September Edition: 20 New Restaurants And Bars You’ve Got To Check Around India

The season of cravings is upon us so go ahead, stuff yourselves with food that comforts you. Situated in numerous metropolitan cities, several newly opened restaurants are making way for immersive, yet theatrical dining experiences. I also hope you’ve made enough dinner plans for this month, as these new restaurants are here to impress you from the very first course. 

Mumbai

1. House of Paloma

House of Paloma brings a Latin American beat to Bandra with cocktails like the Paloma 1950 and Mogo Mogo, paired with playful plates like crispy eggplant tacos, hamachi crudo, butter kori rotti, and Tan Lobster Risotto. It’s a vibrant new spot where art flirts with flavour. 

Where: House of Paloma, Number 545, 33rd Road, Near McDonald’s Linking Road, Ground Floor, Excel Entertainment, Bandra West – 400052, Mumbai, Maharashtra

2. Zaatar W Zeit 

Zaatar W Zeit, the beloved Lebanese eatery, expands in Mumbai with a new outlet in Andheri and city-wide delivery via Swiggy and Zomato. Alongside classics like manakish and wraps, the menu now features dishes like Shish Chicken Tikka Wraps and Zaatar Malai Paneer Skillet, blending Lebanese flavours with local favourites.

Where: B, Unit no 1 and 101, Boolani Estate Owner's Premises Co-Op Society Ltd, 41, New Link Rd, opposite Citi Mall, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053

3. The Black Shepherd

The Black Shepherd in Bandra is Chef Rahul Kotak’s soulful ode to authentic British cuisine. He has made it unapologetically un-Indianised and has crafted it with honest ingredients. With its warm pub-inspired interiors, rock ’n’ roll spirit, and hearty classics like Fish & Chips, Shepherd’s Pie, and bottomless hot chocolate, it’s less a restaurant and more a love letter to memory and music.

Where: Shop 1-A, Gloria Apartments, St. John Baptist Road, Bandra West, Mumbai - 50

4. HyLo Taproom by Igloo.

A collaboration so iconic between HyLo and Igloo Beers at Jio World Drive BKC, where crafted beer joins hands with culinary maestros. On the other hand, this restaurant is unapologetically Indian at its very true being. Food highlights include Aam aur Mircha Wings, Desi Smash Burger and Kaaley Chane ke Shaami, etc, paired with beverages like Bombay 51, The Tribal Story and Forbidden Fruit, for you to savour in your next visit.

Where: Shop 1-A, Gloria Apartments, St. John Baptist Road, Bandra West, Mumbai - 50

5. BANNG

BANNG arrives in Bandra as Chef Garima Arora’s much-anticipated Mumbai debut with Riyaaz Amlani, bringing Bangkok’s free-spirited energy to the city. Expect a menu that swings from herb-laden curries to cheeky twists like Tom Kha Pani Puri and Avocado Som Tum, alongside inventive cocktails by Asia’s Potion Master. With its dining room and street-style bar, BANNG is where Thailand’s fire and fun find a new home in Mumbai.

Where: Shop 1-A, Gloria Apartments, St. John Baptist Road, Bandra West, Mumbai - 50

Pune

6. The Third Place

The city now has its first wine-dedicated bar and a one-of-a-kind concept space with The Third Place in Koregaon Park. Founded by Kunal Mhaske, it’s built on community, comfort, and craft, think slow-brewed coffees, sommelier-led wines, and soulful European plates by Chef Toshan Salgaonkar, all in a sustainable and design-oriented setting. More than just a bar or café, it’s a space to pause and connect.

Where: 101, Jewel Tower, Lane 5, Koregaon Park, Pune 411001, Opposite Godrej Nature's Basket

Delhi NCR

7. Tubata

Meet restaurateur Neeraj Aggarwal’s boldest venture yet, Tubata in Pitampura. Inspired by the raw forces of air, land, and ocean, it blends striking interiors with a global menu that reimagines classics like  Avocado Puchka, Thecha Chicken Tikka, and Truffle Tuna. By day, it’s soulful and slow, by nigh,t it transforms into a vibrant stage for celebration, making Tubata a sensorial experience.

Where: R Cube Monad Mall, Pitampura

8. Pendulo 

Pendulo at Ambawatta One is a 50-seat fine-dining room where Indian and Mexican cuisines come together in dialogue, not fusion. Co-helmed by chefs Megha Kohli and Noah Louis Barnes, its 14-course tasting menu moves like chapters, smoky, spiced, fermented, and tender. unfolding with tacos, ceviches, parrilla, and tandoor in harmony. With a cocktail program rooted in the kitchen and interiors that balance limestone, copper, and agave motifs, Pendulo is less a restaurant and more a rhythm—elegant, layered, and deeply personal.

Where: Pendulo, First Floor, Ambawatta One, Mehrauli, New Delhi – 110030

9. Mi Piaci

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Mi Piaci at Ambawatta One isn’t just another Italian restaurant; it’s a slice of Italy served with a view of the Qutub. Founded by Priyank Sukhija and Lorenzo Lanzoni, the eatery thrives on fresh, seasonal ingredients and age-old techniques, led by an all-Italian core team. Expect classics such as saffron-laced Risotto allo Zafferano with lamb demi-glace to woodfired truffle pizzas, right in the heat of Delhi. 

