Le Cirque returns to The Leela Palace in Delhi with bold brilliance

An appendage of New York’s finest culinary institution, Le Cirque in New Delhi has reopened in its newest iterations at The Leela Palace, New Delhi, this time relocated to the first floor of the hotel. While it was earliest perched atop at the 10th floor, Le Cirque has been long revered for its French-Italian culinary heritage. This renewed iteration focuses on a renovated space, an evolved menu, and an immersive dining experience that reflects both its illustrious past and its progressive future. The relaunch on the first floor aims to make Le Cirque more centrally focused in the hotel’s culinary heart — merging ease of access and  an updated focus on ambience and service.

From a culinary perspective, Le Cirque at The Leela is an impressive extension of New York’s legacy into the capital of India. The original Le Cirque was founded in New York in 1974 by Sirio Maccioni, which became a legend of fine dining over the decades. Synonymous with elegance, theatricality, and uncompromising culinary standards, the New Delhi outpost combines those French and Italian sensibilities through elevated classics and an outstanding wine list. The restaurant goes above and beyond to highlight its use of fresh, seasonal, and even hydroponically grown produce. It also includes a Chef’s Table overlooking a show kitchen, giving diners a front-row view of the craft. Guests can look forward to signature highlights including Tuna Crudo, Wild Mushroom and Black Truffle Tart, Lobster Ravioli “Le Cirque,” the 40-layer New Zealand Lamb Lasagna, Salt-baked Mediterranean Sea Bass, and the Mille-Feuille à la Vanille, an enduring Le Cirque finale. Moreover, Le Cirque in New Delhi boasts one of the most admired wine lists in the city. In 2025, they won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence, making it The Leela Palace New Delhi's 7th win in a row.