Tucked away in Delhi’s culinary maze, Bukhara channels the spirit of India’s Northwest Frontier through a single, cavernous tandoor. Clay ovens hiss as marinated rock-salt salmon, blackened lentils and hand-stretched breads emerge, releasing a perfume that has lured presidents, pop stars and backpackers for decades. Here, recipes older than the nation itself are guarded like state secrets, yet served with the unceremonious flair that defines Indian hospitality.
ITC MAURYA, Sardar Patel Marg, Akhaura Block, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110021, India
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Bukhara, the flagship North-West Frontier restaurant at ITC Maurya, continues to justify its 4.5-star aura with theatrically rustic décor and clay-oven staples—think juicy, coriander-crusted tandoori pomfret and the legendary dal Bukhara that simmers overnight on charcoal—served on chunky wooden boards without cutlery, just the way regulars like it.
| Sunday | 12:30–3 PM, 7 PM–12 AM |
| Monday | 12:30–3 PM, 7 PM–12 AM |
| Tuesday | 12:30–3 PM, 7 PM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12:30–3 PM, 7 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 12:30–3 PM, 7 PM–12 AM |
| Friday | 12:30–3 PM, 7 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 12:30–3 PM, 7 PM–12 AM |
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Where exactly is Bukhara located in New Delhi?
Bukhara sits inside ITC Maurya on Sardar Patel Marg, in the Diplomatic Enclave of Chanakyapuri, making it one of the most centrally positioned fine-dining restaurants in the capital.
What cuisine does Bukhara specialize in?
The menu celebrates North-West Frontier traditions, so expect dal Bukhara slow-cooked overnight, tandoori meats hung on skewers, and naans as large as the plate, all prepared in the restaurant’s visible clay ovens.
Do I need a reservation, and how far ahead?
A 4.5-star rating and limited seating mean weekend tables are often booked seven to ten days in advance, while weekday lunches can usually be secured with 48 hours’ notice.
Is there a dress code or any dining etiquette I should know?
Although the atmosphere is rustic and relaxed, collared shirts or elegant casual wear are appreciated, and the shared-platter style encourages diners to tear bread and use fingers, just as they would along the old Grand Trunk Road.
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