For that last-minute email or for when you just want to work in peace, check out LBB's list of cafes in the city that offer Wi-Fi.
DineLatitude 28
Latitude is high up on our list, courtesy Ritu Dalmia’s culinary expertise. Although they have Wi-Fi the whole day, we suggest you grab a place early in the evening for a coffee; it gets a little crowded at dinner time.
Where: Khan Market
Price: INR 2,000 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 24621013
Le Bistro Du Parc
Le Bistro Du Parc is a French bistro and is ideal for someone looking to spend the entire day, with some light meals thrown in.
Where: Moolchand Market, Defence Colony
Price: INR 2,200 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 46780080
Lodi – The Garden Restaurant
For picturesque outdoor seating, and great ambience pick Lodi. This is great for winter months when you can sit and work outdoors.
Where: Lodi – The Garden Restaurant, Lodhi Road
Price: INR 2,200 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 33105163
Rose Café
With extended working hours till 9pm, this is a good place to finish off pending work and enjoy a nice early dinner.
Where: Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saket
Price: INR 1,200 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 65991116
Blue Door Café
If you’re craving a crepe with your con-call, or a pie with your PPT, Blue Door Café is the spot for you. Try to stay away during peak hours if you’re looking for relative peace and quiet.
Where: Khan Market
Price: INR 2,000 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 24640013, 011 24618727
Ricos
This is the perfect choice for any cash-strapped student. They offer a wide variety of continental café fare including pizzas, pastas, tex-mex, waffles, and more, and the priciest item on their menu is only INR 240!
Where: Hudson Lane, Kingsway Camp, GTB Nagar
Price: INR 800 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 33105816
Café Lota
If you’re looking for inspiration for your work, Café Lota is the place to turn to. Don’t forget to reward yourself with a Bhapa Doi Cheesecake when you’re done.
Where: Near Gate 2, Pragati Maidan, in the Crafts Museum
Price: INR 1,200 for two {approx.}
Contact: +91 7838960787
Café Diva
Head over to work on your laptop over some European or Mediterranean cuisine.
Where: GK1 N Block
Price: INR 2,000 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 41011948
Hungry Monkey
Hungry Monkey is perfect for when both food and work-space are priorities. Our suggestion: If food isn’t a concern, stay away during lunch and dinner hours, especially over the weekend.
Where: DDA Market, Safdarjung Enclave, Deer Park
Price: INR 2,200 for two {approx.}
Contact: +91 9810788196, 011 46049801
Madison & Pike
Late breakfast anyone? Their menu has a range of preserves, flavoured butter, and breads to choose from. If you’re doing brunch with a side of organising bank documents, here’s where to head.
Where: Nirvana Courtyard, Sector 50, Gurgaon
Price: INR 1,000 for two {approx.}
Contact: +91 9971741763
Flip Bistro
Flip Bistro in Gurgaon is a great space for working lunches, dinners, and everything in between.
Where: For locations, click here
Price: INR 1,200 for two {approx.}
Coast Café
Despite being in Hauz Khas village, there is a quietness that surrounds this place, making it the perfect spot to bang out work on time. Their food is impeccable; if you like appams, this is the place to get them.
Where: Hauz Khas Village, above Ogaan
Price: INR 1,500 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 33105045
CafesMaison Des Desserts
For early risers, Maison Des Desserts should be your go-to haunt. It opens at 8.30am, so beat the crowd, grab the breakfast, and get working.
Where: Hauz Khas Village
Price: INR 800 for two {approx.}
Contact: +91 9560366914
Ivy and Bean
Small, cut-off, and sufficiently empty {most times}, it’s perfect for when you want to spend a day working. We recommend the breakfast.
Where: Sishan House, Shahpur Jat
Price: INR 1,000 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 41090119
Les Parisiennes – Le Café
A French Café cum concept store, think of Les Parissienes as a suitable match for quick coffee meetings, or for a short working pit stop.
Where: Shahpur Jat, Dada Jungi House
Price: INR 800 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 26490203, +91 8826518943
The Mad Teapot
Nestled inside The Wishing Chair, The Mad Teapot is a staple store for decor-accessory junkies. This idyllic cafe offers a comfortable space to shack up for a work-day. Their cold coffee and Faraway Farm Sandwich are to die for.
