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Café Lota

The guide was updated: 2024-07-10

The hidden artefact of the National Crafts Museum showcases a modern take on regional Indian dishes. Patrons recommend fish and chips (amaranth-encrusted batter-fried sole with sweet potato fries), or 'palak patta chaat' (crispy spinach, potatoes and chickpeas topped with spiced yogurt, green chutney, and pomegranate seeds).

Useful Information

Address: Gate No. 2, National Crafts Museum, Bhairon Marg, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
Opening hours: Monday 12pm–9.30pm, Tuesday–Sunday 8am–9.30pm
Website: meltingpotfood.in/cafe-lota
Phone: +91 78389 60787

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