We’re in 2026 now, and if you’re already thinking about food, all day, there is a solution to satiate those cravings. This is where food pop-ups and food-related activities come into play. Pop-up restaurants and pop-up eateries are held in a variety of locations, including bars, arcades, bowling alleys, theatres, existing restaurants on their off days, and even the homes of chefs. A pop-up restaurant can be anything from a food tent set up for a few months at a nearby outdoor market to the exclusivity of a one-night takeover of a nearby restaurant. Many experienced and aspiring restaurateurs are increasingly using the short-term pop-up idea to build community ties, generate awareness, and get feedback. They're also a fantastic method to begin forming alliances with other nearby companies and fostering connections with the community. And here is a list of the must-visit food pop ups across India you should try:
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Quiet Heat: JSan Goa X Conversation Room
‘Quiet Heat’ sneaks into the Conversation Room like a secret that only those who notice may see. For one evening, JSan Goa and Conversation Room come together to create something personal, purposeful, and full of slow-burning intensity rather than to make a big impression. With a modern izakaya conceived as a vibe rather than a menu, the pop offers Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Chicken Karaage and Tomato Geotjeori. The Yakitori is like a second chapter, with pork belly kakuni, kosho-butter-brushed ebi, and slightly scorched veggies that are soothed by saikyo miso. Warm and comforting, bowls of Soy Kinoko Tantanmen ramen and Hakata Pork Tonkotsu close the circle and entice you to linger a bit longer. And ofcourse, the cocktails take up all the spotlight to converse. Bangkok Curry is slow, warm, and layered; New York Slice is crisp and flavourful; and Still LIIT is something smooth and familiar. Visiting this pop-up means the tastes will linger, longer after you’ve returned home.
Date: 18 January, Conversation Room, Kolkata
Timing: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM and 8 PM - 11 PM
Price: For more details, call on 9147111609
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The Royal Kitchens Meet the Coast: The St. Regis Goa
The St. Regis Goa celebrates the slow-cooked pomp of North India's royal kitchens with The Regal Awadhi Feast, a limited-time food pop-up that runs for a long week in January. The experience, which is curated by Chef Osama Jalali, highlights the distinctive dum technique and layered spices of Awadhi cuisine, bringing traditional flavours into a sophisticated modern setting. Classics like Galouti Kebabs and Sheermal, creamy Nihari, fragrant Awadhi Biryani, decadent Mughlai Kormas, and traditional desserts like Shahi Tukda and Kesar Phirni are all featured on the pop-up menu, which is held at the resort's famous restaurant Miri. The feast delivers an immersive dining experience that combines artistry with classic narrative, enhanced by Mughal-inspired décor and live Qawwali.
Date: 16 January - 24 January, Miri, The St. Regis Goa
Timing: 7:30 PM onwards
Price: INR 2,999+taxes per person
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Saraswat Flavours Of The Konkan: K3, JW Marriott New Delhi
K3 at JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity is bringing the nuanced flavours of India’s Konkan coast to the capital with this pop-up curated by renowned Saraswat cuisine specialist Chef Gauri Apte. In addition to dishes like Tondli Bhaat and Tendlya–Mooga Ghashi, where vegetables are slowly cooked in delicate coconut-based gravies, the buffet features vegetarian staples that are the foundation of Konkan home cooking, such as the earthy warmth of Ukde Tandalachi Bhakri and the calming simplicity of Dalitoy. Seafood enthusiasts can anticipate flavourful dishes like Rawas Alle-Kadle Curry, Bombil Hirwa Curry, and a well chosen assortment of fish fries that perfectly represent the crisp, coastal character of the Konkan, as well as coastal favourites like Sungta Hooman and Tisrya Masala, which are rich but restrained. When taken as a whole, the pop-up provides a quiet, genuine look into a cuisine characterised by balance, freshness, and a rich culinary heritage.
Date: 21 January - 24 January, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity
Timing: 12:30 PM onwards
Price: INR 4,099+taxes and INR 4,309+taxes with alcohol
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Shabu Shabu Pop-Up: The Dimsum Room Mumbai
The Dimsum Room is embracing Mumbai’s mild winter with a cosy new Shabu Shabu pop-up under the open sky at its Zen Garden terrace. You can savour the steaming broths along with the slow, gather-around-the-pot kind of comfort. Set inside a century-old Kala Ghoda building, the experience gives the best of both Japanese and Korean flavours. The Dimsum Room was born out of an easy idea on how to create a place where food and music blend in a way that is both effortless and incredibly engaging. If you have been fortunate enough to visit, you are well aware of how immersive and unforgettable the eating experience is, with dim sum, cocktails, and vinyl all combining to create an unforgettable Mumbai experience.
Date: Till 31 January, The Dim Sum Room, Mumbai
Timing: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM and 7 PM - 1 AM
Price: INR 900 per person
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Costal Crossings, FARRO Pune
Farro, Koregaon Park, Pune, is setting the table for Coastal Crossings, a thoughtful seven-course tasting menu crafted with Chef Vardaan Marwah alongside Farro’s own Chef Priyamvada. It’s a quietly confident meeting of two coastlines–the breezy, sun-kissed flavours of the Mediterranean and the deep, comforting rhythms of South Indian coastal cooking. You begin with Tzatziki, Smoked Cucumber, Basil, and Quinoa, then move on to Pul Biber Manti, which is stuffed with lamb or veggies and ends with Turkish Chilli Crisp and Peanut Tahina. A Malabar-inspired dish of raw mango and coconut served with asparagus or prawns follows mezze-style appetisers. The cuisine culminates in a Chikmagalur Tiramisu with filter coffee and dark chocolate, followed by a redesigned Moussaka that is available in lamb or vegetarian varieties. For inspiration, FARRO scrolled back the ages, naming itself after farro, an ancient pearly wheat-like grain, often seen in Italian regional cuisine and Middle Eastern traditional preparations. Farro, it is believed, was abundant across the world when the Egyptian Pharaohs were in their prime (some legends claim they were entombed with farro for safe passage in their afterlife). The grain travelled to Europe along with Roman conquerors. From here, its presence blossomed in other countries, including India.
