From nostalgic neighbourhood bars to tequila-soaked festivals and comforting monsoon bowls, August 2025 brings a feast of flavourful new beginnings. Whether you’re chasing bold cocktails, slurpy ramen, or celebratory comfort food, this curated list will guide your culinary calendar.
Tommy’s Opens on Old Airport Road, Bengaluru
A refreshing take on the classic neighbourhood bar, Tommy’s is where kitsch cat décor meets seriously good cocktails. Located at a site steeped in Bengaluru’s bar history, the space blends nostalgia with playful energy — complete with a jukebox, classic bar bites (think egg bhurji, bheja masala, and mutton seekh), and slushy cocktails that hit the spot.
Where: 1st Floor, AM Plaza, HAL Old Airport Road, Bengaluru
Price for Two: ₹1400 
YOUMEE , Kurla, Mumbai
YOUMEE brings its signature playful Pan-Asian dining to Phoenix Marketcity, Kurla with the launch of its fourth Mumbai outlet. Enjoy bold flavours, from hand-rolled sushi to spicy ramen, in a vibrant, manga-inspired setting that promises both taste and visual delight.
Where: Youmee Kula
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Guppy Delhi
Perfect for rainy-day cravings, Guppy rolls out a cozy monsoon menu featuring steamy ramen bowls and hearty rice meals. Must-tries include the Chashu Ramen and Kimchi Pork Rice Bowl — rich, warming, and full of umami goodness.
Where: Guppy, Delhi (Lodhi Colony)
When: All of August, lunch and dinner service
Mezze Mambo
Celebrating two years of Silk Route-inspired flavours, Mezze Mambo introduces a bold new monsoon menu curated by Chef Megha Kohli. Dishes like Corn & Chilli Hummus, Kimchi Arancini, and Pepper Lamb Rigatoni promise indulgence, soul, and a touch of spice.
Where: Mezze Mambo, Delhi
When: Throughout August
Tim Hortons India Unveils Matcha Vertical
Matcha goes big with four new variants: Iced Mango Matcha, Iced Strawberry Matcha, Iced Spanish Matcha, and the indulgent Spanish Vanilla Matcha Latte. Available across outlets, this new vertical is a refreshing way to sip through summer.
Where: All Tim Hortons India outlets
BeeYoung Brewgarden
Celebrating one year with craft beers and Indian street-style favourites, BeeYoung’s new menu features everything from spicy sliders to loaded momos. It’s a customer-driven, high-energy food experience set against a vibrant beer garden backdrop.
Where: BeeYoung Brewgarden, Delhi NCR
When: All August
Ikk Panjab
Monsoon meets memory at Ikk Panjab, with a new menu that dives deep into soulful Punjabi comfort food. Expect slow-cooked dals, seasonal curries, and the kind of food that makes you feel right at home.
Where: Ikk Panjab, Gurugram & Delhi
When: Limited-time August menu
The Grammar Room
Across all three locations, The Grammar Room debuts a plant-forward, vibrant summer menu that reinvents familiar classics with global flair. Paired with their signature refreshing cocktails, it’s a breezy, delicious way to dine through August.
Where: The Grammar Room, Delhi + 2 more
When: Summer menu available till end of August
Amaru
Amaru’s new cocktail menu, The Sakura Maru Journey, is a 13-drink tribute to the historic 1899 Japanese voyage to Peru, tracing a rich narrative of migration, memory, and cultural fusion. The menu evolves through smoky mezcal, floral lychee, citrusy yuzu, and comforting whiskey blends. Drinks like Nikkei Noir and Kagami Crystal reflect cultural convergence and clarity, while the iconic Pisco Sour celebrates arrival.
When: 12:00 pm Onwards
Where: Amaru, Bandra West, Mumbai
Cost for Two – 4000-/
Burgrill
Burgrill introduces two fiery new additions to its fries lineup — Korean Fire Fries and Chicken Korean Fire Fries. Packed with bold Korean flavours, creamy ranch, and a sesame crunch, these spicy, crave-worthy snacks are perfect for heat lovers looking for their next flavour fix!
Maikada
Maikada at The Shalimar Hotel launches City on the Rocks, a concept-driven cocktail menu that pays tribute to Mumbai’s vibrant neighborhoods. With drinks like Horn Ok Please and Aam-chi 36, and inventive small plates like Mini Vada Pav with pudina chutney and mango-mustard glazed Chicken Tikka, this new menu blends nostalgic flavors with bold creativity — capturing the true spirit of the city in every sip and bite.
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