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Five cities. Five tables. Go.
Some weekends call for a plan. Others just need a good table, a menu worth talking about, and the kind of meal that turns a regular Saturday into something you remember. If you ask me, I get on a lengthy call with my friend about where to have lunch for the weekend, or whether it's looking like a dinner plan. Sometimes we even start deciding on the place as early as Monday, just to stay motivated all week. So, if you are like me, take note.
This week, I have rounded up five spots across five cities, from new chapter openings and long-awaited relocations to speakeasy-style bars and authentic Vietnamese firsts. Whether you are in Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, or Goa, these are the places to head to this weekend. No grand plans required. Just good food, good company, and a table waiting for you.
One weekend, five cities, and plenty of reasons to eat out.
Mai Mai enters Chapter Two on MG Road with 35 covers and an open kitchen. Signatures like Korean Bibimbap and Egg-wrapped Fried Rice remain, joined by new dishes such as Char Sui Roast Pork and Ginger Scallion Steamed Fish.
Thai Naam moves from Andheri to a 100-seat space in Bandra. Favourites like Tom Yum and Som Tam return alongside new plates, including Truffle Baked Crab.
Rumour is a 45-seater speakeasy in Vasant Vihar with a wine-led bar and hidden entrance. Try the Vineyard Picante or Nashville fried chicken.
Vietnom brings authentic Vietnamese dining to Kolkata with a 56-seater space. The pho anchors the menu alongside turmeric fish in coconut cream.
Kesar Bagh by chef Azaan Qureshi focuses on Awadhi dum cooking inside a restored Portuguese home. Try the kakori kebabs, dum biryani, or shifa cocktail.
Whether you are in the mood for East Asian storytelling, authentic Thai, a wine-led night out, Vietnamese pho, or Awadhi classics, this weekend has a table waiting. Pick your city, gather your people, and go eat.
Happy weekend!
India Food Network Team
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