Holi Hai, Flavours Bhi Hai: A Guide to the Most Exciting Festive Menus This Season

Holi is a time for colours, laughter, and togetherness, and it is also one of India’s most exciting food seasons. From DJ parties and indoor colour festivals to hotel brunches, heritage cafés, and comforting meals after the celebrations, cities across the country are full of festive dining experiences. Whether you want traditional gujiya and thandai, a North Indian buffet, Himalayan comfort food, or global café dishes, there is something special everywhere. This city-wise guide highlights the best Holi food events, brunches, and restaurant celebrations to check out this season. Get ready to eat, celebrate, and make colourful memories at these must-visit Holi spots across India.

JW Marriott, Mumbai
Party by the sea at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu with organic colours, live DJs, unlimited street chaat, biryanis, festive desserts, and free-flowing beverages. This sun-soaked poolside celebration blends beach vibes, luxury comfort, and high-energy Holi fun.

Parsi Dairy Farm, Mumbai
Try the Maharaja Lassi Challenge at Parsi Dairy Farm this Holi. If you finish the giant, topping-filled lassi in 60 seconds, you’ll win a festive gift hamper, get to wear a royal turban, and earn bragging rights at all Mumbai outlets.

HyLo, Mumbai
Celebrate Holi at HyLo with a 12-hour party featuring DJs, street-style comfort food, drinks, and lively energy from morning to night. It’s one of Mumbai’s top festive spots this season.

Lake View Cafe, The Westin, Mumbai
Enjoy a scenic Holi lunch at Lake View Cafe inside The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake, featuring festive buffets with gujiya, saffron thandai, live chaat, butter chicken, and lake views for a joyful family celebration.

​Raasta, Mumbai
Join Mumbai’s first indoor Holi festival at Raasta, where Raga Holi brings a two-stage celebration. Enjoy energetic music, colourful fun, rooftop views, and an all-day party atmosphere from morning onwards.


​Lygon St., Mumbai
After a morning of colours and celebrations, visit Lygon St. for a relaxed Holi lunch. Enjoy fresh pasta, oven-baked pizzas, handmade ravioli, and classic desserts like tiramisu and affogato for a perfect festive break.

​Yeti: The Himalayan Kitchen, Mumbai
Take a break from the Holi excitement at Yeti The Himalayan Kitchen. Enjoy steaming thukpa, juicy momos, hearty thalis, and slow-cooked curries at this cozy spot, perfect for recharging after a busy day of celebrations.

August Cafe, Mumbai
Unwind after Holi with a laid-back meal at August. Choose from nourishing bowls, fresh bakes, hearty wraps, and comfort food. This neighbourhood favourite is great for a relaxed, post-festival catch-up.

Peshwa Pavilion, ITC Maratha, Mumbai
Enjoy a festive feast at Peshwa Pavilion at ITC Maratha, where Holi is celebrated with chaat counters, Punjabi favourites, sweet desserts, and cooling thandai, all in an elegant setting.

Hornby’s Pavilion, ITC Grand Central
Celebrate Holi at Hornby’s Pavilion at ITC Grand Central, where Rang Barse offers festive dishes, nostalgic sweets, chilled lassi, and hearty mains for a joyful brunch and dinner.

Dough and Joe, Mumbai
Relax after Holi at Dough & Joe, where fresh pizzas with lots of toppings, yummy pastas, and handcrafted coffee create a cozy spot for slow catch-ups. It’s perfect for carb lovers looking for some calm after the celebrations.


Courtyard by Marriott, Mumbai
Enjoy a hearty Punjabi feast this Holi at Sweety Da Swad by Sweety Singh at Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport. Look forward to Dilli 6 aloo tikki, lasooni bekti, tandoori bharwan gucchi, makhanwalla kukkad, dal e shahi, truffle kulcha, and a nostalgic mango panjiri to finish.

Hotel Irada, Pune
Take it easy and celebrate Holi in style at Hotel Irada. Located on a peaceful winery estate, this getaway offers grape stomping, bottomless brunches, open-air cinema, flying lanterns, and racquet sports, all in a calm, luxurious setting. It’s ideal if you prefer mindful celebrations instead of loud parties.

Gather, Pune
Celebrate Holi with music, food, and good company at Utsav, featuring a special collaboration with Krishna Collective. Enjoy live fusion, folk, and Sufi music, great conversations, generous food, and an evening full of warmth and togetherness.


Yazu, Goa
Relax by the sea at Yazu Pan Asian Beach Club with fresh sushi, poke bowls, Asian pizzas, protein-rich mains, and refreshing cocktails. This stylish beachfront spot uses fresh ingredients and bold flavours for a perfect post-Holi meal.

Miri, The St.Regis Resort, Goa
Mark Holi with laid-back luxury at Miri at The St. Regis Goa Resort, where a festive brunch, live music, elegant décor, and a fun kids corner come together for a relaxed, feel-good spring celebration.