Head To These Sustainable Dining Restaurants For An Earth-Friendly Valentine’s Day In Delhi NCR

What can be more romantic than a planet-friendly sustainable dining experience to treat your bae to this Valentine’s day? The concept of reducing one’s carbon footprint and eating clean is big across all demographics these days. The shift towards living an eco-friendly lifestyle is catching on, so we have rounded up a list of cafes and restaurants in Delhi NCR you can check out for your valentines date.

Fire - The Park, New Delhi

One of the first sustainable dining-centric restaurants in India, of its scale, has a dedicated focus on organic local produce. 80% of the ingredients are organic or bought from traceable sources. These include fresh fish from the sea, meats from best practice farms, grains and local vegetables.

Cost for two: ₹ 2000

Must-haves: Gosht ki Biryani, Laccha Chaulai Saag and Cherry Potato with Jakhia Tadka, Signature Tawa Chicken, Bombil Fry.

Greenr Café, 32nd Milestone, Gurgaon

A very popular choice with its extensive vegan food menu and amazing range of coffees. All materials used here are biodegradable and all ingredients are locally scoured and organic. The airy ambiance with loads of natural light paired with the industrial décor and cozy spots with books make this the ideal romantic hangout space.

Cost for two:  ₹ 1000

Must-haves: Athens Spinach Pizza, Shroom Ball Spaghetti, Baja Blackbean Bowl, Chocolate Ganache, Himalayan Tofu Amaranth Burger.

For Earth's Sake, Galleria Market, Gurgaon

The country’s first zero-waste café. Targeted at reducing consumption of plastic and finding sustainable alternatives. They are known for their phenomenal coffees, sourced from various estates in the country which pair perfectly with their healthy bakery items. A variety of items like stationery, toiletry items, metal straws and other everyday items can be purchased as part of their retail selection.

Cost for two: ₹ 500

Must-haves: Eggless Banana Chocolate Cake, Herbed Cream Cheese Bagel Sandwich, Iced Chocolate, Charred Mushroom With Bean Pate

AnnaMaya, Andaz Delhi, Aerocity

Based on the concept of a European Foodhall serving modern cuisine with Indian sourced indigenous ingredients. With the ethos of mindful eating and consumption and awareness of artisanal produce, they are all set to uplift local ingredient producers and educate today's consumers. There are plenty of ingredients and freshly baked items available in their retail section as well.

Cost for two: ₹ 2500

Must-haves: Nalli Nehari, Raw Mango Prawns Curry, Gulnaar Kofta, Country Side Sourdough Loaf

Navdanya Organic Slow Food Café, Dilli Haat

They serve locally sourced only organic food. A great option for clean eating on a budget, Amidst the greenery and culturally rich setting of Dilli Haat makes this a quirky option for an unconventional date. The café is part of Navdnaya, an NGO tackling our country’s agricultural issues.

Cost for two: ₹ 450

Must-haves: Jhangora Kheer, Sattu paratha, Sarson Ka Saag.

Getafix, Cross Point Mall, Gurgaon

This colorful cafe celebrates the concept of mindful eating and guilt-free indulgence, using premium local ingredients & alternative cooking styles such as air frying, grilling and baking, along with serving fresh slow pressed juices & smoothies and plenty of vegan options on their menu to choose from.

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

Must-haves: Vegan Carrot Cake, Philly Dilli Chicken Cheese Sandwich, Baked Nachos with Hass Avo Guacamole, Peri Peri Pizza, Superfood Quinoa & Amaranth Burger.