January marks the heart of winter, a time when kitchens across the country slow down, lean into seasonal produce, and rediscover the comfort of warm, indulgent food. This month’s winter menus reflect that
spirit, celebrating local ingredients at their peak, age-old cooking techniques, and flavours designed to nourish and linger. From vibrant winter strawberries and slow-cooked regional classics to soulful broths, interactive grills, and globally inspired comfort plates, these seasonal offerings capture the essence of winter dining in the city.
Thoughtfully curated and rich in warmth, these winter specials are less about trends and more about timeless comfort, perfect for lingering lunches, cosy evenings, and indulgent moments that make winter worth celebrating.
Foodstories
Foodstories continues to celebrate the season with its Strawberry Winter Menu for January. Highlighting the very best of India’s winter strawberries—Winter Dawn, Sweet Charlie, and Brilliance—Chef Ankit Tiwari has curated a collection of artisanal desserts that capture the essence of the season.
Each creation balances classic techniques with seasonal freshness, offering a sensory experience that is at once comforting, indulgent, and celebratory. From delicate pastries to rich, chocolate-infused treats, the menu invites guests to savour the sweetness, aroma, and vibrant colours of winter strawberries, making every bite a true delight.
The Strawberry Bakeshop Desserts include Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry & Dark Chocolate Tart, Strawberry Almond Croissant, and Strawberry Mille Feuille.
Available at: All Foodstories stores and website
Store Locations:
New Delhi – G-01, Lower Ground Floor, Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
Hyderabad – Ground Floor, Vamsiram BSR One, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Bengaluru – Ground Floor, Prestige Sterling Square, Lavelle Road, Bengaluru
Coffee Island Beyond
Coffee Island Beyond, GK II, places the spotlight on its freshly prepared, all-day breakfast menu, available 24/7 for those who enjoy slow mornings, comfort plates, and generous, brunch-style meals made to order at any hour of the day. Designed to deliver both abundance and great value, the menu brings together familiar flavours, hearty portions, and café-style comfort that feels indulgent yet accessible.
Between 7 AM and 11 AM, guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast platter starting at just ₹299*, making it an easy, value-driven option for early mornings.
Breakfast Platters
The breakfast platters feature both vegetarian and egg-based options, thoughtfully put together with scrambled eggs or omelettes, toasted bread, baked beans, crispy hash browns, and fresh sides—ideal for a filling, well-rounded meal.
Other Breakfast Options
Alongside the platters, the all-day breakfast menu includes classics such as French Butter Croissant, Islander Eggs, Akuri Toast, Islander Breakfast Burrito, Fluffy Café Pancakes, and Decadent French Toast, all available throughout the day.
Where: M-Block, Greater Kailash II, New Delhi
Price: Breakfast platters starting at ₹299* (7 AM – 11 AM)
Monkey Bar
Monkey Bar Delhi begins 2026 with the launch of its new food menu, celebrating regional Indian flavours alongside globally loved comfort classics in a format designed for relaxed, social dining. Conceptualised by Chef Sumit Choudhary and brought to life by the culinary team, the menu reflects contemporary Indian eating habits—familiar yet inventive, nostalgic yet playful, and always rooted in bold, flavour-forward cooking.
The menu unfolds as a journey across India, reimagining comfort and street favourites through a modern gastropub lens. Highlights include Pindi Chana Hummus, where a North Indian staple meets Middle Eastern influences; Banana Blossom Satay with honey kasundi; and southern flavours such as Gongura Chicken Satay and Ghee Roast Prawns.
Hearty indulgences like Haleem Rolls and Cheese-Stuffed Mirchi add warmth and depth, while desserts such as Choco Taco and Chocolate & Bourbon Molten Cake bring the experience to a decadent close. Popular classics continue alongside the new additions, striking a balance between discovery and familiarity, perfect for sharing, sipping, and lingering.
Where: Plot 11, Local Shopping Complex, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
Price for Two: ₹2,500
Timings: Monday–Sunday, 1:00 PM–1:00 AM
Guppy
Guppy unveils its Winter Menu, thoughtfully curated to bring warmth and comfort to the season. Rooted in Japanese flavours and crafted for slow, indulgent meals, the menu brings together hearty broths, interactive grills, and soulful dishes designed for the colder months.
