Bikanervala, one of India's most recognised heritage brands in sweets, snacks, and traditional vegetarian cuisine, is strengthening its presence in Bengaluru as part of its ambitious South India expansion strategy. With a legacy spanning more than 115 years, the brand continues to expand its footprint by introducing authentic North Indian flavours to one of India's most dynamic and cosmopolitan food markets.

Founded in 1905 in Bikaner, Rajasthan, and expanding to Delhi in 1950, Bikanervala has evolved into a global food and hospitality brand with more than 270 outlets across India and international markets, including the USA, Canada, UAE, Qatar, the UK, Australia, Singapore, Nepal, and New Zealand. The company operates under three verticals Bikanervala Restaurants, Bikano Packaged Foods, and Bikano Chat Cafes, while maintaining its commitment to authentic recipes, quality ingredients, and traditional Indian hospitality.

Bengaluru represents a strategic milestone in the company's nationwide growth roadmap. The city's diverse consumer base, expanding middle-class population, thriving corporate ecosystem, and appreciation for regional Indian cuisines have positioned it as an important destination in Bikanervala's South India expansion plans.

The brand currently operates from Jayanagar, offering dine-in, takeaway, pickup, delivery, and catering services. Operating daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 PM, the outlet caters to breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner while serving both individual diners and corporate customers.

The Bengaluru menu showcases an extensive selection of traditional North Indian favourites, including signature sweets, Bikaneri namkeens, chaats, North Indian curries, breads, and festive delicacies. Guests can enjoy classics such as Raj Kachori, Chole Bhature, Jalebi, Khandvi, Handvo, Dhokla, Kachori, Dal Dhokli, Paneer specialities, and a wide range of authentic regional recipes. The menu also includes South Indian dishes, Indo-Chinese offerings, refreshing beverages, desserts, corporate meal boxes, and customised thalis.

Beyond restaurant dining, Bikanervala offers catering solutions for weddings, birthday celebrations, corporate events, family gatherings, and festive occasions. The brand also provides specially curated festival sweet assortments, premium gift hampers, and customised bulk orders for celebrations and corporate gifting.

Maintaining high standards of food quality and safety remains central to Bikanervala's operations. The Bengaluru outlet operates under FSSAI License No. 11225334001195 and follows the company's standardised quality protocols. Bikanervala was also the first Indian sweets and namkeen brand to receive ISO 9001 certification, reflecting its longstanding commitment to quality assurance, hygiene, and operational excellence.

The company's South India strategy forms part of a broader national expansion plan that aims to add more than 70 new outlets across India during FY2025–26. Looking ahead, Bikanervala plans to establish over 700 stores globally by 2030 while targeting revenue of ₹7,000 crore. The company is also investing in new manufacturing facilities, including a ₹400 crore plant near Jewar Airport and a ₹50 crore facility in Hyderabad, to strengthen production capacity and support future growth.

Within Bengaluru, Bikanervala intends to further expand into major commercial and residential corridors, including HSR Layout, Indiranagar, Koramangala, Whitefield, MG Road, Kalyan Nagar, airport zones, premium shopping malls, and key IT hubs. The expansion will be supported by an enhanced delivery network and specialised catering services tailored for the city's corporate ecosystem.

Customers can also access Bikanervala's complete menu through its official online ordering platform, along with Swiggy and Zomato, offering convenient ordering, multiple payment options, and real-time delivery tracking.

With more than a century of culinary heritage, an expanding global footprint, and a growing presence in South India, Bikanervala continues to blend traditional Indian flavours with modern convenience, reinforcing its position as one of India's most trusted names in authentic vegetarian cuisine and sweets.

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Eco Hotels & Resorts is strengthening its presence in India’s food and beverage landscape with an expanding portfolio of concept-driven restaurants and cafés designed to deliver distinctive culinary experiences for hotel guests and local diners alike.

With a focus on authentic flavours, thoughtfully curated menus, and engaging hospitality experiences, the company’s restaurant brands aim to create destination dining spaces that cater to evolving consumer preferences while complementing its growing hospitality portfolio.

The company’s current culinary portfolio includes Sahar, GG’s Rooftop Lounge, Kick In the Brick, and EcoSip Café, with a premium non-vegetarian restaurant concept set to launch soon. Together, these brands represent Eco Hotels & Resorts’ vision of developing restaurant concepts with unique identities, experiences, and culinary philosophies.

Sahar, the flagship restaurant of Eco Hotels & Resorts, celebrates mindful eating through its focus on 100% pure vegetarian, Satvik, No Onion No Garlic, and Jain cuisine. The restaurant blends traditional Indian recipes with contemporary presentation, offering guests a dining experience rooted in authenticity, wellness, and purity.

Offering panoramic city views, GG’s Rooftop Lounge delivers an elevated family dining experience with a carefully curated vegetarian menu featuring Pan Asian and Continental cuisines. The rooftop setting, combined with sophisticated ambience and quality cuisine, positions the restaurant as a preferred destination for relaxed dining occasions.

Kick In the Brick brings together global vegetarian cuisine with entertainment-led dining experiences. Featuring music, live entertainment, sports screenings, and a vibrant family lounge atmosphere, the concept creates a lively social space designed for celebrations and casual gatherings.

For coffee enthusiasts and professionals, EcoSip Café offers artisan coffee, premium teas, freshly prepared café favourites, and a contemporary setting ideal for casual meetings, work conversations, and everyday moments.

Further expanding its culinary offerings, Eco Hotels & Resorts will soon launch a premium non-vegetarian restaurant celebrating India’s diverse regional culinary traditions along with international favourites. The upcoming concept marks the next phase of the company’s food and beverage growth strategy and will add further variety to its restaurant portfolio.

Commenting on the expansion, Chirag More, Head – Marketing & F&B Business, Eco Hotels & Resorts, said:

"At Eco Hotels & Resorts, we believe every restaurant should have its own soul, identity, and story. Our vision goes beyond serving great food. We strive to create memorable dining experiences through authentic flavours, thoughtful hospitality, and distinctive ambience."

He added, "Every concept in our portfolio has been thoughtfully developed to cater to different dining preferences while upholding our commitment to quality, innovation, and consistency. As we continue to grow our culinary portfolio, our focus remains on creating restaurant brands that become preferred dining destinations and deliver memorable experiences for every guest."

As Eco Hotels & Resorts continues to expand its food and beverage business, the company remains focused on creating distinctive restaurant concepts that connect with modern diners while strengthening its position in India’s evolving hospitality sector.