Where: Ambawatta One, Mehrauli, Delhi

10. Oju

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OJU marks Karan Johar’s first restaurant in Gurugram, and it’s as much about the energy as the food. Designed by Aayushi Malik with calm minimalism that unfolds into quiet drama, the space sets the stage for shareable plates and cocktails that carry equal weight. From pickled tomato maki and scallop kushiyaki to prawn tempura and salmon robatayaki, the menu is designed for sharing, sipping, and turning every evening into an event.

Where: OJU, Ground Floor, The Anya, Golf Course Road, Gurugram

11. Marièta

She’s back; brighter, bolder, and beautifully reimagined. The new Marièta in Gurugram blends Euro-Asian soul with high hospitality: hot stone bowls that sizzle, dimsum that melt, cocktails with a twist of theatre. Around a glowing olive tree and radiating lively energy, Marièta isn’t just a comeback; it’s a whole new mood for the city. 

Where: Two Horizon Center, Harizan Colony, DLF Phase 5, Sector 43, Gurugram, Haryana 122009 

Bengaluru

12. Brix & Barrells Craft Brewery

Brix & Barrells in Whitefield is Bengaluru’s newest 30,000 sq. ft. craft brewery and community hub, blending beer, food, and live music under one roof. With six signature brews from Hefeweizen to IPA, a 200-dish global menu spanning tandoori platters to smash burgers, lush greenery-filled interiors, and even a pet-friendly menu, it’s designed as much for connection as for craft.

Where: 28 2nd phase, Doddanakundi Industrial Area 2, Industrial Area, Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560048

13. Mai Mai

Mai Mai on Indiranagar’s 12th Main is Bengaluru’s newest addition to East Asian flavours with a vibe so intimate, instinctive, and deeply personal. The 30-seater kitchen helmed by Chef Shivam Bose plates up signatures like sweet potato pepper dumplings, aburi salmon rolls, tan tanmen ramen, and bibimbap, all rooted in memory and made with care. Thoughtful drinks, indulgent desserts, and warm storytelling tie it all together. 

Where: 621A, 12th Main Rd, 7th Cross, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038

14. Nati Republic

What if we got village vibes amidst the city buzz? At Nati Republic, ragi mudde meets nati saaru, neer dosa flirts with fiery gravies, and thalis feel like a whole ‘village on a plate.’ Throw in gongura chicken, brain pepper fry, and a chilled beer and suddenly, Bengaluru tastes a lot like home.

Where: 3rd floor, 42/4, Chikkamaranhalli, Karnataka, New BEL Road, Bangalore

15. Royal China 

From Kapoor’s table to yours, Royal China has finally arrived on Bengaluru’s Vittal Mallya Road. Known for signatures like Crispy Aromatic Duck, Har Gau, and Lobster in Black Pepper Sauce, the celebrity-favourite brand now brings its legacy to the Garden City.

Where: 2nd Level, UB City, Concorde & Canberra Blocks, 24, Vittal Mallya Rd, KG Halli, D' Souza Layout, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

16. Nandhini

St. Mark's Road just got spicier. Nandhini opens its doors with 250 seats of biryani, Chilli Chicken, and a modern Andhra experience you’ll want on repeat.

Where: #18-22, St. Marks Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru – 56000 

17. Nazaara

Nazaara at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal is turning weekends into an elevated rooftop experience. From starry skies and city views to tandoori delights like Prawns ke Tinke and Adraki Chaap, every bite pairs perfectly with soulful DJ sets and live performances. Nazaara promises a weekend that sizzles on every level.

Where: Nazaara, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal

Goa

18. Quinta Cantina

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Quinta Cantina in Panaji, a charming bar where Goan heritage takes center stage. From terracotta sentinels and budkulos to rattan cupboards and jars of house-pickled fruits, every corner tells a story, making this intimate rooftop hideaway a feast for the senses.

Where: No. 82, P.T., Sheet No. 45, H.No. 62-C1 of Chalta, behind Head Post Office, next to O'Pierre Hotel, Panaji, Goa 403001

19. Toula

Tucked inside a restored bungalow in Goa, this Mediterranean-meets-Asian tea house restaurant is pure elegance. From wood-fired pizzas on the rooftop Fire Deck to sushi, satay, and soul-warming bowls, every dish here tells a story. Seasoned with Goan charm and served with cocktails, checking out this place when in Goa only makes fair sense. 

Where: Toula Bar & Kitchen, H No. 124, Survey No. 52/5 & 52/8, 10/2, near Holiday Inn, Candolim, Goa 403515 

Hyderabad

20. SALT Indian Restaurant Bar and Grill

SALT lands its second Hyderabad spot, shaking up classics with playful twists, from Butter Chicken lollipops to Masaledar prawn biryani. Sip mocktails, soak in the cozy vibes, and let every bite tell India’s flavours. 

Where: VSD Tech Park, Nanakramguda Rd, Madhava Reddy colony, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana 500032