For those observing Navratri, fasting does not have to mean compromising on a satisfying meal. With Sharad Navratri beginning on October 11, restaurants across Delhi-NCR are offering special thalis featuring vrat-friendly ingredients and familiar festive flavours.
From kuttu ki poori and samak rice to sabudana, makhana, paneer and festive desserts, the offerings range from affordable spreads to more elaborate hotel dining experiences.
Here are seven Delhi-NCR places to consider for a Navratri thali this festive season.
Temple Street | Ashok Nagar and Old Rajinder Nagar
Temple Street is offering two Navratri thalis, with preparations made using sendha namak. The Navratri Special Thali, priced at Rs 399 plus GST, includes four pooris, sabudana khichdi, aloo ki sabzi, pethe ki sabzi, shahi paneer, raita, sponge rasgulla, salad and papad.
The Mini Navratri Thali, priced at Rs 299 plus GST, comes with two pooris, sabudana khichdi, aloo ki sabzi, pethe ki sabzi, raita, sponge rasgulla, salad and papad. Vrat-friendly chaat options include aloo chaat, sabudana tikki and kele ki papdi chaat.
WHEN: October 11-20
WHERE: Ashok Nagar and Old Rajinder Nagar
COST (PER PLATE): Rs 399 (Navratri Special), Rs 299 (Mini)
SOCIAL | Delhi-NCR
SOCIAL is bringing its Navratri Thali to outlets across Delhi-NCR from October 11 to 20. The spread includes aloo jeera, paneer in tomato gravy, makhana, samak rice, falahari pooris, sabudana kheer, sabudana vada and papad.
The limited-period menu also features individual vrat-friendly dishes such as Navratri Khichdi, sabudana vada and kuttu paneer pakoda. The menu is available for dine-in, with selected dishes also available through Zomato and Swiggy.
WHEN: October 11-20
WHERE: SOCIAL outlets across Delhi-NCR
COST (PER PLATE): Ranges between Rs 245 to Rs 425
Rockland Hotel | Chittaranjan Park
Rockland Hotel has two Navratra thalis, available from October 11 to 19. The Deluxe Navratra Thali includes aloo ki sabzi, kaddu ki sabzi, kuttu ki poori, samak rice, sabudana papad and sabudana kheer.
The Maharaja Navratra Thali adds paneer ki sabzi, fresh fruit salad and sabudana pakode. Both are available for dine-in, room service, home delivery and catering, subject to availability.
WHEN: October 11-19
WHERE: B-207, Outer Ring Road, Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi
COST (PER PLATE): Rs 349 (Deluxe), Rs 399 (Maharaja)
DEL & Kheer | Roseate House New Delhi
DEL & Kheer at Roseate House New Delhi is offering a Navratri Special Thali from October 11 to 20. The spread includes paneer khajoor roll, aloo makhana kofta, chironji ki dal, singhare aloo ki poori and kesari sabudana kheer.
WHEN: October 11-20
WHERE: DEL & Kheer, Roseate House New Delhi, Aerocity
COST (PER PLATE): Rs 2200 plus taxes
Café | Hyatt Regency Delhi
Hyatt Regency Delhi is serving a curated Navratra Thali at Café from October 10 to 19, featuring Satvik delicacies and Navratri favourites.
It is available for lunch from 12.30 pm to 3 pm and dinner from 7 pm to 11 pm.
WHEN: October 10-19
WHERE: Café, Hyatt Regency Delhi
COST (PER PLATE): Rs 1550 plus taxes
Kiyan | The Roseate New Delhi
Kiyan at The Roseate New Delhi is serving a Navratri Special Thali from October 11 to 20, focusing on traditional fasting delicacies and familiar Indian flavours in an upscale setting.
WHEN: October 11-20
WHERE: Kiyan, The Roseate New Delhi
COST (PER PLATE): Rs 2200 plus taxes
Sattvik | Select CITYWALK, Saket
Sattvik, known for its vegetarian Indian cuisine, has featured Navratri thalis in previous seasons, with fasting-friendly preparations such as singhare ki sabzi, sabudana kheer, aloo jeera, kuttu ki poori and samak ke chawal.
WHEN: October 11-20
WHERE: Select CITYWALK, Saket
COST (PER PLATE): Rs 1095 plus taxes
Before you order
Preparation can vary between restaurants, even when a thali is designed for fasting. Those observing a strict fast should check whether the meal uses sendha namak and fasting-approved flours and grains, and whether ingredients such as onion and garlic have been excluded.
