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Indian Restaurant Congress 2026 – Global Edition

Marks a new era for India’s most trusted F&B leadership platform. This inaugural global edition brings together top restaurateurs, chefs, investors, and hospitality innovators to explore the future of dining, technology, and business growth. Designed as a powerhouse of ideas and opportunities, the event sets the stage for global collaborations and next-generation F&B excellence.

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The Ultimate Stage
for F&B Innovation
A high-impact, insight-rich forum featuring industry pioneers from India and around the world. The conference dives into emerging business models, consumer trends, operational excellence, brand growth, digital transformation, and global market expansion. Expect actionable strategies, visionary keynotes, masterclasses, and conversations that redefine how restaurants scale and stay relevant.
Celebrating Global F&B
Excellence and Innovation
The Indian Restaurant Awards 2026 – Global Edition celebrate exceptional achievements across the culinary and restaurant landscape. From breakthrough concepts and iconic brands to outstanding chefs, innovators, and hospitality leaders, the awards honour those shaping the future of foodservice. This is the industry’s most aspirational stage — where excellence meets recognition.
Exclusive Networking with
Global Industry Leaders
Experience an exclusive, high-impact networking opportunity where top industry leaders, visionary restaurateurs, acclaimed chefs, and key decision-makers from across the globe come together to foster strategic partnerships, meaningful collaborations, knowledge exchange, and high-value business growth, creating lasting connections that drive innovation.
Learn from the
Pioneers of F&B
Gain exclusive access to power-packed panel discussions and insights sessions featuring global F&B experts, successful restaurateurs, and industry innovators sharing strategies, trends, and actionable knowledge to drive growth, inspire innovation, and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving hospitality and foodservice landscape.

Previous Speakers

Anil Chadha

Managing Director, ITC Hotels Limited (Conference Chairperson)

Tony White

Cofounder, White Stone Capital

Merrill Pereyra

Managing Director, Pizza Hut at Yum! Brands India Subcontinent

Navin Gurnaney

CEO, Tim Hortons India

Sanjeev Kapoor

Celebrity Chef

Anjan Chatterjee

Founder, Speciality Group Of Restaurants

Niren Chaudhary

CEO, Panera Bread

Matthew Smith

VP Franchising, Blenz Coffee

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Jury of the Years

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Chairpersons Over The Years

Highlights 2026

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Power-Packed Conference

A dynamic, insight-rich conference delivering curated themes, transformative ideas, and strategic perspectives shaping the future of global restaurant growth.

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Prestigious Restaurant Awards

A celebrated awards platform recognizing pioneering brands, visionary leaders, and ground-breaking achievements that elevate global dining standards and inspire industry excellence.

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Global Visionary Speakers

A global showcase featuring influential speakers, leading international brands, and cutting-edge innovations redefining the next era of foodservice and hospitality.

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Future-Ready Business Formats

A forward-looking platform unveiling disruptive business models, breakthrough technologies, and high-value collaborations powering the evolution of modern restaurant ecosystems.

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High-Impact Networking

Curated networking zones designed for meaningful conversations, powerful partnerships, and high-impact business exchanges that accelerate growth and unlock new opportunities.

Award Categories

Indian RESTAURANT AWARDS

  • Barbeque Restaurant of the Year
  • Global Indian Restaurant of the Year
  • Barbeque Restaurant of the Year
  • Debutant Restaurant of the Year
  • Family Restaurant of the Year

Culinary Excellence Awards

  • Global Indian Chef of the Year
  • Global Indian Sous Chef of the Year
  • Indian Pastry & Dessert Chef of the Year
  • Young Indian Chef of the Year – Global

Brand Impact & Customer Excellence Awards

  • Fastest Growing Indian Restaurant Brand
  • Best Emerging Indian Restaurant Overseas
  • Best Customer Experience
  • Restaurateur of the Year
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Partners 2026

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Previous Sponsors & Exhibitors

IRC PASS