Experience Exotic Dining at Imperial India

Opened in 1931, the Imperial Hotel is not only one of Asia's greatest hotels but also the witness to the birth of the capital city of New Delhi. Its marvelous mélange of Victorian, colonial and art deco styles stands out even after more than 7 decades and offers each guests the magic experience of capturing a piece of history. India's greatest personalities have walked the corridors of the hotel and shared most daring ideas over a cup of tea in its restaurant and lounges.

The Imperial Hotel in Delhi prides itself in being more than just another deluxe hotel that impresses by state of the art facilities, its is proud to be a hotel that shines through its glorious past, character, elegance and the amazing world that it unveils to all its guests.

At Imperial Hotel in Delhi dinning is one of the major points of attraction. From the exquisite French and Italian cuisine to the flavored and spicy South East Asian cuisine the indoor and outdoor restaurants at the Imperial Hotel offer its guests the perfect dinning experience in a fantastic ambience topped by an impeccable service.

The 1911 Bar with its impressive collection of wine, liquors and spirits, The Atrium with its high domed ceiling creating a perfect atmosphere for the traditional English afternoon tea and the famous Daniel's Tavern where you can enjoy food surrounded by the original works of Thomas and William Daniell are among the favorite meeting spots in Delhi.

Imperial Hotel comes with a unique proposition to the vibrant nightlife in Delhi priding itself in multi award winning restaurants, bars, brasserie, verandah lounge, to suit anyone's taste, perfect places to relax and enjoy friend's company after a tiring day.

Spice Route
Heralded as one of the top ten restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveler, The Spice Route - serving Southeast Asian cuisine, has been designed to reflect the journey of spices from the Malabar Coast in Kerala through Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Indonesia to Thailand and Vietnam. The Restaurant is an overwhelming visual depiction of the art and culture that travelled through these regions.

1911
1911, is a landmark year in the history of New Delhi when it was declared the Capital of India by King George V. 1911 pays a tribute to this historic milestone and is a celebration of aesthetics with rich interiors, cuisine showcasing the melting pot culture of Delhi and service that is truly a reflection of Imperial India. 1911 is spread over three areas, 1911 Brasserie, the bar and the verandah lounge, overlooking The Imperial lawns.

1911 La Brasserie
1911 Brasserie offers trendy and stylish French cuisine for dinner.

Exquisite table linen from the House of Porthault, Paris, specially designed crockery, candles, glassware, flower arrangements and chic wooden platters complement the excellent food. Wines have been exclusively selected for The Imperial by experts in Europe and the New World.

1911 Bar
Set in tones of rich mahogany and dictated by the elegance of art deco, 1911 Bar is a reflection of taste and understated grandeur. Soft Montana leather chairs, period portraiture, stained glass roof and wood panelling add an element of high gloss to the Bar. It boasts two stunning private rooms, called the 'Hardinge Room' and the 'Lutyens & Baker Room.' 1911 Bar offers over 500 varieties of beverages with lounge and club music playing to your mood.

San Gimignano
The Imperial's Italian specialty restaurant takes inspiration from the medieval town of beautiful towers called San Gimignano in Tuscany. It offers a delectable fare and boasts a premium selection of Italian wines and grappa, including San Gimignano's very own 'Vernaccia di San Gimignano.' The restaurant leads into a terrace courtyard called Paradiso DiVino.

Daniell's Tavern
In 1786 Thomas and William Daniell arrived in India to paint the unrivalled scenery and architecture of Hindostan. Daniell's Tavern relives the journey of the Daniells and traces Thomas and William Daniell's footsteps on a gastronomic journey through each of the places they visited. Interestingly, some of the recipes have been taken out of the diaries of the Daniells. The pan-Indian restaurant showcases original lithographs by the Daniells.

Patiala Peg
Patiala Peg, one of the most popular bars in Delhi lives up to its name, which indicates larger measure of 75 ml pegs instead of the usual 60 ml. As the legend goes, the Bar commemorates an exciting tent pegging encounter that took place in the early 1900s between the Viceroy's team and the team of the Maharaja of Patiala. The Bar has a remarkable collection of photographs of the Maharaja of Patiala during the Second World War.

La Baguette
La Baguette, the picturesque pastry shop overlooking the lawns, tempts the inveterate sweet tooth with its enviable repertoire. Presenting an interesting and wide range of gateaux, breads, chocolate, sunrise and teatime eats and patisseries, La Baguette promises to ensnare the taste buds of the discerning savant. The Imperial's bakery team has been trained by world famous Michelin star chefs of the likes of Chef Gerard de Tomasi and Chef Jean Luc Vila.

The Atrium
The Atrium with its high-domed ceiling, tropical surroundings and humming fountain creates just the right atmosphere for a meeting of any kind. Tea time is a ritual at The Atrium. Morning tea comes with an array of cakes and patisseries, while the traditional English afternoon tea is a divine interlude.

The Atrium is a perfect place to unwind, no matter the purpose or plan!
 

Imperial Banquets and Meetings
Perhaps the most famous gathering places of the British and Indian high society, the Imperial Hotel in Delhi has retained its old charm and private atmosphere. At the Imperial Hotel the likes of Nehru, Gandhi, Jinnah or Lord Mountbatten made history. Till today the hotel is the preferred choice for those who seek state of the art facilities, serene surroundings and discreet and prompt services for their most important events. The Royal Ballroom can accommodate up to 500 guests auditorium style, whereas for the exclusive meetings, the hotel can put at the disposal of its distinguished guests 3 rooms that can accommodate 20 to 50 people each.

Business Centre, Separate Executive Floor, Executive Lounge, Banquet & Conference facilities, Secretarial services and a central location constitute the ideal venue for top end meetings, business conferences and high class events.

The Royal Ballroom
Probably the only authentic ballroom remaining in India with a spring floor that reduces noise levels, the Royal Ballroom evokes the splendor of Lords and Ladies bowing and courtesying, before they swirled across the floor to the strains of waltz. This is where the distinguished guests amused themselves when the Hotel was opened in 1931 and this is the room where the first grand Ball was held in the presence of Lord Willingdon.

Emily Eden and Hodges Rooms
For corporate events, the Hotel offers luxurious and well appointed Emily Eden and Hodges rooms with an impeccable setting, ideal for a conference of 20 to 50 guests. State-of-the art sound system makes these venues a preferred choice for closed-door meetings, private get-togethers and small dinner events.