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

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.

Paro Restaurant and Bar Launches New Menu

Paro Restaurant and Bar launches a new menu. The menu features various culinary creations like the Pav Bhaji Rolls, Dal Baati Bites, Valley of Bihu, which is inspired by the heart of the Brahmaputra valley, Assam tea meets crisp vodka, mixed with the tropical sweetness of passionfruit and the zesty lift of mosambi lime. 

Foo Sum Brunch Brings Pan-Asian Dining to Mumbai Weekends

Foo introduced the Foo Sum Brunch as an unhurried, unlimited Pan-Asian dining experience designed for relaxed Sundays. The spread brings together sushi, dim sum, small plates, mains, and desserts drawn from the brand’s existing menu. 

Baroak Opens in Noida’s Sector 15A

Baroak opens in Noida Sector 15A as a standalone indoor–outdoor dining and bar space focused on slower pacing and considered design. The venue balances refined indoor seating with an open-air garden, allowing the atmosphere to shift naturally from day to evening. 

OJU Introduces an Intimate Omakase Experience in Mumbai

OJU, the Japanese dining destination located in Colaba, introduced a seated eight-course Omakase experience rooted in seasonality and chef-led storytelling. Curated by Chef Nitin Bhardwaj, the menu moves through robata grills, tempuras, gyozas, and vegetarian preparations, paired with select beverages.

Ammakai Marks Republic Day with a Community Breakfast

Ammakai hosts a free Karnataka-style breakfast at its Bandra outlet on Republic Day as a gesture centred on togetherness and tradition. The menu includes staples such as idlis, dosas, sambhar, and chutneys, reflecting homestyle regional cooking. 

Nom Nom Express Marks Republic Day with a Limited Bao Offer

Nom Nom Express observes Republic Day with a one-day pricing offer on select bao variants. The offer includes the Crispy Veg Patty Bao and Chilli Chicken Bao, available for dine-in and takeaway. The promotion is limited to 26 January and applies only to the specified items.

Pondichéry Café Hosts a Republic Day Brunch at Sofitel Mumbai BKC

Pondichéry Café presented the Unity of Flavours Brunch, bringing together Indian regional dishes alongside global cuisines. The spread includes biryanis, kebabs, chaat, Gujarati Undhiyu, and international counters such as sushi, mezze, pasta, and cheese selections. 

JW Kitchen Curates a Republic Day Brunch at JW Marriott Bengaluru

JW Kitchen marks Republic Day with a brunch highlighting flavours from across India’s regions. Live stations, coastal preparations, Himalayan dishes, street food counters, and vegetarian classics form the core of the experience. The meal concludes with Indian desserts and is accompanied by live classical music.

SALT Hosts a Republic Day Brunch in Kammanahalli

SALT Indian Restaurant Bar & Grill presents a Republic Day brunch centred on regional Indian dishes and live counters. The menu spans chaat, starters, curries, biryanis, breads, and desserts, balancing vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The brunch reflects the restaurant’s contemporary approach to familiar Indian flavours.

Ourém and TARI India Present a Collaborative Menu

Ourém partnered with TARI India for a limited-time menu that brings together Goan and Awadhi culinary influences. Guided by Chef Unnati Gupta and the TARI team, the menu focuses on regional techniques and shared storytelling through food. Select dishes reinterpret traditional flavours while maintaining their cultural roots.

Toscano Opens a New Restaurant in Balewadi

Toscano opened its Balewadi outlet as the brand’s fourth location in Pune, continuing its focus on Italian culinary traditions. The menu features hand-rolled pastas, sourdough pizzas, and established dishes that have become staples across the brand’s outlets. 

Spice Oasis Hosts a Republic Day Brunch at IRA by Orchid Hotel Mumbai

Spice Oasis at IRA by Orchid Hotel Mumbai presents a Republic Day brunch inspired by India’s regional cuisines. The spread includes live stations, chef-led counters, and traditional flavours served in a themed dining environment. The brunch takes place on 26 January and is designed as a relaxed, extended meal.

