5 Underrated Cafes in Hazratganj, Lucknow Worth Trying

This PageNearby guide is for anyone looking beyond the usual busy cafe names in Hazratganj. The list keeps to places with a Google rating of 4.4 or higher and fewer than 400 reviews, so it points to smaller or less-discussed options that still have strong public feedback. Seven qualifying businesses were considered, and these five are listed in the decided ranked order. Expect practical details on timings, price range where available, and what reviewers commonly mention.

The list at a glance

  1. 1DunDun Cafe★ 4.9 · 259 reviews
  2. 2Farzi Engineer's Cafe★ 4.9 · 60 reviews · ₹1–200
  3. 3Caffeine culture★ 4.8 · 104 reviews
  4. 4Evora Cafe Bistro★ 4.7 · 90 reviews · ₹400–1,600
  5. 5URBAN SMOKY CAFE & Finedine Restaurant★ 4.6 · 367 reviews · ₹200–1,000
#1

DunDun Cafe

★ 4.9 (259 Google reviews)Cafe

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DunDun Cafe is rated 4.9 from 259 Google reviews and is open daily from 8 am to 11:30 pm. Reviewers mention fresh, delicious food, good snacks and strong coffee, with iced latte also coming up in feedback. The ambience is described as relaxing and suitable for chilling with friends or family. Several reviews also point to reasonable pricing, though an official price range is not listed.

Best for: Coffee and casual meetups
Address
UGF-09, DunDun Cafe, Harsh Plaza, Mira Bai Marg, near Narhai, Narhi, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001
Hours
daily 8 am–11:30 pm
#2

Farzi Engineer's Cafe

★ 4.9 (60 Google reviews)Cafe₹1–200 per person

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Farzi Engineer's Cafe is a budget-friendly cafe rated 4.9 from 60 reviews, with a listed price range of ₹1–200. It is open daily from 9 am to 9 pm and offers delivery, takeaway and dine-in. Google highlights include great coffee, great dessert, great tea selection, quick bites, small plates and meals from breakfast to dinner. Reviewers mention edible tea, veg thali, Chinese combo, veg biryani and clean surroundings.

Best for: Budget meals and tea
Address
66, Halwasiya Ct Rd, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001
Hours
daily 9 am–9 pm
#3

Caffeine culture

★ 4.8 (104 Google reviews)Coffee shop

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Caffeine culture is a 24-hour coffee shop rated 4.8 from 104 Google reviews. Located on Shahnajaf Road in the church building area of Hazratganj, it is often mentioned by reviewers as a tea stop. Feedback points to great tea, hot bun makkhan and a good atmosphere in a busy part of Hazratganj. Reviewers also mention that other items are available, making it useful for a quick break at any hour.

Best for: Tea and bun makkhan
Address
Shop no.1, Caffeine culture, church building, Shahnajaf Rd, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001
Hours
daily Open 24 hours
#4

Evora Cafe Bistro

★ 4.7 (90 Google reviews)Restaurant₹400–1,600 per person

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Evora Cafe Bistro is rated 4.7 from 90 reviews and is open daily from 11 am to 11:30 pm. The price range is listed as ₹400–1,600. Google attributes include outdoor seating, rooftop seating, live music, private dining room, alcohol, coffee, vegetarian options, vegan options and late-night food. Reviewers mention classy ambience, spacious seating, fresh food and good service, while one review also notes parking difficulty and disappointment with milk-based items.

Best for: Rooftop dining and groups
Address
3rd Floor, Evora Cafe Bistro, Shrawan Plaza, Sapru Marg, Prem Nagar, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001
Hours
daily 11 am–11:30 pm
#5

URBAN SMOKY CAFE & Finedine Restaurant

★ 4.6 (367 Google reviews)Hookah bar₹200–1,000 per person

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URBAN SMOKY CAFE & Finedine Restaurant is listed as a hookah bar, rated 4.6 from 367 reviews, with a price range of ₹200–1,000. It is open daily from 11 am to 12:30 am and supports delivery, takeaway and dine-in. Payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments, with free parking options listed. Reviewers mention good food, beverages, starters, music and a setting suited to small get-togethers or celebrations.

Best for: Small get-togethers
Address
Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Sushanpura, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001
Hours
daily 11 am–12:30 am

How we made this list

We looked at 7 cafes in Hazratganj, Lucknow 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?

DunDun Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 259 reviews. Farzi Engineer's Cafe is second at 4.9 from 60 reviews.

Which cafes in Hazratganj, Lucknow are open late?

Caffeine culture is listed as open 24 hours. URBAN SMOKY CAFE & Finedine Restaurant stays open until 12:30 am.

How much does it cost at these cafes?

Google lists these price ranges per person: Farzi Engineer's Cafe ₹1–200; Evora Cafe Bistro ₹400–1,600; URBAN SMOKY CAFE & Finedine Restaurant ₹200–1,000. The others do not list a price range.

Which of these have free parking?

Google lists free parking for Farzi Engineer's Cafe, Evora Cafe Bistro and URBAN SMOKY CAFE & Finedine Restaurant.

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