From hyper-local regional dining in Hyderabad to chef-led Italian kitchens in Goa, farm-to-cup coffee spaces in Bengaluru, and cocktail bars shaped by heritage in Udaipur, a new wave of openings across India is redefining how cities eat, drink, and gather. These newly launched restaurants, cafés, dessert spaces, and bars bring together storytelling-led design, immersive hospitality, and menus rooted in both comfort and curiosity, reflecting a growing shift towards more thoughtful, experience-driven dining.
Oye Kake brings its deeply rooted, 100% vegetarian Amritsari dining experience to Bengaluru with a space that blends nostalgia, craft, and cultural storytelling. Designed around the warmth of Punjabi hospitality, the restaurant pairs richly detailed interiors inspired by Punjab’s traditions with a menu centred on tandoor cooking, comforting gravies, street-style chaats, and iconic Amritsari kulchas. Built to feel both immersive and approachable, Oye Kake offers a soulful, memory-led dining experience that celebrates the flavours, rituals, and spirit of Punjab in a contemporary setting.
Address: Units 4 & 5, Ground Floor, IndiQube Symphony, Craig Park Layout, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru
Nandan Coffee brings its farm-to-cup legacy from Kodaikanal to Bengaluru with the opening of its first flagship at Embassy One, Bellary Road. Rooted in a three-generation legacy of organic, single-estate coffee, the space blends thoughtful brewing, design, and hospitality into an immersive coffee-first experience. From a dedicated Filter Kaapi Bar and espresso programme to all-day dining inspired by Kodaikanal and Mumbai, Nandan Coffee offers a warm, provenance-led approach to café culture that feels both deeply rooted and contemporary.
Address: Nandan Coffee, Ground Floor, Embassy One, Pinnacle Tower, 8, Bellary Rd, Bengaluru
Mai Mai enters its second chapter with a new space on MG Road, expanding its intimate, storytelling-led East Asian dining experience into a larger, more social setting. Designed around an open kitchen and layered interiors, the restaurant balances warmth and energy while introducing a refreshed menu of bold, flavour-forward dishes alongside returning favourites. With sake and soju-led cocktails, refined zero-proof drinks, and a menu that moves between comforting classics and contemporary additions, Mai Mai continues to evolve while staying rooted in the thoughtful, immersive experience that defines the brand.
Address: Indiqube Symphony, Mahatma Gandhi Rd, opposite East Parade Church, Craig Park Layout, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru
Third Rush is Third Wave Coffee’s new dessert-led concept built around indulgence, spontaneity, and mood-driven café culture. Designed as a playful extension of the brand, the space brings together nostalgic flavours, layered desserts, and high-energy, shareable experiences that feel youthful and easygoing. From inventive tres leches and stacked puddings to indulgent cheesecakes and skillet cookies, Third Rush creates a vibrant, after-hours dessert destination where cravings, comfort, and conversation take centre stage.
Address: Third Wave Coffee outlets — Koramangala 4th Block, Sadashivnagar, Indiranagar (CMH Road) & Vijaya Bank Layout, Bengaluru
Casa Limone brings a more focused, chef-led approach to Italian dining in Goa, combining classical Italian technique with coastal flavours and regional traditions. Led by Executive Chef Shardul Nigam and Chef Alessio Cosma Amodio, the restaurant centres around ingredient-driven cooking, handmade pastas, Neapolitan-style pizzas, fresh seafood, and comforting Italian classics. Set within a warm, Mediterranean-inspired space in Arpora, Casa Limone balances coastal Italian charm with a refined yet relaxed dining experience that feels both authentic and deeply rooted in place.
Address: Renaissance Goa Hotel in Arpora, North Goa
Mumbai Matinee brings a nostalgic, cinema-inspired dining experience to Goa, drawing from the golden era of Hindi films between the 1950s and early 1990s. Built around the emotional connection between movies, food, and shared memories, the restaurant blends comforting Indian soul food with storytelling-led cocktails and a warm, immersive atmosphere. From classic kebabs and Bombay-style bites to drinks inspired by cinematic moments, Mumbai Matinee creates a space where every meal feels rooted in nostalgia, culture, and the timeless charm of old-school cinema.
Address: Survey 322/2, Coutinho Vaddo, Vagator, Goa
They See is a modern Indian, chef-led restaurant that approaches regional flavours through a more contemporary and thoughtful lens. Rooted in Indian identity while shaped by a refined, modern sensibility, the space blends elevated dining with a menu designed around technique, storytelling, and bold yet familiar flavours. Open for both lunch and dinner, They See offers an experience that feels rooted in tradition while remaining fresh, expressive, and distinctly contemporary.
Address: 2, 293, 82 A, Plot No.8, Rd Number 13, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Good Flippin’ Burgers has opened its first dine-in outlet in Hyderabad, bringing the cult-favourite burger brand’s full experience to the city at Lakeshore Mall, Y Junction. Designed around an open-kitchen format, the space turns burger-making into part of the experience, with guests able to watch patties being flipped, buns toasted, and sauces layered in real time. Alongside its lively, casual setting, the outlet serves the brand’s signature line-up of smash burgers, wraps, wings, fries, shakes, and Flippinades, offering Hyderabad a more immersive way to experience one of India’s most loved QSR brands.
Address: Y-Junction Lakeshore Mall, Kukatpally, Hyderabad
Dandy & Dandy is a new dining and nightlife destination in Hyderabad that brings together two distinct moods within one evolving space. Located in HITEC City, the venue transitions from a refined, ingredient-led dining experience by day to a more energetic, cocktail-forward atmosphere by night. With globally inspired food, design-led interiors, and a fluid approach to hospitality, Dandy & Dandy reflects a more modern, lifestyle-driven way of dining and socialising in the city.
Address: Location: 5th Floor, THE LOFT, Nexity, HITEC City, Hyderabad
Oota has opened its second outpost in Hyderabad, bringing the hyper-local flavours of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to HITEC City. Rooted in extensive regional research and traditional cooking techniques, the restaurant celebrates the culinary diversity of the Deccan through dishes inspired by home kitchens, coastal towns, and Nizami influences. With warm, understated interiors and a menu built around authenticity and storytelling, Oota offers a thoughtful, region-first dining experience centred on the true flavours of Andhra and Telangana.
Address: Commerzone Rd, Silpa Gram Craft Village, Madhapur, Hyderabad
Dore is a new rooftop cocktail bar in Udaipur that blends heritage-inspired design with a contemporary drinking experience. Set atop Manuscript, the space pairs elevated cocktails, atmospheric evenings, and panoramic views with an aesthetic that feels both timeless and modern. Built around the idea of “Heritage Meets Highball”, Dore offers a more refined, mood-led approach to nightlife in the city.
Address: Dore, Manuscript, Rooftop 104, near City Palace Road, Bhatiyani Chohatta, Silawatwari, Udaipur
Machindo’s – Kitchen & Bar is a new dining and bar destination in Baner, Pune, bringing together food, cocktails, and tap pours in a lively, contemporary setting. Designed as an easygoing social space, the restaurant blends a casual energy with a modern bar experience, making it suited for everything from relaxed dinners to late-evening catch-ups over drinks.
Address: Shop No 8/9, The Capital, off Baner – Pashan Link Road, near Regent Plaza Mall, Baner Gaon, Baner, Pune
