The revamped menu and décor of Kinbuck 2, an eatery in Connaught Place, left Rakesh Kumar satiated
Attractive ambiance, live music, scintillating outdoor seating and well-presented food, all these are a must-have criteria for a good restaurant. Thankfully, Kinbuck 2, an eatery located in bustling Connaught Place, is blessed with all these features. Located on the first floor, Kinbuck 2 is said to be the first Roman Bistro in the Capital. Therefore, its décor and food speak a lot about the eastern European country.
The restaurant has a vast dining space inside as well as on the rooftop. But ever since government asked restaurants in Connaught Place not to use open space, Kinbuck 2 is left with only a single floor for dining.One corner of the restaurant has a well-stocked bar, while the other has a DJ playing light music. The whole restaurant is designed in brick arches. The walls of the restaurant are adorned with many attractive pictures, posters and graffiti. The seating area is quite cozy and comfortable with a mix of couches and small chairs. Overall, other than the food, the ambiance will keep one engaged and engrossed throughout their stay in restaurant. Our purpose for the visit was to check its newly revamped menu and interiors. Since interiors are done it was time for food.
The restaurant serves not only Indian food but also a host of international cuisines including Mexican, Chinese and Lebanese. But the best part of the restaurant is their presentations. They serve food very artistically, worth every penny. The best way one could start the food trail is with their famous mocktails. It was Masala Lemonade (lemon and mint) along with several milk shakes. The mint-flavoured lemonade was refreshing, and it was quite a relief from the heat outside. The other mocktail ~ Pulpy chunks ~ had chunks of fresh watermelon and orange.
Along with these refreshing mocktails, one could try Paneer Tikka, Chicken Cutlets, Dahi Kebabs and Soya Chaaps in starter. The cottage cheese in Paneer Tikkas was soft and well-marinated and tasted really good. Soya Chaaps were a little salty. Dahi Kebab was very soft and had a mixed taste of sweet and sour. Then came the best ~ Chicken Sizzler, served with baked potatoes, pimento rice and buttered veggies. It was served in a good portion, enough for two people. Not only the presentation, Chicken Sizzler tasted really good and won our hearts.
In the main course, without any second thought one could go for Dal Makhani in vegetarian and Mutton Rogan-e-Josh in non-vegetarian along with the assorted breads. Dal Makhani, which tasted a little sour, was the best among the main course. Mutton Rogan-e-Josh had nothing good to write about.
For dessert we were served Hot Chocolate Brownie with ice-cream. It was served on a sizzling pan along with melted chocolate, nuts and ice cream. Really it was the best way to end one’s meal. At last the big questions, is this place worth a second visit? Yes, of course.
About the restaurant:
Address: Kinbuck2
P-10/90, 1st & 2nd Floor, Outer Circle
Connaught Place, New Delhi
Table for two: Rs 1,500 (approx.) with alcohol
Contact number: 011 33105674
