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Best Progressive Indian Restaurant
Rebel with a cause! These are culinary establishments who offer a modern take of traditional Indian fare. Innovation means separating genius from the gimmicky. Shedding off its old avatar, the dish needs to be creatively reinterpreted and aesthetically presented without losing its soul.
Ziya, The Oberoi

Mumbai
Varq, The Taj Mahal

Delhi
Indian Accent

Mumbai
Trèsind

Mumbai
Tevar

Hyderabad
Best Regional Indian Restaurant
RRR - Rich, Regional, Ravishing. Like regional cinema, regional cuisine too is making waves across the country. Restaurants that place value on hyper-local and feature lesser-known regional cuisines
Malgudi Mylari Mane

Bengaluru
Kari Apla

Mumbai
Rynsan

Shillong
Adaa, Taj Falaknuma Palace

Hyderabad
Comorin

Gurugram
Best Restaurant in a 5 Star
A restaurant with 5+ years of operations within a five-star hotel that has been a trendsetter and innovator in introducing cuisines with its ever evolving menu and focus on ingredients.
Dum Pukht, ITC Maurya

Delhi
Koishii, The St. Regis

Mumbai
MEGU, The Leela Palace

Delhi
Kangan, The Westin Mumbai Garden City

Mumbai
Kokum Kitchen, Taj Fort Aguada

Goa
Best Coastal Restaurant
Sounds Fishy yet Tasty! A restaurant that consistently delivers fresh, flavourful seafood dishes and not makes any bones about impressing its diners with its commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service.
Trishna

Mumbai
Restaurant Chef Pillai

Kochi
Maaslli

Worli
Fisherman's Wharf

Goa
Karavalli

Bengaluru
Best Concept Restaurant
It's all in the Concept! A restaurant that has made an attempt to attract the audience in a unique manner, through its decor, location and the experience. A distinct idea that could be thoughtful, fancy or utterly shocking.
Bandra Born

Mumbai
Avatara

Mumbai
Aragma

Pune
Bombay Daak

Mumbai
Hosa

Goa
Best Designed Restaurant
Beauty with function. Design is integral, the first thing we notice, engage with... it tells a story and stays long after we leave a place. From the door to the furnishing to the light fixtures that give you warmth and privacy to the architecture that doesn't disturb the past but merges with the fuctional needs of the present.
Tubu

Chandigarh
Bar Palladio

Jaipur
Baradari, 1135 AD at Amer Fort

Jaipur
Hosa

Goa
Bawri

Goa
Best New Restaurant
When you are not just a 'New' Restaurant but 'Neo' -The One, who despite being less than 6 months old has already grabbed the eyes, ears and tastebuds of the cognoscenti, press, critics and social media.
Otra

Mumbai
Kopitiam Lah

Bengaluru
Terrai

Hyderabad
Avatara

Mumbai
Popo's by The Blue Poppy

Kolkata
Best Cafe
Deals, dates or diaries - a lot happens over a cuppa here! Apart from offering a variety of options and skilled execution in beverages, the food is well-paired with the beverage menu to offer a complete dining experience in a comfortable and cozy setting.
Corridor 7 - Coffee Roasters

Nagpur
Carnatic Cafe

Delhi
Boojee

Mumbai
Coromandel Cafe

Puducherry
Sienna Store & Café

Kolkata
Best All Day Dining Restaurant
‘Roll the red carpet for the red eyes’. Offering everything from classic comfort food to innovative fusion dishes, a spot that satisfies any craving, any time of day. Their food is delicious, their atmosphere is inviting, and their service is impeccable. It's the place where you can truly enjoy a meal without worrying about the clock.
Vista Taj Lands End

Mumbai
One8 Commune

Hyderabad
Fenix, The Oberoi

Mumbai
The One, Le Méridien

Delhi
Woodside Inn

Mumbai
Best Asian Restaurant
Our culinary cousins from the hood! An establishment that truly celebrates Asian culture with the most aromatic curries to the finest cooked meat cuts. The menu is a ticket for a tantalising gastronomic journey for discerning diners.
Fireback

Goa
Muro

Bengaluru
By the Mekong - The St. Regis

Mumbai
Hakkasan

Mumbai
Seefah

Mumbai
Best Restaurant in a Non-Metro
‘Country - cousin no more’. A restaurant that proves great food isn't just for the big city. Showcasing local flavours and innovative techniques, their menu is a delightful surprise and is for anyone who appreciates exceptional dining experiences, no matter where they're located.
Oudhyana

Lucknow
Amoli

Shantiniketan
Villa Maya

Thiruvanthapuram
The Johri

Jaipur
The Bangala

Karaikudi
Best Sustainable Restaurant
Say Hello to Planet-Positive Plates! A favourite among eco-conscious foodies, a restaurant that's setting the standard for sustainable dining with their commitment to reducing waste, supporting local farmers, and minimising their environmental impact.
Go Native

