13 Best Hudson Lane Cafes To Visit For Good Food At Great Prices

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If you have been or are a North Campus student, you must be familiar with "Hudson Lane chalte hai." Well, I'm (sadly) past my college life and still hanging on to this statement. This popular lane in GTB Nagar has never failed to surprise everyone with great food at extraordinarily great prices. But, of course, with so many cafes popping up there every now and then, it's difficult to choose which one you want to dine at. That's why LBB is here to sort it out for ya!

Here are the 13 best Hudson Lane cafes you should visit for a 10/10 experience. 

When you are at it, check out the best cafes to enjoy Delhi's winter as well!

The Crypto Door

Good food, cosy ambience, and a huge Mr. Bean mural—you really can’t go wrong with that combination. Plus, they have quick and courteous service. The Crypto Door has everything—North Indian, Chinese, Burgers, Pasta, Pizzas and drool-worthy desserts. For me, it's always those cute platters that they serve so stylishly!

Timings: 12 PM - 1 AM

Popular Dishes: Momos platter, shakes, burgers

Price For Two: INR 700 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.3/5

Indus Flavour

This is a pure vegetarian restaurant with 5-star service. I love their nachos chaat, Amritsari paneer and of course, Jack Daniel's infused dal makhani. Also, get your money’s worth with student discounts. Just show them your college ID and score good grub at affordable rates day in and day out. Indus Flavour offers a wide variety of cuisines, from North Indian to Japanese and many street food options, basically serving anyone and everyone!

Pro-Tip: Check out top restaurants for Vegetarian food in Delhi

Timings: 11 AM - 11 PM

Popular Dishes: Rumali masala papad, paneer makhmali, mushroom kurkure, fondue

Price For Two: INR 1,200 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.2/5

Big Yellow Door

One of the OG Hudson Lane Cafes, Big Yellow Door is a great choice to celebrate all occasions. Share the BYD 'Cheese Bomb' Burger, slurp on the yummylicious pasta, sip on their KitKat shake, and make it an easy-peasy affair to remember. You enter through a slanted yellow door into a cosy rustic place that is usually always packed with people.

Know more about this cafe here.

Timing: 11 AM - 11 PM

Popular Dishes: Roasted paneer tikka pizza, cheesy nachos mexicana, mint drink, chicken cheese sandwich

Price For Two: INR 1,300 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.1/5

Cantino

All-day live music, a cocktail bar, and delicious food make Cantino one of the best cafes in Hudson Lane for a special outing. The service here is quick, and the staff is sweet and courteous. Go here for mouthwatering kebabs and classic North Indian food like dal makhani and paneer tawa masala. Know more about this cafe here.

Timings: 12.30 PM - 10.50 PM

Popular Dishes: Mushroom chargrilled skewers, peri peri chicken tikka skewers, penne arrabbiata, the great Indian vegetarian platter, and Cantino's bullfrog

Price For Two: INR 1,700 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.3/5

Cafeteria & Co.

Cafeteria & Co. does complete justice to everything they make or bake. We love the star burgers, pizza, and crepes here, but you could very well close your eyes and point at a menu item randomly, and you'll end up delighted. They've got spacious seating, textured wall decor and a few highchairs for a modern touch. Their menu offers a huge spread of Pan Asian, Indian and Italian cuisine, with a series of assorted shakes and drinks. Read here to know more.

Timings: 11.30 AM - 11.30 PM

Popular Dishes: Peri peri chicken skewer, tropical heaven sundae, chicken cannelloni, banana Nutella crepe, bang bang chicken, blueberry ice cream

Price For Two: INR 900 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.7/5

Echoes Living Room

Managed beautifully by a hearing and speech-impaired team, Echoes is always a feel-good experience that gets brownie points for its amazing tandoori momos, fries, and burgers. Also, the focal wall is decorated with endless pictures that you would not want to stop looking at. 

