5 Best Cafes in Lucknow
Updated 17 September 2026 · 44 cafes in Lucknow considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists the top five cafes in Lucknow based on Google ratings and over 300 reviews. We ranked 44 qualifying businesses to find the best spots for coffee, casual dining, and evening hangouts. Whether you need a quiet place to work, a late-night pizza spot, or a cozy café for friends, this list helps you find the right location. All entries are selected by weighted ratings across the city.
#1
CHACOCO
★ 4.8 (1,233 Google reviews)Cafe
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CHACOCO in Gomti Nagar offers a beautiful, cozy, and aesthetic ambience with indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers praise the excellent coffee, noting it as a standout item. The menu features variety in teas, coffees, and brews. Dishes like the Arrabbiata pasta, Alfredo pasta, and Banana Walnut Slice are highlighted as tasty and fresh. Regulars mention the impressive selection of drinks, including the Summertime Madness. The cafe is wheelchair-accessible and operates daily, closing at 11 pm on most days.
Best for: Great coffee and cozy vibes
- Address
- B4/186, opp. LDA Market, near CMS SCHOOL, Vishal Khand - 4, Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226010
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon 11 am–11 pm; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 8 am–11 pm; Thu 11 am–11 pm; Tue 11 am–11 pm; Wed 12–11 pm
#2
Zolocrust
★ 4.8 (683 Google reviews)Restaurant
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Zolocrust in Hazratganj is an open 24-hour restaurant known for its amazing pizzeria. Reviewers frequently recommend the vegetarian options, specifically the Amazon and Margherita pizzas. Service is described as top-notch, with staff members noted for being understanding and helpful. The venue offers outdoor seating, vegan options, and free parking. While some note the pricing is on the higher side, the quality of food and service remains a consistent highlight for those visiting late at night or early morning.
Best for: 24-hour pizza and service
- Address
- 8, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Narpatkhera, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001
- Hours
- Fri Open 24 hours; Mon 12–6 am, 6 pm–12 am; Sat Open 24 hours; Sun Open 24 hours; Thu Open 24 hours; Tue Open 24 hours; Wed Open 24 hours
#3
COFFEA Cafe in Gomti Nagar Lucknow
★ 4.8 (650 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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COFFEA Cafe in Gomti Nagar provides a calm and modern atmosphere suitable for working on a laptop or casual hangouts. Reviewers describe the coffee as excellent with rich flavor and beautifully brewed. The White Mocha Latte is suggested as a best experience in the locality. Snacks are noted as always fresh and tasty. The location features wheelchair-accessible entrances, seating, and toilets. While some mention improvements needed for food taste or wait times, the overall vibe is considered cozy and refreshing.
Best for: Coffee and laptop work
- Address
- 3/289, Vivek Khand 3, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226010
- Hours
- daily 10 am–11 pm
#4
Coffea Indira Nagar
★ 4.8 (497 Google reviews)Coffee shop₹200–400 per person
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Coffea Indira Nagar is a casual coffee shop located near the Indira Nagar metro station with prices between ₹200–400. Reviewers enjoy the cold coffee with ice cream, describing it as delicious and refreshing. The Namak Shamak fries and choco chip shake are rated highly for their flavor. A unique feature is the billiards table, adding fun to the peaceful and calm vibe. The space offers Wi-Fi, gender-neutral toilets, and is suitable for solo dining or working.
Best for: Great coffee and billiards
- Address
- C-164, Aravali Marg, Block D, Indira Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226016
- Hours
- daily 10 am–11 pm
#5
Vito's Pizzeria Restaurant and Caffe Lucknow
★ 4.7 (2,316 Google reviews)Italian restaurant₹400–1,400 per person
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Vito's Pizzeria Restaurant and Caffe in Hazratganj serves authentic Italian cuisine in an upmarket, cozy, and trendy setting. Reviewers praise the incredible pizzas, including the Queen Margherita with artichoke and sundried tomato toppings. Other popular items include Peri Peri French fries, Gnocchi, and Spinach and Ricotta cannelloni pasta. The venue offers great dessert options and table service. While some recent visits noted food taste issues, many still consider it a must-visit for pizza lovers seeking warm atmosphere and polite staff.
Best for: Authentic Italian pizza
- Address
- Ground Floor, Vito's Pizzeria Restaurant and Caffe Lucknow, SAS House, beside Milkshake &Co, 36 kha, Sapru Marg, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001
- Hours
- Fri 1 pm–12 am; Mon 1 pm–12 am; Sat 1 pm–1 am; Sun 1 pm–1 am; Thu 1 pm–12 am; Tue 1 pm–12 am; Wed 1 pm–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 44 cafes in Lucknow with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. 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 17 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Coffea Indira Nagar and Vito's Pizzeria Restaurant and Caffe Lucknow take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Zolocrust is listed as open 24 hours, so it works for a very early or very late visit.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
CHACOCO ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,233 reviews. Zolocrust is second at 4.8 from 683 reviews.
Which cafes in Lucknow are open late?
Zolocrust is listed as open 24 hours. Vito's Pizzeria Restaurant and Caffe Lucknow stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Coffea Indira Nagar ₹200–400; Vito's Pizzeria Restaurant and Caffe Lucknow ₹400–1,400. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Zolocrust, Coffea Indira Nagar and Vito's Pizzeria Restaurant and Caffe Lucknow.
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