Buon Appetito: Best Places To Have Italian Food In Delhi

The capital city of Delhi is a paradise for every kind of foodie no matter what cuisine they like. Over the years, the city has managed to come up with several eateries serving Italian food and now it goes beyond your usual pasta, pizza and baked goods. Out of the various eateries here are top five places where you can have authentic Italian fare in an exotic ambience mio amico!

San Gimignano

This place transports you to another era altogether with its imperial settings and pure white ambient tones. Located at The Imperial in Janpath, the place has a romantic outdoor seating area. Every other place will fade in terms of authenticity after you’ve had their Italian fare. From the delicious Crema di Parmigiano Olio di Tartufo soup and Affetatti Misti antipasti platter to their Bianca Royale pizza, every dish gives you a taste of Italy down to the last bite.

What to order: Wood-fired pizzas, risotto, apple cake, tiramisu, grilled meats

Cost for two: Rs 5000

Tonino

Want to dine at a Tuscan villa-like place in Delhi with delectable Italian food? Then head to Tonino for a great time. Located on MG Road, Mehrauli, this iconic restaurant boasts of serving one of the best Costolette Di Maiale, Con Crème Di Aglo E Erbe and Mushroom Ravioli in the city. The pretty outdoor seating and live music add to the ambience of the place.

What to order:Rostini assortitie, insalata greca, red wine sangria and smoked chicken pizza

Cost for two: Rs 3000

Big Chill

It is best to head to a Big Chill with a ‘big’ group of friends and order ‘big’ as the place has so much to offer. I fell in love with their desserts from day one and always try something new each time, never to be disappointed. The Big Chill has several outlets in Delhi NCR where you can order spaghetti aglio olio, appetising chicken lasagne, vodka penne with prawn, fish Florentine and many other delightful Italian dishes. The ambience is totally retro with posters of old Hollywood movies all over the place. They have quite an extensive menu with European and Continental fare as well.

What to order: Baked alfredo chicken pasta, spinach ravioli and margherita pizza

Cost for two: Rs 1500

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Sorrento

Named after a coastal town in southwestern Italy, the award-winning restaurant of Sorrento is known for its family-style food. The fresh produce that goes into each dish makes it a delight to have. Sorrento is located in Shangri La’s Eros Hotel in Connaught Place and boasts of an eclectic menu of wines as well.

What to order: Potato gnocchi, chicken risotto, grilled chicken pizza, chicken with artichoke, mount Vesuvius dessert and panko crusted eggplant parmigiana

Cost for two: Rs 3300

Travertino

Dishes made with ingredients actually sourced from Italy, an extensive wine cellar and a taste of authenticity in its cooking are what separate this restaurant from other Italian places in the city. Located in The Oberoi on Lodi Road, Travertino is slightly on the pricier side but then it’s meant for those who like an entirely authentic experience.

What to order: Minestrone soup, fettuccine with crab & asparagus and wild mushroom risotto

Cost for two: Rs 6000

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