The hottest new restaurant openings in New Delhi this season

New Delhi's booming restaurant scene is more diverse and exciting than ever before. From South-Indian eateries and quaint European-style cafes to artisanal concept stores, the capital city has it all! Here's a hand-picked list of seven new restaurants you need to check out this season.

Artisan Lab, GK-1

The brainchild of Neimat and Noor Sethi, this cafe-cum-concept store is one of GK-1's latest additions. The vibe is upscale but laid-back with beautiful aesthetics and sharp monochromatic interiors. Right from the perfectly-baked sourdough, the truffle scrambled eggs on toast and the burnt cheesecake paired with a fruit compote, the Artisan Lab encourages you to slow down and savour. On your way out, grab the house-made olive oil infusions and spreads for a snack at home. Market No. 1, N-18, Greater Kailash-1 Contact: +91 82877 57707

Viet:nom, Gurugram

Drunken Botanist's Manish Sharma brings another fun establishment to Delhi NCR. Viet:Nom's expansive menu is inspired by food critic Rupali Dean and chef Vaibhav Bhargava's culinary experiences across Vietnam. The chic green and brown interiors together with the old school ‘70s playlist adds to the trendy  vibe. Try the pomelo and papaya salad and the signature Viet:Nom pizza paired with a spiced margarita to help it all go down. DLF CyberHub, DLF Phase 2, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122002 Contact: +91 95822 74622

Tenali - The Andhra Kitchen, Green Park

Craving flavours of the south whilst in the capital? Try this new restaurant for authentic Andhra delicacies. Get the mutton biryani and non-vegetarian thali that are teeming with flavour and spice. For a quick snack, the steaming idlis followed by a hot cup of filter coffee is sure to hit the spot. S-31 Green Park Main Market, 2nd floor New Delhi. Contact: 4513 0615

La Latina, GK-1

This tapas bar is the hot new Latina in New Delhi. Enjoy a beautiful Spanish spread here, starting with the serrano ham croquettes and gazpacho. The seafood paella makes for a scrumptious second act. End with the sunken soufflé with olive oil ice cream and (how can you not?) piping-hot churros. N-11, N Block market, Greater Kailash-1. Contact: +91 96250 57275

The French Press, Siri Fort

This quaint cafe will take you back to your Parisian summer getaway. With 14 varieties of coffee sourced from Chikmangalur, Karnataka, this cosy cafe is perfect to drop by for a quick catch up with friends or enjoy a coffee and butter croissant (or mushroom quiche) by yourself. 33, Sadiq Nagar, Siri Fort road. Contact: +91 98180 09608

Poochki Table, Shahpur Jat

It's all about hand-rolled pizzas featuring a house-blend of Gruyère, cheddar, Tomme, mozzarella and scamorza at this multi-purpose, experimental space in South Delhi. Poochki invites you to slow down, take a break from the city life, and partake in the culinary journey crafted with fresh and wholesome ingredients. PS: It's pet friendly! A date with pizza and doggos? How can you say no? 153 A, Shahpur Jat, Siri Fort, New Delhi. Contact: +91 95824 60500

Searock Coastal Cookhouse & Bar

Bengaluru's legendary restaurant has finally made its way to the capital right in the middle of its shopping district, Connaught Place. The simple yet innovative menu includes regional  south Indian classics such as prawns ghee roast, anjal tawa, crunchy silver fish rawa fry and more. For drinks, give the kokum martini or the curry leaf caprioska a shot. L 3-4, Connaught Place. Contact: + 91 9999295785

Imperfecto Shor Cafe, Aerocity

Looking to grab some grub after a night out on the town? Let this 24x7 cafe with comfort food be your pit stop. With a kitchen helmed by Aakanksha Dean, the menu features popular foods such as butter chicken with laccha paratha, risotto, sushi, spring rolls and more. Line your stomach with a host of foods that will ensure your belly is full and you won't have a hangover. Hotel Pride Plaza, Aerocity. Contact: 66104092

Plum by Bent Chair, Janpath

After the success of its branches in Mumbai and Aerocity, this unique restaurant has set up shop in the heart of the city. Ever sat down at a restaurant and gazed longingly at the furniture? At Plum, you can shop while you munch as the restaurant features a collection curated by Bent Chair, a furniture e-tailer brand. Get the rock shrimp, Taiwanese mushrooms and salted caramel banana bread. And maybe one of those gorgeous lamps too? No.22, Janpath road, opposite Le Meridien Hotel. Contact: 81301 46000