Nikhil K. Rochlani is a seasoned restaurateur, hospitality visionary, and Group Managing Partner at Shiv Sagar Foods & Resorts Pvt. Ltd., with over 22 years of hands-on experience in building, scaling, and consulting hospitality brands across India. He began his journey in the industry at a young age and was already running his own ventures — Cerveza and Level One by the age of 22. His early success paved the way for a dynamic career that has spanned operational leadership, concept development, brand building, and multi-city expansions. Nikhil held leadership positions at Balu Hospitality, where as Director of Operations, he played a key role in scaling popular brands like Loco Chino, Asado, and Zouk. He later served as Managing Partner at a One hospitality consultancy, managing acclaimed brands such as Burn – Kitchen & Malt Room. Today, as Group Managing Partner at Shiv Sagar Foods & Resorts Pvt. Ltd., Nikhil oversees the strategic direction and operations of several iconic restaurant brands, including Butterfly High, Kyma, The Bigg Small Café + Bar, Shiv Sagar, and Mahesh Lunch Home, while continuing to lead large-scale consultancy efforts for upcoming projects nationwide. Recognised for his consumer-centric approach, innovative event-led formats, and ability to fuse global and Indian culinary influences, Nikhil’s work reflects a unique mix of creativity, operational excellence, and cultural relevance. He has successfully brought distinctive dining experiences to cities such as Mumbai, Pune, and Mangalore — with a growing footprint across India. Beyond operations, Nikhil is a trusted mentor to young hospitality entrepreneurs, helping them shape concepts, refine operations, and navigate India’s dynamic F&B landscape. With a reputation for building scalable, experience-led hospitality formats that resonate deeply with urban diners, he continues to be a respected voice shaping the future of Indian dining across multiple cities including Mangalore and Hyderabad.
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