September brings a fresh crop of restaurants, cafés and dining experiences across India, with new addresses opening their doors and established names expanding into new neighbourhoods and cities. From Japanese teppanyaki and progressive South Indian cuisine to specialty coffee and all-day social dining, these latest launches are giving food lovers plenty of new reasons to step out and explore.
L3 Kitchen, Courtyard by Marriott Ghaziabad
Courtyard by Marriott Ghaziabad has introduced L3 Kitchen, an all-day dining destination built around an immersive live-cooking experience. The new restaurant brings together regional Indian flavours, global favourites, Italian and Oriental specialities, with dishes prepared with a visible focus on freshness and culinary craft. The property’s Yard & Brew café and bar complements the new dining experience with handcrafted beverages and cocktails.
Where: Courtyard by Marriott Ghaziabad
Hibachi Garden, JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa
Hibachi Garden brings Japanese teppanyaki to Bengaluru with live-fire cooking taking centre stage. Set within EAST, the resort’s lakeside Asian dining destination, the new experience combines culinary theatre with curated seafood, meat and vegetarian selections. Guests can expect ingredients such as black cod, salmon, prawns, scallops, tenderloin and wild mushrooms, alongside yakitori, yakimeshi and yaki udon.
Where: EAST, JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa
Linking House, Santacruz West, Mumbai
Linking House arrives in Santacruz West as an all-day social culinary house designed to move effortlessly from morning coffee to late-night cocktails. Its offering spans breakfast, bakery, global food, high tea, sushi, grills and sharing plates, while fire-led cooking adds character to the kitchen. The cocktail programme draws inspiration from migratory birds and India’s diverse regional ingredients.
Where: Savoy Chambers, Linking Road, Santacruz West, Mumbai
Timings: 8:00 AM–1:30 AM
The Dark Side, Delhi
Chef Aditya’s latest dining concept takes guests underground in GK-2 with The Dark Side, Delhi’s first underground restaurant, inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins. The intimate space pairs indulgent comfort food with seven signature cocktails built around each “sin.” Highlights include Chef Adi’s Tiramisu, BBQ Chicken Wings, Mac n Cheese with Chorizo, the Anthony Bourdain Sandwich and Grilled Cheese Sandwich, making this a playful new addition to Delhi’s late-night dining scene.
When: 8 PM – 1 AM| Where: GK-2, M-Block Market, New Delhi
Cost for Two: Approx. ₹2,000
NOUMA, Udaipur
NOUMA is a new rooftop cocktail and kitchen bringing a fresh after-five address to Udaipur. Inspired by the curves of the Aravallis, the warmth of the sun and the energy of wood fire, the space brings together crafted cocktails, wood-fired pizzas and modern Indian flavours in a vibrant, effortless setting. Designed as a place to meet, unwind and linger, NOUMA’s menu features Truffle Mushroom Galouti, Smoked Burrata Lababdar, Laal Maas Pocket and Hot Picante Pizza, alongside cocktails inspired by Indian flavours and modern mixology.
Where: Udaipur, Rajasthan
The Game Palacio, R City, Ghatkopar
The Game Palacio brings a new kind of entertainment-led dining experience to Mumbai’s eastern suburbs, combining gaming, immersive experiences, contemporary food and cocktails under one roof. The expansive destination features 70+ arcade games and 10+ experiences, alongside laser tag, simulators, bowling and interactive attractions. The food menu moves from shareable bites such as Corn Crunch and Saffron Cheese Paneer Tikka to Pan Fried Noodles, Parmesan Crumb Chicken and Red Thai Chicken Curry, while the cocktail programme includes The Midnight Kiss, The Berry Bramble and the tequila-led El Picante selection. Designed for group outings, celebrations, date nights and family days, it brings together dining and play in one energetic setting.
Where: 3rd Floor, R City Mall, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai
Supa San, Bandra West
Supa San brings a contemporary interpretation of the Japanese izakaya to Bandra, combining Japanese food, cocktails, music and immersive cultural experiences. Located on the 14th floor of Mansionz One, the 110-seater restaurant draws inspiration from listening bars, vinyl cafés, neighbourhood eateries and karaoke culture. Its menu spans more than 100 dishes across The Counter, The Grill and The Pot, with highlights including Renkon Chīzu Gyōza, Nasu Dengaku, Hamachi Tiradito, Otoro Tataki and Robata selections. The cocktail programme, NOW PLAYING, follows the rhythm of a curated record collection, moving from lighter serves to spirit-forward cocktails such as PONPONPON, SPARKLE and TANK!, with Japanese ingredients and techniques shaping familiar formats. With an alfresco section, private karaoke room, live programming and DJs, Supa San makes dining as much about the atmosphere and discovery as it is about the food.
Where: 14th Floor, Mansionz One, Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Druma, Bengaluru
Druma brings a fresh expression of vegetarian dining to Bengaluru, centred around its philosophy of “humble dining” and a produce-first approach. The 60-cover restaurant in Jayanagar explores Indian, South Indian, Pan-Asian and global influences while keeping vegetables, grains and indigenous ingredients at the heart of the plate. From Ghee Roast and Chettinad Paneer to Mapo Tofu, Corn Saag Quesadilla and Kathal Biryani, the menu focuses on honest flavours, thoughtful techniques and craft without unnecessary theatre.