Bengaluru
Greenr

Goa
Annamaya

Delhi
Project Hum

Mumbai
OMO - Soul Food Community

Gurugram
Best Vegetarian Restaurant
No 'beet'ing around the bush! Lettuce celebrate the menu with the green dot and find the G.O.A.T. minus the meat!
Street Storyss

Bengaluru
The House of MG

Ahmedabad
Soam

Mumbai
Shree Thaker Bhojanalay

Mumbai
Saravana Bhavan

Chennai
Best Vietnamese Restaurant
Pho real, this is good ! A fine-dine restaurant that has mastered the art of banh mi, bun cha and rice paper rolls, while evoking the vibrant vibes of Vietnam.
Blue Ginger

Bengaluru
VietNom

Mumbai
Nho Saigon

Mumbai
Little Saigon

Delhi
Phobidden Fruit

Bengaluru
Best Restaurant Franchise
The ultimate grow-getter! A restaurant franchise that has proven to be a success, delivering extraordinary dining experiences to customers across India while maintaining its commitment to quality and consistency.
Haldiram

Dindigul Ponram

Molecule

Mainland China

Wow Momos

Best Legacy Restaurant
Like the lovable grandparent who tells the finest stories, this restaurant celebrates that old is definitely the gold standard - in terms of taste, experience and guiding the present to appreciate the past.
Trincas

Kolkata
Karim’s

Delhi
MTR

Bengaluru
Tunday Kababi

Lucknow
Britannia & Co

Mumbai
Best Cocktail Bar
Raising the bar - literally! An establishment which focuses on its bar before food. The bar and mixologists should be masters of classic cocktails as well as have an evolving beverage menu that focusses on customization, innovation and exemplary service. There should also be a focus on food that complements the drinks.
SOKA

Bengaluru
ZLB23

Bengaluru
Comorin

Gurugram
AMPM

Kolkata
Carnival by Trèsind

Mumbai
Best Indian Craft Beer
Ale is well! A craft beer assessed according to parameters of flavour, quality, aroma, colour and mouthfeel.
Great State Aleworks

Drifters Brewing Company

Maka Di Beer

Effingut

Windmills

Best Indian Craft Gin
Have a Ginder-bender! Only the finest spirits assesed for flavour, quality, aroma, colour, finish and botanicals shall be put to taste and test.
Doja

Stranger & Sons

Cherrapunji Gin

Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin

Kumaon & I

Best Indian Rum
‘A Royal Rum-ble, this. From the subtle sweetness of molasses to the complexity of oak ageing, an Indian rum brand with a distinctive character that sets it apart.
Amrut Bella

Daku Gold

Old Monk Coffee

Camikara 12YO

The Kohinoor Reserve Indian Dark Rum

Best Luxury Resort
Luxe Alert! A resort that excels in every aspect—from personalised service and state-of-the-art amenities to exquisite design and gourmet dining.
Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa

Coorg
Rosetta Hospitality

Goa
Raffles

Udaipur
The Kumaon

Almora
Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra Kovalam

Best Sustainable Resort
Green is the new black! A hotel or resort that goes above and beyond lip-service sustainability practices to inculcate and innovate practices that work with the changing consumer and environment. Brownie points for international accreditation and certification.
The Tamara Kodai

Wildernest Nature Resort

Goa
Spice Village CGH Earth

Thekkady
Barefoot at Havelock

Andamans
Amaya

Kasauli
Best Boutique Hotel
Quaint over Quantity! A luxurious stay with limited rooms that excels in creating a personalised, immersive and unique experience with its distinct design, intimate atmosphere, and allows guests to savour the local culture through its art, food, culture and community.
Kara Fort

Kochi
Villa Palladio

Jaipur
Dolkhar Resort

Leh
Jalakara

Andaman
Ronil Goa -JDV by Hyatt

Best Wildlife resort
Where the wild things are! A luxurious stay amidst a forest that lets guests experience and appreciate nature and wildlife while prioritising sustainable practices to minimise their impact on the environment.
The Serai Bandipur

Bandipur National Park
Reni Pani Jungle Lodge

Satpura National Park
Diphlu River Lodge

Kaziranga National Park
Utsav Camp Sariska

Sariska Tiger Reserve
The Blackbuck Lodge

Velavadar National Park
Best Business Hotel
They mean Business! A hotel that reimagines the concept of hospitality with a distinctive blend of comfort, character, and convenience.
The Westin Mumbai Garden City

Mumbai
ITC Kohenur

Hyderabad
The Park

Chennai
Andaz Delhi By Hyatt

Delhi
Shangri - La Bengaluru

Bengaluru