Neha Mehrotra
22-Jul-2025
Expect everything from truffle shokupan and crab tagliolini to molten custard buns, artisanal gelato, and cocktails laced with khus, yuzu, or good old black rum.
Whether you're looking to sip on sake and nibble on crispy tuna in Bangalore, indulge in a caviar-layered tiramisu in Delhi, or slurp ramen at Mumbai’s buzziest new Asian joint, there’s no shortage of delicious new menus and restaurants making waves across India right now. This week, we’ve rounded up some of the hottest tables to book—from a one-of-a-kind omakase collaboration at Swan in Delhi to the launch of India’s first vinyl cocktail bar in Mumbai to a dreamy Japanese seafood weekend at JW Marriott Goa.
Whether you're a die-hard foodie chasing new flavours or just want a solid recommendation for date night, here’s your cheat sheet on where to eat in India this week.
MUMBAI:
1. Baroke
If you are a fan of old-school music and love a retro vibe, India’s first vinyl bar, nestled in the heart of South Mumbai, is calling your name. With over 220 handpicked records spanning Jimi Hendrix, Stan Getz, The Doors, George Benson, Bryan Adams, and Dave Brubeck, Baroke pays tribute to the golden eras of music. At its heart is a custom DJ console surrounded by crates of vinyl, but if you want to spend some time with your music, there is a dedicated headphone zone, inspired by Japanese listening rooms. The cocktail menu hosts nine exclusive cocktails and the food is designed for mood and flavour, split into Fresh, Spice, Familiar, Umami and Sweet. Before you leave, don’t forget to browse their vinyl shop.
Hot Take: Try the Kerala-style mutton fry with paratha, miso-glazed chicken with sticky rice, or crispy fish tacos with kimchi and pair it with either the Vetiver Gimlet made with khus-infused gin.
2. Nova
If you’ve got a soft spot for gelato (and a serious sweet tooth), say hello to Bandra’s newest scoop haven—Nova Artisan Gelato. Wrapped in coral pink and brushed steel, the space is inspired by the texture of gelato, with details like a melting column and a ceiling swirl of light. The menu rotates through 14 imaginative flavours equal parts Italian and Indian nostalgia. There are bonbon affogatos, frozen bites, dreamy sundaes, and coffee by Nandan. And if you like to keep a balance – there’s savoury fare by Pastel to keep things in check.
Hot Take: Don’t miss the flagship. Powered by Bandra croissant gelato: buttery, golden, and toasted just enough to feel like a hug.
3. Wagamama
Wagamama has finally touched down in India, setting up its first outpost at the iconic Cambata Building in South Mumbai. This cult-favourite Asian eatery, with its roots in Tokyo’s fast-paced ramen bars, brings a slice of slurp-worthy comfort to the city’s dining scene. The minimal and warm space is just what you need when you're craving a hearty bowl of soul food. The menu includes international favourites, including katsu curry, yasai yaki soba, spicy donburi bowls and the ever-popular bang bang cauliflower (and bang bang prawns, for good measure). Ramen fans can pick from rich broths like chicken tantanmen and the vegan-friendly kare burosu, while bao and gyoza lovers are covered with fillings that span from prawn and lamb to vegetables. Save space for the golden banana katsu dessert.
Hot Take: The cult favourite, Chicken Katsu Curry, hits all the right notes and for vegetarians, the Chilli Tantanmen Ramen, a rich umami broth layered with a medley of mushrooms, will keep you coming back for another spoonful.
DELHI NCR:
4. SWAN (Omakase Dining Experience)
If you're craving something truly unforgettable, clear your calendar for Swan’s latest culinary collab. For just two nights (July 25 & 26), the Mehrauli hotspot is teaming up with Dubai’s celebrated Japanese fine-dining restaurant TakaHisa for a rare, first-ever-in-India omakase experience. Expect a progression of refined courses highlighting ingredients flown in directly from Japan: think glistening slices of sashimi, melt-in-your-mouth toro, seared Wagyu, and signature dishes plated with breathtaking precision.
5. Latango
Latango, the latest addition to Delhi’s Epicuria at Nehru Place, is a bold new European-leaning dining concept from Sahil Sambhi, blending the flavours of Italy, France, and Latin America into one stylish, sun-soaked space. The menu designed by Italian chefs Roberto Blondi and Giuseppe Stanchi is both diverse and detailed, without ever feeling overreaching. Think cold appetisers like tenderloin carpaccio drizzled with Cipriani sauce or a zesty octopus salad finished with fried capers and garlic chips. The mains don’t hold back either: the grilled pork belly in green pepper sauce is smoky and satisfying, while the Atlantic crab tagliolini with caviar channels coastal elegance. But some of the most delightful surprises come from the mashups—like the burrata and truffle shokupan, which pairs creamy indulgence with the crunch of Japanese milk bread, or the spicy tuna over crispy rice, a clever twist on nigiri.
