At Delhi’s Tyde, The Edamame Shammi Is A Creamy, Green, Delightful Surprise

Greeted by the pleasant blue-themed interiors at Tyde (very on brand and theme, as they should), I walked in expecting a dining space dedicated to the gifts of the sea—not only theme-wise, but also food-wise. Being a non-vegetarian who ever enjoys chicken and occasional mutton, seafood ceases to be my thing. To my pleasant surprise, there were lengthy pages on the menu serving exactly what I’d enjoy eating. And that I did. Lesson learned: don’t judge a book by its cover, and definitely don’t judge a restaurant just by its name.

With a massive bar that anchors the place, drinks here are themed around fusion, bringing to your sips a fascinating mix of local flavours in classic cocktails. Case in point: a Delhi-layered G&T. Sounds interesting in all the right ways and tastes like sipping into a generously spiked shikanji that you picked up on a sweltering June day. Those looking for a caffeine kick or just an evening spent sans ABV, the non-alcoholic offerings are a good pick. 

The food menu is diverse, although it lacks dedication. After a seaweed, edamame, and tofu-infused soup, I was, funnily enough, brought a plate of kaale masaale ka bhatti ka murgh alongside garlic chutney. Talk about a paradox! No complaints there, though. The soup lacked seasoning, but the chicken was a lip-smacking North-Indian starter with far too much kaali mirch (black pepper) in each bite.

As waves bring with them newer treasures of the sea in each tide, Tyde brings a whole lot of unexpected and a whole lot of comfort food to the buzzing dining scene in Connaught Place. Read on for everything you can try!

Star Dish

A soft, melt-in-your-mouth kebab is always a good idea. This is a phrase I’ve heard far too often, especially considering Delhi has been my city of residence for the past year. However, after tasting some of the most life-changing kebabs in Lucknow, nothing has ever really matched up. A good way to stand apart from the rest is by introducing something unknown to your kebab, in your kebab. And there you have it—the Edamame Shammi Kebab.

Almost too green to look at for a picky eater like myself, this shammi kebab was soft, lush, velvety, and perfectly spiced. The biggest compliment for a dish, to me, is not needing any condiments to go with it (for context, I love chutney), and this kebab tastes delish all on its own. It was spiced correctly, seasoned perfectly, and the cherry on top, with no excess in oil whatsoever! My only complaint? The top and bottom could’ve been crispier.

This one’s a must-order starter for those who love themselves a spicy, not-too-filling Indian small plate, because it fills you up and leaves you satisfied with ample space left for more.

More On The Menu

On the food front, order knowing that hits and misses are common. To start with, I quite enjoyed their Thai Pomelo or grapefruit salad. It was spicy, citrusy, crunchy and crisp—all the right combination of flavours in your mouth. The fruit was fresh, the flavours were bright, and it was perhaps the only right way to start off the meal. What I especially liked was that, unlike some salads, this one wasn’t hefty on the stomach, and in fact made space for more. 

As for the mains, the tortellini in goat cheese was creamy and hearty, but could have delivered better with a slightly more generous hand on the fillings and seasonings.

The element of surprise is indeed Tyde’s USP, because post the Italian course, there landed a generous plate of the finest Mughlai dish—their pride and joy, the Nalli Nihari. Served with khameeri roti, it hit the spot. The mutton was perfectly spiced and soft at first bite, while the khameeri roti was well-cooked and fermented. 

However, the pindi chhole, served with Amritsari kulche, could have been spiced and flavoured a lot more than they were. The salt was bare, and the kulcha was far too soft—a stark contrast to the crispy, satisfying authentic ones.​

To end things on a sweet note, their sunken cake served with house-made vanilla ice cream was absolutely delicious. Served warm with a gooey centre, the cake was indulgent without being too sweet over the top, while the vanilla bean ice cream paired perfectly. You best believe I wiped it off in seconds!

Vibe Check

Inspired by the geometry of Jantar Mantar and the symbolism of water, the interiors at Tyde balance sculptural design with softer, more fluid accents. Deep indigo colours, geometrical brass, and statement art pieces give the restaurant a polished yet inviting atmosphere. On entering, you might just be engulfed in a sea of blue and gold, and lots of appreciation for art.

One of the biggest visual focal points is Dar Badar, a large brass installation by artist Mohd. Intiyaz mirrors the movement and rhythm central to Tyde’s overall design language. Textile works by Hansika Sharma also add to the space, bringing in embroidery, metallic detailing, mirrors, and ocean-inspired textures to the restaurant’s water-led concept. Best part? The ‘aqua-ness’ of it all never feels too literal—it’s anchored in art and understanding it.

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