The Johri Jaipur
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This luxurious boutique hotel is an oasis of calm in the heart of Jaipur’s bustling jeweller’s bazaar. The 19th century home-turned-hotel still holds onto the remnants of its past life, from stunning arches to lovingly restored murals. They have just five suites, which adds a layer of privacy to the already exclusive experience — it also helps that you’ll have full run of the courtyard and the intimate cocktail bar. It was launched by the same team behind the beautiful 28 Kothi, so we’re sure you’ll find a delightful dance of heritage and modernity here, too.
Chokhi Dhani
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Urbanaut
Chokhi Dhani is a luxury ethnic resort where you’ll instantly feel the tradition and ambience of Rajasthan and its heritage. We’re especially intrigued by the number of restaurants they have under their umbrella. Bindola is where to go for a folksy experience over continental and Indian cuisine; Aarogosa is a regal multi cuisine restaurant while Chandi Mahal serves up the finest cocktails and liquid courage in a Mughal setting.
Cafe Kothi
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Café Kothi is a neighbourhood café nestled in the aesthetically pleasing 28 Kothi. They serve a locally sourced, farm fresh vegetarian menu. They also have guilty treats and mouthwatering dishes for cheat days, and the gorgeous locale makes the experience all the better.
Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar
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Lovingly known as LMB to Jaipurites, Laxmi Mishthan Bhandar is a laidback and age-old hotel in Jaipur’s Johari Bazaar. It’s super well-known for its food, so don’t be surprised to see locals thronging — it’s a part of life for them. They have a wide variety of Rajasthani snacks and meals to choose from, including sumptuous chaats and stuffed-to-the-brim thaalis.
Niros Restaurant
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If you wanted local-approved spots to eat at in Jaipur, this is it. This long-standing establishment is much-loved by locals for both the relaxed atmosphere and the great food. It has cemented a place for itself in history — after all, it’s the Pink City’s first multi cuisine restaurant that launched way back in 1949. Today, the humble restaurant bests its competition constantly, not least because the owners are always ready to chat and charm.
Jaipur Modern Kitchen
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Akshat Ghiya
Global food kitchen, easy vibe, polite staff, attached to a lovely multi brand store.
Anokhi Café
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Krati Sharma
A cute cafe attached to the Anokhi store. Lovely salads and food in general. Healthy options and even great cakes.
Bombaye House
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Krati Sharma
Bombaye house is a cafe with a retro Mumbai cafe vibe. With waiters in Nehru caps and decor that takes you back in time, great South Indian and street food options, and good tea - this place is a cool spot to chill and have a good meal.
Akuri
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Krati Sharma
Old Bombay style Parsi cafe. Cute decor and good food to match.
Bar Palladio Jaipur
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Urbanaut
Bar Palladio seems to say with pizzazz: if Jaipur is pink, then I’ll add the blue. This spectacularly designed fine dining restaurant is Indian in appearance, Italian in palate and cosmopolitan in reach. You’ll find Edwardian influences rubbing shoulders with traditional block printing and exquisite murals hand painted by Vikas Soni. The menu features the classic Italian fare — spaghetti, minestrone and the likes — but it’s set apart by the quality of the ingredients, the handmade pasta and the beautiful plating. Given that Bar Palladio introduced Jaipur to the Italian aperitivo, you know what to order to complete your experience. Its daydream of a counterpart, on the other hand, is orange-hued Caffé Palladio. You’ll find Sicily on your plate and indeed in the air.
Curious Life Coffee Roasters: RED
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Urbanaut
The ethos of Curious Life is in the name: a curiosity for new coffee and a passion for freshly roasted beans over stale, watered-down espressos led founder Neeraj down a new road. The roasters and café source coffee directly from estates and small farmers across India and Africa. They use state-of-the-art machinery to bring freshly brewed coffee to your table, depending on your preferred profile. Try the pita pockets or play it safe with a Nutella waffle for some sweet to go with the bitter.
