A HIDDEN GEM: CHAMPA GALI

Planning for a date with you or a get together with your friends? Not able to decide which place you should go? We have a great suggestion for you and we bet you will have an amazing time. Champa Gali, which is the best escape in Delhi and has an incredible vibes of a rural French street with cafes, studios, reading rooms and handcraft shops. Read on to find out more about Champa Gali.

Champa Gali

Champa Gali Saket, a less-explored, hidden, and quirky street in South Delhi, is continuously developing and gaining popularity not only for its delicious food cafes, but also for its Parisian alleys and colourful twisted setting. The area has a rustic old-world charm and is a mix of tiny cafeterias, coffee shops, art galleries, and organic souvenirs shops. 

History of Champa Gali

The restaurants/cafes of Champa Gali have Khasra No 258 as their address. Do you know why? Earlier, Champa Gali was known as Khasra No 258. It was a home to cow shades and furniture workshops, but it has now been transformed into a Parisian passage and the venue for live music, poetry evenings and book launches, making it an ultimate spot on the city’s culinary and cultural map.

The owner of Champa Gali is Mr. Sailesh Mehta who was a neighbour of Kuldeep Singh, a 52-year-old bus driver and contractor is being sought out by many suave, an English-speaking entrepreneur, all aspire to rent a piece of land he owns in Saidulajab village in south Delhi. Mr Mehta used to visit Champa Gali and liked it a lot. After convincing Kuldeep Singh, whom he used to call “tau”, he rented the land.

A few months later, he opened up a café that had a Goan feel and names it as Morellos and became a part of the Champa Gali establishments. Mr. Singh is unaware of how his Khasra came to be known as Champa Gali but at the same time happy that Saidulajab, the Yadav-dominated village, is rapidly evolving. 

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How to Reach Champa Gali?

If you are planning to visit by metro then get down at Saket metro station which is on the yellow line and exit from Gate No. 2. You can take an auto or rickshaw or walk from there to reach Champa Gali. Make sure to keep your GPS on!

If you are planning to come by your own vehicle you can park it near the Saket metro station itself. However, it is recommended not to come by own vehicles as parking can be a problem.

Restaurants in Champa Gali (Champa Gali Cafes)

Top 12 Champa Gali cafes that you can give a try!

1. Baari

Planning for a date with your best friends? This is the right place for you. This café is surrounded with colourful fences, lots of greenery and swing chairs! The chill blue & green tones, with pretty lights and its entire natural set up will make you fall in love with this place. Do not forget to take pictures of the aesthetic ambience and furniture. 

Location – Baari – Shed 1, Khasra 258, Westend Marg, Saiyad ul Ajaib, Lane 3

Meal for Two: Rs 500 (approx.)

Timings – 11:00 AM – 10.30 PM

2. Jugmug Thela

Founded in 2003, Jugmug thela is a place which has a vibe like no other! Famous for their masala chai, this place has a sense of warmth and coziness in the café. You should definitely try out banana cake, pesto sandwich, hot chocolate, vanilla marble cake and pizza. Their amazing collections of books is a cheery on cake for the bibliophiles.

for some much-needed me-time!

Location – Jugmug Thela – Shed 4, Khasra 258, Lane 3, Westend Marg.

Meal for Two: Rs 600 (approx.)

Days and Timings – Monday to Sunday, 12am to 11 pm

3. Pho King

Can you relate the name with something ancient? This Asian café is a slice of Greece which is served to your table with a perfect balance of whites and blues, floral arrangements, huge windows, and outdoor seating. It also has live music! Doesn’t that sound great for a date with your bae or outing with your squad? Do try their Vietnamese Pho, mutton chelo kababs, dumplings and the refreshing bubble tea.

Location – Khasra No 258, Lane, No 3, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saket, Delhi 110030

Meal for two: Rs 900 (approx.)

Days and Timings – Monday to Saturday, 11am – 11 PM; Sunday -10:45 am -11pm

4. The Nerdy Indian Cafe

This café gives a homely and cosy feel and surely a not to miss place. It has glass walls through which you can see a high bookshelf from outside. The colourful designed roof, blue interiors, perfect lighting and books makes this café a must place to visit. Do you know if your bill is over Rs 500 they give you a book for free! Don’t forget to order their Mar-gyi-rita Pizza, sandwich and Dan Brown’s Brownie Sundae.

Location – Khasra No 258, Lane, No 3, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saket, Delhi 110030

Meal for two: Rs 700 (approx.)

