New Delhi, October 13, 2017 –TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site from reviews to bookings, today announced the winners of its Travellers' Choice® awards for the best fine dining restaurants in India and around the world.
This year’s awards recognize nearly 400 fine dining restaurants, including the Top 25 in the World, plus dedicated lists for Asia, Europe, India, Canada, Mexico, Australia, South America, South Pacific, the U.K. and the U.S. Award winners were determined using an algorithm that took into account the quantity and quality of reviews for restaurants around the world, gathered over a 12-month period.
“Food is an integral part of Indian culture and the diversity of Indian cuisines makes it a foodies’ paradise. This year’s Travellers’ Choice restaurants around the world and in India will make you reach out for your passport and carry your appetite with you whilst you taste your way across new lands” said Nikhil Ganju, Country Manager, TripAdvisor India.
Top 10 Restaurants in India:
Known for showcasing innovative cuisine by complementing Indian flavors with global ingredients and techniques, Indian Accent has been a consistent favorite.“Deserves the title of ‘best restaurant in India’. Truly a wonderful meal - technically excellent and innovative food” commented a TripAdvisor reviewer.
2. Chingari, Pune:
An ideal place to explore the exotic flavours of North India, Chingari has maintained its old world charm and elegance over the years with distinctive tastes from Lucknow being their speciality. A TripAdvisor reviewer commented “We truly enjoyed our meal here and the ambience is totally different from any of the rooftop restaurants. Superb!”
This 18th century Dutch manor was carefully restored into the beautiful restaurant it stands as today.It is inspired Trivandrum’s culinary history and combines traditional cuisine with contemporary style.
“A fine dining experience, indeed! No wonder this restaurant has its place among the top 10 in India”commented a TripAdvisor reviewer
4. K3 Restaurant JW Marriott, New Delhi
An all-day multi-cuisine restaurant, K3 features various live kitchens counters that present the best in cuisines from across the globe. “Best culinary food available with hearty smiles” commented a TripAdvisor reviewer.
5. Tamra, New Delhi:
Offering a blend of modern culinary styles, the restaurant is inspired from the early ages of culinary evolution, when copper (tamra) vessels were used to create delectable dishes.A TripAdvisor reviewer commented “Excellent food and amazing hospitality.”
6. The Black Sheep Bistro, Panjim
One of Goa’s premier restaurants, it serves globally inspired cuisine with locally sourced, seasonal produce along with some fabulous cocktails. “Fusion food is in fashion now but very few actually do it right. These guys have got it spot on. Nice interiors, good service, great food and one of the very few restaurants in Goa with such a wide collection of wines” commented a TripAdvisor reviewer.
A unique concept, the restaurant offers a sophisticated yet totally ethnic experience where the kitchen is part of the restaurant. A TripAdvisor reviewercommented “This is arguably among the best restaurants for Indian food.”
The romance of the rugged North West Frontier comes alive at this authentic, award winning restaurant that recreates the charm of the traditional clay oven or tandoor with its delicious menu,making it a landmark dining destination in New Delhi. “One of the best restaurants I have ever been to. The food was unbelievably delicious and loved all the dishes” commented a TripAdvisor reviewer.
The Sea Lounge is where one can sit by the window and take in the gleaming seascape of the maximum city. It is Taj Mahal hotel’s best-looking restaurant offering a great view of the Arabian Sea and the Gateway of India. “Beautiful setting, white tablecloths, fine china, and professional, attentive service, this dining room is truly elegant.” commented a TripAdvisor reviewer
Occupying a 100-year-old building revamped by two French architects, Villa Shanti puts an exquisitely contemporary twist on the French Quarter heritage hotel where the sunken courtyard houses a hugely popular restaurant and bar. A TripAdvisor reviewer commented “Oodles of character and crisp service. The barracuda grill was mind-blowing and so was the ambience.”