Republic Day Buffet at The Orchid Hotel Pune

The Orchid Hotel, Pune marks Republic Day with a special buffet designed for families and groups. The dining experience focuses on familiar flavours and a festive atmosphere suited to the national holiday. Special consideration is extended to defence personnel as part of the observance.

Republic Day Brunch at Boulevard, The Orchid Hotel, Mumbai

Boulevard at The Orchid Hotel, Mumbai hosts a Republic Day brunch featuring a wide-ranging spread of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The menu moves from soups and starters to Indian mains, biryanis, breads, and desserts, supported by multiple live counters. 

Republic Day Brunch at The Market, The Westin Pune Koregaon Park

The Market at The Westin Pune Koregaon Park presents a Republic Day brunch inspired by India’s regional street food traditions. The spread spans flavours from across the country, supported by live cooking stations and interactive counters. 

House of Negroni Returns to KOKO

KOKO brings back House of Negroni, a limited-period cocktail experience running across its outlets in Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. The menu reinterprets the classic Negroni through multiple variations that retain its core structure while exploring new techniques and flavour profiles. 

Tokki Tora Introduces Tricolour-Inspired Specials

Tokki Tora presents a tricolour-themed selection of food and drinks aligned with the Republic Day period. The offerings draw visual inspiration from the national colours while staying rooted in Japanese and Korean culinary techniques. The menu focuses on presentation-led dishes designed for a celebratory dining moment.

Republic Day Dining at Onrique

Onrique offers a relaxed Republic Day dining experience centred on European comfort cuisine. The menu travels across regional European flavours, balancing breads, grilled dishes, seafood, and vegetarian plates. The setting supports a slow-paced meal suited for small groups and families.

Republic Day Dinner Experience at DEA 

DEA approaches Republic Day through its fire-led, technique-driven dining format. The menu highlights open-flame cooking, fermentation, and bold flavour profiles across savoury dishes and desserts. As the evening progresses, the space transitions into a more energetic, immersive dining environment.

Republic Day at Indulge Creamery Café

Indulge Creamery Café offers an all-day, casual setting for Republic Day dining. The menu brings together ice creams, milkshakes, coffee, and café-style comfort food. The space supports unhurried visits across the day, from quick stops to longer sit-downs.

Republic Day Bubbalicious Brunch at JW Marriott Goa

JW Marriott Goa hosts a Republic Day Bubbalicious Brunch at JW Kitchen featuring Indian and global flavours. The experience combines themed décor, curated dishes, and beverage pairings in a relaxed afternoon format. Live music and access to the poolside area extend the celebration beyond the table.

Anardana Introduces a New Cocktail Collection

Anardana unveiled a cocktail menu inspired by street flavours from India and abroad. Each drink reinterprets familiar tastes through structured techniques and layered profiles. The collection balances inventive creations with established cocktail classics.

Creme Cookies Focuses on Freshly Baked Desserts

Creme Cookies centred its concept on baking cookies fresh and serving them warm throughout the day. The menu features egg-free New York–style cookies that emphasise texture, balance, and freshness. Small-batch baking shapes both flavour and consistency across offerings.

Veganuary Dining Experience at Hilton Bangalore

Hilton Bangalore presented a Veganuary menu highlighting plant-forward dishes. The spread focuses on reimagined comfort food and global flavours built around plant-based proteins. The experience reflects a broader shift toward mindful and sustainable eating.

Republic Day at World of Palates

World of Palates marks Republic Day with a vegetarian menu that blends global and Indian-inspired dishes. The offering spans salads, small plates, mains, and desserts, with an emphasis on variety and familiarity. A limited-time offer accompanies the dining experience during the holiday period.

Nandhini Deluxe in Bangalore Introduces Seasonal Biryani Pairings

Nandhini Deluxe launched a seasonal campaign pairing its spicier biryanis with beer. The focus remains on balancing heat-heavy Andhra-style preparations with cooling accompaniments. The campaign runs across select outlets during the winter period.

Punjabi Culinary Showcase at The Market The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore

The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore presented a Punjabi culinary showcase at The Market, drawing from the everyday cooking traditions of the region. The menu highlights slow-cooked dishes, robust spice blends, and winter staples such as sarson da saag with makki di roti, alongside meat preparations rooted in regional practice. 

