Cuisine: Modern Japanese, Sushi and Sumibi Aburiyaki
Address: Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri
New Delhi, 110 023
Tel: 11 3933 1360
Website: www.theleela.com
E-mail: megu.newdelhi@theleela.com
Owner: Food Scope America, Inc.,
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts
Chefs: Chef de Cuisine: Yutaka Saito
Architects/ Interior Design/ Artwork: Design Studio Spin Inc.
Capacity: Indoors: 72
Alfresco: 72
Photo Credit: Robert Miller
Details: Megu means “blessing” in Japanese
Sophisticated Organic Dining Concept
Each dish is presented in a specially-designed handcrafted plate or
bowl inspired by the dish itself
The finest and rarest ingredients used have been meticulously selected
by expert chefs over years of research across Japan, the United States,
Europe and Canada
Salt, Soya Sauce and varieties of Miso are specially selected
Volcanic, Spring and Natural Mineral Water
Wine list of nearly 400 labels
60 varieties of Sake from Japan
The first and the only restaurant to offer Sparkling Sake
Signature Dishes: Megu Original Crispy Asparagus
Salmon Tartar
Megu Wagyu Carpaccio
Megu Oriental Salad
Wagyu Croquettes
Crispy Kanzuri Shrimp
Caviar Nigiri
Tuna Soya Akami
Black Truffle
Interior: Showcases the aesthetics of a traditional Japanese restaurant
A blending of ultra-modern design with elements from ancient
Japanese culture
The design element is based on craftsmanship, magnificence,
elaboration and delicacy
East-Asian colour theme of red, black and earthy tones
Features a signature Crystal Buddha elevated over a pool of water
with a 800lb Japanese Bonsho Bell suspended from the ceiling -
invoking the classical Japanese handiwork in the Todaiji temple in
Nara
110 miniature Bonsho Bells suspended from the ceiling of the Dining
Room emanate soft red light
Floor-to-ceiling dark oak-wood columns
The Sushi Bar features a bright origami-patterned wall
Antique silk Kimono fabric adorning the walls of the Private Dining
Room
Awards
- ‘Rolex of Restaurants’ by Fortune magazine 2006
- Megu New York - Wine Spectator Award 2006 and 2007
- Megu Midtown - Wine Spectator Award 2007
Megu at The Leela Palace New Delhi