I will be traveling from Noida to Bhikaji Cama Place on a daily basis for four days. I have a few questions about the area which would make my life a lot easier. My queries have been mentioned below, and it would be great if members would answer them. What eating options do I have near Bhikaji Cama Place? What is the nearest metro station to Bhikaji Cama Place? Is it easy to get other forms of public transport from Bhikaji Cama Place?
Hi, welcome to the forum! Overview The Bhikaji Cama Place is located in the southern part of New Delhi. Lajpat Nagar is located on its eastern side, Hauz Khas is located on its southeastern side, Delhi Cantonment is located on its western side and Sarojini Nagar is located on its northern side. Bhikaji Cama Place is mainly a commercial area slash business centre, surrounded by other buildings with fields related to tourism, the government and other fields. Since the place is located at a prime area, there are tons of dining options around it. It is also easily accessible from any part of Delhi via public transport. Dining Options Around Bhikaji Cama Place 1. Khalsa Restaurant - This restaurant serves North Indian dishes only. It is about 14 minutes of walking away from the Bhikaji Cama Place. It is located just behind the Hyatt Regency Hotel in RK Puram. Although it is air-conditioned, this can be considered as a no-frills restaurant. Ambience is very simple with just plain walls and wooden tables. The restaurant has lots of loyal patrons though owing to the fact that it has been operating for over 40 years now. One of their best sellers is the Tandoori Chicken, cooked just right, succulent and juicy. Even their Dal Makhani has the right amount of creaminess that isn't too heavy on the stomach. Meals are very simple here, almost home-cooked in style so it's as if you never left home at all. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 1.1 Kilometres Address - No. 10, Sector 1 Market, RK Puram, New Delhi, India Contact Number - 011 2618 4427 2. The Chef - This restaurant is located in the Safdarjung Enclave, about 1.1 kilometres away from Bhikaji Cama Place. Again, this is a very simple restaurant with just an air-conditioned seating area, wooden chairs and tables. The menu is not that extensive but has a nice variety of Chinese dishes. A cult favourite here is their momos, which range from vegetarian, chicken, mutton, buff and many more. Their momos also come in either steamed or fried varieties. Must try momos here are the Chicken Momos and Vegetarian Momos. Also worth trying is their Spare Ribs Fried Chilli Dry, which has this kick of spiciness but still has an array of other flavours. This restaurant also has home delivery so if you have your office in Bhikaji Cama, you can simply have them deliver your meal directly to you. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 1.1 Kilometres Address - Shop No. 70, Humayunpur, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi, Delhi 110029, India Contact Number - +91 96507 70389 3. Depot 29 - This restaurant is also located in the Safdarjung Enclave in Delhi. Depot 29 has this quirky but trendy ambience, with the wooden tables and chairs, plus a stage where live performances happen during some nights. Their cuisine is mainly Mexican and American, with en extensive bar menu as well. A must try here is the Classic Crispy Chicken Burger, filled with cheese, bacon and barbecue sauce. They also have a Quesadilla Bar and Taco Bar, which are great for mid-meal snacks. If you reach the place during their special themed nights, you can enjoy live musical performances of local artists in Delhi too. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 1.6 Kilometres Address - Levels 2 & 3, B6/2 Commercial Complex Market, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi, Delhi 110029, India Contact Number - +91 97174 50029 4. Delhi Club House - Featuring various signature dishes of various clubs around the city, Delhi Club House is a premier dining option nearby Bhikaji Cama Place. The ambience is very elegant, with a mixture of couched and table seating areas. There is a bar at the middle of the restaurant and a DJ playing soothing music that fits the atmosphere. The cuisine is a mixture of North Indian, Continental and Asian. The menu though isn't that extensive although there's a nice selection of meals. From their starters up to their main courses, everything was well thought of. A cult favourite for the starter here is the Cheese Soufflé, a light and airy dish that would certainly work your appetite for more delicious dishes. Their Prawn Masala, for the main course, is tasty too, taking you back to the coastal area of Kerala or Goa. You cannot end your meal without their Molten Dark Chocolate Cake, indulgently delicious that every bite makes you forget about the calories. Delhi Club House is more of a posh restaurant though and you do need to pay more when you dine here. