Get ready to celebrate Diwali with some amazing and specially curated finger-licking menus by some of the best restaurants across India. From festive snacks to cocktails to brunch-style spreads, these menus fill your festivities with oodles of deliciousness. These Diwali menus across India don’t just celebrate the festivals of lights with classic Indian delicacies but also bring a global touch with western bites, Korean specials, fusion desserts, and handcrafted cocktails. Because we all know, Diwali is all about joy and food! Check out some of the best ones here!
Best Diwali Menus In Mumbai
1. The Merchants, Fairmont Mumbai
This festive celebration at Fairmont Mumbai brings people together to enjoy the true spirit of the season. Their Diwali brunch menu goes beyond Indian food. Enjoy sizzling kebabs, smoky tandoor breads, artisanal pizzas, Japanese sushi, and even Korean delicacies. It’s more than a meal; it’s a celebration of connections. So, don’t forget to bring your friends and family too!
Where: The Merchants, Fairmont Mumbai
When: October 19, 2025; 12 pm – 3 pm, 7 pm – 11 pm
Cost: ₹3999 ++ per person, approx.
2. Lotus Cafe, JW Marriott
This Diwali, JW Marriott Juhu is inviting guests to celebrate Diwali at their Lotus Cafe. Their all-day dining spread includes Amritsari Chole, Rajasthani Dal Baati Churma, and North Indian sweets like Gujiya, Mathri, and Soan Papdi; without which Diwali feels incomplete. You will also find favourites like Rasgulla and Sandesh. This festive menu celebrates all cultures and offers the perfect way to enjoy Diwali in full spirit.
Where: Lotus Cafe, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu
When: October 15-25, 2025; 12:30 pm- 3 pm, 7 pm – 11 pm
Cost: ₹2,950 per person, approx.
3. Pondichery Cafe, Sofitel BKC
It’s raining Diwali menus in Mumbai this year! Pondichery Cafe is inviting guests to indulge in a lavish festive brunch. Expect a royal Indian feast with biryanis, curries, kebabs, and grills. The highlight is their Korean fried station serving crispy chicken, prawns, and tofu for vegetarians. We are already bookmarking this one for brunch. When are you?
Where: Pondichery Cafe, Sofitel Mumbai BKC
When: October 19, 2025; 12 pm onwards
Cost: ₹2000++ per person, approx.
4. The Square, Novotel Mumbai
Get ready for a lavish Diwali-themed brunch at The Square, Novotel, where festive joy meets culinary indulgence. Expect Indian delicacies like kebabs, biryanis, live counters, and mithai, along with fusion desserts that leave you happy and full. There will be handcrafted cocktails, chilled beers, and a chaat station, because who doesn’t love chaat, right?
Where: The Square, Novotel Hotel, Juhu Beach, Balraj Sahani Marg
When: October 19, 2025; 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Cost: ₹3000++ per person, approx.
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Best Diwali Menus In Bengaluru
5. Loya Diwali Feast, Taj West End
Loya at Taj West End is celebrating time-honoured traditions with a special Diwali menu that feels like poetry on a plate. Begin with Dhingri Pudina Shorba and Kulhad Shakarkandi Chaat, move to Gehat ke Kebab, Chukandar Rajgire ki Seekh, Surkh Kunna Gosht, and Kafauli Saag. End on a comforting note with Seb ki Kheer. Reading this menu itself is enough to make you hungry!
Where: Loya, Taj West End, Bengaluru
When: October 20, 2025; 12 pm – 11:45 pm
Cost: ₹5500++ per person, approx.
6. The Jamming Goat
This festive season, The Jamming Goat is offering a playful take on Indian flavours. Expect small plates like Samosa Smash Chaat, Mushroom Cheese Balls, Strawberry Dahi Bhalla, and Avocado Sev Puri. For mains, try the Chilli Paneer Biryani and Tandoor Coconut Lobster. To end, dig into Thandai Tres Leches and Thai Basil Panna Cotta. It sounds delicious, right?
