March 2026 Food Pop-Ups: Culinary Events With Limited Time Only

The mix of cultures and cuisines makes Indian food endlessly interesting, and it’s why there’s always something new to discover, even if you think you’ve tried it all. That’s exactly why food pop-ups, bar takeovers, and restaurant collabs are having such a moment right now. They let chefs experiment, bring regional flavours to new cities, and create limited-edition menus that feel fresh and exciting. It’s about trying something different, meeting new chefs, and being part of a fun, one-off experience. Once in a while, it’s totally worth ditching your usual spots and checking these out, because that’s where the real food stories are happening. With that being said, here are the upcoming food pop-ups, restaurant collabs and bar takeovers worth visiting across Indian cities:

Address: 1st and 2nd Floor, Krishna Heritage, Linking Rd, above Landmark Cars, Santacruz (West), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400054

Timing: 16 February, 12 PM - 1:30 AM

Price: Prices are on a la carte basis

Bombay To Bologna To Bangkok At DYN, Hilton Embassy Golflinks, Bengaluru

Taking you on a laid-back culinary journey where global flavours meet a chill, unhurried vibe, the menu moves from Indian comfort food to Italian classics and bold Thai flavours, brought alive through live stations and technique-driven cooking. Hand-shaped pasta, deeply reduced sauces, and perfectly balanced wok dishes paired with creative cocktails, a warm, open setting, and you’ve got the perfect Sunday plan. Indian favourites like Juhu Chowpatty Chaat and Kolhapuri Pandhra Rassa, to Italian classics such as Mushroom Ravioli, and Asian highlights including Vietnamese Rolls and Mapo Tofu are waiting to be devoured.

Address: Off Intermediate Ring Road, Embassy Golf Links Business Park, Challaghatta, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560071

Timing: 22 February, 12:30 PM - 4 PM

Price: INR 3,500+taxes

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The Penang Table X Lisa's Lanka By Lisa, Mumbai

The Penang Table launches its first-ever pop-up with Gang of Penang, spotlighting bold culinary voices through collaborations. Running at The Penang Table, Bandra, the debut edition brings Malaysian flavours together with Sri Lankan soul through Lisa’s Lanka by Lisa, formerly of The Jaffna Jump. It’s a celebration of shared spice routes, coastal influences, and deeply rooted food cultures. The menu packs in big flavours with dishes like Kadala Hummus with dosa shards, Avocado Pachadi, Ceylon Black Pepper Fry, Superrr! Shrimp Fry, and indulgent plates such as Karuppu Mutton Hopper and Bone Marrow Varuval with Ceylon parotta, ending sweetly with Spiced Palm Brûlée. The pop-up wraps up on a high with the first-ever Baila Night on February 27, bringing music, drinks, and island vibes to Bandra.

Address: 1st Floor, VN Sphere Mall, Linking Rd, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050

Timing: Till 28 February,  12 PM - 1 AM

Price: INR 1,900+taxes - INR 2,300+taxes

Amaraanth X Hosa, South Goa

Set against Amaraanth’s lush garden backdrop, the two-day experience brings Hosa’s coastal-inspired flavours to life, blending regional roots with inventive, contemporary storytelling on the plate. Led by Chef Harish Rao, the pop-up showcases Hosa’s signature style of reimagining tradition through a global lens. Guests can expect an indulgent 8-course dinner featuring Seafood Rasam, Toddy Shop Prawns, and Bun & Stew, followed by a banana-leaf lunch the next day with dishes such as Muttai Roast, Kari Kuzhambu, and Keerai Poriyal. Paired with handcrafted cocktails from The Lab at Amaraanth, this collaboration invites diners to slow down, indulge, and experience South Indian cuisine in a refreshingly new way.

Address: Fatrade Beach Rd, Varca, Fatrade, Goa 403721

Timing: 21 February - 22 February,  12 PM - 4 PM and 7 PM - 11 PM

Price: Call on 9225588790 for reservations and price

Elizabeth India Tour By Chef Jason McKinney At Aragma, Pune

Chef Jason McKinney is taking over Aragma’s club event with a special edition of his round-the-world supper club, offering India an exclusive preview of his upcoming US venture, Restaurant Elizabeth. Known for his experience in some of the world’s finest kitchens, Chef Jason’s cuisine blends refined technique with a deep respect for ingredients. For this evening, he will be presenting a thoughtfully curated seven-course menu that reinterprets American nostalgia, seamlessly paired with Pune’s finest local produce and subtle Indian influences.

Address: Ground floor, Insignia, Balkrishna Sakharam Dhole Patil Rd, opposite Axis Bank, Sangamvadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411001

Timing: 28 February, 12:30 PM - 4 PM

Price: INR 4,750+taxes 

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Goan Food Festival At La Utsav Grand Mercure, Bengaluru

La Utsav at Grand Mercure brings the flavours of Goa to Bangalore with a specially curated Goan Food Festival that celebrates the region’s vibrant culinary heritage. Helmed by Chef Ashlyn, the festival features authentic favourites like Salt & Spice Pork, Chicken Cafreal, and Prawn Balchao, along with a live Ross Omelette station for a true taste of Goan street-style indulgence. To round off the experience, traditional desserts such as Dodol, Doce, and Alle Belle add a sweet, nostalgic finish, making this festival a deliciously immersive journey through Goa’s iconic food culture.

Address: Swami Vivekananda Rd, Rahat Bagh, Nagavarapalya, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560093

Timing: Till 21 February, Sunday brunch

Price: INR 3,000 - INR 4,200

Chef Flor Camorlinga's One-Night-Only Culinary Journey At The Market, The Ritz-Carlton, Bengaluru

Chef Flor Camorlinga, the driving force behind Plonk's Michelin Bib Gourmand-recognised Best Wine Bar in Mexico City, travels to Southern India for a single night of dining at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore. Chef Flor and the culinary staff of The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore, under the direction of Executive Chef Saurabh Tyagi, co-created the meal. Crisp pastry gives way to a rich filling in a duck confit empanada, which is enhanced by salsa verde and spicy mayo. The next dish is a kingfish tostada, a combination of charred avocado, mango, basil oil, and chilli. The saline snap of salmon roe and the brightness of the mandarin balance the subtle spice of the gochujang-glazed fried chicken, fermented grilled cabbage with a balanced acidity is topped with crisp onions and pomegranate for structure and lift in this Mexican take on kimchi. Mole Poblano is served with broccolini and carrot purée. A redesigned Honeycake, completed with miso caramel and caviar, where sweetness, salinity, and umami are held in purposeful harmony, marks the progression's conclusion. 

Address: 99, Residency Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025

Timing: 18 February, 7 PM

Price: INR 8,500+taxes