Local Eats Edit: New Restaurant Launches, Outlets and Menus This Week!

A crisp roundup of India’s latest restaurant and menu launches, from Japanese regional dining and Punjabi comfort classics to Thai set lunches, winter ramen bowls, and more—capturing the season’s freshest culinary updates in one place.

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Anisha Khole
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For this week's Local Eats Edit, we bring you the finest restaurants!  India's culinary scene is constantly evolving — and 2026 is already shaping up to be a flavourful year. Whether you’re in the mood for fine dining, street-style dishes, or just a perfect cup of coffee, here’s a look at the newest spots in town that everyone’s talking about.

Together – A Hidden Bar for Music, Design, and Quiet Connection

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Tucked behind an unassuming entrance, Together brings Tokyo-inspired kissa culture to Delhi with vinyl-led music, warm lighting, and deeply intentional design. The space blends textured mirrors, cobbled walls, and intimate corners that encourage slow conversations and mindful sipping. With jazz records, curated cocktails, and a dedicated listening room, the bar transforms nightlife into a sensory, immersive experience.

Beiruna at The Fern Mumbai Curates Ramadan Iftaar & Sehri Boxes

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Beiruna at The Fern Mumbai extended its Middle Eastern dining experience into homes with thoughtfully curated Iftaar and Sehri boxes for the season. The spread features mezze like hummus, fattoush, and Batata Harra, followed by flavourful grills and soulful mains such as Mandi Rice and Dawood Baasha. Rooted in tradition and abundance, the offering reflects togetherness, reflection, and comforting festive dining.

IDYLLL Cocktail Room – A New Music-Led Nightlife Chapter in Bengaluru

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IDYLLL introduced its bold Cocktail Room concept, where live music, high-energy vibes, and inventive cocktails take centre stage. The menu showcases reimagined Indian flavours through drinks like Amla Picante and Kachha Aam Pakka Aam, blending regional twists with contemporary mixology. Designed for after-work crowds and nightlife enthusiasts, the space shifts from dining to a full-throttle cocktail-led experience.

Call Me Sofia – Leading Mumbai’s Aperitivo Culture Movement

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Call Me Sofia champions the art of aperitivo in Mumbai with a focus on slow sipping, small plates, and intentional evenings. Inspired by the refined European ritual, the experience prioritises balance, sociability, and flavour-forward drinks over high-energy nightlife. It reflects the city’s growing shift towards mindful dining and atmosphere-driven social experiences.

Coppetto Artisan Gelato – New Oshiwara Store in Mumbai

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Coppetto expanded its artisanal footprint in Mumbai with a new Oshiwara outlet, joining its existing locations across the city. Known for small-batch production and honest flavours, the brand continues to focus on high-quality ingredients and freshly churned gelato. The new store is designed as a relaxed neighbourhood dessert spot for casual indulgence and late-night cravings.

Ice Cream Works Gold Launches A Summer of Edible Gold Indulgence

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Ice Cream Works Gold turns summer desserts into edible art with indulgent creations topped with edible gold and silver. Signature sundaes like Gold Rush and Opulence Golden Sundaes feature layered sauces, premium scoops, and luxe textures. Crafted without artificial flavours or colours, the menu delivers a sensory, maximalist dessert experience.

Soy Soi at Zega, Sheraton Hyderabad Exclusive Pan-Asian Pop-Up

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Chennai’s celebrated Pan-Asian restaurant Soy Soi arrives at Zega, Sheraton Hyderabad for a limited-time pop-up. Led by Chef Peter Tseng, the menu draws inspiration from Southeast Asian street food cultures, from dumplings to bold, flavour-packed small plates. The three-day experience brings authentic regional influences to Hyderabad without the need to travel.

Hunaaan A Lunar New Year Menu Rooted in Tradition and Togetherness

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Hunaaan marked the Lunar New Year with a festive menu inspired by renewal, prosperity, and communal dining. The spread includes symbolic dishes like dumplings, baos, fried rice, and whole fish, representing abundance and celebration. Blending cultural significance with contemporary Pan-Asian craftsmanship, the menu is designed for shared, meaningful meals.

Via Bombay An Indian-Inspired Seafood Boil Experience

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Via Bombay introduced a bold seafood boil concept infused with Indian regional flavours and coastal influences. Featuring crab, prawns, squid, and clams slow-cooked in gravies like Kolhapuri Masala and Butter Garlic, the experience is immersive and indulgent. The feast blends global dining trends with rich Indian spice profiles for a flavour-packed celebration of seafood.

Radio Bar Expands with a New High-Energy Outlet in Malad

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Radio Bar has expanded its Mumbai presence with the launch of its fourth outlet in Malad, marking its second address in the city after Khar. Conceptualised as a music-driven, nostalgia-led social space, the new outpost transitions seamlessly from daytime lunches to high-energy evenings. The menu blends global comfort bites with inventive cocktails inspired by Indian flavours, reinforcing its identity as a lively, community-focused bar.

Reflections, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu Launches ‘Evenings at Play’

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Reflections at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu introduced ‘Evenings at Play’, a curated programme centred around live cricket screenings in a relaxed lounge setting. The experience pairs widescreen match viewings with exclusive beer offers, signature cocktails, and refined bar bites designed for leisurely evenings. With plush interiors and ambient lighting, the space positions itself as a polished yet spirited destination for sports-led social gatherings.