Where: 2nd floor, Ashok Terrace, 303, 100 Feet Road, Stage 1, Indiranagar
When: 6:30 pm onwards
Cost: ₹1,000 ++ per person, approx.
7. The Aviary, JW Marriott Bengaluru
The Aviary in JW Marriott Bengaluru is inviting guests for a special Diwali meal spread across two indulgent days. Expect an exquisite spread of Indian classics like Pistachio Barfi, Boondi Laddu, and Cardamom-Spiced Vermicelli. There’s also a Samosa Chaat Station and drinks like ginger-infused mocktails and special lychee blends. Innovative, festive, and delicious!
Where: The Aviary, JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa
When: October 12 & 20; 12:30 pm – 4 pm, 7 pm – 11 pm
Cost: ₹2850++ per person, approx.
Best Diwali Menus In Delhi
8. Loya, Taj Palace
Delhi isn’t far behind when it comes to Diwali celebrations. Loya at Taj Palace, one of the capital’s most loved Indian restaurants, has come up with a festive menu featuring North India’s classic dishes. Expect naan, curries, biryanis, and kebabs prepared using traditional techniques. It’s classic yet festive!
Where: Loya, Taj Palace, 2 Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, New Delhi
When: October 20, 2025; 7 pm – 11 pm
Cost: ₹2,000++ per person, approx.
Best Diwali Menus In Goa
9. Como Agua
Sip, slice, and celebrate Diwali at Como Agua in Goa with their festive special menu. Expect Hot Honey Double Pepperoni Pizza with house-made mozzarella, Lobster Roll, Red Snapper, Japanese Soba Noodle Salad, and Mascarpone Ravioli. Don’t leave without trying their signature Como Honey Toast for dessert. Their special cocktail list includes two specials: Two Honeybees, a tequila smoked with honey and raw mango pickle, and The Nest, a truffle vermouth with a white chocolate egg. If you are in Goa, this spot overlooking the Arabian Sea is not to be missed!
Where: Under Sry 597/1 & 597/2, Vagator, Anjuna, Goa
When: 12:30 pm – 1 am
Cost: ₹1500++ per person, approx.
10. Susegado, St. Regis
Celebrate Diwali with a beachside BBQ in Susegado, St. Regis, where gourmet grills and handcrafted cocktails come together under the fireworks-lit sky. Enjoy a spread of fresh seafood, vegetarian delights, and sizzling live counters where chefs grill your favourites right in front of you. Pair your meal with signature cocktails for the perfect festive evening.
Where: Susegado, The St. Regis Goa Resort
When: October 22, 2025; 7 pm – 10:30 pm
Cost: ₹4,999 per person, approx.
Best Diwali Menus In Amritsar
11. Tepah Cafe
Amritsar and food go hand in hand. To celebrate Diwali, Tepah Cafe has reimagined the city’s culinary heritage with a special festive menu. Highlights include Paneer Malai and Mirchi Parantha Duo, Butter Chicken, Tandoori Sandwich, Nihari, Ricotta Paneer and Spinach Kofta, and Dal Bagh, which is their take on Amritsar’s beloved Dal Makhani.
Where: Second Floor, Sco no 13-14 D-Block Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar
When: 10 am – 1 am
Cost: ₹1000 per person, approx.
12. The Bagh
Celebrate Diwali at The Bagh Amritsar, a restaurant inspired by wildlife parks, featuring private dining rooms for a royal experience. The menu includes Awadhi Galawati Kebab with Khasta Roti, Broccoli Philadelphia Tikka, Mutton Biryani, Shahi Paneer, and vegetarian biryani. End your meal with Saffron Tres Leches and Awadhi Phirni. Don’t miss The Childhood Cookie, a whiskey-based cocktail inspired by the Amritsar special jeera biscuit, mixed with jaggery for a nostalgic twist!
Where: The Bagh, The Forest Resort, Amritsar
When: 12:30 pm – 1:00 am
Cost: ₹1,000 per person, approx.
So, which of these Diwali special menus are you planning to try in your city? Do let us know!
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