Kulfi, Pies, Cakes And More, 17 Eateries That Serves The Ultimate Desserts

This 150-year-old French bakery chain, with outlets in Gurgaon and Vasant Kunj, is famous for their freshly baked bread and, well, desserts. Their franchise was recently opened in Mumbai as well, and anything they offer embodies panache. The interiors are minimal and pretty, with the aroma of freshly baked goods surrounding everything.

Must Try: Tarts, eclairs, and the iconic millefeuille with the most light and fresh cream.

Price For Two: INR 1,700

Nirulas has to be part of this curation, being an essential spot for every outing during childhood days. Their hot chocolate fudge is truly delectable, and the quality, taste, and chocolatey goodness of hot fudge are still among the simpler joys of life. It is the perfect dessert to have whenever you feel low.

Must Try: Hot Chocolate Fudge, Ice Cream Soda

Price For Two: INR 400

The ultimate go-to spot for college kids and older millennials nowadays, The Big Chill Cakery is well on its way to become iconic, if not there already. They have multiple outlets in Delhi and are famous for serving a variety of delicious ice creams, cheesecakes, and cakes at an affordable price range. The ambience is great, filled with old Hollywood movie posters, and their cafe also serves one of the best penne vodka pasta preparations in Delhi.

Must Try: Banoffee pie, hazelnut cheese cake, and blueberry cheese cake.

Price For Two: INR 500

I cannot count the number of times I have visited Connaught Place just for Wenger's. It is Delhi's oldest bakery, fairly close to the metro station, and has all different kinds of breads, sandwiches, beverages, and some amazing desserts. This place is an old favourite, and always will be.

Must Try: Tiramisu, fresh cream cups, and chocolate eclairs.

Price For Two: INR 400

With the most elegant and green decor, Fig at Malcha is a multi-cuisine cafe serving organic coffee from Balmaadi in Tamil Nadu and an excellent selection of breakfast dishes, including bowls, eggs, pancakes, and platters. Every dish of theirs is a work of art, being visually appealing and tasting delicious, and their desserts are some of the most indulgent delicacies we have ever tasted.

Must Try: Slow-baked chocolate cake, classic chocolate tart

Price For Two: 1200

Every visit to Theos has been a special one as they keep on adding new and exciting desserts to their menu. So, with every trip you have something new to obsess over. Every dessert they make has the most intricate detailing and phenomenal taste, and they were recently awarded Best Patisserie under the Casual Dining category by Times Food.

Must Try: Egg-free Russian Honey Cake, Sea Salt Chocolate Croissant Roll (yes, those viral round croissants), Double Chocolate Decadence, and Tres Leches

Price For Two: INR 1,800

Indian desserts and dishes are superior, and though I have just too many favourites, Rabri Falooda is really up there. And Giani Di Hatti, which later opened a chain of ice cream parlours called 'Giani's Ice-cream', serves the best Rabri Falooda in any town, ever. The sweet rabri over vermicelli is literally a match made in heaven, and whenever you are in Chandni Chowk, you have to make it one of your pit stops.

Price For Two: INR 200

Staying in the vicinity of Old Delhi only, Kuremal Mohan Kulfi Wale is another gem that has been serving Kulfis with a twist for decades. They are famous for making fruit kulfis that also come layered inside the respective fruits, and is literally the most sweet-refreshing treat anyone could ask for. They already serve a wide array of kulfis, all made with high-quality ingredients, and are a must-visit on your shopping sprees.

Must Try: Mango kulfi, apple kulfi, and for something hatke , pomegranate kulfi is a good option

Price For Two: INR 200

With multiple branches (Paschim Vihar, Laxmi Nagar, Kalkaji, Pitampura, and Gole Market), Kaleva is a go-to for Indian sweets during festivals. It's a trusted brand and serves all kinds of Indian mithais with high-quality ingredients while retaining the traditional recipes passed down from generation to generation.

Must Try: Ghevar, gulab jamun, laddus, and kaju katli

Price For Two: INR 200

This Japanese Cafe has been taking over the internet, and for all the right reasons. You can find all your cool and viral East Asian desserts here, like Boba teas and authentic Japanese bakes; they also serve heavenly Taiyakis, and mochi-based desserts. Every dish of theirs looks as good as it tastes, and the ambience of this place is every influencer's dream.

Must Try: Japanese Soufflé Pancakes, Creme Brulee Buns, and Mochi Donut Sticks

Price For Two: INR 950

Delish Mama in Model Town is a perfect spot for catch-ups, first dates, or brunches. The cake studio is run by Chef Bawana Sareen, who obtained her degree of patisserie from Russia. They have an impressive selection of desserts with unusual flavours, with everything being perfectly sweet and delectable.

Must Try: Mississippi Mud Pie (which is just a chocolate explosion, in the best way possible), dry cakes, mousses, and good old tiramisu

Price For Two: INR 900

Functioning since 1969, Maxim's is a legendary name among iconic bakeries. They are famous for all kinds of desserts, plus their savoury snacks, and they fit across all budgets very efficiently. They should definitely be on your radar if you are looking for traditional birthday cakes and pastries for a get-together but do not want to go overboard with fancy-gourmet ones and need something hearty.

Must Try: Chocolate croissant, red velvet pastry, and tea cakes

Price For Two: INR 300

Not many people know about this place, but Cafe Lota is inside the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy and offers uniquely crafted Indian cuisine. The interiors of the place have an earthy and rustic vibe to them, making it a perfect spot to eat after an artsy day out. They are known to put a twist on Indian desserts, which is like walking on a thin rope, but we assure you that you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Must Try: Apple Cinnamon Jalebi and Bhappa Doi Cheesecake

Price For Two: INR 1,200

Founded by Chef Vanshika Bhatia, Petite Pie Shop has the most Pintersety decor with an French influence and sells all different kinds of pies (sweet and savory). Their smaller outlet is in the Defence Colony, and they also have delicious pizza, wines, and beers.

Must Try: Fruit pie, custard pie, salted caramel pie, and walnut chocolate.

Price For Two: INR 1000

Although primarily known for their hand-tossed pizzas, we had to include Camillo's only because of their Tiramisu. In our books, it is up there with the Big Chill, and we cannot say enough good things about it. They cover the whole thing very generously with the coco powder, and the cream is just so light and fresh—a must-have for every dessert lover.

Must Try: Tiramisu

Price For Two: INR 2,500

We have two words for Bloom Cafe & Cakery's desserts — gelato croissant. Bloom's perfectly flaky and croissants meet their in-house creamy gelato for a match made in (sweet) dreams! The textures perfectly balance each other with the burst of freshness from the gelato giving a certain zing to the baked crispiness of the croissant. Honestly, trust our word and give this dessert a try!

Must Try: Gelato croissant, croissants, tiramisu and banoffee pie

Price For Two: INR 900

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