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Paint, Read, Quiz, Plan The Perfect Weekend! 8 Cafes in India That Go Beyond Food

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30.04.2026

With their array of delicious snacks and a cuppa chai made to go, cafes in India are underrated for the kind of experience they provide. However, in the past decade, there has been a shift in the roles that cafes play, and we aren’t complaining.

Numerous cafes around India have gone beyond their definitions of being meeting hubs for people. They now have a range of fun activities that people can partake in whilst they lunch or dine.

Here, we’ve put together a list of cafes across the country that offer more than just scrumptious snacks.

1. Bistro Claytopia, Bengaluru

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Head to Bistro Claytopia in the garden city if you are someone who loves blending food with art. One of India’s first concept cafes, the bistro started out by giving people something fun to engage in whilst they lunch. This includes designing their own home decor, painting on ceramics to create beautiful mugs, jewellery boxes and more.

The cafe provides all the necessary materials and all you need to bring is your creativity!

2. The Project Cafe, Ahmedabad

We’d recommend that before you settle down into your seat, take a walk through the cafe admiring the sheer beauty of the place. Everything you witness as part of the backdrop, the walls, the furniture and the crockery has been painted on by artists from across the globe. We’re serious! What’s more, is that along with providing guests with the unique experience of dining in........

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