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Franchise News: Pune Gets a New Culinary Landmark as NUÈE Opens in Kalyani Nagar
Pune’s culinary scene has welcomed a distinctive new entrant with the opening of NUÈE, a fine-dining restaurant in Kalyani Nagar established by Chef Pranav Vijay Sawant in partnership with Thousand Pines Hospitality. The restaurant introduces a farm-led,
Punjab Grill Opens 60th Restaurant in Bengaluru, Strengthening Its Fine-Dining Footprint
Punjab Grill, one of India’s most celebrated fine-dining restaurant chains, has achieved a major growth milestone with the opening of its 60th outlet at Bagmane Solarium City in Bengaluru.
SALT Expands to Mumbai with New Malad Outlet Showcasing Modern Indian Cuisine
SALT, the popular restaurant brand known for reinventing Indian cuisine, has entered the Mumbai market with the launch of its newest outlet in Malad. Having already built a strong presence in cities
Together Hospitality Launches Izipizi Street in Pune, Bringing Southeast Asia’s Vibrant Street Food Culture to Life
Together Hospitality has expanded Pune’s culinary landscape with the launch of Izipizi Street in Kalyani Nagar, a new dining destination inspired by the lively street food cultures of Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Korea, and Japan.
7 Best Café and Beverage Franchise Brands in India Under Rs 20 Lakhs
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Paper & Pie Launches Fifth Café in Bengaluru's Hebbal
The vibrant café culture of Bengaluru welcomes a brand-new destination as Paper & Pie officially opens the doors to its fifth outlet, located at the Godrej Centre in Hebbal, Sahakar Nagar.
Kwality Launches at DLF CyberHub: Iconic Delhi Restaurant Enters Gurugram
The historic legacy of Delhi’s iconic restaurant brand, Kwality, has entered a vibrant new chapter with the grand opening of its latest destination at DLF CyberHub in Gurugram.
Zetu Debuts in Delhi: New 175-Seater Restaurant Showcases Modern Sri Lankan Cuisine in Mehrauli
Delhi’s culinary landscape has welcomed a distinctive new addition with the launch of Zetu, a 175-seater restaurant located at 1AQ in Mehrauli. Founded by Sarah Nikahetiya, Anurag Dania, Abhishek Mathur, and hospitality entrepreneur Sagar Garg,
Boba Bhai Opens 100th Store in Gurugram, Expands Bubble Tea and Korean QSR Network
Boba Bhai has launched its 100th outlet in Gurugram, marking a major expansion milestone for the bubble tea and Korean street food brand as it accelerates growth across India.
The Embassy Restaurant Opens Gurgaon Outlet at Elan Epic Mall, Expands Legacy Dining Brand
The Embassy Restaurant has expanded to Gurgaon with a new outlet at Elan Epic Mall, bringing its iconic dishes, heritage recipes, and 78-year dining legacy to a new generation of customers
Cream Centre Opens Second Bengaluru Outlet at Forum Mall, Expands South India Presence
Cream Centre has launched its second Bengaluru outlet at Forum Mall, bringing its iconic vegetarian menu, family-friendly dining experience, and popular Aamras Festival to more customers in the city.
Izumi Expands to Hyderabad with Largest Japanese Restaurant Outlet, Strengthening India Presence
Izumi has launched its third restaurant in India and its largest outlet yet in Hyderabad, featuring authentic Japanese cuisine, an expanded robata grill menu, ramen offerings, signature cocktails, and a live sushi bar.
Franchise News: AAMI Café and Bistro Opens in Candolim Goa
Located beside a heritage Portuguese residence restored by the Lobo family, the property brings together dining and stay experiences within a heritage setting.
Franchise News: Kwality Wall’s Reports Loss as Magnum Expands India Operations
Despite the losses, the company is moving ahead with its India expansion strategy as part of its wider global operations plan.
Top 7 Fast-Growing Street Food Franchise Brands in India (Low Investment Picks)
This shift is creating fresh opportunities for investors looking to enter the food and beverage sector through low-investment franchise models.
TGI Fridays Opens Flagship Restaurant in Delhi’s Connaught Place
The opening marks another step in TGI Fridays’ expansion strategy in India, with additional outlets planned as part of a phased rollout.
Franchise News: The Leela Opens The Azulian House in Bengaluru
The new venue combines global cuisine, an agave-focused beverage programme, and Bengaluru’s Garden City identity within an ingredient-led dining format.
Franchise News: Tim Hortons Plans 480 Restaurant Projects Across Canada in 2026
The coffee and restaurant chain said 340 restaurant owners will invest in the construction and renovation of 480 restaurants during 2026.
Franchise News: PIXI Debuts in Bengaluru with Restaurant and Taproom Format
The concept combines restaurant dining, cocktails, specialty coffee, and craft beer within a neighbourhood-focused setting.
Franchise News: Bastian Hospitality Enters Ahmedabad with Maison Twenty-Seven
The launch follows AAHL’s recent partnership with IHG Hotels and Resorts for airport-linked hotel developments across key Indian cities.