Sidecar Takeover at The Library Bar, The Leela Hyderabad A One-Night Cocktail Showcase

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India’s acclaimed cocktail bar Sidecar heads to The Library Bar at The Leela Hyderabad for a one-night-only takeover experience. The showcase features a limited-edition cocktail menu crafted by the bar’s award-winning team, bringing globally recognised Indian mixology to the city. The collaboration highlights Hyderabad’s growing cocktail culture while offering guests an exclusive, immersive bar experience.

Toscano Opens Its Fourth Mumbai Outlet in Malad

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Toscano expanded its Mumbai footprint with a new Malad address, bringing its Tuscan-inspired Italian dining experience to the neighbourhood. Known for artisanal sourdough pizzas, creamy pastas, and signature dishes like Chicken di Toscano and Spaghetti Aglio Olio, the brand continues its steady pan-India growth. The new space reinforces Toscano’s promise of refined comfort and consistent hospitality.

Common Time Opens a Second Delhi Address in Basant Lok

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Common Time extended its global coffee philosophy to Basant Lok, Vasant Vihar, marking its second outpost in Delhi. Designed with clean, tactile minimalism and centred around an immersive espresso bar experience, the café blends seamlessly into the rhythm of the neighbourhood. It positions itself as an everyday ritual space rooted in thoughtful design and elevated coffee culture.

Majlis – Introduces ‘Jashn-e-Iftaar’ for Ramadan

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Majlis presented Jashn-e-Iftaar, a specially curated Ramadan dining experience that honours tradition with refined elegance. The menu unfolds from classic Iftari beginnings to comforting haleem, biryanis, and regional favourites designed for communal gatherings. Available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian formats, the offering caters to intimate dinners and larger celebrations alike.

The Westin Pune Koregaon Park Hosts ‘A Taste of Tangra’

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The Westin Pune Koregaon Park brought Kolkata’s iconic Indo-Chinese legacy to the city with A Taste of Tangra. Led by Chef Edwin Liao of Tai Sen Chinese Eating House, the experience celebrates authentic Tangra cuisine through heritage recipes and masterful wok techniques. Traditional Lion Dance performances add a festive cultural dimension to the immersive dining showcase.

Radisson Blu Bengaluru Outer Ring Road Launches The Ultimate 90’s Brunch

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Radisson Blu Bengaluru Outer Ring Road reintroduced the nostalgia of the 1990s with a themed Sunday brunch at Mélange. From cotton candy counters and birthday-party bites to classic chowmein and retro candies, the experience blends food with memory-driven moments. Designed for families and millennials alike, the brunch revives the playful spirit of pre-digital Sundays.

PUBLIC Beer Hall & Snack Bar Opens in Versova

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PUBLIC Beer Hall & Snack Bar launched in Versova as a no-reservations, fuss-free neighbourhood hangout. Built around cold beers, straight spirits, and hyper-regional Indian snacks, the concept fills the gap between upscale cocktail bars and old-school quarter bars. With bright, unpretentious interiors and community-driven energy, it celebrates everyday Bombay social culture.

Waarsa Unveils a Ramadan Special Menu of Awadhi Classics

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Waarsa presented a Ramadan Special Menu inspired by Awadhi mehman-nawazi and slow-cooked culinary traditions. Featuring kebabs, haleem, nihari, biryanis, and nostalgic desserts, the seasonal offering blends generosity with refinement. Limited intimate Iftar gatherings further personalise the experience for small groups seeking a meaningful celebration.

Foo Introduces the ‘Take the Reins’ Chinese New Year Menu

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Foo launched its limited-edition ‘Take the Reins’ menu in celebration of the Year of the Horse. Featuring festive sushi rolls, symbolic dim sums, and shareable Pan-Asian plates, the offering blends traditional Lunar New Year elements with contemporary flair. Available across multiple cities, the menu invites guests to celebrate through vibrant, communal dining. 

Foodsta Kitchens Launches Zen Chai in Whitefield, Bengaluru

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Foodsta Kitchens introduced Zen Chai, a bubble tea concept blending Taiwanese tea artistry with Indian beverage culture. The Whitefield launch marks the brand’s fourth vertical, offering fruit-forward iced teas, creamy milk teas, layered smoothies, and customisable boba options. Designed as a playful, social hangout, Zen Chai taps into Bengaluru’s growing appetite for experiential beverage spaces.

Zaatar w Zeit introduces its Signature Platters

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Zaatar w Zeit introduced its Signature Platters,  a thoughtfully curated spread that brings together the brand’s most-loved Middle Eastern flavours on one platter. Available in Veg and Non-Veg options, each platter features a balanced mix of mezze, dips, fresh salads, pita, and signature mains, crafted for sharing or indulgent solo dining.

Bringing Colours to Sound: Curated Holi Party at Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall

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This Holi, turn up your celebrations with a high-energy music festival at Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall. Headlining the celebration is a power-packed DJ lineup featuring DJ Melvin, DJ Allen, DJ Loop Kave, and DJ Darsh. The energy is carried forward in the special food counters adorning the party floor, serving up cult favourites like the hearty pav bhaji, fiery biryanis, chole kulche, chaats and a special Tiramisu counter for an added global flair.

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