IPL 2026: Where to watch the game with the best food and drink deals in Delhi-NCR

With the Indian Premier League underway since March 28, the energy around match nights is only getting stronger. After a high-octane international season, fans are now settling into their favourite ritual of watching matches with friends, food, and plenty of beer. “IPL season feels like a social reset; everyone finally steps out to catch up. Watching matches together with a buzzing crowd just makes the whole experience feel bigger. There’s something very uniquely Indian about that shared energy,” says Nitin Mitra, a marketing executive who has been watching matches at Delhi pubs for as long as he can remember. And it’s exactly this growing appetite for shared match-day experiences that restaurants across the city are tapping into.Delhi’s best match-night deals to catch the game with your crewA classic for casual hangouts, Pebble Street is keeping it simple. “Along with live screenings, we are giving 20% off on beer buckets (6 beers). It’s an easy, no-fuss option for groups that just want good food, drinks, and uninterrupted cricket,” says Sanjeev, the manager.SOCIAL is going all out this season with its #DoosraStadium experience, turning match screenings into a full-blown event. Alongside live matches, there’s a state-inspired menu featuring standout dishes like Rajasthan Ballic Bhajiyas, Hyderabad OG Haleem Biryani, Gujarat Farsan Platter, and Kolkata Filet-O-Fish Burger. Add to that interactive games you can play on your phone and exciting giveaways, and you’ve got one of the most immersive IPL experiences in the city, all at an approximate spend of ₹2,000.Joy Singh, co-founder of Yeti, is also leaning into the IPL buzz, welcoming fans to soak in the atmosphere. “IPL time is fun time where people from different communities meet, come together, and celebrate the spirit of cricket. At Yeti, we simply create spaces that encourage that energy and give people a reason to gather and celebrate,” he says. To keep the evenings going, the venue is offering beer bucket deals priced at ₹1,295 for four beers and ₹1,695 for six, alongside its well-loved Himalayan menu featuring dishes like the Pahadi Platter and more.For those who like their cricket at the poolside, if you’re looking to take things outdoors, AQUA at The Park brings a luxe tw to match nights. Think of a screening under the stars, with 1+1 drink offers and classic finger foods with a tw. Indulge in dishes like Mumbai Nacho Bhel, Mutton Sukka Bao, Poutine and more to keep the energy going through every over.On the other hand, if you’re someone who leans towards comfort, QUOIN at Novotel New Delhi Aerocity offers a polished match-night vibe. The space serves up live screenings alongside discounted beer buckets for groups — ₹3,999++ (6 beers), ₹4,999++ (10 beers), and ₹5,999++ (14 beers). Ideal for larger squads looking to settle in for the long innings.Furthermore, each Beer Café outlet across the country will also host live match screenings, backed curated match-day offers. “Cricket in India is not just about watching the match, it’s about the conversations, the opinions, and the friendly debates that happen around the table,” said Rahul Singh, Founder & CEO.To keep the energy high, the brand is rolling out standout deals: On pint bottles, grab a bucket of four and get the fourth pint free. For draught beer, order a pitcher (5 pints) and get upgraded to a tower (8 pints).As Vansh Bajaj, a student and cricket enthusiast, puts it, “Sometimes, watching the match at a bar is actually more fun than being at the stadium—you can barely see anything there anyway. Just walking into a place where the match is on, the crowd is loud, and the food keeps coming, it all comes together so effortlessly. It ends up being one of those spontaneous evenings that stay with you.”