Eat, Drink, & Shop: Here's Everything You Can Do In Lajpat Nagar

Lajpat Nagar is a go-to place for most people who run boutiques or are fashion designers or for that matter people who are designing their wedding outfits from scratch, for the variety of fabrics that the market offers in every colour and material.

Istri Vastr 
Tucked in the corner, this famous store has a constant inflow of designers matching a fabric piece or customers looking to get semi-stitched suits. We'd recommend this place for fabrics, chikan work, and georgette work.

Timings: 10.30 AM to 8 PM

Address: Block D, Shop No. 1, Central Market

Contact: 098910 55122

KC Creations
If you are looking for good chiffon, crepe or georgette material and can’t go all the way to Chandni Chowk, then KC Creations is a safe alternative. They have a giant range of fabrics spread over three floors. We'd recommend this shop for cotton blends, prints, chanderis and phulkaris.

Timings: 10.30 AM to 8 PM

Address: Shop No. 04, Pushpa, Central Market

Contact: 011 4352 0000

Krisha Fabrics
This Fabric store at the Central Market is known for feasible fabrics, especially for muslin cotton that is in a variety of prints. 
Timings: 11 AM to 8 PM

Address: E-36 ground floor, Central Market

Contact:  085272 79557

Ramji Sons

This store has become one of the landmarks in Lajpat, located fairly near the Dolma Aunty shop, you can easily a spot Ram Ji Sons building. They are a wholesale price shop, selling designer fabrics, fancy dupattas, unstitched suits, and ethnic wear at economical prices, and huge varieties. 

Timings: 10.30 AM to 8 PM

Address: Shop No-1, Central Market

Contact: 011 4244 8385

Guru Nanak Fabrics

Located near the park, Guru Nanak Fabrics is also a wholesale outlet for all things fabric, plus you can also find lehengas and ethnic wear, that are designed in-house, and perfect for the upcoming wedding season.

Timings: 11 AM to 8 PM

Address: 91, Central Market

Pro-Tip: Lajpat as we mentioned, has plenty of stores offering fabrics, so you can also check out this list for super affordable fabrics.

Shubham
The store has perfect ethnic wear options that are not too blingy. The store also sells clothes on a wholesale basis so you will find a lot of variety here.

Timings: 11 AM to 8 PM

Address: Shop No. 118, Central Market

Contact: 088602 18937

Palji’s
Offering a great variety of saris, suits, and lehengas, we are sure once you enter, you won't come out empty-handed (especially when you are really in the mood to shop).

Timings: 11 AM to 9 PM

Address: 55, 66, Central Market

Contact:  093554 44585

Omara Womenwear
Omara Womenwear in Lajpat Nagar Market is almost a hidden gem. It has a huge collection of designer kurtas and kurta sets that are also according to a trending style.

Timings: 10:30 AM to 9 PM

Address: Central Market, Lajpat Nagar 3 

Shamina Khan
If you want to buy a classy ethnic outfit for a party that is not super bling then Shamina Khan is the place to shop from. They have dresses at a decent price, which makes people want to revisit the store.

Timings: 11 AM to 9 PM

Address: 21, Basement, Pushpa Market, Central Market

Contact: 093106 32502

My Fab

Attending a wedding of a very close relative? This shop is perfect for all the wedding guests out there, offering understated lehengas, and sharara sets, plus they have lightweight suit sets too, for all different wedding functions.

Timings: 11 AM to 9 PM

Address: Central Market, Lajpat Nagar II

Narang Garments

Packed with blingy lehengas, and over-the-top co-ord sets, you can easily find the most gorgeous wedding fit, with a huge variety and affordable prices at this place. They are located in Dolma Aunty Lane and are a must-visit for all the soon-to-be brides out there.

Timings: 10 AM to 8 PM

Address: 21-A, 22 B, Central Market

Contact: 084419 28441

Vastr Kala

Offering a variety of embellished suit sets, sharara sets, and kurta sets, this shop truly stands out for its collection, variety, and quality, perfect for finding outfits for smaller gatherings, events, or upcoming festivities.

Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM

Address: Basement, D-42, Central Market

Rajpriya Saree Emporium

A heaven for all the saree lovers, and the brides who plan to wear sarees on their D-Day, this emporium has everything you expect and more. From sophisticated kasavu prints to silks, and muslins, this shop is a must-visit, with currently everything of festivities sale.

Timings: 11 AM to 8 PM

Address: 2D/42, Central Market

Pro-Tip: That's not all! There are so many well-known brands at Lajpat Nagar like Sabhyata, Meena Bazaar, Aurelia and W for you to explore in the market. Here is a list of other options to shop for affordable Indian wear.

From Junk Jewellery to designer gold, Lajpat is your one-stop destination for a successful jewellery shopping experience too.

Fine Jewellery
For gold, silver and diamond jewellery, we would recommend checking out stores like Caratlane, Amba Jewellers, Dhirsons Jewellers, Taneja Jewellers and Senco Golds & Diamonds.

Junk Jewellery 
Lajpat is one of the many Flea Markets in Delhi offering a plethora of choices when it comes to jewellery. From oxidised silver jewellery to junk jewellery being sold by women from Rajasthan, chances are you will buy a lot more jewellery than you actually require because of the wide range of options and ridiculously low prices. There is a jewellery lane opposite to Meena Bazaar where you can get everything from heavy artificial jewellery to some floral ones for a wedding. The prices start at INR 50 and go up to INR 200.

As soon as you enter the Flea Market from the KFC lane, you will spot all the massive stores for footwear for literally every occasion.

The Jutti Lane
Since the branding was a tad questionable, we’re calling them the triad of shoe stores. Bang opposite KFC, stalls number 12, 13, and 14 are Lajpat Nagar’s hotspot for juttis, kohlapuris and other Indian-inspired flats for men, women, and children. The stalls offer more or less the same in terms of design (threadwork, cutouts, solid colours, and embellishments), styles, and price ranges. There does exist a certain competitive streak between the three stores, so if you’re in the mood for some theatrics, you can feign disinterest in one to get yourself a better rate at the next one.

Kins
Their massive store in Lajpat Nagar is always overflowing with shoppers looking for a good shoe bargain. While it’s amazing if you’re looking for the gold and fit-for-shaadi variety, you’ll have to hunt for the more sober options.

Timings: 11 AM to 9 PM

Address:  17, Central Market

Contact: 011 2983 1034

Narang Footwear
The Entire Narang brand is massive at Lajpat Nagar, offering everything from apparel to fabrics. However, we would recommend the brand for footwear too as they stand tall at the market.

Timings: 11 AM to 9 PM\

Address: Shop no 80-A, near Sindhi dry fruits, Central Market

Contact: 098183 09172

Weaving Threads
Weaving Threads is a hidden gem in Lajpat Nagar that curates and styles great footwear at an affordable price. All the shoes in this are very comfortable, have a durable outsole, and are of high quality.

Timings: 10 AM to 9 PM

Address: E-22, Block, Main Market, Lajpat Nagar II

Contact: 099997 33783

Sona Footwear

Embellished juttis, everyday footwear, and fancy heels, this place has a great collection, and we'd highly recommend them to find your perfect pair of heels, to dance the night away without getting your feet cramped.

Timings: 10.30 AM to 9 PM

Address: J-22A, Central Market

Contact:  011 2983 3813

Shoe Central

Just like the name, this shop is an absolute shoe central, selling everything from everyday shoes, men's shoes, sports shoes, heels, fancy footwear, and slippers at affordable price ranges, and is located near the Ram Laddu Corner.

Timings: 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Address:  I, 4, Central Market

Contact: 011 4172 2610

Lajpat Nagar is one of those markets where you will easily get something to add to your home, with plenty of furniture and home decor stores. It also has a massive collection of soft furnishing stores and furniture markets in the nearby neighbourhoods.

Home Saaz
Home Saaz's collection of vibrant cushion covers and curtains, vintage clocks, beautiful planters and other small items, is a one-stop-shop for all your home furnishing needs.

