If there is one thing that comes to the rescue when you can’t decide what to eat but also wish to make the best use of everything you have in your refrigerator, they are sandwiches. Eateries and cafes across Delhi have turned this everyday staple into a hearty meal with artisanal breads, premium cheeses, farm-fresh produce, and globally inspired fillings. Whether you prefer a hearty, loaded stack or a light, artisanal creation, Delhi’s gourmet sandwich shops promise a refined experience. Here’s a curated list of the city’s finest spots to relish sandwiches.
Lexi’s Gourmet Sandwiches
Offering a range of gourmet sandwiches, Lexi’s is here to become Gurugram’s most-loved sandwich spot. It is a cloud kitchen that delivers across Gurugram and is a must-try on days when you are craving a well-made sandwich.
Some highlights from their menu include, the Bombay broski sandwich, katsu chilli paneer sandwich, al pastor roast chilli pork sandwich, grilled chicken and bacon sandwich, and Nashville fried chicken burger. From the sides, go for their classic and diner favourite peri peri chicken tenders, or zesty paneer sticks. To go with the meal, orange soda and pomelo soda are great picks.
For a sweet end to the meal, pick their Nutella cheesecake or chocolate hazelnut chunkie.
Address: Deliver only
Price for two: INR 1,200
Pete’s Deli
Now in GK- 2 M Block Market, Pete’s Deli is a great pick if you are craving a juicy, well-made sandwich. Their bagels are also loved by diners. Some must-try sandwiches from the menu include their signature picks like the grilled chicken pesto sandwich, Cubano, and NYC chopped cheese sandwich. A staple pick for most vegetarians is the mushroom melt, and for non-vegetarians, it is the crispy fried chicken sandwich.
The big boy sandwich that is put under the chef’s special section is another must-try from the roster. Other than sandwiches, go for the mac n cheese, chicken sticks, and garlic bread. From their bagels, the garlic and onion with your preferred cream cheese is another diner favourite.
For dessert, Pete’s Deli offers a range of pancakes but their New York cheesecake is a great pick. One can also choose from the shakes, coolers, and coffee that they offer.
Address: M 72, Ground Floor, M Block Market, Greater Kailash 2 (GK 2), New Delhi
Price for two: INR 700
Shokupan
Shokupan, another cloud kitchen in Delhi that is coming up as a favourite sandwich shop in the city is known for their in-house production and baking of the soft and fluffy Japanese milk bread also called Shokupan.
Standout preparations from their menu include, spicy avocado sandwich, chicken krapow sandwich, spiced lamb sandwich, barbequed pork belly sandwich, and pork katsu sandwich.
As for the sides, go for their classic fries, Japanese fried cauliflower, or chicken wings. Shokupan honey toast and tres leches are good picks for the dessert.
Address: Delivery only
Price for two: INR 800
Cactus Lily
Another sandwich hotspot among South Delhi dwellers is Cactus Lily. Best known for its sandwiches and burgers, it is a must-try if you are craving a loaded and juicy sandwich.
Some must-tries from the menu include, oh mami braised mushroom sandwich, pesto cottage cheese sub, Amritsari paneer sandwich, roast chicken sando, and chicken chopped cheese sub. Their Korean cottage cheese burger or the Mrs Florenta (crispy cauliflower) burger are also great picks.
Other highlights include chicken pomodoro pasta, flaming hot cheeto fries, cactus wings, and chicken popcorn. Pair your meal with their desserts, smoothies, or shakes.
Address: Delivery only
Price for two: INR 1,000
Kona
Kona, tucked away in GK 2’s Chandan Market, is a new, no-frills, cosy, 10-seater sandwich and sando shop where Chef Radhika Khandelwal brings the best of her creations to the city dwellers.
While the space and menu are compact, their sandos are loaded, juicy, and to die for. Highlights from the roster include kun tofu fighting sandwich, the stand bahn mi, and the fly me to the moon sandwich.
Address: S 8, Chandan Market, Block S, Greater Kailash II, Greater Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi 110048
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