Mumbai, October 6, 2026: Restaurant Week India (RWI) organised by the Dining Collective in partnership with Kotak Solitaire, Kotak Mahindra Bank, is now going national. Having launched in three cities in April, the festival returns for its Autumn Edition from October 16 to November 1, 2026, featuring over 100 leading restaurants nationwide.
The Summer Edition proved the concept: more than 6,000 diners, over ₹1 crore in revenue for participating restaurants, and nearly 1,700 people still on the waitlist when bookings closed. The Autumn Edition responds to that demand with more cities, more restaurants, a longer run of seventeen days across three weekends, and two new formats.
Three Ways To Dine
Prix-fixe menus. Participating restaurants will serve curated three-course menus that showcase their signature dishes and culinary style. Lunch menus start at ₹1,300, while dinner menus range from ₹1,600 to ₹2,200, plus applicable taxes.
Dessert pop-ups. Limited-run pop-ups in select cities will bring pastry chefs together to create a one-of-a-kind dessert tasting menu for a single sitting. Each will offer a limited number of seats, with participating chefs, venues and dates announced closer to the festival.
‘One Service Only’.During the festival, selected food-forward bars will put their kitchens in the spotlight with a three-course menu created exclusively for the occasion. Each evening will offer two sittings with limited seats. A special drinks menu only for RWI customerswill be available to purchase separately at the venue.
All reservations are prepaid and to be made on the District app.
Kotak Cardholders Get First Access
All Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit Card holders will receive a 48-hour priority booking window on October 10 and 11, 2026 before general reservations open on October 12, 2026.
Kotak Solitaire cardholders will receive additional benefits: a specially curated extra course at every participating restaurant, and first access to the ‘One Service Only’ evenings and dessert pop-ups as they are announced, alongside Solitaire-only access at select participating restaurants.
Jyoti Samajpati, Executive Vice President, Head of Propositions and Retail Bank Marketing, Kotak Mahindra Bank, said: “Kotak Solitaire is delighted to be associated with Restaurant Week India for its second edition as we join hands to celebrate India’s vibrant culinary landscape. We are proud to offer early access to all Kotak Credit Card holders. Kotak Solitaire Credit Card holders get exclusive access to limited edition drops and a curated additional course. This collaboration reflects our commitment to unlock unique and exciting experiences for our customers.”
What The Summer Edition Revealed
The Summer Edition marked Restaurant Week India’s return after a ten-year gap. Over ten days in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru, it brought more than 6,000 diners to participating restaurants through 2,100-plus bookings, generating over ₹1 crore in revenue for restaurants. Demand outstripped supply, with nearly 1,700 waitlist requests that could not be accommodated.
Some users made multiple bookings during the festival. 81 users booked three or more times within the ten days, an early sign that RWI is building a repeat audience.
“Restaurant Week India’s second edition reflects how much is happening in Indian restaurants right now. This edition covers the country, with restaurants from Ahmedabad to Kolkata and NCR to Bengaluru. As with the last edition, the goal is to get diners to rediscover their city and find new favourites,” said Aatish Nath, co-founder of RWI.
Bookings And Details
The full restaurant line-up, including the dessert pop-up and the ‘One Service Only’ calendar, will be revealed ahead of bookings opening. Details on reservations will be available through the District app. All bookings on the District app and platform.
About Kotak Solitaire
Kotak Solitaire is a pioneering banking proposition reserved for individuals and families with deep, multi-dimensional relationships with Kotak. It is invitation-only and offers the following:
- Up to ₹8 crore pre-approved credit lines across loans and cards*
- Wealth Management Services
- Access to the invite-only Solitaire credit card which is designed to complement the lifestyle of affluent customers with benefits like accelerated air miles, zero forex mark-up, unlimited lounge access, 20% off up to Rs. 5000 on District twice a month and access to exclusive events
*Terms and conditions apply. Credit at the sole discretion of the Bank and subject to guidelines issued by RBI from time to time. Credit limit of any type will be sanctioned as per the credit policy of the bank and at its sole discretion. The Bank may engage the services of marketing agents for the purpose of sourcing loan assets. Issuance of Credit Cards is at the sole discretion of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. All features and benefits are subject to Credit Card Terms and Conditions. Please read the Credit Card terms and conditions carefully provided on the bank website www.kotak.com.
About Restaurant Week India
Restaurant Week India is a dining festival that brings together some of the country’s best restaurants across cuisines and formats, with each participating restaurant creating a menu exclusively for the event. Revived in 2026 after a ten-year gap, RWI gives diners a reason to explore their city’s restaurants and gives restaurants a focused window to show their best cooking to a receptive audience. It takes place twice a year, with Summer and Autumn Editions.
About The Dining Collective
The Dining Collective organises culinary events and intellectual properties that showcase India’s best chefs, restaurants and food. Working with private companies looking to engage with the restaurant industry and its talent, it develops food-led events and experiences, with Restaurant Week India as its flagship.
About District
District is India’s playground for those who refuse the ordinary and is reshaping how people discover and experience their cities. It brings together handpicked experiences across dining, concerts, movies, events, sports, shopping – turning plans into memories. Whether you’re chasing your next favorite meal, scoring tickets to shows, or uncovering hidden gems – District puts it all in one place.