Franchise News: Olive Garden Enters India with First Restaurant in Delhi Aerocity
The brand’s India operations will be led by Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group (GIHG), which will drive its expansion and growth strategy in the country.
Travel Food Services Posts 21.5% PAT Growth in FY26 Driven by Airport Expansion and Outlet Additions
Travel Food Services Limited (TFS) has reported robust financial growth for the fourth quarter and full financial year ended March 31, 2026, supported by aggressive outlet expansion, rising airport operations, and continued momentum across its travel QSR
TwentySeven Bakehouse Expands Mumbai Presence with New Goregaon Outlet
Mumbai-based bakery and café brand TwentySeven Bakehouse has expanded its retail footprint with the launch of a new outlet at Oberoi Garden City in Goregaon. The latest addition marks the company’s fourth physical store in the city
FOO Expands Mumbai Footprint with Launch of 15th Outlet in Juhu
Pan-Asian restaurant chain FOO has strengthened its presence in Mumbai with the launch of its newest outlet in Juhu, marking the brand’s 15th restaurant in India and its 10th location in Mumbai.
Benedict’s Opens All-Day Dining Restaurant in Bengaluru
The neighbourhood diner-style restaurant offers a full-service dining experience with an all-day menu that combines breakfast classics with globally influenced dishes.
FOO Opens 15th Outlet with New Restaurant in Mumbai’s Juhu
Designed with both indoor and outdoor seating areas, the outlet features a curved layout, an open-air section covered by a tensile canopy, greenery, suspended lanterns, and a central red marble bar counter.
Franchise News: Chinese Wok Opens Second Outlet in Dehradun
According to the company, Dehradun is an important market as Chinese Wok strengthens its presence beyond Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh into Uttarakhand.
Franchise News: Street Foods by Punjab Grill Opens Delhi Dine-In Outlet
Over the years, the brand has expanded across multiple cities with a menu centred on Punjabi street food and dishes associated with the Punjab Grill brand portfolio.
Franchise News: Street Foods by Punjab Grill Opens Delhi Dine-In Outlet
Over the years, the brand has expanded across multiple cities with a menu centred on Punjabi street food and dishes associated with the Punjab Grill brand portfolio.
Franchise News: Mamagoto Revamps DLF Promenade Restaurant in Delhi
The company said the outlet has been positioned as a dine-in destination aimed at increasing customer engagement and longer stay durations.
Franchise News: Yoichi by Shiro Launches Vietnamese Hotpot Experience
The offering is positioned as a communal dining experience targeting both office-goers and evening diners within the tech park ecosystem.
Franchise News: Phoenix Mall of Asia Opens SICILIANA in Bengaluru
The Bengaluru outlet marks the continued expansion of the SICILIANA brand after launches in Kolkata, Thane, and Mumbai.
Franchise News: Jango Opens New Café and Cocktail Bar in Bengaluru
Designed as a neighbourhood-focused social space, Jango operates as a café during the day and transitions into a dining and cocktail destination in the evening.
Daryaganj Launches Premium ‘Daryaganj Gold’ Format in New Delhi with Elevated Dining Experience
Daryaganj Restaurants has unveiled its first-ever Daryaganj Gold outlet in Aerocity, New Delhi, introducing a premium dining format designed to offer a more immersive and elevated hospitality experience.
Aditya Birla Group Partners with Joe & The Juice to Bring Danish Café Chain to India
Aditya Birla Group is expanding its presence in the food and beverage sector through a new partnership with Danish café chain Joe & The Juice, marking a significant step in the conglomerate’s hospitality growth strategy.
Gourmet Investments Targets Rapid India Expansion, Plans to Scale Restaurant Network to 125 Outlets
Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group is preparing for a major expansion in India’s food and beverage sector, with plans to nearly double its restaurant network over the next three years
TWH Hospitality Opens Second Nazeer Foods Restaurant in Zirakpur
The new outlet has been introduced as an Old Delhi-themed Mughlai fine-dining restaurant catering to the Chandigarh-Tricity market.
Franchise News: Chowman Expands to 40 Restaurants Across India
Founded in 2010 by Debaditya Chaudhury, the brand started with a focus on Indo-Chinese cuisine inspired by Kolkata’s food culture and has gradually expanded into multiple urban markets across India.
Franchise News: Gong Pan Asian Restaurant Opens in Bandra
The restaurant also features a cocktail and non-alcoholic beverage programme inspired by Asian ingredients and flavours.
Olive Garden Enters India with First Restaurant in New Delhi
Located in Aerocity’s hospitality and dining district, the restaurant introduces Olive Garden’s family-style American-Italian dining format to Indian consumers.
Franchise News: Blue Water Grille Adds Third Outlet in Delhi
Founded in 2007 by Harmohan Singh, the company started as a dine-in and takeaway restaurant in Punjabi Bagh before gradually expanding its operations across the city.