The menu opens with Carrot & Spicy Miso Soup, a creamy carrot purée infused with gochujang miso. Small plates strike a balance between freshness and indulgence, including Avocado & Tofu Salad with ginger-soy dressing, Shichimi & Yuzu Kosho Crispy Calamari with wasabi aioli, and Salmon Belly Tataki dressed in wasabi-soy ponzu.
Signature sushi selections include Spicy Kampachi Sushi Roll and Okara & Avocado Sushi Roll topped with furikake mayo. Interactive table grills feature Zucchini, Baby Corn & Asparagus, Miso Lamb, and Soy Garlic Mince Chicken Mini Steak.
Comforting mains and hotpots form the heart of the menu, from Winter Vegetable & Tofu Curry Rice and Katsu Curry Rice to Kimchi Yudofu Nabe and Seafood Nabe, cooked tableside. The winter experience is completed with soul-warming ramen bowls such as Goma Dressed Winter Vegetable Ramen and Kimchi Goma Chicken Ramen.
Address: 28, Main Market, Lodhi Colony, New Delhi
Timings: Lunch: 12 PM–4 PM | Dinner: 6 PM–12 AM
Price for Two: ₹3,200 (without alcohol), ₹5,200 (with alcohol)
Comorin – Winter Menu
Comorin Gurugram unveils its Winter Menu, bringing together comforting flavours, slow-cooked classics, and seasonal favourites rooted in India’s diverse culinary traditions. Guided by Brand Chef Dhiraj Dargan, the menu reflects the philosophy of honest, regional cooking, with dishes designed to warm the colder months through depth, nostalgia, and bold flavours.
The menu opens with crisp starters such as Amritsari Fish with green apple and kohlrabi slaw, and Methi Murg Tikka paired with tandoori root vegetables. Indulgent Chilli Cheese finished with a masala crumb offers a rich, comforting bite.
Hearty mains include the slow-cooked Ek Taar Ki Nalli Nihari served with green garlic naan, alongside winter classics like Sarson Ka Saag with makki ki roti and Palak Paneer Pasanda with flaky laccha parantha. The menu concludes with Panjiri Mithai Tart served with ginger candy ice cream, offering a nostalgic winter finish.
Address: Two Horizon Center, DLF Phase 5, Gurugram
Operating Hours: Sunday–Thursday: 12 PM–12 AM | Friday–Saturday: 12 PM–1 AM
Miss Margarita by Arriba
Miss Margarita by Arriba welcomes 2026 with its Winter Especiales Menu, combining hearty winter produce with bold Mexican flavours and vibrant seasonal twists. The menu celebrates comforting, flavour-packed dishes perfect for the colder months, served in a lively tequila-bar setting.
Highlights include Roast Macha Mushroom & Pumpkin Chimichanga, Habanero Pumpkin Quesadilla, and seasonal tacos such as Chipotle Turkey Taco and Ancho-Glazed Smoked Ham Taco. Desserts lean into warm classics with Mexican Hot Chocolate, Caramel Flan, and Churros dusted like winter snow. Paired with signature margaritas and winter cocktails, the menu offers a festive, flavour-rich experience ideal for gatherings and casual nights out.
Locations:
Greater Kailash II, New Delhi
Sikanderpur, Gurugram
Price for Two: ₹2,500 (approx.)
Kikli
Kikli, Chef Amninder Sandhu’s deeply personal tribute to Punjab’s culinary memory, welcomes winter with a menu that reflects the season as it is lived and cooked in Punjabi homes. Set in a restored heritage space, the winter offerings focus on slow cooking, heirloom ingredients, and recipes drawn from oral histories and family kitchens.
Winter staples take centre stage with Sarson Da Saag paired with Makki Di Roti, alongside robust seasonal dishes like Pudinewale Bater and the indulgent Nalli Kachori. Sweet endings remain rooted in tradition with Gur Churi and Kaali Gajjar Halwa, slow-cooked to highlight the natural sweetness of black carrots in season.
With its winter menu, Kikli continues its mission of preserving Punjabi culinary knowledge, offering dishes that feel honest, nourishing, and deeply connected to season and memory.