Gigi Introduces Signature Cocktail Menu 2.0

Gigi Bombay entered 2026 with Signature Cocktail Menu 2.0, a collection that revisits familiar drinks through a contemporary lens. Curated by mixologist Fay Barretto, the menu blends established signatures with newer interpretations inspired by memory, time, and emotion. 

Noon at Hunaaan Brings Structure to the Workday Lunch

Hunaaan introduced Noon at Hunaaan, a weekday set lunch designed for Bengaluru’s fast-paced afternoons. The five-course pan-Asian menu moves through soups, sushi, dim sum, mains, and dessert in portions suited to mid-day dining. The format balances efficiency with flavour, making it suited for professional lunches and quick catch-ups.

Whiskey and Sake Pairing Experience at TK’s Oriental Grill

Hyatt Regency Delhi presents a limited-period whiskey and sake pairing experience at TK’s Oriental Grill. The menu pairs Teppanyaki cooking with Japanese spirits, exploring how texture, smoke, and temperature interact with whisky and sake profiles. 

Yakitori Takes Centre Stage at Kuuraku Nexus Shantiniketan

Kuuraku Nexus Shantiniketan highlights charcoal-grilled Japanese dishes with a focus on yakitori and seasonal vegetables. Prepared over traditional charcoal, the cooking style emphasises simplicity, balance, and minimal oil. Sushi and house-made goma-dofu add lighter elements to the menu.

Gaijin Expands Its Menu with New Additions

Gaijin in Khar introduced new menu additions rooted in Japanese technique and restrained flavour-building. The small plates emphasise balance, texture, and seasonal produce across vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations. 

Wendy’s Opens Two New Dine-In Outlets in Gujarat

Wendy’s expands its Gujarat presence with new dine-in outlets in Ahmedabad and Anand. The restaurants are designed for both dine-in and takeaway formats, reflecting the brand’s standardised QSR model. The menu continues to offer globally inspired burger flavours alongside established favourites.

Kashmiri Culinary Pop-Up by Chef Tariq Ahmed at Bengaluru Marriott Whitefield

Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield hosts a Kashmiri pop-up led by Chef Tariq Ahmed. The menu draws from traditional Wazwan and home-style Kashmiri dishes, using spices and ingredients sourced directly from the region. The experience reflects a cuisine shaped by ritual, patience, and inherited knowledge.

Sustainability Takes Shape at Novotel Vijayawada Varun’s Breakfast Table

Novotel Vijayawada Varun integrates sustainability into its daily breakfast buffet through waste reduction practices. The initiative focuses on mindful planning, guest awareness, and responsible disposal. It positions everyday dining as a practical starting point for sustainable hospitality.

Republic Day Lunch at Sheraton Hyderabad

Sheraton Hyderabad marks Republic Day with a lunch centred on familiar Indian comfort foods. The menu revisits everyday classics associated with home-style dining rather than celebratory excess. Music and setting frame the meal as relaxed and reflective.

Republic Day Long Weekend at Mulberry Shades Bengaluru Nandi Hills

Mulberry Shades Bengaluru Nandi Hills approaches the Republic Day weekend through wellness-led programming. Yoga, sound healing, and slow-paced dining shape the experience, supported by locally sourced ingredients. A special Sunday brunch brings together regional Indian dishes in a relaxed hillside setting.

India’s Regional Kitchens at JW Kitchen, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru

JW Kitchen curates a month-long showcase of India’s regional cuisines at JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru. Each week highlights dishes tied to specific geographies, traditions, and cooking styles. Desserts rooted in home-style sweets complete the experience.

Republic Day Brunch at Lush, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel

Lush presents a Republic Day brunch focused on regional Indian flavours with selective international influences. Dishes from across the country are positioned alongside familiar global classics. The menu reflects India’s diversity through food rather than spectacle.

LOCO LANE Opens as a Competitive Socialising Space in Bengaluru

LOCO LANE launches in Bengaluru as a destination combining dining, cocktails, and interactive games. The space encourages participation and shared experiences rather than performance-driven entertainment. It is designed for casual gatherings across celebrations and everyday outings.

