Every month brings a fresh wave of restaurants, cafés and bars across India, each with its own story, signature flavours and unique concept. From chef-led kitchens and rooftop destinations to cosy cafés and neighbourhood favourites, here’s our edit of the newest openings worth planning your next meal around.
Delhi’s newest addition, Let’s Kiss, brings a fresh, design-forward energy to the city’s dining scene. Located in Delhi, the new restaurant combines contemporary interiors with a lively, social atmosphere, making it an easy choice for everything from casual catch-ups to evening plans. With a focus on creating an experience as much as a meal, Let’s Kiss is set to be one of the city’s newest spots to have on your radar.
Address: Greater Kailash -3, New Delhi
If atmospheric cocktail bars are your thing, Freddy Who deserves a place on your list. The new Vasant Vihar opening combines vintage glamour with modern design through mirrored ceilings, moody lighting, and plush leather seating, while a menu of creative cocktails and indulgent bites keeps the experience firmly centred around the bar.
Address: 3RD Floor, House NO, D-11, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi
Comforting South Indian flavours find a new home at Oota’s newest outpost in Meherchand Market, Lodhi Colony. Moving beyond the usual dosas and idlis, the restaurant celebrates regional dishes in a warm, cosy setting, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely meal or an unhurried coffee.
Address: Oota, No. 14, Meharchand Market, Lodi Colony, New Delhi
A new chapter in the Sandoz story arrives in Rajouri Garden with Café Sandoz. Blending global comfort food, artisanal coffee, handcrafted desserts, and signature cocktails, the contemporary space is designed for everything from relaxed brunches to evening catch-ups.
Address: 3rd Floor, D 1, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi
Delhi’s beloved institution, The Embassy, has expanded with a new home at DLF Promenade. Staying true to its legacy of comfort food and enduring hospitality, the new outlet brings the restaurant’s familiar charm to one of the city’s busiest shopping destinations.
Address: DLF Promenade, New Delhi
The flavours of Nepal’s Himalayan Thakali community arrive in Gurugram with the opening of Jimbu Thakali. A favourite in Kathmandu, the restaurant brings authentic Nepalese cuisine to the city with its signature Thakali Thali, traditional recipes, and distinctive Himalayan ingredients such as Jimbu and Timur. Rooted in warmth, heritage, and regional cooking, it offers a rare opportunity to experience the rich culinary traditions of Nepal.
Address: Jimbu Thakali, LG Floor, R3-27–31, M3M 65th Avenue, Sector 65, Golf Course Extension Road, Gurugram
Italian comfort takes centre stage at Mi Piaci, the newest addition to Gurugram’s dining scene. Located at M3M 65th Avenue, the restaurant brings together handcrafted pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and classic Italian flavours in a warm, contemporary setting designed for relaxed lunches, family dinners, and leisurely meals with friends.
Address: 65th Avenue, Gurugram
Anardana is expanding to Noida with its largest and flagship destination at Aditya Ancora Mall. Expect contemporary Indian cuisine, signature dishes, handcrafted cocktails and the brand’s warm hospitality in a polished new setting.
Address: Anardana, Aditya Ancora Mall, Sector 50, Noida
Mumbai’s social scene gets a new addition with DDUCKPIN, India’s first duckpin bowling bistro. Bringing the fast-paced North American bowling format to the city, the venue pairs interactive gaming with a lively café, bar, karaoke, and globally inspired comfort food, creating a fun, all-in-one destination for group outings and game nights.
Address: Infiniti Mall Malad, New Link Road, Malad West, Mumbai
A new all-day wine bar has opened its doors in Fort with Pique Bombay. Designed as a relaxed neighbourhood spot, it pairs thoughtfully curated wines with sandwiches, shareable small plates, and easy-going hospitality, making it just as suited for a casual lunch as it is for after-work drinks or long evenings with friends.
Address: Rajabahadur Mansion, 24A, Mumbai Samachar Marg, Horniman Circle, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai
Sandwiches take the spotlight at Angry Toast, a new all-day café in Bandra. Built around generously filled sandwiches, great coffee, and a no-fuss approach to comfort food, the space is designed for everything from quick breakfasts to easy lunches and laid-back coffee breaks.
Address: High peak chs ltd, Shop 2, Kashi Kunj, Waterfield Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Lonavala’s newest culinary destination, Mirari, reimagines the classic hill-station stop with two distinct dining experiences under one roof. Surrounded by the hills, Mirari blends nostalgia, regional flavours, and modern hospitality into a destination worth making the drive for.
Address: Tungarli, Tal, Maval, Lonavala, Maharashtra
The Tanjore Tiffin Room brings its vibrant take on Southern Indian cuisine to Pune with its newest outpost at Balewadi High Street. Pairing regional favourites with inventive small plates, signature cocktails, and lively interiors, the restaurant offers a contemporary take on South Indian dining.
Address: The Tanjore Tiffin Room, Unit Number 24-25, Balewadi High St, Laxman Nagar, Baner, Pune
Ikk Punjab brings the rich culinary traditions of the state to Chandigarh through a menu rooted in regional recipes and authentic flavours. Blending comforting classics with warm hospitality, the restaurant celebrates Punjab’s diverse food heritage in a contemporary setting.
Address: Ikk Panjab, S.C.O. 51, Madhya Marg, Sector 26, Chandigarh
NoBa brings a cocktail-first dining experience to Bengaluru’s Kalyan Nagar. Pairing inventive, ingredient-led drinks with globally inspired cuisine, the 120-seater space blends warm Mediterranean-inspired interiors with an atmosphere that transitions effortlessly from relaxed lunches to lively evenings.
Address: NoBa,5th Floor, 714, HRBR Layout 1st Block, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru
Poolside dining gets a fresh new address with BG’s Poolside Bar & Grill at Courtyard & Fairfield by Marriott ORR. Built around the spirit of fire, flavour, and fellowship, the restaurant offers flame-grilled dishes, handcrafted drinks, and a relaxed open-air setting, making it an ideal spot for leisurely meals, evening cocktails, and laid-back gatherings.
Address: Courtyard & Fairfield by Marriott ORR, Bengaluru
Serious Slice has expanded to Indiranagar, bringing its much-loved, slow-fermented pizzas to another corner of Bengaluru. Known for its 72-hour dough, wood-fired baking, and no-shortcuts approach, the pizzeria focuses on honest craftsmanship and quality ingredients, serving pizzas that let technique and flavour do the talking.
Address: 1st Floor, 598/1, 12th Main Road, 7th Cross, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Bengaluru
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are at the heart of the experience at Yess Chef. Sourcing much of its produce from Bengaluru’s historic Russell Market, the restaurant builds its menu around quality, seasonality, and trusted local suppliers. Combined with refined bistronomy-inspired plates, a curated wine programme, and laid-back R&B vibes, Yess Chef offers a thoughtful dining experience rooted in craftsmanship.
Address: Unit No.05, 4th Floor, Raja Capital, Pixel 2, Studio Apartments, Babboor Giddanna Rd, Ashwath Nagar, Sampangi Rama Nagara, Bengaluru