Timings: 10:30 AM to 9 PM

Address: J-44, Block J, Lajpat Nagar II

Contact: 098106 88899

Jagdish Store
Jagdish Store —in all of its three buildings and four floors glory—may not be a hidden gem, but it continues to win for its endless collection of fabrics in all colours, textures and sizes perfect for curtains and upholstery for sofas and chairs. They stitch curtains, bring channels, and install them in your house. If you want curtain rods, they've got those too. And don't forget to bargain!

Timings: 10 AM to 8 PM

Address: 39, 40, 41, 43, Ring Rd, near Moolchand Hospital

Contact: 011 4229 1100

Yak Carpet
Yak Carpet has a fantastic collection of dhurries with geometrical patterns in really pleasant pastels. Their collection is MASSIVE. You basically walk into a house, and there's a 1000 sq ft odd room dedicated to carpets in all sizes, colours and makes.

Timings: 10 AM to 6 PM

Address: 53, Ring Rd, near Haldi Ram

Contact: 011 4171 6361

Rajco

Divided into three floors, this shop sells curtains, sofa covers, bedsheet sets, and wholesale curtain fabrics, and is a perfect place to look for soft furnishing to deck up your home for the festivities.

Timings: 11 AM to 7 PM

Address: J, 20, Central Market

Contact: 098717 88899

Gopala

Specialising in bed sheets, and duvet covers, you will find a range of carpets and curtains in the shop too, and this one is located in the lane that leads to QDs, and the quality is exceptional too, all at a very competitive price range.

Timings: 8 AM to 10 PM

Address: Ground Floor C, IV 14, Amar Colony

Contact: 085888 33133

Amar Colony Furniture Market

Three minutes away from Lajpat Nagar, Amar Colony has one of the coolest furniture markets in the hood. Whether you’re moving to a new place, refurbishing your home or just have an uncontrollable need to hoard pretty and antique furniture, these five shops in the Amar Colony Furniture Market, will fulfill all your furniture needs at the best prices.

Timings: 10 AM to 8 PM

Address: E35, A-Block

Pro-Tip: There are other recognised home decor stores that you can check out in the hood like Westside and D'Decor, to name a few. Lajpat is also a place to get your hands on some affordable home decor pieces, here's a list of stores to help give your home a quick makeover under a budget.

Sitaram Stationery
Sitaram Stationers is essentially a paradise for everything stationery, for novices or accomplished artists. You can find all sorts of paper, sketching and painting paraphernalia, and even miniature models here. The first floor caters to the professionals, the more serious artists, and design students. Here you can find easels and canvases ranging from 4×4 to 48×72 sizes. Check out the cool notepads, portfolio bags and the huge variety of paint boxes.  Sitaram even supplies engineering, architecture and design instruments like tracing paper, drafters, drawing boards, rotring instruments and cutting mats.

Timings: 10:30 AM to 8 PM

Address: J 5, Central Market

Contact: 098109 39394

Vijay Sales
This massive store at the premise of Lajpat Nagar Lane is the ultimate destination for all your electronic supplies and gadgets needs. Washing machines, kitchen appliances, mobile phones or laptops you name an electrical product and you'll find it here. 

Timings: 11 AM to 10 PM

Address: No K, 25/2, Central Market

Contact: 011 6666 0222

Luggage Stores
At the starting lane of the Market from the Parking area, you will spot a bunch of luggage shops from Safari to VIP World, you can get a suitcase for your next trip right from this lane.

The infamous Dolma Aunty Momos started off at Lajpat Nagar from a humble stall to now two shops within the market, Dolma Aunty has certainly come a long way. Offering a plate of warm steamed momos with a generous amount of chutney, it is a regular spot for most Delhiites.

Price For Two: Starting at INR 160

Timings: 1 PM to 10 PM

Must Try Dishes: Seasoned Chicken, Dolma, Gravy Momo, Vegetable Spring Roll, Honey Chilli Potatoes, Noodle

Rating: 4.4/5 

This stall too, had a humble beginning and has now converted into a shop with a name on it offering mouth-watering ladu served with green chutney and quite a generous amount of radish. Starting with Ram Ladus only, the food joint also sells Gol Gappe and Papdi Chaat. We’d only recommend it for Ram Ladus since you can find plenty of better options for chaat and gol-gappe.

