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Every season in India changes the view of the vegetable and fruit mountains on farmers’ stalls. Since it is the summer season, Indian supermarkets are flooded with jackfruits, mangoes, pumpkins, and more. Using these products, Indian restaurants are creating new menus to highlight summer essentials in the kitchen and offer you an escape from cooking during soaring temperatures.
These summer menus are refreshing and allow you to taste something different. The restaurants get an opportunity to experiment with seasonal produce and come up with new dishes that can help them stand out from their competitors. Below is a list of eateries across India where that food must be checked out.
99 Pancakes, India
Summer just got a whole lot sweeter! 99 Pancakes, India’s quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain for scrumptious pancakes, desserts, and drinks, is thrilled to launch its Mango Mania Menu, valid till June 30, 2025, at all outlets across India. You should try mango cheesecake pancake, mango cheesecake waffle, exotic Alphonso cake, and tropical Alphonso shake.
Location: Shop no. 11 ground floor, market sector 4, NWA, Club Rd, West Punjabi Bagh, Punjabi Bagh, New Delhi, Delhi, 110026
Cost for Two: Rs 500 onwards
Date: Till June 30, 2025
Donna Cucina, Pune
This summer, Donna Cucina by Chef Arshita Singhvi brings the charm of Italian Summer to Pune with a sun-drenched celebration of food, joy, and la dolce vita. From May 2 to 4, 2025, step into our Italian Summer Festival — a three-day escape that whisks you away to a cobblestone piazza where the air is fragrant with sun-ripened tomatoes, sweet basil, and the irresistible aroma of wood-fired pizza.
Location: Donna Cucina, Bungalow, 5 Palacimo Estates, Lane No. 6, Kalyani Nagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411006
Cost for Two: Rs 1,200 onwards
Date: May 2-4, 2025
KMC Bar & Bistro, Mumbai
This summer, KMC Bar & Bistro invites you to escape the sweltering heat and embark on a refreshing gastronomic tour that blends vibrant tropical flavours, playful memories, and a deep sense of nostalgia. Their menu consists of dishes like prawn and tapioca crackers, jerk chicken with mango salsa, tender coconut ceviche, chilled tamarind and tomato soup, king crumble, etc.
Location: Kitab Mahal, 1st Floor, Shop No.2, Azad Maidan, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
Cost for Two: Rs 2,500 onwards
Date: NA
Magnolia Bakery, Bengaluru
This summer, Magnolia Bakery brings a tropical twist to its dessert menu with limited-edition mango treats. Highlights include the mango jamboree, mango pudding parfait, and vanilla cheesecake. This is where you will get the solution for your sugar cravings.
Location: St Marks Road, Bengaluru
Cost for Two: Rs 500 onwards
Date: NA
Ikk Panjab, Delhi
At Ikk Panjab in Connaught Place, it’s not just the mains that pay homage to India’s rich culinary heritage — even the gelatos come with a desi twist. The restaurant is reimagining the Italian classic with the flavours of India, using nostalgic ingredients like gur (jaggery), badaam (almonds), kishmish (raisins), and khajoor (dates). These house-churned gelatos combine the creamy texture of traditional Italian gelato with the comforting, earthy notes of Indian pantry staples — resulting in a dessert that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
Location: K-13 Outer Circle ground floor, Connaught Place New Delhi
Cost for Two: Rs 2,500 onwards
Date: NA
Sozo Izakaya, Mumbai
This summer, Sozo Izakaya, Versova’s beloved Japanese-inspired kitchen, is turning up the flavour with a seasonal spotlight on their signature Sandos and Baogers. Designed to be light, layered, and seriously loaded, these handheld bites bring together the soul of Japanese street food with playful, bold twists - perfect for Mumbai’s summer mood. Highlights on the menu include chicken crunchified, mash smash veggie, veg crunchified, and more.
Location: 02, JP Rd, Aram Nagar Part 2, Jeet Nagar, Versova, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400061, India
Cost for Two: Rs 1,100 onwards
Date: NA
Shangri-La Bengaluru
This summer, Shangri-La Bengaluru celebrates the vibrant flavours of mango across its restaurants. From lively brunches to elegant afternoon teas, indulge in seasonal dishes thoughtfully crafted to highlight the fruit’s richness, versatility, and tropical appeal. Try delicacies at b Café, mango thali at Ssaffron, and Lobby Lounge. Don't miss out on a delicious feast that will help you embark on a gastronomic ride.
Location: No. 56, 6B, Palace Rd, Abshot Layout, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
Cost for Two: Rs 2,500 onwards
Date: Until June 30, 2025