Where: Jayanagar, Bengaluru
Stand By Coffee, Juhu, Mumbai
Mumbai-born Stand By Coffee is expanding its neighbourhood café story with its newest Juhu outpost. Built around quality coffee without unnecessary fuss, the café combines espresso-based drinks and pour-overs with all-day breakfast, comfort food and contemporary plates. The Juhu location also introduces Ube to the brand’s beverage menu, adding another playful element to its evolving café offering.
Where: Juhu, Mumbai
K- Bites, Bandra
K-Bites, a new-age Korean street-food QSR by Ambros World Foods, has opened its first Mumbai outlet on Hill Road, Bandra, bringing the flavours of Seoul to the city in an accessible, everyday format. The menu features Miso Ramen, Khimchi Noodles, Bao, K House Special Rice and Bibimbap, alongside Korean-inspired quick bites. Designed with vibrant Korean street-market influences, the space features colourful graphics, lanterns, warm lighting and an open kitchen. Where: Hill Road, Bandra, Mumbai. Average cost: ₹450–₹500 per person.
Chili’s, Worldmark, Aerocity
Chili’s Grill & Bar has opened its latest outlet at World St. at 5 Worldmark, Aerocity, marking its 25th outlet in India and 10th in Delhi NCR. The new restaurant brings the brand’s signature Tex-Mex experience to one of Delhi’s key lifestyle and business hubs, with favourites including sizzling fajitas, burgers, loaded nachos, ribs, salads, margaritas and signature drinks. Vibrant interiors and a lively setting make it suited for casual meals, celebrations and social outings. Where: World St. at 5 Worldmark, Aerocity, New Delhi.
Wendy’s, Elpro City Square Mall, Pune
Wendy’s India has expanded its Pune presence with a new outlet at Elpro City Square Mall in Pimpri-Chinchwad. The food-court location brings its signature burgers, fries and desserts to the retail destination, alongside globally inspired flavours spanning Argentina, Louisiana, Korea, Mexico and India. Its recently launched Teriyaki Burger range also adds a Japanese-inspired option to the mix.
Where: Third Floor, Elpro City Square, Pune
MaatriBhoomi, Noida
MaatriBhoomi brings India’s diverse regional culinary heritage to Noida through an elevated dining experience inspired by a 14,000-km culinary journey across the country. The premium restaurant celebrates authentic recipes, indigenous ingredients, traditional techniques and food stories from different regions, presenting them in a refined contemporary setting. More than just a dining destination, MaatriBhoomi focuses on culinary discovery and storytelling, allowing diners to experience the distinct flavours and cultural identities that make Indian cuisine so diverse.
Where: Botanical Garden Metro Station, Sector 38, Noida
Hosa Hyderabad, The Loft
After making its mark in Goa and Gurugram, Hosa has arrived in Hyderabad with a new outpost at The Loft, RMZ Nexity. The restaurant explores the diversity of South Indian cuisine through regional flavours, contemporary techniques and tropical-inspired cocktails. Hyderabad also gets exclusive creations alongside Hosa signatures, while the Hosa Filter Coffee Club adds a dedicated afternoon coffee ritual.
Where: The Loft, RMZ Nexity, HITEC City, Hyderabad
Average price per head: ₹1,200 for lunch; ₹1,800 for dinner
The Bawa Kitchen, Chakala, Mumbai
Mumbai’s Chakala has a new address for hearty North Indian dining with the launch of The Bawa Kitchen. The newest dine-in outpost brings together Butter Chicken, aromatic biryanis, kebabs, Mughlai preparations and Punjabi classics, making it particularly suited to group meals. It is the kind of new neighbourhood restaurant designed for arriving hungry and ordering generously.
Where: Cardinal Gracious Road, next to Hotel Samraj Building, Andheri East, Mumbai
Third Wave Coffee, Visakhapatnam
Third Wave Coffee has entered Andhra Pradesh with two new cafés in Visakhapatnam, marking another step in its South India expansion. Located at Waltair Road and Inorbit Mall, the cafés bring together specialty coffee, single-origin brews, artisanal bakes and quick bites in work-friendly spaces. The launch also takes the brand’s South India café count beyond 100, adding a new destination to its growing network.
Where: Waltair Road and Inorbit Mall, Visakhapatnam
Perilicious – Smash Burgers & Grills, Delhi
After growing from a 20-seater in Malviya Nagar to three outlets, Perilicious – Smash Burgers & Grills has expanded to GK-2 with a larger 43-seater format and an extended food and drinks offering. Alongside its signature smash burgers, grills, loaded fries, tenders and smashed tacos, the new outlet introduces draught beer, wine and lighter cocktails. The Michelada, White Wine Picante and Red Wine Float add a fresh drinking angle to its casual dining format.
Where: GK-2, M-Block, Greater Kailash, New Delhi
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