• HOME»
  • foodie»
  • Qavalli Nights and Delectable Cuisine: Delhi’s Newly Launched Restaurant is EVERYTHING

Qavalli Nights and Delectable Cuisine: Delhi’s Newly Launched Restaurant is EVERYTHING

Qavalli’s new Epicuria outpost offers a blend of Mughal-inspired grandeur, exquisite cuisine, and vibrant qawwali performances. Chef Siraj Ul Haq’s menu features rich North Indian flavors, from indulgent starters to hearty mains and signature cocktails. With 'Qavalli Nights' every week, the ambience transports diners to a nostalgic 'mehfil' experience.

Advertisement
Qavalli Nights and Delectable Cuisine: Delhi’s Newly Launched Restaurant is EVERYTHING

Let me begin by saying this—I never imagined a qawwali performance could feel like a live Coldplay concert. But that’s exactly the experience the Niazi Nizami brothers created at Qavalli’s new location in Epicuria. By the time they launched into Damadam Mast Qalandar, the entire space was alive—diners were clapping, dancing, and momentarily forgetting they had come here for a meal.

Success at Worldmark Aerocity was only the beginning. Qavalli has finally added a much-needed dramatic flair to the location at Epicuria, bringing in the signature magic that has become its hallmark. From the moment you step inside, the interiors grab your attention. Grand arches, intricate jaali work, and an aesthetic reminiscent of a Bhansali film set-the space so aptly combines Mughal-inspired grandeur with modern elegance while intimate private dining nooks offer just the right amount of exclusivity.

Heaven for Foodies

While the live qawwali performances steal the spotlight, the food remains the soul of Qavalli’s charm. The evening begins with a quintessential North Indian Dahi Puri amuse-bouche, setting the stage for a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian starters. Chef Siraj Ul Haq’s expertise shines through, ensuring that every dish is executed flawlessly.

Among the vegetarian options, Khushk Akhrot Ki Ashrafiyan, a mix of yam, lotus stem, and banana served with a walnut chutney, is absolute delight. Creamy, spicy, and well-balanced, it pairs beautifully with the Dhuandhaar Khumb, a confit King oyster mushroom dish in a rich chili sauce. But it’s the non-vegetarian starters that really showcase Siraj’s true culinary artistry. The standout is Batakh Ki Shami, with ground confit duck leg spiced with pistachio, orange, and mint—so irresistible that I went back for seconds, which is rare for me. Meat lovers can also indulge in Nawab’s Galawat Kebab, Alamgiri Chicken Tikka, and Murgh Babri Seekh Kebab.

Qavalli

Qavalli

The main courses offer the very indulgent rich slow-cooked Haleem which is a centuries-old staple on Hyderabad’s cuisine, followed closely by Danedar Gosht Korma and Lahori Achari Murgh, ideally to be ordered with one of the restaurant’s “forgotten breads,” of which include Zaffrani Baqarkhani, Zaatar Naan, Naan-e-Nemat, and the truly spectacular-looking Warqi Parantha, sporting a silver layer of warq.

Qavalli

Signature Cocktails and Desserts

For dessert lovers, Qavalli doesn’t hold back. Shahi Mewa Tukda is nothing short of decadent—deep-fried bread soaked in syrup and layered with creamy rabri. It is that kind of indulgence which stays in the mind long after the meal.

The feast is complemented by an array of signature cocktails that elevate the experience. While the bar offers a variety of libations, the “signature cocktails” section is where the magic truly lies. Sip on Begum Jaan, a drink as refined as its name, or try Banarsi, which encapsulates the vibrancy of India’s cultural heartland in a single glass. Other crowd favorites include Mallika Jaan and Tajdaar, each crafted to enhance the celebratory spirit.

Signature Cocktails

Signature Cocktails

The True Essence of Qavalli

It is not the exquisite food, luxurious cocktails, or breathtaking décor that makes Qavalli so special. The atmosphere it creates is what sets it apart. Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, Qavalli Nights bring the nostalgic charm of mehfils to life. The music fills the air, the energy is infectious, and for a few hours, you feel transported to another era.

By the end of the night, you might leave with a full belly and a melody still playing in your head—just as I did.

Cost for Two: INR 3000