Do you sometimes feel lost in the daily hustle-bustle of your busy life? We do too. Which is exactly why it’s important to unwind all by yourself from time to time! And there is no better way to unwind by yourself other than getting lost in the world of fiction and a frothy cup of coffee! We have curated a list of the best book cafes in Gurgaon, for when you are seeking some alone time!
Olly
Olive’s All Day Cafe is located in the heart of the city. A neighborhood café with young, fresh and positive vibes is bound to tempt you into walking in the café with a good book which you can enjoy over a cup of coffee and delicious, hearty food. The menu of Olly is majorly inspired by the Australian cafés and is all about the taste, from artisanal coffee, fresh salads, bespoke drinks, sandwiches, hand rolled pizzas and pasta, to meals in a bowl and tacos! If you visit this café once, it will soon become your home away from home as it provides a respite from the madness of everyday city life. The afternoons are the best time to visit Olly and take a break with a book and iced coffee or even a cocktail if you are in the mood for it. Olly is an absolute hit with the millennials and you must visit if you are looking to spend some time by yourself.
Recommended Dishes- French Toast, Iced Coffee, Nutella Iced Mocha with Toasted Marshmallow, Lamb Chops, Prawns Pil Pil, New School Porridge, Korean Chicken Bowl and Scrambled Eggs.
Address: Shop #101 Near Building #8 . CyberHub, DLF Phase 2, Gurugram, Haryana 122002
Timing: Sunday – Saturday: 11:30AM – 12:00AM
Contact: 081308 38811
Another Fine Day- Café and Reading Room
This quaint café, is the perfect place to curl up with a good book and block out the rest of the world. You can take your own book or grab one from their updated shelf huge collection. A steaming cuppa of coffee, some soothing music, and the polite staff make this café an ideal spot for spending the day by yourself. This café is known for its great coffee, all-day breakfast, books, and some fun board games. Whether you are looking to spend all day or just a few short hours, you will love the homely ambiance of this place. You can find some scrumptious-bites from their versatile menu from fresh citrus salads to Italian, Continental, Mexican and American. They have healthier options available too such as banana pancakes and waffles with muesli and fresh fruits! If your boss is not around, work out of this café as their offer free Wi-Fi. If you love books, amazing coffee, and good food, then this café is a must visit for you. Best time to visit this is in wintery mornings when the sun filters in beautifully through the windows.
Recommended Dishes- American Pancakes and Waffles, Masala Chai, Chocolate Shake, Tiramisu, Minestrone Soup.
Address: Ground Floor, MPD Tower, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 5, Sector 43, Gurugram, Haryana 122002
Timing: Sunday-Saturday: 10:00AM – 11:00PM
Contact: 0124 438 6155
Cafe Wanderlust
When you step into a café like Café Wanderlust, you don’t just step in for the good food you step in to make a serious connection with your surroundings. A laid-back café with beach shack vibes, it is easy to get lost in the world of fiction (or non-fiction) while sipping on some delicious coffee. This café may be a little hard to find, but once you pay a visit here, you will keep going back. The theme of this café is travel and is very well expressed through photographs from all over the world on the walls. Café Wanderlust is true to its name and is full of travel books, and if you are a travel enthusiast you can spend hours here without anyone disturbing you. Further, the music selection of this café is just amazing and old school from Michael Jackson to Kishore Kumar. The noteworthy thing about this café is the menu. The menu is truly special as the owners have chosen one popular dish from each state of India. If you are someone who loves to indulge in a hearty breakfast, then you must go here!
Recommended Dishes- Nutella and Banana Crepe, Jodhpuri Mirchi Vada, Kanpur’s Desi Adrak Chai.
Address: SF 53-54, First Floor, DLF Galleria, DLF Galleria Road, Above Archies Gallery, Gurugram, Haryana 122009
Timing: Sunday-Saturday: 09:30AM – 10:30PM
Contact: 096432 06207
C’est La Vie Cafe
Opened earlier this year, C’est La Vie Café is a relaxed and laid-back café and is a must visit when you just want to get lost in the world of fiction. Located right next to Nirvana Courtyard, is the perfect place to spend your day with a good book, food, and some amazing coffee! This place opens sharp at 8 a.m. for breakfast and is usually packed at this time. This café is ideal to sit in a cozy corner, reading your favorite book along with some good coffee. Perfect place for you to unwind after a busy day at work or a hectic working weekend. The food on the menu ranges from many different cuisines along with a variety of refreshing drinks, C’est La Vie Café is also perfect for date night with your better half or even your BFF. The graffiti wall adds a bit of a boho touch to the place. C’est La Vie’s coffee is very famous as it is said to have a distinctive flavor to it. They have also tied up with Blue Tokai Coffee.
Recommended Dishes- Broccoli Soup, Pesto Pasta, Fresh Strawberry Smoothie, and Baked Cheesecake.
Address: SF 53-54, First Floor, DLF Galleria, DLF Galleria Road, Above Archies Gallery, Gurugram, Haryana 122009
Timing: Sunday-Saturday: 08:00AM – 10:00PM
Contact: 0124 405 1699