Days and Timings – Monday to Sunday, 12 Noon – 11 PM

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5. Soho Bistro & Café

Want to spend time at a café which has the best food and outdoor sitting? Then, this one’s for you! Their Bombay Maska Sandwich and the frothy Belgian Chocolate shake, are a must try. The funky lightning and classic yet modern interiors are eye-catching.  

Location – Khasra 264, Ground Floor, Westend Marg, Butterfly Park, Saiyad ul Ajaib, Saket, Delhi 110030

Meal for Two: Rs. 1500 approx.

Days and Timings – Monday to Sunday; 9 AM – 11:00 PM

6. Red Brick Café

Whether you want to spend time with your bae or chill with your BFF’s, this café is for you. This quirky café with wall paintings and great ambience is worth an Instagram post! Do try out Smoky Paneer Makhani Pizza & Chicken Lasagne with the Strawberry Pop Soda.

Location – Khasra No 284/2, Gali no – 3, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Delhi-110030

Meal For Two: Rs 1200 (approx.)

Day and Timings – Monday to Sunday,12 Noon- 10 PM

7. Four Direction café

Want to try Continental and Oriental food? Head toward this café. The ambience, food and the staff are the best. They also serve premium coffee and French desserts. 

Location – Khasra No 258 Lane No 3, Champagali, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saket, Delhi-110030

Meal for Two: Rs 600 approx.

Day and Timings – Monday and Wednesday- 11 am to 9pm; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday – 11 am to 10pm; Saturday and Sunday – 11am to 11pm 

8. Social Street Cafe

This café is a great combination of quick service with a relaxing and calming atmosphere. The staff at Social Street Cafe are very friendly and courteous, which enhances the overall experience. A perfect place for enjoying good food along with the quirky décor which includes fair lights and really cool graffiti on the walls. Some of the best sellers of this café are Thick milkshake, Basil cooler, Kikat shake, Peri Peri Pizza and mozzarella sticks,

Location – Khasra 258, Lane 3, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Delhi-110030 

Meal for Two: Rs 900 approx. 

Timings – 11 AM – 10 PM

9. Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters

“Great ideas start with coffee”.

Want a great cup of coffee? You should definitely visit Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters. The graceful interior and comfortable atmosphere, fine cutleries, and generously polite and respectful staff will ensure that your experience is memorable. Do try out their Banana Bread, hot coffees, Pasta, Sandwich and Peri Peri fries!

Location – Khasra 258, Lane 3, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saket, New Delhi-110030

Meal for Two: Rs 800 approx

Day and Timings – Monday to Sunday; 8 AM – 8 PM

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10. Patta Café

Craving for some mountain café experience? Patta café is here with their Tibetan, Naga, Nepalese, and Chinese dishes! With white walls, large windows, doors with prayer flags, Tibetan chimes which give a soothing vibe and colorful corners with green bookshelves, Patta café has it all! Their menu is a mash-up of some fusion dishes that will tantalise your taste buds.

Location – Westend Marg, Khasra 258, Lane 3, West End Marg, Said Ul Ajaib, New Delhi-110030

Meal For Two: Rs 800 approx.

Day and Timings – Monday to Sunday;10 AM – 10 PM

11. Ocean Street Café 

After reading the name you must have guessed that the café theme is beach/ocean. The walls of this café are full of graffiti. Get ready to post some really cool pictures with these and make others jealous. Dhani Jones right said, “There is nothing better than live music. It has raw energy which feeds our soul”. Let’s vibe with the live music and good food. 

Location – 11A, Ground Floor, Khasra 258, Lane, Number 3, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Delhi-110030

Meal For Two: Rs 1400 approx.

Day and Timings – Monday to Sunday; 10 AM – 11 PM

12. Foresta Bistro & Café

A rooftop café with a view of Qutub Minar and delicious food, sounds amazing right? You can experience this in Foresta Bistro and Café. Don’t forget to sit on the famous red swing chair of the café and enjoy your time. You are sure to spam your Instagram account with the photos of this café. Try out Kali Mirch Chicken Tikka, Shahi Paneer, Mutter Mushroom Masala, Butter Chicken, Mutton Rogan Gosht.

Location – 631, 2nd Floor, Lane 3, Champa Gali, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saidulajab, Saket

Meal for Two: Rs 600 approx.

Day and Timings – Monday to Thursday – 12 to 11 pm; Friday to Sunday – 12- 11:30pm

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Conclusion

A hidden gali located in the Capital that everyone should explore. It has everything from a coffee shop to handcraft items, a reading room, poetry sessions and music gigs. A perfect combination of cafes, art and culture. From munching on healthy food at Jugmug Thela, to sipping the finest coffees from Blue Tokai, this place has it all for you to enjoy with your friends or to go on a date with your bae..