5 Underrated Cafes in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi Worth Trying

This PageNearby guide lists five underrated cafes in Lajpat Nagar for readers who want well-rated places that are still relatively low on review count. The order is fixed from the provided ranking. Each cafe here is rated 4.4 or higher on Google and has fewer than 400 reviews; 11 qualifying businesses were considered. Use it to shortlist cosy coffee stops, casual food spots, and laptop-friendly cafes around Lajpat Nagar without relying only on the busiest names.

The list at a glance

  1. 1The Hanubee Cafe★ 5 · 46 reviews
  2. 2BOOMBOX CAFE & RESTRO (Amar Colony)★ 4.9 · 79 reviews
  3. 3The Cheesy Story★ 4.8 · 320 reviews
  4. 4Third Wave Coffee★ 4.8 · 295 reviews
  5. 5Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters★ 4.8 · 133 reviews · ₹200–1,000
#1

The Hanubee Cafe

★ 5 (46 Google reviews)Cafe

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The Hanubee Cafe is a small cafe in Nirmal Colony, Lajpat Nagar 4, rated 5 from 46 Google reviews. Reviewers mention a cosy, comfortable ambience suited to relaxing or meeting friends. Food notes are positive, with mushroom pizza and veggie sandwich specifically mentioned as fresh, flavourful and nicely presented. It opens Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 9:30 pm and is closed on Monday. No price range or Google attributes are listed.

Best for: Cosy catch-ups
Address
Shop No. 6/47, The Hanubee Cafe, Ground floor, Nirmal Colony, Old Double Storey, Nirmal Colony, Block 6, Lajpat Nagar 4, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
Hours
Fri 10 am–9:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–9:30 pm; Sun 10 am–9:30 pm; Thu 10 am–9:30 pm; Tue 10 am–9:30 pm; Wed 10 am–9:30 pm
#2

BOOMBOX CAFE & RESTRO (Amar Colony)

★ 4.9 (79 Google reviews)Cafe

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BOOMBOX CAFE & RESTRO (Amar Colony) is a first-floor cafe in Amar Colony Market, rated 4.9 from 79 Google reviews. Reviewers mention pizzas, burgers and peach iced tea, along with an aesthetically pleasing setting and good overall experience. One review reports an undercooked chicken burger and sickness, so diners may want to be careful with meat orders. It is open daily from 11:30 am to 11:30 pm. No price range or Google attributes are listed.

Best for: Late casual meals
Address
1st floor, BOOMBOX CAFE & RESTRO (Amar Colony), Back Side Entry, C 4, Market, Main Market, Block C, Amar Colony, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
Hours
daily 11:30 am–11:30 pm
#3

The Cheesy Story

★ 4.8 (320 Google reviews)Cafe

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The Cheesy Story in Vinoba Puri, Lajpat Nagar II, is rated 4.8 from 320 Google reviews and opens daily from 11 am to 12 am. Reviewers mention fresh, flavourful food with generous portions, especially cheesy snacks, loaded fries, pasta, burgers and wraps. Regulars point to a warm, safe and comfortable vibe, with quick service and filling comfort food. No price range or Google attributes are listed, though one reviewer describes it as affordable.

Best for: Cheesy comfort food
Address
M 59, Shop, The Cheesy Story, Number 1, Vinoba Puri, Block M, Lajpat Nagar II, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
Hours
daily 11 am–12 am
#4

Third Wave Coffee

★ 4.8 (295 Google reviews)Cafe

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Third Wave Coffee in Block O, Lajpat Nagar II, is rated 4.8 from 295 Google reviews and opens daily from 8 am to 12 am. Reviewers mention excellent coffee, smooth pour-over, toffee nut latte and iced latte, along with fresh sourdough dishes. The ambience is described as cosy and inviting, making it useful for coffee-focused visits across the day. One review notes that service can be slow during peak time. No price range or Google attributes are listed.

Best for: Serious coffee breaks
Address
Ground Floor, Third Wave Coffee, Shop No. 0, 11/B, Block O, Lajpat Nagar II, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
Hours
daily 8 am–12 am
#5

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters

★ 4.8 (133 Google reviews)Coffee shop₹200–1,000 per person

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Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters in Block K, Lajpat Nagar II, is rated 4.8 from 133 Google reviews, with a listed price range of ₹200–1,000. It opens daily from 7 am to 11 pm. Google attributes include delivery, takeaway, dine-in, great coffee, great dessert, solo dining, laptop-friendly seating, small plates and free street parking. Reviewers mention frappe, croissant, vegan options with oat milk, moderate rates, hygiene and a quiet, cosy setting.

Best for: Coffee and laptop time
Address
Ground & 1st Floor, Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters | Lajpat Nagar, No K/96A, Block K, Lajpat Nagar II, Jal Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
Hours
daily 7 am–11 pm

How we made this list

We looked at 11 cafes in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 18 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?

The Hanubee Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 46 reviews. BOOMBOX CAFE & RESTRO (Amar Colony) is second at 4.9 from 79 reviews.

Which cafes in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi are open late?

The Cheesy Story stays open until 12 am; Third Wave Coffee stays open until 12 am.

How much does it cost at these cafes?

Google lists these price ranges per person: Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters ₹200–1,000. The others do not list a price range.

Which of these have free parking?

Google lists free parking for Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters.

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