
Old delhi
Quick info
About Old delhi
On Blagreaves Lane in Derby, Old Delhi is an Indian sweets shop covering both sweet boxes and street food style plates. Chole bhature, samosa chaat, and aloo tikki chaat sit alongside cheese naan and lamb saag, while the sweets counter offers gulab jamun and assorted boxes, made without eggs as confirmed by staff. It operates on a walk-in basis, with phone orders also taken for pickup on arrival, and card payment is accepted. Table chairs are set up for those who want to eat in, though most orders go out as takeaway, and a wait for food served hot is part of the routine. For events such as weddings, sweets can be ordered in bulk boxes, with delivery arranged the day before.
Good to know
“Discover the Flavors of India at OLD DELHI At OLD DELHI, we bring the vibrant and diverse tastes of India to your palate. Our menu features an array of authentic Indian sweets and street foods that promise to transport you straight to the bustling streets of India. Visit us at “OLD DELHI” and embark on a culinary journey through India’s rich and diverse flavors. Whether you’re craving something sweet or savory, our menu has something to delight every taste bud. ————”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chole bhature, gulab jamun sweets, samosas and spring rolls and veg manchurian.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chole bhature, gulab jamun sweets, samosas and spring rolls and veg manchurian.
Customer Review Summary
The chole bhature draws the most consistent praise, described repeatedly as hot, fluffy, and packed with authentic Punjabi flavour, generous in portion compared to what diners expect in the UK. Close behind, the sweets earn steady mention, especially the gulab jamun, along with veg manchurian and cheese naan singled out for genuine Indo-Chinese and cheesy flavour. Several also point to fresh, well-filled spring rolls and samosas, and a rich, non-oily lamb saag. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and welcoming, with multiple diners noting complimentary sweets handed out unprompted, including one gesture from a staff member at reception. One reviewer, however, found the samosa chaat and aloo tikki chaat merely "ok," not living up to the hype, though still called the bread pakora and sweets delicious. Regulars mention travelling from as far as Burton for consistently fresh food, and one wedding order was delivered to the venue a day ahead so the sweets were ready on the day.
Customer Review Summary
The chole bhature draws the most consistent praise, described repeatedly as hot, fluffy, and packed with authentic Punjabi flavour, generous in portion compared to what diners expect in the UK. Close behind, the sweets earn steady mention, especially the gulab jamun, along with veg manchurian and cheese naan singled out for genuine Indo-Chinese and cheesy flavour. Several also point to fresh, well-filled spring rolls and samosas, and a rich, non-oily lamb saag. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and welcoming, with multiple diners noting complimentary sweets handed out unprompted, including one gesture from a staff member at reception. One reviewer, however, found the samosa chaat and aloo tikki chaat merely "ok," not living up to the hype, though still called the bread pakora and sweets delicious. Regulars mention travelling from as far as Burton for consistently fresh food, and one wedding order was delivered to the venue a day ahead so the sweets were ready on the day.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“A great experience with this business. We ordered some boxes of sweets for a wedding. These guys delivered to the venue the day prior so that they were ready for us on the wedding day. Great quality and price. Highly recommended”
- Google user
“We had a wonderful experience at Old Delhi Restaurant. My daughter and I visited recently. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and full of authentic flavors.After our meal, my daughter enjoyed a Sweet (Gulab Jamun,) which were also excellent What made our visit truly special was the exceptional hospitality of Ankita, who was at the reception. As we were leaving, she surprised my daughter with a complimentary box of assorted sweets. It was such a thoughtful and kind gesture that genuinely touched our hearts. Nowadays, it's rare to meet people who go the extra mile to make customers feel so welcome. Ankita's kindness and warm smile made our experience unforgettable. Thank you, Old Delhi Restaurant, for the amazing food and outstanding customer service. We will definitely visit again and highly recommend this restaurant to everyone!”
- Google user
“We recently had a small gathering at home and decided to order from Old Delhi everything was absolutely delicious! All of our guests thoroughly enjoyed the food and kept complimenting the quality, taste, and freshness of every dish. Thank you for helping make our gathering special. We will definitely be ordering again and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious, authentic Indian food in Derby!”
- Google user
“Visited Old Delhi a couple of days ago and had a wonderful experience. We tried Chole Bhature, Samosa Chaat, Spring Roll and Plain Samosa and everything was absolutely delicious with authentic Punjabi flavours. As a pure vegetarian, I asked whether their sweets contained eggs, and the staff kindly explained that they don’t use eggs in any of their sweets🤩They even treated us to complimentary Gulab Jamun, which was a very thoughtful gesture. Great food, warm hospitality, and excellent service. Highly recommended!”
- Google user
“We travel from Burton every time to eat here, and we have never been disappointed. The food is always fresh. Every dish we’ve tried has been excellent, and the quality is consistently high. The sweets are amazing as well, just like the traditional sweets you get in India. Highly recommended.”
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old delhi | 4.7208 | — | chole bhature, gulab jamun sweets, samosas and spring rolls |
| Allenton Kebabs | 3.3133 | 2 mi | kebab meat quality, long delivery wait, crispy chips |
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