Republic Day Special Brunch at Lotus Café JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu

Lotus Café hosts a Republic Day brunch showcasing regional dishes from across India. The menu travels through North, South, East, and West Indian cuisines with select tricolour-inspired elements. The setting supports family-style dining in a festive but composed atmosphere.

Alfresco Evenings at Jugnu in Assagao

Jugnu in Assagao offers an outdoor dining experience shaped by the village’s slower seasonal rhythm. Cocktails, shareable plates, and wood-fired dishes encourage extended, unhurried meals. Over time, the space has settled into its role as a familiar neighbourhood bar rather than a destination-led venue.

Devour in the Hearty Flavours of India at Feast at the Sheraton Grand Pune this Republic Day 

This Republic Day, Sheraton Grand Pune brings together the rich regional flavours of India, from the mountains of Kashmir to the coasts of Kanyakumari, in a feast that honours the country’s culinary heritage. The culinary delights include Tiranga Paneer, Tikka Trio, Dahi ke Kebab, Lucknowi Galouti Kebab, Fish Tikka Ajwaini and more.

A Tricolour Brunch Affair: Curated Republic Day Brunch at La Utsav, Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall

This Republic Day, La Utsav at Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall presents a tricolour-inspired brunch designed as a culinary tribute to India’s diversity. Conceptualised within a vibrant, market-place–style setting, the spread brings together authentic regional dishes that reflect the country’s rich food traditions within a modern-day dining experience. 

Flavours of Freedom: Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport Marks Republic Day with a Two-Day Culinary Celebration

This Republic Day, Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport celebrates the spirit of India with a specially curated Republic Day Brunch at Momo Café on 25th January 2026 (1:00 PM to 4:00 PM), followed by Republic Day Lunch (12:30 pm – 3:00 pm) and Dinner (7:00 pm – 11:00 pm) on January 26, 2026. The two-day celebrations feature a dedicated kids’ engagement zone, ensuring young guests are entertained with tricolour face painting, DIY flag and badge making, colouring activities, balloon twisting, and more, allowing parents to enjoy a relaxed and festive afternoon.

 A Slice of Italy This Republic Day Weekend at Si Nonna’s

This Republic Day weekend, Si Nonna’s offers diners a delicious detour to Italy with its menu of authentic flavours and comforting favourites. Known for its much-loved 24-hour fermented sourdough pizzas, the brand presents a flavour-forward spread featuring signature favourites like Pizza No. 3, freshly baked Panuozzos, refreshing coolers and iced teas, select wines, and a line-up of indulgent desserts.

Taste the Tricolour at The Bluebop Cafe This Republic Day

This Republic Day weekend, The Bluebop Cafe is serving patriotism on a plate with a special Tricolour Menu on 25th and 26th January. Going 100% vegetarian, the menu features Tricoloured Pizza and Pasta, alongside festive Tricoloured Brownies and Cupcakes perfect for sharing. A refreshing Tricoloured Mocktail completes the celebration.

Mad Over Donuts marks the 77th Republic Day With a Special in-store Offer 

As the country comes together to mark India’s 77th Republic Day, Mad Over Donuts is celebrating the occasion with a limited-time in-store offer for the long weekend. From January 23 to 26, customers can enjoy Rs. 77 off on a minimum purchase of Rs. 500, available exclusively at Mad Over Donuts stores.

A Tricolour Feast to Celebrate Republic Day at Sayaji Hotel Pune

Mark the spirit of patriotism this Republic Day with a specially curated Republic Day Buffet Brunch at Sayaji Hotel Pune. Hosted at Portico, the brunch features a vibrant tricolour-inspired spread, thoughtfully designed to reflect the colours and flavours of India—making it a festive and flavourful way to celebrate the day.

Depot48 Celebrates Republic Day With A Special Offer

This Republic Day, Khasta deliciously celebrates choice. The Delhi-based tandoori kulcha brand from Depot48 is offering 26% off on January 26 , inviting diners to pick their filling: Veg options to Meat options, in its signature tandoor-baked, meal-in-a-box format.