Sunday, 18 June 2017

Costa Coffee, Gurgaon


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If you are in Gurgaon and would like to grab a bite, Costa Coffee in Sector 39 is the place to be at. Coffee lovers from the city and its suburbs when here hang around this haunt like bees to honey. For the best and very innovative coffees to have, Costa Coffee is the altar of coffee worshipers. Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM across all outlets..
Convergys Dhaba

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The BPO culture took a stronghold on foodies like most of us, which is why cashing in by feeding the world late at night is what this Dhaba is famous for. What you’d love about this place is the safety and the delicious yet simple food on avail. From Maggi noodles to chicken items, garlic and onion parathas to egg dishes, chowmein to dal makhani, malai kofta, kadhai paneer,butter chicken and Dhaba Chicken and more; be here and experience a gastronomical night out. Open 24*7 the dhaba is opposite cyber city in Gurgaon!

Jawaharlal Nehru University


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South Delhi’s sprawling campus is a class apart, where scholars make their name and the nightlife mysteriously comes alive across the various eating haunts around here. Every single joint around and in JNU is a haunt for foodies, and a pretty safe place too. The eateries run round the clock, and every single nook and corner of the nation has a stall here- you wouldn’t miss home food when you are at JNU!

 New Delhi Railway Station


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You don’t have to catch a train to neverland to be at NDLS- fancy a bite in the wee hours, NDLS has plenty of options for you to dig your fangs into. Cheap, hygienic and yummy- the long line of eateries here located near Paharganj gate would keep your stomach happy.

 Baba Kharak Singh Marg (CP)


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Baba ki daya is what you’d generally hear the foodie say when they come to PVR Rivoli for a bite at Baba Kharak Singh Marg, CP. From rajma chawal at 1 am to parathas, chole bhature, naan, dal, makhani and fried rice options- get ready to dig into it all. Plenty of smaller joints adjacent to baba- so you’d never go hungry when the butterflies dance in your stomach, even at 1 in the morning- ready for a bite!

Shivaji Stadium


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Head on to Shivaji Stadium Bus Stand, bang opposite Mc Donalds back gate and you would find hordes of Audi’s and BMW’s flashing their mettle- no you aren’t in a Dhoom zone movie scene; in fact you are at Shivaji Stadium, where the lovers of Kadhi Chawal , Aloo Parathe and other gastronomical lovers are found making a beeline at. Parking isn’t a problem here and the food is cheap too. All night long dig into the best food and delicious options.

 Murthal


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Drive down 50kms from the nation’s capital and you’d reach Murthal- famous for the all-boys-gang-hangout, Murthal offers adventure and food, a couple of drinks too. Drinking and driving is NOT ADVISED though, but if you have someone sober who wouldn’t touch a drop; this is then the place to be! Murthal is famous for its cheap food, clean open-air dhabas- Sukhdev, Vaishnov, Gulshan Dhaba to name a few.
Timings are all night long and shut from 5am to 8am.

 Moolchand Paranthewala


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Right outside the famous Moolchand Metro Station, and as the name suggests- a wide variety and range of parathas- hot and piping await your fluttering presence. Along with parathas, dig into the delicious anda curry, gobi dopiyaza and aloo matter dishes. What you’d love here are the green chutneys, dals and raitas served with the hot parathas- mouth watering no!
Timings: 24*7!

 Late night Theka, Rohini


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Fancy a drink late night and don’t know where to pick a bottle from- Late Night Theka at Rohini is the Mecca for Bacchus lovers. The rates here are a little higher than the usual, however, it is worth the deal.
Timings: All night long!

 Paranthas and Chai

Paranthas and Chai

Bang opposite the famous AIIMS at Safdarjung Hospital Gate, a humble yet very crowded hub serves the best milk tea along with hot parathas as though you were at home – anytime round the clock. You’d find medical students and professionals here always, and customers from all across the city digging into the plethora of food options, boiled eggs and omelets here.
Timings: 24*7.

 Ganga Dhabha


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Perfect place for a hit cup of tea with thalis or the tasty parathas- hot and piping; dig into hot samosas, bread rolls and egg dishes too. What you could also try here is the range of yummy milkshakes as well. You’d need to be at Jawaharlal Nehru University to savour this all; a student from JNU should escort you in!
Timings: 24*7

Bun-Butter-Chai

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Fed up of the anda-pao routine and would want to go a little simpler on eating in the dead of the night? Head on to Patel Chest in North Campus DU, the famous ‘bun-butter-chai’ haunt here is delightfully the best place to be at- the omelettes and boiled eggs along with Maggi till 5 in the morning are a hit!