Price For Two: INR 80

Timings: 11 AM to 10 PM

Must Try Dish: Ram Laddu (duh!)

Rating: 3/5

There is never a light day at Nagpals. Offering lip-smacking chole bhature with lassi, Nagpal Chole Bhature serves a good meal at a reasonable price with high-quality food.

Price For Two: INR 200

Timings: 12 AM to 5 AM, 7 AM to 12 AM

Rating: 3.7/5

A trip to Lajpat Nagar is incomplete without Chinese chaat and a slush from Golden Fiesta. Almost an iconic food joint at Lajpat, Golden Fiesta has been serving good snacks and amazing slush for more than two decades now.

Price: Starting at INR 950 

Timings: 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Must Try Dishes: Ferrero Rocher Waffle, Slush, Melted Chocolate, Grilled Sandwich, Mutton Seekh

Rating: 3.1/5

Right across the central market is a lane with Afghani refugees selling the infamous Afghani Burgers that are stuffed with chicken, fries and eggs. You can easily spot these carts right at the end of the famous Kashmiri and Afghani restaurant lane. Apart from the Burgers being super filling, it is served with a hopeful smile which makes it all the more appealing.

Price For Two: INR 100

Timings: 10 AM to 11 PM

Rating: 4/5

From a long lane of Kashmiri restaurants,  the best Iranian food in the lane is definitely Nooshe Joon. Quite famous for its kebabs, you should head here with your group if you're looking to try different kebab platters and a variety of pulao.

Price For two: INR 1,200

Timings: 1 PM to 11 PM

Must Try Dishes: Kubedeh Kebab, Persian Tea, Mutton Choppan Kebab, Lamb Koobideh, Tandoori Chicken Tikka, Pita Bread

Rating: 4.1/5

Among the first shops when you enter the market from the opposite side of the metro, Waffle Point is a crowd favourite for their waffles obviously, but their cookies, slurpies topped with ice cream, shakes, cakes, and most importantly brownies. they have a wide selection for your namkeens as well, and you must try their cupcakes as well, along with other things that are every dessert lover's dream.

Price For Two: INR 120

Timings: 12:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Must Try Dishes: Chinese Platter, Ice Cream Jar

Rating: 3.7/5

A popular chain among college students, QDs has opened its outlet in the Lajapt market as well, which is on the outer roadside. The ambiance consists of earthy lamps, and wooden furniture, with trendy tunes blasting in the background. The place is a go-to continental, Italian, and some mouth-watering Chinese, and is extremely pocket-friendly, perfect for people on a budget.

Price for Two: INR 1000

Timings: 12 PM to 11 PM

Must Try Dishes: Paneer Makhani Platter, Brownie Fudge Sundae, Tandoori Momo, Drums of Heaven, Sundae, Chocolate Fudge

Rating: 4.3/5

This Baha’i house of worship welcomes you with immaculately manicured gardens, nine ponds and a pathway leading to the huge prayer hall where anyone from any creed is welcome to sit and pray or meditate in silence. It is one of the most famous temples not just in Delhi but also in India. So, you must visit this temple at least once.

Pro-Tip: Here’s our guide, if you plan on visiting the Lotus Temple.

Timings: 8:30 AM to 5 PM

Entry: Free

It is located to the east of Kailash on the Hare Krishna hills in New Delhi which is four minutes away from Lajpat Nagar Metro Station. This temple is a reflection of peace and devotion of Lord Krishna and would certainly give a sense of peace.

Timings: 4:30 AM to 1 PM, 4 PM to 9 PM

Entry: Free

Lodhi Gardens is 90 acres of lush green that has been built over a period of two centuries during the Sayyid dynasty. Often fitness workshops are held here as it’s a popular spot for fitness enthusiasts, so you can come here for that much needed workout sesh, or just sit, relax and gossip.

Timings: 6 AM to 8 PM during October to March

5 AM to 8 PM during April to September

Entry: Free