White Sage
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Urbanaut
White Sage is sustainable and mindful in its approach to food, sourcing the best ingredients from local farms and serving only fair trade coffee. This conscious choice extends to their interiors as well, where placemats are vegan leather and art is sourced from local galleries. As for the food, you’ll find some very unique options — sushi and ramen run shoulders with appam and salads. The vibe, overall, is warm and welcoming.
Tapri Ashram
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Urbanaut
Tapri is a beloved local tea house (they also own the LADU store which is in their other location - Tapri central). This is a cute cafe with a really nice outdoor area as well - perfect for when the weather gets better and to rest your feet during a long day of shopping and sight seeing.
The Night Jar
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Krati Sharma
A gorgeous and lively rooftop restaurant that takes you away from the city hustle into a whimsical futuristic space with plants all around. It's like a large scale green house inside a hotel with beautiful ambience and live music and good crowd.
Dzurt Patisserie and Cafè
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Dzurt is Jaipur’s first patisserie, a French culinary reprieve in the heart of the Pink City. It’s helmed by Chef Tejasvi Chandela, who marries her Le Cordon Bleu education and love for comfort food to create delicious desserts. Aside from the usual suspects — think macaroons, cheesecake and Devil’s Food cake — the patisserie also creates seasonal desserts from fresh produce sourced locally. With the menu and the chic atmosphere to boot, you’ll wonder whether you’ve landed in Paris after all.
Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
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Urbanaut
If, when thinking of Jaipur, you envision proud pillared edifices with stately arches and lattices windows, Rambagh Palace comes wonderfully close to representing that. The luxury heritage hotel, under the wing of the Taj Group, is set in an eponymous converted palace that dates back to 1835. It took on many forms through history, from being a royal guesthouse and hunting lodge to becoming the residence of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II and Maharani Gayatri Devi. It’s even hosted the likes of Prince Charles and Jackie Kennedy. Naturally, staying in one of the 78 rooms and suites in the palace, we dare say you’ll feel like royalty for the duration of your stay. It’s a cliché, but it’s true.
Hotel Diggi Palace
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Spread across an expansive 18 acres of manicured land and gardens, the Diggi Palace reflects Jaipur’s culture and deep-rooted history. The rooms at this heritage hotel still retain the charm and details of its golden years. They also host a number of events and cultural tours that’ll add flavour to your stay.
Rajmahal Palace RAAS Jaipur
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One of the oldest private palaces in Jaipur, Rajmahal was built as a retreat for HH Sawai Jai Singh 11’s wife Chandra Kanwar Ranawat. It’s situated in lush green gardens and still holding on to the regal charm of Jaipur’s bygone years. There’s nothing understated about the palace, from the vibrant wallpaper to the personal possessions that belonged to the Royal family still holding court. There are just 14 rooms and suites; relax there, head to the Polo Bar for cocktails, or relax by the pool.
The Art Ghar
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This tasteful space is an art studio and homestay set in a 50-year old restore bungalow. Their eight rooms are each themed differently, art plays a role in every corner and their workshops and studio space are great if you’re looking for alternative things to do. It’s an especially lovely place to go to with kids. The staff are warm and helpful and your little one will be well taken care of and creatively occupied!
Half Light Coffee Roasters
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Urbanaut
Amazing coffee shop and cafe with high-quality coffee.
Shikaar Bagh - Restaurant and Bar
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While many are taken by the stylish Bar Palladio next door in the same hotel, don’t underestimate Shikaar Bagh. An inviting open air courtyard, great Indian food, and the good service make this a lovely option for dinner - after you’ve had a few drinks at Bar Palladio.
Cafe Quaint
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Even if you’re visiting Jawahar Kala Kendra (although you’d be missing out), the aptly named Quaint Cafe within the premises is worth a visit. Tuck in to waffles, pancakes, good coffee, and some great sandwiches (they bake their own bread) in their charming outdoor area.