Mc Donald’s

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CP and PVR Saket’s Mc Donalds are open up until 2 in the morning, should you fancy a burger or fries at that time. Drive down and check into one of the outlets, and you’d be surprised at the PYT’s and their beaus hanging out there. Back door entry at PVR Saket is what makes it more exciting to grab a bite here. At CP, you’d have to get to Shivaji Stadium Bus Stand and enter Mc Donalds, which is open till 2 am!

Comesum

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Fancy taking mummyji and pappaji out for a late night meal- Comesum is the place to be. A family restaurant that runs through the night and into the wee hours of the morning, you’d get to savour delicacies from all across the nation and the world, right here. Located at all major railway stations in the capital city, Comesum is now at Inderlok Metro Station too. If you have a late night train to catch, Comesum wouldn’t allow you to go hungry.

The Booty Call

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Head on towards Satya Niketan and get into the famous Booty Call; 9pm onwards it seems the cluster of night-owls across the city perch here till wee hours of the morning. Drop by for dim sums, hot and piping parathas or dig into sandwiches and pastas; The Booty Call gets you everything you’d need in the dead of the night – medicines and chocolates too.

Pandara Road- India Gate

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Located quite close to the historic India Gate, Pandara Road is up until 3 in the morning. Gulati, a very famous restaurant is where the night owls hoot away at. A little edgy and on the steeper side of expenses though, but who cares about the money when all you need is a bite, good company and yes, safety too. You’d surely find lovebirds thronging this area post midnight- Gulati at Pandara Road is a must-visit!
Timings: 12 noon till midnight!

E&Y Dhaba

Ernst & Young folks have it spread on a platter and the indulgence is seen through and through at this Dhaba. Satiate your hunger pangs right here, with as-good-as-homemade-meals; keema parathas, aloo parathas, egg burji and bread, Maggi, and a hot cup of steaming chai to wash them down.Timings: 11am till midnight!
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Saturday, 17 June 2017

24/7

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The name says it all- open round the clock and across the nooks and corners of the nations capital, 24/7 allows you to pick what you want and at anytime you want- groceries to quick snacking options, even in the dead of the night you would find pints of beer being sold, making it a hangout joint for the young and the restless.

Little Owl Café

Nestled and hidden from the crowds but at a prime spot near Sector 18 metro station in Noida, the Little Owl Cafe beckons the baby owls from across the city and its suburbs. Closed from 5am to 8am everyday and working through the other timings, they dish out a plethora of options for you to enjoy. Must try items are the range of veg and non-veg sandwiches and burgers, hot and piping Maggi and macaroni, patties and crispy garlic bread, yes the pastas too. Hookahs are a bonus to have, and you can opt from a wide range as well.
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Mocha Art House 

Mocha Art House – an excellent haunt for you if cricket is your thing. Located at DLF, Promenade, Vasant Kunj and open till wee hours of the morning, watch a match on the big screen here and sit with friends sipping your coffee and grabbing a bite under the clear-open city skies. Hookah anyone – Try the options available, and catch on to some good old Delhi moments- priceless as an experience which you shouldn’t miss.

Timings: 11 AM to 1 AM and Happy Hours: 11 AM – 11 PM
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Barrels

On entering Barrels, the decor and atmosphere immediately floods you with nostalgia for your college days. The graffiti on the walls, the road markings decorating the floor – all are reminiscent of a quirky, familiar college bar. Barrels is the melting point of artists, musicians, comedians and foodies, Barrels is a colorful haven for people with colorful ideas. Perfect for grabbing a relaxing drink, Barrels also offers a great range of bar food and snacks. The cigar rolls (stuffed with cheese and corn) are a must have.

Guppy by ai

Guppy by ai is a contemporary Japanese bar. Not just a place with momos or sushis, Guppy by ai’s aims to break the public perception about Japanese cuisine. The pearl of Guppy by ai’s is the award-winning chef Vikram Khatri. This chef believes in the freshness of his ingredients and the authenticity of his technique, creating fireworks of flavors with his kitchen wonders. The use of pastel colors on the walls brings out the relaxed ambience of the bar. There are also anime illustrations on the walls and seats. The bar has been purely designed by artists and vendors all over India. This bar is a contempory wonderland.

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Guppy by Ai © Guppy Facebook

Social Offline

The purpose of Social Offline bar is, much as its name suggests, to communicate offline. It is a silent bar, with none of the disco neon lights or rave music some might expect from a bar environment. Rather, it is a huge space designed for chatting and relaxing. The bar even has a second floor where you can reserve a personal cubicle for yourself to work. Social Offline has a very fresh, contemporary feel, with hashtags used to label drinks, quirky industrial lighting and plenty of open space. The drinks are also delicious, with a range of classic and signature cocktails to suit all tastes.

i-Kandy

A luxurious bar with an 85-foot swimming pool, on which are reflecting the hot pink lights that dominate the interior of the bar, i-Kandy is an unmissable New Delhi experience. The bar is a mix of pink lights, shined wood surfaces and palm trees, creating an exciting party atmosphere. i-Kandy ensures an incredible experience with excellent, freshly made drinks, appetizing snacks and late-night dancing to the best of Delhi’s DJs.

