8 popular budget hangouts you must visit in Delhi University

When you step into Delhi University, you will have many hangout options to choose from. From shopping for trendy accessories and clothes, to eating out, the area offers a variety of hangout addas that students usually frequently visit. These fun places are mostly known for the delicious food items they offer, such as tandoori momos, bhelpuriand banta.

They are easy on the pockets, offering the best of every cuisine and most of these places come with a variety of innovative recreational options perfect for whiling away time after classes. We take a look at some popular hangout addas in North and South Campus that are a must visit for the students there. The perfect mix of culture ranges from exotic thupkas to refreshing banta. The famous hangout zones of DU students are here for you.

BIG YELLOW DOOR (NORTH)

After walking down the Hudson Lane, one finds a gem situated at the corner. Big Yellow Door always has a waiting list running as the place is small and is always seen brimming with people. It is one of the best choices if one wants to enjoy food at a reasonable rate.

Cost:Rs 600 for two

Speciality: Nachos baked dish, Butter Chicken Pasta, Mud Cake with Ice Cream, BYD Cheese Bomb Burger.

Location: H-8 B, Near, Opposite Hudson Lane's NDPL Office, Vijay Nagar.

Nearest metro station: GTB Nagar

BILLE DI HATTI

Bille Di Hatti is a popular street-food joint in North Campus. It serves lassi and cholebhature. The place is preferred by students looking for a quick bite without compromising on the taste. For a heavy breakfast, head to Bille Di Hatti for a plate of pooriand chhole(Rs 30) with a glass of sweet lassi (Rs 30). From tikkis, golgappe, papdichaatto tawa aloo, the place has a wide variety to offer.

Cost:Rs 150 for two

Speciality:Aloo poori

Location: 72-D, Kamla Nagar

Nearest metro station:Vishwavidyalaya

CAFETERIA AND CO.

A sister cafe to QD's and Rico's, Cafeteria and Co. was started two months back. Its interior is a blend of modern and quite classy. Serving hours are 11:30 am to 11 pm. It has a wide menu which serves continental with different fusions. The place has been enjoying a vast number of regular clientele since its inauguration. Tiramisu crepe, Pan and Basil iced tea, star shaped burger, accidental fish and shrimp, butter chicken and rolls are widely savoured here.

Cost:Rs 800 for two

Speciality: Star shaped burger, Accidental fish and shrimp

Location: 9-14, Vijay Nagar

Nearest metro station:Vishwavidyalaya

BIG YELLOW DOOR (SOUTH)

Located in Satya Niketan Market, Big Yellow Door, commonly known as BYD is one of the most crowded and popular hangout places for the students visiting south campus. From creamy baked nachos to delicious shakes, the place offers variety of Italian food at a pocket-friendly price. The interior of the cafe is one thing to look out for.

Cost:Rs 500 for two

Speciality: Nachos baked dish, Butter Chicken Pasta, Mud Cake with Ice Cream, BYD Cheese Bomb Burger

Location: H-8, Opposite Venkateswara College, Satya Niketan

Nearest metro station: DhaulaKuan

THE HUDSON CAFE

Located in Hudson lane, the cafe is amongst the various cafes which have mushroomed over a period of time. It has a rustic though peppy ambience. The interiors are done up beautifully with unfinished brick walls murals and framed posters. The cafe opens at 11 am in the morning and serves for 12 hours. Being famous for its Italian and Chinese food, it is specially designed to suit the needs of the youth.

Cost:Rs 800 for two

Speciality: Cheese garlic bread and the Mezze platter

Location: 2524, 1st Floor, Hudson Lane, Delhi University-GTB Nagar

Nearest metro station: GTB Nagar

34 CHOWRINGHEE LANE

As the name itself suggests, 34 Chowringhee has made an attempt to bring the Kolkata experience in Delhi-NCR. The food joint is famous among the students for its variety of rolls on offer: chicken roll, mutton keema roll, paneer roll, vegetable roll, farm fresh egg roll and aloo roll to name a few.

Cost: Rs 350 for two

Speciality: Chicken roll, Mutton roll, Egg Keema Roll

Location: 93, Opposite Venkateswara College, Satyaniketan

Nearest metro station:DhaulaKuan

QD'S

For all Delhi University students, QD's is one such place they know well about even more than their syllabus. QD's is one of the most popular pocket-friendly places. It has branches in both south and north campus. It serves North Indian food together with Chinese cuisine. Being a pocket-friendly place, they have created their menu as per the student's need. It's most famous and finger-licking item is Tandoori Momos. They have won many praises and awards for their food and hospitality.

Cost:Rs 1,000 for two

Speciality: Tandoori Momos

Location: 294, Opposite Venkateswara College, Satya Niketan

Nearest metro station: DhaulaKuan

VADA PAV JUNCTION

Founded four months back, Vada Pav Junction has become a hit among students with its street food cuisine. Even though it's not situated on the main road but still it manages to make the best street food point in the market. The Classic Vada Pav has won the hearts of the crowd and attracts customers from various parts of the city. They have a mix of Vada Pav and experiments with options like Chocolate Pav, Corn and Spinach Vada pav, Dabeli, Maggie Pavetc

Cost:Rs 150 for two people

Speciality: Classic Vada pav

Location: Outlet No.1, Ground Floor, Satya Niketan

Nearest metro station:DhaulaKuan