Hot Take: Don’t skip dessert: The tiramisu arrives in a caviar tin, layered with pearls of double espresso and black rum.
6. Si Nonna, Gurgaon
Celebrated for its 24-hour fermented sourdough crust, premium ingredients, and open-kitchen format, Si Nonna’s is a go-to place for all your pizza cravings in Gurgaon. The menu features classics such as Pizza No. 2, a simple combination of tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, and EVOO, and Pizza No. 3, a bold creation with tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella, thinly sliced garlic, pitted Greek Kalamata olives, capers, fresh basil, and EVOO. New additions like the Pizza No. 7 with chicken pepperoni, blue cheese, onion, and basil and Pizza No. 8 featuring Spanish pork salami, pecorino, and fior di latte mozzarella are also must-haves. You can also feast on Panuozzo sandwiches, calzones, freshly baked focaccia, refreshing kombuchas and coolers, artisanal gelatos, and the Nonna’s Tiramisu.
Hot Take:
Try the “Make-Your-Own-Pizza” activity and create your own sourdough pizza.
7. OKO, The LaLiT New Delhi
There’s nothing like a steamy bowl of ramen on a rainy day—and OKO at The LaLiT New Delhi is serving it just right. From July 18–27, 2025, step into a cosy, flavour-packed experience with their specially curated “Authentic Flavours of Ramen” menu. Think rich broths, handmade noodles, and toppings that celebrate ramen in all its regional glory. Whether you're a die-hard noodle fan or just craving comfort food with a view, this one’s made for you.
Bangalore:
8. Yàn Y?n, The Ritz Carlton
Yàn Y?n brings the nuanced flavours of the Canton, Hakka, Sichuan, and Hunan regions.
The menu is built around premium, thoughtfully sourced ingredients, from free-range Cantonese duck and house-made bean curd to artisanal sesame mochi. Signature dishes include elegant cold appetisers like Petit Greens & Colossal Crab and Cantonese Yensang with Yellowtail and Ossetra Caviar. A carefully curated selection of plant-based dishes, including the NG Choy Forest Mushroom Dim Sum, Bird’s Nest, K?i Bo Mock Meat, and the renowned 12 Miles Farmed Mushrooms, showcasing five seasonal varieties. To conclude the meal on a sweet note, try the Molten Custard Bun, Black Bean Tian-Dian, and handcrafted Sesame Mochi.
Hot Take: The hot selection features highlights such as grass-fed sliced lamb, Canton scallops, the signature Shakoa Black Cod, and a delicately spiced five-spiced tenderloin.
9. Katana
Opening its doors on Monday, July 28, Katana is a 45-seater sake and shochu cocktail bar in the heart of Indiranagar that brings fine Japanese dining to the evolving palate of Bangalore. The menu at Katana leans into Japanese-influenced small plates and signature dishes include corn custard on shokupan toast with chilli oil, pickled watermelon with tiger’s milk emulsion and spicy salmon rice bowl with ikura and bonito flakes. Sake and shochu lead the cocktail menu and complement the food.
10. ZEN at The Leela Palace Bengaluru
ZEN at The Leela Palace Bengaluru is set to host renowned Singaporean Chef Marvas Ng for an exclusive two-night pop-up on July 25 and 26, 2025. ZEN is celebrated for its authentic take on Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines, making it the perfect setting for this rare and exclusive collaboration with Chef Marvas Ng. You will be treated to a specially crafted menu that reflects Chef Marvas’s signature style that combines French culinary techniques with his Chinese heritage.
GOA:
11. JW Marriott Goa x Izu
For one weekend only, JW Marriott Goa is bringing a slice of refined Japanese seafood magic to the shores of Vagator, courtesy of acclaimed Filipino chef and seafood savant Noel Adrias. Chef Noel will be curating an exclusive pop-up dinner at Heliconia on July 25, followed by a lavish Sunday brunch at JW Kitchen on July 27. The menu will start with an IZU amuse-bouche and Maldon-salted edamame, moving into options like a shoyu truffle-dressed lettuce salad or a silky hamachi Nikkei salad with seaweed. Highlights include the smoked watermelon with radish and black truffle and a decadent chutoro carpaccio topped with caviar and tobiko. For mains, the oven-baked miso Chilean sea bass with soba noodles is a standout, but even the vegetarian yakisoba with Peruvian asparagus feels indulgent.
Hot Take: The fourth course presents a refined selection of rolls, including the Gluten Free Dark Forest Roll made with forbidden black rice and the decadent Spicy Salmon and Silky Tuna Roll.
(Cover Credits: Yàn Y?n, The Ritz Carlton)
