7 Book Cafes In Delhi That Can Quench Your Thirst For Good Books And Good Food

Let’s get one thing clear, Delhi is not all about shopping and partying and alcohol. More than anything like that, Delhi is about food.

As Delhiites, we’ve identified the most important thing in life and it’s food. There are some amazing combinations, available in Delhi, that you can try out if you fancy food and your favourite activity.

The concept of cafes that come with amazing food, incredible drinks and all of that, while being easy on the pocket, has been mastered by Delhi.

Along with food, there are many who love books and adore reading. Serving to these book lovers, there are a ton of book cafes in Delhi that serve good fun and coffee, along with a safe and sound place to read. One visit to these book cafes in Delhi and you would never want to go back. Along with food, you also get to interact with fellow book lovers who are equally excited about the new book from your favourite series.

Check out the list of 7 book cafes in Delhi that are quenching many book lovers’ thirst for good books and good food.

1. Cha Bar at the Oxford Bookstore
Location: Connaught Place

Living in Delhi, most of you know would be aware of the fantastic and amazing Cha Bar that resides in the Oxford Bookstore. Could there be anything more amazing? You can get yourself a book and then reside on a table in Cha Bar and devour on those amazing fish and chips while going through your new purchase. From the interior to the atmosphere, everything in there makes Cha Bar one of the best book cafes in Delhi.

2. Cafe Turtle
Location: Khan Market

Cafe Turtle is said to be one of the oldest book cafes in Delhi which is situated on the upper floor of Full Circle Bookstore. They have an amazing variety of coffee and chai, and along with it, there’s so much on the menu to eat from. They have a good reading spot in the cafe and once there you just have to try their New York Lemon Cheesecake.

3. Another Fine Day
Location: Gurugram Sector-43

The name of this book cafes in Delhi stands true to its nature. As a cafe with a separate reading space, Another Fine Day will immediately transport you to the times when life was simple. You don’t need to worry about a lot while being here. Plus, for the foodie in you, they have an All-Day Breakfast menu, because breakfast can be consumed at any time of the day.

4. Kunzum Travel Cafe
Location: Hauz Khas

If you’re a frequent visitor to Hauz Khas then you would be aware of the Kunzum Travel Cafe. A perfect getaway for every traveler in that book lover, the place is filled with a book based on photography and traveling. Kunzum almost serves as an escape from the chaos of Delhi. Plus, one gets to interact with fellow travel aspirers and actual travelers. There’s no way better to know more about your favourite place than by actually interacting with someone who has been there.

5. May Day Cafe & Bookstore
Location: Shadipur

May Day Cafe is more about the books and less about the food, however, you can get a decent cup of coffee at a decent price, in here. Plus, if you’re a left-wing supporter then this could be a perfect place for you to visit fellow lefties who often converse about theories of Karl Marx, culture, politics and our society.

6. Ivy & Bean
Location: Shahpur Jat

Situated in the artistic lanes of Shahpur Jat, this quaint book cafe in Delhi is a perfect place for people who love books along with some free Wi-Fi. This cafe has an ‘Australian’ touch to it and an outdoor seating that acts as an escape from the outside world. Plus, one can borrow from the bookstore for their reading escapade and can even donate their own favourite for others to read.

7. Serendipity Cafe
Location: The Claridges

Serendipity Cafe is considered one of the best book cafes in Delhi by many. The place has a huge variety of books from fiction to non-fiction to religious and what not. Apart from that, one can also buy delicious smelling candles and perfumes from the cafe. One can enjoy some really delicious cakes, pastry, and coffee in here.

So, now that you have a list of some really good book cafes in Delhi, which one are you planning to explore the earliest?

Jyotsna Amla