Gram Street Opens Specialty Café in Gurugram
Designed as a quick-service café, Gram Street features a compact layout with lilac interiors, chrome finishes, and a glass-front design inspired by contemporary Asian café formats.
Conçu Expands to Mumbai with First Colaba Outlet
Conçu began as a made-to-order cake boutique in Hyderabad and has since expanded into a multi-city café business.
Popeyes Opens Three New Restaurants in Pune
The locations have been selected to improve access across major residential and commercial areas in Pune.
Franchise News: Effingut Breweries Opens New Brewpub in Navi Mumbai
The company has also introduced its wider food and beverage programme in Navi Mumbai through the new outlet.
Franchise News: Guacamole Co Opens Mexican QSR Outlet in Delhi
Customers can choose from fillings such as Crispy Mushroom, Chipotle Paneer, Chipotle Chicken, and Birria across different menu categories.
Franchise News: Oota Opens Regional Cuisine Restaurant in Hyderabad
The new outlet focuses on the regional cuisines of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with an emphasis on local recipes and traditional cooking methods.
Franchise News: P.F. Chang’s Opens New Outlet at Aerocity Delhi
The company said the Aerocity location aligns with its expansion strategy focused on high-footfall urban destinations with a mix of corporate professionals, travellers, and local consumers.
Cutting Cocktails Opens Affordable Drinks Format in Mumbai
The concept is inspired by Mumbai’s “cutting chai” culture, where smaller servings are commonly associated with affordability and convenience.
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Nolte Küchen Opens New Flagship Kitchen Showroom in Bengaluru
The store offers multiple kitchen layouts, materials, and configurations catering to different customer requirements and budgets.
Jazz Cafés and Street Culture: Inside Mamagoto’s Stylized Transformation at DLF Promenade
The landscape of Asian casual dining in India is witnessing a nostalgic shift as Mamagoto reintroduces its DLF Promenade location with a vibrant new identity rooted in 1970s Asian pop culture.
Sunny Leone’s Chica Loca Redefines Experiential Dining with Bold Expansion Strategy
In the high-stakes world of the modern hospitality industry, Chica Loca by Sunny Leone has successfully established a distinctive identity by merging fine culinary craftsmanship with a high octane nightlife atmosphere.
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Monarchy Opens Vegetarian Dining Restaurant in Andheri
The restaurant has been positioned as an all-day dining space catering to consumers looking for premium vegetarian food experiences in Mumbai’s western suburbs.
AcQua Cafe and Bar Opens at The Aaureum Resort in Bhilwara
Located within the resort property, the cafe and bar offers cocktails, mocktails, and a menu of contemporary dishes in a poolside setting designed for evening dining and social gatherings.
Si Nonna’s Opens New Restaurant in Connaught Place
Located at the Marina Building, the launch takes the brand’s total outlet count in the region to six, including its recently opened Dwarka restaurant.
Nandan Coffee Debuts First Flagship Destination in Bengaluru
Nandan Coffee has officially established its first flagship presence in Bengaluru at Embassy One on Bellary Road, marking a strategic milestone in the brand’s mission to bring its "farm-to-cup" philosophy to a sophisticated urban audience.
ATE Omakase Introduces Curated Coffee Format in Gurugram
The format draws inspiration from the Japanese omakase dining style, where the experience is shaped by the chef or host.
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Burger Singh Expands West Bengal Presence with New Outlet in Howrah
The company said the launch aligns with its focus on expanding in densely populated cities with growing demand for quick-service dining.
Franchise News: Tossin Pizza Opens Second Outlet in Hyderabad
The launch follows the performance of its first outlet in Gachibowli and takes the brand’s total store count to 26 across India.
Franchise News: Gola Sizzlers Opens Gola Privé in New Delhi
Gola Privé has been introduced as an extension of the brand, offering a more controlled and intimate setting compared to its existing outlets.
Franchise News: Blue Tokai Expands in Hyderabad with Second Origins Store
The new store marks the brand’s continued focus on experiential formats in a market that has seen rising consumer interest in coffee culture.
Cha and Co Opens Matcha-focused Café Concept in India
The café was founded by Ayushi Sharma and Amogh Sharma, with an emphasis on consistent quality through controlled sourcing and preparation.
Franchise News: 1.5 Degree Opens Two Plant-based Outlets in Delhi
The launch comes alongside a funding commitment of one million dollars from 35North Ventures, indicating investor interest in the category.
Franchise News: NŌDO Enters Khan Market with Quick Asian Format
The brand is positioning itself as a grab-and-go Pan Asian kitchen, focusing on speed, portability, and consistency.
Franchise News: Skope Kitchens Enters Shawarma Segment with Al Mashawi
The brand is currently operational across multiple locations in Bengaluru, marking a step forward in the company’s B2C strategy alongside its B2B kitchen infrastructure business.
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CinCin Enters Gurugram as Aditya Birla Expands Dining Biz
CinCin was first introduced in Mumbai and has been part of the company’s hospitality portfolio.