Date: Till 18 January, FARRO, Pune
Timing: 7 PM onwards
Price: INR 4,500 onwards
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Kona Kona’s Sunday Brunch: Kona Kona Mumbai
Make your Sundays a little more indulgent with Kona Kona’s all-day brunch. From fresh salads, breads, and cheese platters to live pasta, pizza, and a Nepali-style Khow Suey station, every bite is designed to delight. And don’t skip dessert! For those who like a boozy twist, the Drunch menu pairs cocktails, sangrias, and beers with crunchy bites for the ultimate Sunday chill. Nestled in Andheri West, Kona Kona is a pub that gives you a drink and a memory at the same time. It was founded by Mona Singh and is envisioned as a location where well-known cuisines blend with surprising tales. Chefs Jasleen Marwah and Neetu Solanki oversee the kitchen at Kona Kona, where they have created a menu of street snacks, home-cooked favourites, and sentimentally passed down regional staples.
Date: Every Sunday, Kona Kona Mumbai
Timing: 12 PM - 4 PM
Price: INR 1,299 for brunch & INR 1,399 for drunch
Taste Of Paradise Kashmir, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Centre
Popularly known as ‘Heaven on Earth’, Kashmir truly stands by its name. The state exudes its beauty differently in each season. The place, especially in winter, experiences maximum beauty with snowcapped mountains and roads. From the all-time favourite wazwan to the winter delicacy of harissa or the famous street food of Kashmir is an absolute storehouse not only for art and culture but also for great food. Bold tastes, joyful scents, and time-honoured cooking methods bring the soul of Kashmir to the table in this pop-up, which is deeply entrenched in tradition yet presented with meaning. The cuisine features recipes that have been handed down through the generations and is curated by Chef Abdul Hameed War, a revered guardian of Kashmiri Wazwan traditions. Highlights include the decadent, slow-cooked Tabak Maaz with tender lamb ribs, the melt-in-your-mouth Gushtaba with mutton meatballs in a creamy yoghurt gravy, and a traditional Kong Phirin to finish on a sweet, nostalgic note.
Date: 16 January - 25 January, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Centre
Timing: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Price: INR 2,649+taxes for lunch, INR 2,749+taxes for Dinner and INR 2,899+taxes for brunch
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Yakoboku Takes Over 2:Fifty 9 The Bar, JW Marriott Kolkata
Bar 2:Fifty9 is intended to be the best place to relax following a night of glamour or to start nighttime adventures. Intriguing and satisfying, their unique cocktails offer a fascinating mix of flavours. 2: Fifty 9 The Bar at the JW Marriott Kolkata is being replaced with Yakoboku, the famous bar from Kumamoto and No. 25 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025. You can expect out-of-the-ordinary drinks that combine Kolkata's daring, vibrant bar culture with Japanese techniques inspired by nature. Yakoboku, which is well-known for its "Forest of the Night" attitude and distinctive Omotenashi hospitality, offers the City of Joy sophisticated tastes, storytelling, and serious craft. This acquisition is another significant step towards 2:Fifty 9's goal of making Kolkata a major player in the global cocktail scene by providing exceptional mixology, uncommon spirits, and memorable sips in one thrilling evening.
Date: 17 January, JW Marriott Kolkata
Timing: 7 PM onwards
Price: Call on +919147425996 for more details on price and bookings
La Panthera, The Conservatory, Bengaluru
Chef Manuel Olveira is bringing his contemporary European cuisine to Bengaluru for a three-day pop-up at The Conservatory, giving the city a taste of La Panthera. The Mumbai staple, which is well-known for its ingredient-first, sophisticated comfort food, will present its distinctive dishes in Bengaluru, including grilled sea bass, classic Cacio e Pepe, 48-hour fermented Neapolitan pizzas, Beetroot Carpaccio, and Bloody Mary Ceviche. The pop-up, which takes place in The Conservatory's design-led environment, promises a concentrated, flavour-forward glimpse of La Panthera's culinary philosophy, catered to the city's dining patrons. The Conservatory, whose space is inspired by the said glasshouse, showcases the finest when it comes to all things food. The year-old pop-up space, located inside The Courtyard, is Bengaluru's happening spot when you want not just to enjoy culinary treats from Goa to Spain, but also rub shoulders with the chefs who are bringing you the same. The space features a jungle-green finish with a high-ceiling complete with a glass chandelier and a glass roof. People love the glass roof; there's no better way to enjoy Bengaluru's weather, rain or shine. You'll find native foliage peppered all around the space, and even the seating upholstery features birds and greens. In short, it's beautiful, relaxing, and (excuse our use of the term) Insta-worthy.
Date: 30 January - 1 February, The Conservatory, Bengaluru
Price: Call on +917338677996 for more details regarding price and reservations.