FIO Nehru Place, officially FIO Cookhouse & Bar, is the dressier end of Epicuria’s dining scene, a garden-style restaurant with a lawn, European and modern Indian food, handcrafted cocktails and live music on some evenings. It’s also one of Epicuria’s longest-running names. FIO opened here back in late 2013, years before the food mall’s big expansion turned it into Nehru Place’s nightlife hub.
FIO Cookhouse & Bar at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
| Location | Epicuria Food Mall, Nehru Place metro station, New Delhi |
| Opened at Epicuria | Around late 2013, after the brand’s Garden of Five Senses outlet |
| Cuisines | European, Italian, modern and contemporary Indian |
| Style | Garden-style setting with outdoor seating and a lawn |
| Timings (listed) | 12 PM–12 AM (Delhi Tourism) or 12 PM–12:30 AM (another listing) |
| Cost for two (listed) | About ₹3,000 to ₹3,700 |
| Bar | Handcrafted cocktails, wines and spirits |
| Entertainment | Live music, per listings |
| Amenities (listed) | Parking, free Wi-Fi, smoking area |
| Phone (listed) | 09971004536; +91 98992 28666 on an older listing |
| Rating (one platform) | About 4.3 from 2,000+ ratings |
| Nearest metro | Nehru Place (Violet Line), directly above Epicuria |
Details come from Delhi Tourism and dining platforms. Confirm hours and prices before visiting.
The Restaurant Where You Can’t Feel the Metro
Here’s the contrast that sets FIO apart. At Social, just a few units away, reviewers mention feeling the metro trains running overhead.
When FIO opened at Epicuria in late 2013, a Millennium Post review noted the opposite: although the restaurant sits right below the metro station, you “cannot feel a single tremor.” Add the garden setting, and FIO feels more like a standalone restaurant than a unit inside a transit food mall.
That same review praised the location and the cocktails, including one the bartender improvised that it compared to a “Kala Khatta with a kick.”
A Garden Inside a Food Mall
FIO’s setting is its calling card. A dining guide describes a pebbled pathway lined with potted greenery leading past a tidy lawn meant for alfresco dining. Inside, the restaurant is filled with natural light during the day, and the kitchen façade features a wooden frame with niches for plants and mementos.
Delhi Tourism describes its “green ambience” and “suave décor,” noting it has become a go-to place for informal meetings, after-office parties and impromptu get-togethers. In winter, the original review mentioned outdoor tables with heaters.
It’s often recommended as a date-night spot in Nehru Place.
What’s on the Menu
FIO blends Italian and European dishes with contemporary Indian cooking, according to Delhi Tourism.
Popular Dishes
A dining platform lists these as popular orders:
- Cookhouse Salad
- Phyllo Tazza
- Olive-crusted sea bass
- Cookhouse char-grilled chicken
- Cookhouse pesto cream casserole
- Pondicherry prawns
- Kabuli mutton seekh
Must-Haves From Diners
A separate dining guide recommends:
- Tiramisu and banoffee pie for dessert
- Pizza, pasta and bruschetta
- Paneer tikka
- Mocktails
From Past Menu Updates
Earlier coverage of a menu revamp highlighted a thyme chicken lentil broth, burrata and melon salad, a Firenze cheese platter, mutton tikka melba, a chia melon martini and a caramel spiced mango mousse. Whether these remain on the current menu couldn’t be confirmed.
Drinks
FIO’s bar offers handcrafted cocktails along with wines and spirits, according to Delhi Tourism. Reviews consistently single out the cocktails, and one early write-up suggested letting the bartender surprise you.
Delhi’s legal drinking age is 25, so carry ID if you plan to drink.
Timings
Listings show slightly different closing times:
- 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM, open all days, per Delhi Tourism
- 12:00 PM to 12:30 AM, per another dining guide
Either way, FIO stays open after the last Violet Line trains, which leave Nehru Place around 11:15 PM according to published timetables. For late dinners, arrange a cab home.
What It Costs
FIO is one of Epicuria’s pricier options. Dining platforms list:
- About ₹3,000 for two on one app
- About ₹3,700 for two in a dining guide
Dining apps regularly list booking offers and bill discounts for FIO, so check before you reserve.
A Name to Watch: “Dandy – The FIO Bar”
One dining platform also lists a venue called Dandy – The FIO Bar at Epicuria Mall. Its exact relationship to FIO Cookhouse & Bar, whether it’s a new bar space, a rebrand or a separate concept, couldn’t be confirmed from available listings. If you’re booking, check which name and venue you’re reserving.
Who It Suits
FIO works best for:
- Date nights in a garden setting
- Business dinners that need a quieter, more polished atmosphere
- Celebrations with good cocktails and desserts
- After-office gatherings for groups
For something louder, Social suits party nights. For something cheaper, Epicuria’s food court and The Chatter House are nearby.
Before You Go
A few habits help.
- Reserve ahead for weekend evenings and outdoor tables.
- Check dining apps for booking offers.
- Carry ID if you’re drinking.
- Plan a cab home if you’re staying past 11 PM.
FIO Nehru Place Questions People Ask
Q1. Where is FIO in Nehru Place?
A. FIO Cookhouse & Bar is inside Epicuria Food Mall, directly beneath Nehru Place metro station on the Violet Line, with a garden-style seating area.
Q2. What are FIO Nehru Place timings?
A. Delhi Tourism lists 12 PM to 12 AM, open all days, while another guide shows 12 PM to 12:30 AM. Check before visiting.
Q3. What is the cost for two at FIO Nehru Place?
A. Dining platforms list about ₹3,000 to ₹3,700 for two, making FIO one of Epicuria’s more premium restaurants.
Q4. What should I order at FIO Nehru Place?
A. Popular picks include the Cookhouse Salad, olive-crusted sea bass, Pondicherry prawns and Kabuli mutton seekh. Diners also recommend the tiramisu and banoffee pie.
Q5. Is FIO good for a date in Nehru Place?
A. Yes. Its garden setting, outdoor seating, live music on some evenings and cocktails make it one of Nehru Place’s most recommended date-night spots.
