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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A Winter Table: FARRO Pune
FARRO has introduced winter table 2025-26, a dining experience that brings together heartfelt narratives, cherished family customs, and festive flavours from the FARRO team. Inspired by the culinary heritage of Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Goa, and the Malabar coast, the menu is thoughtfully crafted under the direction of Chef Vardaan Marwah. Highlights include standout dishes such as Gongura Mutton, Christmas Roast, and Malabar Biryani, paired with a lineup of winter-inspired cocktails that complete the seasonal offering.
Date: Till 18 January, FARRO, Pune
Timing: 7 PM - 12 AM
Price: INR 3,000 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