edit at MKT, The Chanakya
MKT ups the ante with a brand-new, permanent dim sum collection available daily till 1 a.m. Expect colorful parcels naturally dyed with spinach and beetroot, delicate pleats, and thoughtfully modern fillings. Ideal for solo diners and group grazers alike, these dim sums come with premium sake, botanical cocktails, or crisp wines.
Mood: Sophisticated, sharable, East-meets-modern
Must-try: Dim Sum Platters (Veg ₹2150 / Non-Veg ₹2350)
Gin O’Clock at Fat Lulu’s, Khan Market
Fat Lulu’s, Delhi’s iconic pizzeria, now pours up Gin O’Clock — a citrusy, herbaceous G&T menu available daily. Choose from inventive infusions like Kiwi & Jalapeño, Basil & Orange, and Watermelon & Mint — all served with premium gins and flair.
Mood: Refreshing, relaxed, botanical
Must-try: Kiwi & Jalapeño G&T
From Kitchen to Cocktail at QLA, Mehrauli
QLA welcomes summer with a produce-driven menu that’s as sun-kissed as its Qutub-facing terrace. Chef Dipender Tiwari plays with fermentation, house-made miso, and vibrant techniques to elevate dishes like Preserved Lemon Cod Ceviche and Kimchi Broccoli Ribs. Cocktails echo the food’s boldness with in-house kombucha and fermented fruit blends. Live music rounds off the experience with retro-jazz and brunch beats.
Mood: Elegant, inventive, sun-drenched
Must-try: Cod Ceviche, Kombucha cocktails
Wine & Chaat at INDY by Q’la, Eldeco Centre
What happens when you pair India’s most iconic street bites with globally curated wines? Wine & Chaat at INDY by Q’la. Think Wasabi Puchkas with rosé, Moong Dal Khakhra with crisp whites, and Gram Flour Chillas with bold reds. This flavor-forward flight is designed to surprise your palate and rewrite the chaat playbook.
Mood: Whimsical, rooted, globally Indian
Must-try: Wine-paired Wasabi Puchkas
INDYan Summers: Margarita Edition, INDY by Q’la, Malviya Nagar
INDY reimagines the classic margarita with an Indian twist. Their INDYan Summers menu includes Raw Gold (raw mango + tequila), Midnight Filter (South Indian coffee + caramel), and Spiced Eden (guava + gunpowder masala). It’s tequila, redefined.
Mood: Playful, punchy, pan-Indian
Must-try: Crimson Bazaar, Spiced Eden
Kebabs & Chaats, Aflatoon by SOCIAL
Exclusively on Zomato and Swiggy in Delhi, Chandigarh, and Bangalore, Aflatoon rolls out a quirky, seasonal North Indian menu. From Kale Patta Chaat with orange & mint to Lotus Stem Shammi Kebabs, every dish is crafted for the summer heat—cool, crunchy, and full of spiced personality.
Mood: Fun, delivery-friendly, twisted tradition
Must-try: Churan-Dusted Kale Kebab
Mango Season at L’Opéra
Mango-lovers rejoice! L’Opéra’s seasonal patisserie menu is an ode to the king of fruits. From the stunning Alphonso Mango pastry and indulgent Mango Tiramisu to their Mango Tart for 4–6, these creations are summer elegance in dessert form.
Mood: Luxe, delicate, fruity
Must-try: Alphonso Mango pastry, Mango Tart (₹1795 for 4–6 pax)
Let the season guide your cravings. Whether you’re chasing rain-soaked romance or sun-kissed sips, Delhi’s culinary scene has never tasted more like summer.
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