Delhi HC Makes Service Charges Voluntary, Industry Reacts
The ruling reinforces that forcing diners to pay a service charge amounts to an unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Act.
Why Restaurants Still Bet Big on Tier 1 Cities
With 30–40% of restaurant sales now coming through online delivery platforms, operators are walking a fine line between growth and profitability. And…
Beyond QR and UPI: How Tech is Quietly Rewiring Café Operations
While QR menus and contactless payments are now common, cafés are increasingly turning to technology to optimise inventory, staffing, training and…
From Home Kitchen to ‘Namma’: A Chef’s Journey of Comfort & Authenticity
What began as a personal passion has today evolved into Namma, a South Indian restaurant rooted in comfort, authenticity and family.


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Capital Flows: What’s Attracting Investor Attention
This brings perspectives from investors, homegrown QSR founders, legacy restaurateurs and new-age community-driven café creators to decode the trends…
Unlocking the Real Potential: Growth Capital and India’s Culinary Entrepreneurs
In the restaurant world, growth capital is no longer just fuel for expansion—it’s a catalyst for transforming good concepts into enduring brands.
  • By - Nusra
  • Dec 02, 2025 / 9 MIN READ
India’s Food Services Market to Cross US$ 125 bn by 2030: Report
Boba Tea and Matcha Tea have seen an 11x and 4x surge in search volumes, respectively, in the last five years.
  • By - Nusra
  • Dec 01, 2025 / 7 MIN READ


Reservation-Only: Why These Restaurants Are Getting Smaller, Personalized
Instead of chasing volume or footfalls, these compact formats are taking the opposite route by keeping their covers low, service slots restricted,…
How Passion-Driven Restaurants can Deliver Measurable Outcomes
Sustainability is now part of the operating model. Kitchens designed to reduce waste, bars that recycle, and partnerships with local producers…
5 Key Strategies to Target Repeat Customers
Points-based systems allow customers to earn rewards for each purchase, while tiered rewards create incentives for frequent engagement.
From Legacy to Lifestyle: How Shiv Sagar Is Redefining Dining for a New Generation
Ankita Poojari, Director and second-generation entrepreneur at the Shiv Sagar Group, shares insights into how the iconic Indian brand has sustained…
7 Tips to Maximise Sales in Your Restaurant
In today’s competitive dining scenario, success demands constant innovation, adaptability, and meaningful engagement across every customer touch…
7 Essentials to Keep Staff Trained in Your Restaurant
Behind that seamless magic is no accident. It’s a team that’s been trained to anticipate needs, motivated to go the extra mile, and consistent enough…
Focused Flavors: How Single-Cuisine Restaurants are Redefining Dining Scenes
Single-cuisine concepts can contribute approximately 50 to 65% of dine-in revenue in metro portfolios where specialists dominate new openings.
World Food Day: 6 Key Learnings from Top Restaurateurs to Incorporate in your Biz
Embracing these principles not only elevates one's brand but also paves the way for long-term success in a competitive and dynamic market.
  • By - Nusra
  • Oct 16, 2023 / 7 MIN READ
Revolutionizing Indian Food Services: A Journey of Culinary Innovation
Also, the burgeoning chains of Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) have come a long way in India with a growth rate of 17%. The QSR industry in India is…
"Restaurateurs have Realized the Potential of Bev as a Major Contributor to the Biz Sales," Says Sandy Verma
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Sandeep Verma, reknowned mixoligist talks about the growing culture of bar and beverage and how it…
  • By - Nusra
  • Aug 07, 2023 / 9 MIN READ
How Restaurants are Overcoming Operational Challenges
From online ordering, getting the food delivered at home to contactless payment and adoption of technologies like ChatGPT and AI in restaurant…
  • By - Nusra
  • Jun 26, 2023 / 6 MIN READ
Indulge in Exquisite Culinary Artistry at This New Fine-Dining Restaurant at Ahmedabad
Being the first fine dining restaurant in Gujarat, The Indian Channel offers an unparalleled luxurious dining experience with a multi-cuisine menu in…
  • By - Nusra
  • May 17, 2023 / 2 MIN READ
This New Restaurant by Chef Kunal Kapur is Celebrating Nostalgia, Flavours of India
The space also boasts a stunning ceramic utensil wall installation by Claymen, which adds an element of artistry and craftsmanship to the environment.
  • By - Nusra
  • Apr 06, 2023 / 3 MIN READ
V&RO Hospitality Opens Badmaash Goa at Ozran Beach
With a focus on chic decor, progressive Indian cuisine paired with zesty cocktails and immaculate vibes, it is the perfect spot to catch striking…
  • By - Nusra
  • Feb 07, 2023 / 3 MIN READ
Mumbai Gets its First Basque Culture Inspired Rooftop Lounge
This sky-high rooftop lounge by restaurateur Gaurav Choksey is located in the heart of town and perched high above the traffic-infested streets,…
  • By - Nusra
  • Jan 16, 2023 / 3 MIN READ
Bandra Gets a new Enchanting Cafe- Grounded
The brainchild behind this new establishment is India's youngest entrepreneur in F&B - Yuvika Wadhawan.
  • By - Nusra
  • Dec 16, 2022 / 3 MIN READ
This Cafe brings tranquility of Bali in the city of Mumbai
A contemporary melange of Bali and Mumbai pictorial trope- Corra contemplates wooden and green decor, accentuated with world class savours.
  • By - Nusra
  • May 06, 2019 / 3 MIN READ