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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

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Varq, The Taj Mahal

Delhi

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Indian Accent

Mumbai

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Trèsind

Mumbai

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Tevar

Hyderabad

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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

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Kari Apla

Mumbai

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Rynsan

Shillong

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Adaa, Taj Falaknuma Palace

Hyderabad

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Comorin

Gurugram

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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

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Koishii, The St. Regis

Mumbai

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MEGU, The Leela Palace

Delhi

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Kangan, The Westin Mumbai Garden City

Mumbai

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Kokum Kitchen, Taj Fort Aguada

Goa

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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

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Restaurant Chef Pillai

Kochi

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Maaslli

Worli

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Fisherman's Wharf

Goa

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Karavalli

Bengaluru

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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

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Avatara

Mumbai

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Aragma

Pune

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Bombay Daak

Mumbai

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Hosa

Goa

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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

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Bar Palladio

Jaipur

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Baradari, 1135 AD at Amer Fort

Jaipur

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Hosa

Goa

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Bawri

Goa

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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

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Kopitiam Lah

Bengaluru

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Terrai

Hyderabad

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Avatara

Mumbai

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Popo's by The Blue Poppy

Kolkata

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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

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Carnatic Cafe

Delhi

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Boojee

Mumbai

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Coromandel Cafe

Puducherry

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Sienna Store & Café

Kolkata

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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

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One8 Commune

Hyderabad

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Fenix, The Oberoi

Mumbai

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The One, Le Méridien

Delhi

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Woodside Inn

Mumbai

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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

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Muro

Bengaluru

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By the Mekong - The St. Regis

Mumbai

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Hakkasan

Mumbai

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Seefah

Mumbai

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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

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Amoli

Shantiniketan

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Villa Maya

Thiruvanthapuram

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The Johri

Jaipur

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The Bangala

Karaikudi

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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

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Greenr

Goa

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Annamaya

Delhi

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Project Hum

Mumbai

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OMO - Soul Food Community

Gurugram

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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

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The House of MG

Ahmedabad

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Soam

Mumbai

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Shree Thaker Bhojanalay

Mumbai

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Saravana Bhavan

Chennai

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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

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VietNom

Mumbai

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Nho Saigon

Mumbai

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Little Saigon

Delhi

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Phobidden Fruit

Bengaluru

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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

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Dindigul Ponram

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Molecule

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Mainland China

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Wow Momos

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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

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Karim’s

Delhi

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MTR

Bengaluru

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Tunday Kababi

Lucknow

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Britannia & Co

Mumbai

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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

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ZLB23

Bengaluru

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Comorin

Gurugram

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AMPM

Kolkata

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Carnival by Trèsind

Mumbai

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Best Indian Craft Beer

Ale is well! A craft beer assessed according to parameters of flavour, quality, aroma, colour and mouthfeel.

Great State Aleworks

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Drifters Brewing Company

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Maka Di Beer

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Effingut

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Windmills

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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

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Stranger & Sons

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Cherrapunji Gin

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Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin

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Kumaon & I

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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

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Daku Gold

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Old Monk Coffee

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Camikara 12YO

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The Kohinoor Reserve Indian Dark Rum

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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

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Rosetta Hospitality

Goa

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Raffles

Udaipur

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The Kumaon

Almora

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Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra Kovalam

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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

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Wildernest Nature Resort

Goa

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Spice Village CGH Earth

Thekkady

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Barefoot at Havelock

Andamans

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Amaya

Kasauli

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Best Boutique Hotel

Quaint over Quantity! A ​luxurious stay with limited rooms that ​excels ​in creati​ng 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

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Villa Palladio

Jaipur

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Dolkhar Resort

Leh

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Jalakara

Andaman

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Ronil Goa -JDV by Hyatt

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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

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Reni Pani Jungle Lodge

Satpura National Park

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Diphlu River Lodge

Kaziranga National Park

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Utsav Camp Sariska

Sariska Tiger Reserve

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The Blackbuck Lodge

Velavadar National Park

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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

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ITC Kohenur

Hyderabad

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The Park

Chennai

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Andaz Delhi By Hyatt

Delhi

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Shangri - La Bengaluru

Bengaluru

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