Dum Pukht

Awadhi restaurant · Dhaula Kuan ·

Dum Pukht

Awadhi restaurant · Dhaula Kuan ·

Royal Awadhi cuisine, slow-cooked dishes, opulent ambiance

Information

ITC MAURYA, Sardar Patel Marg, Akhaura Block, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110021, India Get directions

₹2,000+

@cntraveler

42,481 Postcards · 5,685 Cities

50 Best Restaurants in India, From Kasauli to Kolkata | Condé Nast Traveler

"Named for the slow sealed-cooking technique, Dum Pukht at ITC Maurya preserves Nawabi patience and lineage—kakori kebab that dissolves, aroma-cloaked biryani, nuanced baghare baingan—and continues the legacy of Imtiaz Qureshi with opulent yet measured service and recipes that reward time and restraint." - Karina Acharya

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/the-50-best-restaurants-in-india-from-kasauli-to-kolkata

Dum Pukht

@cntraveler

42,481 Postcards · 5,685 Cities

In Mumbai and Delhi, Finding Inspiration in the Unapologetic Flavors of India’s Street Food

"We immersed ourselves in India's regal past at Dum Pukht, whose classical Mughlai cuisine—long Indian food's sole entry on the global stage—focused on the courtly fare of Awadhi Nawabs and painstaking preparation."

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/in-mumbai-and-delhi-finding-inspiration-in-unapologetic-flavors

Dum Pukht

@afar

25,132 Postcards · 3,702 Cities

"Grand Cuisine at Dum Pukht Dum Pukht is not just a meal. It is a royal experience. The restaurant has won numerous awards, including "Delhi's Best Restaurant" and "Asia's Golden Fork Award." Indulge in traditional Indian dishes which are created with a special method involving cooking the food in heavy bottomed and sealed vessels to intensify flavors of the dish. Along with Bukhara, another of Delhi's best, Dum Pukht is located in the ITC Maurya Hotel. Reservations are strongly recommended."

The Best Restaurants in India's Golden Triangle

Photo courtesy of Dum Pukht

Dum Pukht - ITC Maurya

@afar

25,132 Postcards · 3,702 Cities

The Best Restaurants in Delhi

Photo courtesy of Dum Pukht

Dum Pukht - ITC Maurya

Monica Puri B.

Google

I haven't been to this place in a long time and was really looking forward to the food and it didn't disappoint. We started with some drinks. It seemed they were out of all the reasonably priced liquor and only had the more expensive ones. They should just take the rest off the menu if they don't have the stuff. Anyway, the service seemed a bit off but the atmosphere was great. We started off with some chicken tikkas which were melt in the mouth. Really really good! We ordered the raan, the nehari, the dal and a chicken curry. Two tandoori rotis and two khameeri roti. We also got the gucchi pulao which was fabulous! Overall the meal was really good but it is really rich and heavy. But a great experience!

Puneet B

Google

Not sure for non vegetarians, but for vegetarians its over priced and over rated for sure. Food is overpriced , quantity is less, taste is average. Service is below expectations , 5 different people came from order to food to billing Seating is below par. If you are just 4 or less then tables are limited and in awkward corners . Decor is like that of a banquet hall. Its situated in basement floor, has no lift to reach it . Rs 1800 for 3 pieces of veg kebabs , or Rs 1800 for 3 pieces of fried kebab is overkill Better places out there for a much better experience, food and service. Crowd is primarily corporate , who don't care about much about all this as hosting at 5 star is a basic necessity for them

Pranav K

Google

Dum pukht was a unique experience, rich Awadhi food enjoyed in a very Mughal-Esque architecture kind of ambience, almost like sitting in the palace dining room. The plates and table setting make for a royal experience. The highlight of the food was the cook on the chicken, for it was so soft and tender I have never eaten more tender chicken before. The Handi murgh korma features this delicious chicken prep. The gravy was also rich with cinnamon flavour. Other dishes were alright, I liked the paneer kebab but it was very overpriced for only 3 total pieces. The Taftaan tasted more like a western bread but I liked the idea of pumpkin seeds added to it, however it was a bit dry in parts. The khamiri roti was the only proper disappointment cause it wasn’t like khamiri roti at all. It was actually tandoori roti. Sad cause I came mainly for this. Another plus point outside the regular food though was the papaya pickle on the table, which was delicious and had me complete it entirely. Overall decent food and there are some very nice options on the menu that I didn’t try so cannot write them off yet. But it’s all very overpriced of course and it is a very high budget meal. However the place has a more varied menu and is still a bit cheaper than Bukhara, the other Indian restaurant in Maurya. Food aside the experience was exceptional. The server was very helpful in explaining the best dishes to eat and everyone is extra hospitable and welcoming. And like mentioned earlier the ambience is one in a million kind of experience

Vin S

Google

Amazing high-end luxury dining experience. The ambiance is exquisite, the dining-ware is so rich. You feel like royalty when eating. The food flavors are so unique and non-traditional as well. I explored different food flavors than what i would normally order, and i was impressed. The live piano and tabla duo is incredible added bonus.

Indian Luxury Travel B.

Google

I gone yesterday for my anniversary i order here nihari n mutton biryani as I love nihari but along with tht i old khimri roti which i found below average we have eaten much better fluffy bread but it's it looks simple aate wali roti no fluffy nes at all which disappointed me so I hve not order any other bread just had biryani n nihari I paid 6700 for 3 items but bread ne sara charm karabh kar diya tha please work on it

Mayank D.

Google

Dum Pukht at ITC Maurya, New Delhi, offers an exquisite dining experience that transports guests to the royal courts of Awadh. Specializing in the traditional ‘dum’ style of slow cooking, the restaurant is renowned for its rich flavors and opulent ambiance. The menu features standout dishes like the melt-in-your-mouth Kakori Kebab, the aromatic Dum Pukht Biryani, and the flavorful Koh-E-Awadh lamb shank. Vegetarian options such as the Seekh Nilofari and Hara Kebab Awadhi are also noteworthy. Desserts like the Gulab Ki Kheer and Shahi Tukra provide a sweet conclusion to the meal. The restaurant’s decor exudes old-world charm, with zardozi-embroidered furnishings and Awadhi-style lamps enhancing the regal atmosphere. While the service is generally attentive and courteous, some guests have noted occasional delays during peak hours. With an average cost of ₹8,000 for two, Dum Pukht is a premium dining destination that offers a unique culinary journey through India’s rich gastronomic heritage.

Manasi A

Google

I went to Dum Pukht for my birthday. With a lot of fanfare and excitement. The food quality was surprisingly disappointing. I ordered kakori kebabs which were delicious.But the accompanying bread - Sheermal was undercooked. We reported. Next the 3 breads - Naan, Khamiri and Roomali were all terrible. Hard, difficult to chew. We reported. The shahi tukda was soggy. We did not say anything

Saurabh S.

Google

Been wanting to go to this place for a long time and finally went for my dad’s 75th birthday. The is definitely overrated. The best was the biryani and everything else we ordered was mediocre. On exit they serve paan and I had one only to have an immediate reaction and got ulcers all over my throat and tongue. We went on 5th and till date I am not able to eat anything and am on steroids. According to the Dr it is because of substandard ingredients used in the paan. Never again!!