India, the diverse land of cultures and cuisines, is famous for various foods and spices. In recent times, Indian restaurants have been serving cuisines from Japan, China, France, Spain, and many other countries, including authentic traditional dishes of India. As tourists from all over the world visit India frequently, restaurants are keeping up with and changing their dishes according to guests’ tastes, cultures, and preferences. Here are some award-winning restaurant lists given below:
Indian Accent, New Delhi: This iconic restaurant was established by Rohit Khatter in 2009. This restaurant has two outlets also, one in Mumbai and another in New York City, USA. Indian Accent was previously placed at The Manor hotel for eight years and is now moving to The Lodhi in 2017. Some popular cuisines are braised lamb shank with Punjabi kadhi, arbi bitterballen with caper kasundi chutney, and black dairy dal. This restaurant is supervised by the executive chef, Chef Shantanu Mehrotra. He has been there since 2009.
The restaurant has won various awards over the years. Also featured in Conde Nast Traveller as Best 50 Restaurants and has been on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list since 2013. Indian Accent is on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list of 2024.
Location: The Lodhi, Lodhi Rd, CGO Complex, Pragati Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Avartana, ITC Grand Chola, Chennai: Avartana, a Sanskrit word, means rhythm, mysticism, and magic. At Avartana, everything from the decorations and furniture to the cuisine represents South Indian traditions wrapped with a modern twist. Their special culinary experiences are described as Maya, a mystical seven-course odyssey; Bela, a sumptuous nine-course feast; Jiaa, an eleven-course chef’s masterpiece; Anika, a thirteen-course culinary indulgence; and Tara, a thirteen-course coastal spectacle.
Location: ITC Grand Chola Hotel, Little Mount, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600032
The Table, Mumbai: Established in 2012 at Jay and Gauri’s farm in Sasawne, Alibag, The Table is referred to as one of India’s popular restaurants with a concept of ‘Farm to Table’ philosophy, showcased through The Table Farm. This restaurant is influenced by and follows a menu that mixes the flavors of San Francisco-style cooking. With a strong focus on shareable plates, the menu draws from various culinary traditions, spanning Thai, Japanese, French, and American influences. They are experts in crafted dishes such as the signature ginger-glazed boneless chicken wings and the vibrant Sobo Salad, featuring Hass avocado and fresh greens.
Winning the Award of Excellence since 2019, recognised amongst the 50 finest restaurants across the country, Condé Nast Traveller x Zomato Top Restaurant Awards 2024.
Location: Ground Floor, Kalapesi Trust Building, opposite Dhanraj Mahal, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400039
Wasabi By Morimoto, Mumbai: As the name suggests, they offer their guests authentic Japanese cuisine and dishes. Recognized by San Pelligrino as one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2016, their ingredients, including seafood and Wasabi, are specially sourced from Japan. Their popular as well as signature dishes like White fish carpaccio, Black cod miso, Wasabi crème brûlée, areso unique. The ambience is truly inspired by a typical Japanese home, and the bar menu features an excellent selection of saké, Japanese whisky, and plum wine.
Location: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001.
Cavatina by Avinash Martins, Goa: This famous restaurant has been ranked as one of India’s top 30 chefs by Culinary Culture Co. in 2022. Opened in 2012, their cuisine has a touch of continental and western flavour. All cooking ingredients are collected from around the state, and creative cooking techniques lead to a reimagining of local classics. Iconic cuisines like valchi bhaji served with mushrooms, morels, and a cashew ambot tik koji, roast tongue marinated in a temperado masala and served with a refreshing tartare, and the Portuguese Serradura reimagined as a tart.
Location: Taj Hotel Road, near Joecons Beach Resort, Benaulim, Goa 403712