Timings: 11.30 AM - 11.30 PM

Popular Dishes: Choco death, Cadbury shake, cream cheese pasta, baked lasagna, bun tikki, hariyali chicken

Price For Two:  INR 1,200 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.6/5

Spezia Bistro

A gorgeous place with a cute little photo booth, Spezia Bistro always warms up our hearts. This Hudson Lane Cafe is spacious and the walls are decorated with posters of The Beatles, Bob Marley, Rolling Stone and more. Try their pasta Aglio Olio and Macho Nachos, and don't forget to pair them with the mango margarita. You'll love it.

Timings: 11 AM - 11 PM

Popular Dishes: Baked chicken Toscana, spicy mango mojito, choco ball, classic chicken steak, mushroom melt, blueberry pie

Price For Two: INR 1,400 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.5/5

Sambookas

Vibrant and cosy, Sambookas is one of the prettiest Hudson Lane cafes that serves amazing milkshakes, Spanish churros, and juicy steaks. They offer Italian, Mexican, North Indian and Chinese, so no matter what you're in the mood for, you'll get it here. FYI, you and bae can get gorgeous pictures at the place. Click here to know more about this cafe. 

Timings: 12 PM - 2 AM

Popular Dishes: Spicy potato, Irish cold coffee, churros, barbeque chicken pizza, pancakes, mixed sauce pasta

Price For Two: INR 1,100 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.2/5

Reflections Cafe

Picturesque decor, delectable food, amazing service—the reasons to head to Reflections Cafe are endless. The cafe does justice to its name, thanks to its mirror-like decor that is matched with other vibrant and textured walls. You are definitely going to love their crispy chicken wraps and if you are a vegetarian, order a classic cheesy burger or a Hawaiian pizza!

Timings: 11 AM - 11 PM

Popular Dishes: Fully loaded nachos, chilli chicken, paneer tikka sandwich, oriental platter

Price For Two: INR 450 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.5/5

Paparizza

Paparizza serves delectable wood-fired pizzas but with a twist like Maggi pizza and Swaad pizza (with pindi chole as a topping)—both unique items that taste great. They also have some amazing shakes and mocktails on the menu. With everything reasonably priced, this place is a must-visit for students.

Timings: 11.30 PM - 12 AM

Popular Dishes: Lasagna palermo, garlic baguette, pizza calzone, chicken tikka calzone, mushroom calzone

Price For Two: INR 1,200 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.3/5

Housefull Cafe Lounge

Known for its beautiful rooftop and easy-going ambience, Housefull offers North Indian and Chinese food. I've also heard good things about their bar, so if you're looking for a good drink at an even better price, head here and do not forget to thank me later! 

Timings: 12 PM - 12 AM

Popular Dishes: Chocolate dome, cheeseburger, sangria, Chinese platter, honey chilli potatoes, dahi kebab

Price For Two: INR 1,700 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.3/5

Bella Rossa

Saying it out of all the times I have been here myself, Bella Rossa is not a cafe you would want to miss. Everything is cute and feminine-like, but not in a pink-slapped kind of way. The place is huge, so there is always a chance of getting a table. The best part is that the food is as amazing as the decor. Never (with all seriousness) skip out on their delicious cocktails. 

Timings: 11 AM - 12 PM

Must-Try Dishes: Cheesecake slice, chicken sizzler, Popeyes Pi pizza, BBQ chicken pizza  

Price For Two: INR 1,200 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.4/5

736 AD

Old-school charm mixed with contemporary coolness is what 736 AD is all about. This is where you should reserve a table if you're done with the sun and want a completely enclosed environment with only warm lighting. I suggest coming here after sunset so you can savour their delicious tandoori platter and momos while taking in the stunning rooftop scenery! 

LBB Tip: Want to unleash the gamer in you? Check out Crazy Hours which is in the same building as 736 AD!

Timings: 11 AM - 11:45 PM

Must-Try Dishes: Chakna platter, Greek cheese salad, chicken spring roll, mushroom burger  

Price For Two: INR 1,500 (approx.)

Zomato Rating: 4.4/5

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