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 2.2 Kilometres Address - Sangam Courtyard, Major Somnath Marg, Sector 9, RK Puram, New Delhi, Delhi 110022, India Contact Number - +91 97175 35544 5. Ada E Haandi Restaurant - This restaurant is mainly a take away one, meaning that there are no seating areas around. They have North Indian, Chinese and Mughlai cuisines. If you just want a simple and basic meal, maybe for lunch, that you can bring to your office, this is a good option, since their rates are very affordable too. They are suitable for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians as their menu has separate sections for each. For the vegetarians, try out their Kadai Paneer, a delectable mixture of cottage cheese, tomatoes and onions in a creamy gravy. For the non-vegetarians, their Butter Chicken is a must try, a very basic meal that they have mastered as well. For desserts, they have Kulfi, Ice Creams and Lassi too which you can also try out. From Bhikaji Cama Place though, you might need to ride an auto rickshaw to reach the restaurant as it's a bit further away. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 2.6 Kilometres Address - No. 141, Moti Bagh South Market, South Moti Bagh, New Delhi, Delhi 110021, India Contact Number - +91 11 2467 2702 6. Anupam Restaurant - Almost appearing like a home, this restaurant is well-known to the locals. It has a very simple ambience, like an old house, with just a few wooden tables and chairs. The menu comprises mostly of North Indian and Chinese dishes. Although having been here for many years now, they have retained their business's simplicity and authenticity. They have a Vegetarian Thali (Rs. 180) and Non-Vegetarian Thali (Rs. 240) comprising of parathas, tandoori, raita, dal, salad and either a mutton or chicken dish for non-vegetarians and paneer dish for vegetarians. This is value for money because you get a huge amount of dishes for the specified amount. They also have a number of tandoori breads that go well with the curries, a must try is their Butter Naan. Staple Chinese dishes such as the Hakka Noodles and Vegetable Chopsuey can also be found in their menu. For as little as Rs. 250, you can feel quite satisfied in this restaurant. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 2.2 Kilometres Address - MCD Parking, Near, Kapoor Wali Gali, Munirka, New Delhi, Delhi 110067, India Contact Number - +91 88009 21807 7. Mezbaan Restaurant - The Mezbaan Restaurant has a very bright red interior, with couches and marble-like flooring. The best feature of this restaurant is that they don't compromise on food quality despite their very affordable rates. Their menu is a mixture of North Indian, Mughlai and Chinese cuisines. Most students of nearby colleges frequent the restaurant because of their delicious meals and economical rates. Their Honey Chilli Potato is a must try, it has enough spiciness which compliments the bland taste of the potato. The Malai Kofta here is very creamy and goes well with a Plain Naan or Butter Naan. For the vegetarians, their Mutter Mushroom would delight the taste buds with its creaminess and the smooth texture of the mushrooms. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 2.9 Kilometres Address - No. 383/1-B, Mir Singh Complex, Munirka, New Delhi, India Contact Number - 011 2616 0792 8. New Janta Restaurant - Last is the New Janta Restaurant, about 3.2 kilometres away from Bhikaji Cama Place. They also serve North Indian and Mughlai cuisines. Like the other restaurants, ambience is simple, with just wooden chairs and tables, although the place has air-conditioning. They serve one of the best Dal Makhanis in the area, incredibly creamy but not too heavy. It goes well with plain breads as they compliment the taste of the dish. On the other hand, their Mutton Tikka Masala is also worth trying out, it's soft and not chewy, bursting with flavours too. You won't spend more than Rs. 300 here and you'd already feel quite full. You do need to hire a taxi or auto rickshaw to reach this place though as it's not that near to the Bhikaji Cama Place. Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place - 3.2 Kilometres Address - C-22, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110057, India Contact Number - +91 11 2614 3375 Nearest Metro Station to Bhikaji Cama Place Metro Station Distance from Bhikaji Cama Place Walking Time Line AIIMS Metro Station 3.2 Kilometres 40 Minutes Yellow Hauz Khas Metro Station 4.6 Kilometres 1 Hour Yellow Dhaula Kuan Metro Station 4.3 Kilometres 1 Hour Airport Express The Bhikaji Cama Place Metro Station is still under construction and would be part of the Pink Line of the Delhi Metro. As of now, the AIIMS Metro Station is the nearest metro station to Bhikaji Cama Place. It is about 3.2 kilometres away, which is about 40 minutes of walking away from Bhikaji Cama Place. This station is on the Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro. Another good option is the Hauz Khas Metro Station, which is 4.6 kilometres away from Bhikaji Cama Place. It is also part of the Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro. The last one is the Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, about 4.3 kilometres away from Bhikaji Cama Place. This one is part of the Delhi Airport Express Line of the Delhi Metro. Bus stations are quite far away from the Bhikaji Cama Place. There are auto rickshaws around though for short distance travels. Finally, there are numerous taxi stands around the place. The General Taxi Stand is just a few kilometres away from Bhikaji Cama Place. There are also private taxi services within walking distance from it. Conclusion You don't need to worry as the Bhikaji Cama Place is a very commercialised area, where dining places and transportation stands can be found. If all else fails, just contact any radio taxis or call taxis which can be very convenient for you. I hope this helps!
