
Tiny Restaurants Gain Popularity in India as Diners Seek Intimate Experiences
Small-format restaurants, often seating fewer than 20 people, are gaining traction in India as diners seek immersive and exclusive dining experiences.
Staff reporter at Till and Trolley, covering Retail.

Small-format restaurants, often seating fewer than 20 people, are gaining traction in India as diners seek immersive and exclusive dining experiences.

This year's Independence Day sales have brought impressive growth for brands and retailers, with value sales soaring by up to 25% and volume sales increasing by 5-7%.

Maharashtra's food safety chief has suspended permits for 12 warehouses belonging to Eternal, Swiggy, and Zepto after inspections revealed severe hygiene issues, including cockroach infestations and rodent droppings. This follows earlier closures of popular eateries for similar violations.

Major Indian mall operators are intensifying scrutiny of food and beverage outlets following recent regulatory actions by state authorities. With F&B tenants becoming key revenue drivers, malls are reinforcing hygiene protocols to protect their reputation.