Kitty Su

Located in The Lalit New Delhi in the heart of the capital, Kitty Su is a second home for electronic dance and music lovers. The bar is divided into three parts: A (the A list area), The Salon (a mini nightclub) and The Dressing Room (the champagne lounge). The Kitty Su features wall paintings and sculptures inspired from Kamasutra, an intriguing and risquĂ© dĂ©cor for a bar, creating a clandestine atmosphere. The bar itself is long and well tended, meaning ordering drinks is a quick and pleasant experience. The drinks themselves are expertly made and delicious.
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Party all night at Kitty Su © Nykonchuk Oleksii / Shutterstock

Kylin Sky Bar

Announced the ‘Best Lounge Bar’ in Delhi 2014 by Times Food and NightlifeKylin Sky Bar is not one to be missed. As the name suggests, the bar is best known for its open ceiling. Kylin Sky Bar gives one of the most spectacular experiences. Guests not only have a impressive list of beverages to choose from, but can also enjoy their drinks while looking at the starry night right above their head. The chef’s special sushi platter is a must-have.

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Kylin Skybar © Kylin Skybar

Harry’s Karaoke Lounge Bar

Harry’s Karaoke Lounge Bar is dedicated with to lovers of music. ‘Music for the soul, food for the tummy’, are the lines they live by. It is the first bar throughout India to launch the concept of Karaoke, and it has done so with great enthusiasm. In Harry’s Karaoke Lounge bar they not only encourage guests to sing along, but also feature live singers. These singers perform and organize theme nights dedicated to English songs, Hindi songs or tributes to a specific singer or celebrity. Those who are a little shy will appreciate the delicious drinks which only help to make the experience more comfortable.
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Karaoke bar at Harry’s Karaoke Lounge Bar © Olinchuk/Shutterstock

Striker Pub

Striker Pub has been awarded the ‘best ambiance’ by Times Night. With a great rooftop space and a spacious, glitzy interior it’s not hard to see why. The bar is established inside the Global Foyer Mall. Striker Pub has their own microbrewery, therefore expect to enjoy a fine, fresh and pure brew directly into your glass. There are also frequent live music events and a delicious menu of multi-ethnic cuisine.

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Microbrewery at the Striker Pub © Leszek Czerwonka/Shutterstock

The Chatter House

The Chatter House is doubtless one of the classiest bars in New Delhi, with their gold crest welcoming guests at the entrance. The use of dark green and wood creates a nostalgic atmosphere. The Chatter House is also a great place to watch sports: a huge projector screens whichever popular match is showing that day. Locals and tourists alike join in with the cheering and commentary, resulting in a cheerful and enthusiastic environment.
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Rodeo

What could be better than ordering drinks from a cowboy? The answer: very little. Rodeo is a quirky, Mexican restaurant-bar in the heart of New Delhi, with a fun, Wild West theme. The interior immediately transports you to a Wild West movie. Cacti, wooden furniture and the typical high bar stools featuring, as well as numerous cowboy hats and ponchos serving as brightly coloured decor. The drinks are equally excellent, with delicious margaritas and traditional tequila-based drinks adding to the atmosphere.
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Friday, 16 June 2017

International DJs: Kitty SuKitty Su at the Lalit.                                                     Famous for hosting renowned international electronic music artists, Kitty Su is decked out for dancing and DJs. The sound setup is top quality, the dance floor is large, and the multiple bars mean that you don't have to wait long to get a drink. The club's funky decor adds to the party vibe. Not surprisingly, Kitty Su has been frequently named Delhi's best nightclub since it opened in 2011. It's also the only Indian club to have been featured in DJ Mag's Top 100 Clubs of the World.

  • Address: The Lalit hotel, Barakhamba Avenue, Connaught Place. Phone: (11) 4444-7666.
  • Opening Hours: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 10 p.m. until 3 a.m.

The Blue Bar, Taj Palace – Night Clubs

Embrace those everlasting and memorable fun of enjoying the exclusive collection of mock tails, cocktails and concoctions. These are perfect clubs in the city with soothing ambiance which provides endless boisterous moments for every party and social gatherings of friends. Embrace the awesome music and the service of the fully attentive bar staff.
The Blue Bar Night Clubs in Delhi
Address: Taj Palace Hotel, Diplomatic Enclave, Sardar Patel Marg, Chanakyapuri, Delhi
Timings:12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, 7 PM to 12:30 AM (Happy Hours: 6 PM – 8:30 PM)
Cost: Rs. 1700 per head

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