Where: The Wishing Chair, Shahpur Jat
Price: INR 900 for two {approx.}
Contact: +91 8130303893
The Brown Box
This is one of those hard-to find spots, but they have divine desserts, great for some sugary motivation. We recommend the Mars Bars Cheesecake.
Where: S Block, Panchsheel Park
Price: INR 400 for two {approx.}
Contact: +91 9910277733, 011 32312819
Hauz Khas Social
Considering that this place provides a platform for all things work-related, it’s a good spot for a lunch meeting or perhaps even a video chat. It’s best to finish off all the work in the day because post 5pm, it's rush time!
Where: Hauz Khas Village & Defence Colony
Price: INR 1,500 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 33105944
Mocha Arthouse
This is ideal if you’ve just shopped all day and are ready to drop, but need a to take care of a few work emails. Try their delicious beverages or some dessert.
Where: DLF Promenade Mall, Vasant Kunj
Price: INR 1,400 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 46075632, +91 7838520699
Di Ghent Café
Get your waffle and coffee fix here. Their coffee is brewed from fresh beans, and from what we hear, the flavour is unmatched.
Where: Cross Point Mall, Gurgaon
Price: INR 1,200 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 33106496
Just for Chai
Airy and cheerful, JFC is known for its flawlessly brewed teas. Sip on some aromatic Jasmine, or perhaps the Kashmiri Kahwa as you tap away at your laptop.
Where: Golf Course Road, Gurgaon
Price: INR 200 for two {approx.}
Contact: +91 9818432215
Sakley’s The Mountain Café
Intimate, inviting, and reminiscent of a hill station, Sakley’s is perfect for an out-of-office workday.
Where: GK1, M Block Market
Price: INR 1,400 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 33106242
Another Fine Day
With its quirky décor and fairly quiet ambience, this is a delightful place to get some work done. You might be distracted by people playing a board game or two, but finish fast enough and maybe you can join them!
Where: MPD Towers, DLF Golf Course Road, Gurgaon
Price: INR 700 for two {approx.; without alcohol}
Contact: 0124 4386155
Kunzum
Wi-Fi, unlimited tea, and Coorgi coffee. It’s modelled on a travel café, so expect to work amongst a huge collection of books and beautiful travel photography. It’s shut on Mondays, though.
Where: Hauz Khas Village
Price: as per your discretion
Contact: +91 9650702777, 011 26513949
Go-To SpotsAmici
One of our favourites, Amici is perfect for any time of day and any type of requirement. They have Wi-Fi in all their outlets, but for a more intimate setting, stick to the Defence Colony and Khan Market outlets.
Where: Multiple Outlets
Price: INR 1,200 for two {approx.}
Smoke House Deli
Smack in the middle of HKV, Smokehouse Deli doubles up perfectly as an all-day workspace. For working evenings, try the Vasant Kunj outlet.
Where: Multiple Outlets
Price: INR 1,500 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011 26567001 {Hauz Khas}, 011 46075646 {Vasant Kunj}
For information on other outlets, click here.
Café Delhi Heights
The service is faultless and the portions are huge. Do try their Juicy Lucy Burger when you’re taking a break from work; it’s epic.
Where: Multiple Outlets
Price: INR 1,700 for two {approx.}
Find out more about their other outlets here.
Starbucks
Perfect for every SATC-inspired writer.
Where: Click here for a list of all their outlets.
Price: INR 750 for two {approx.}
Fat Lulu’s
Pick Fat Lulu’s for thin crust cheesy goodness, and a warm, homey ambience. Devour a pizza {or two!} as you finish your work.
Where: Multiple Outlets
Price: INR 1,200 for two {approx.}
For information on other outlets, click here.
Chaayos
Known for its large range of teas, this is a lovely, sunlit place to sit at all day. It works for a quick lunch meeting, or to work on your writing.
Where: For a complete list of outlets, click here.
Price: INR 400 for two {approx.}
