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IN PHOTOS | Durga Puja 2026: Explore these unique food menus across India this season

Updated On: 13 October, 2026 04:55 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

As the festivities get underway in West Bengal, there are many restaurants across India serving up delicious Durga Puja meals so that you have access to them, and here's your complete guide

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Here's your complete guide to the food menus across India. Photos Courtesy: Special Arrangement
Here's your complete guide to the food menus across India. Photos Courtesy: Special Arrangement
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Durga Puja in Goa This Durga Puja, Vaarta, Sangolda, invites diners to experience Bengal beyond its familiar favourites, with a celebration of food, culture and the memories that make the festival so special. The restaurant is hosting a Durga Puja Thali Festival, from October 17 to 20, bringing the warmth and nostalgia of a Bengali festive home to Goa.The festival features three distinct thali experiences. The Ashtami Vegetarian Thali, available exclusively on 18th October, brings together festive favourites such as Bhoger Khichuri, Cholar Dal, Luchi, Labra, Begun Bhaja, Aloo Phulkopi, Tomato Khejur Chutney and Payesh.The Saptami, Navami and Dashami Vegetarian Thali features Bengali classics including Jhuri Aloo Bhaja, Mochar Chop, Begun Bhaja, Dhakai Dal, Luchi, Aloo Dum, Jhinge Posto, Tomato Khejur Chutney and Bhapa Doi. The accompanying Non-Vegetarian Thali brings together Fish Fry with Kasundi, Kosha Mangsho, Murgi Jhol, Daaber Chingri, Dhakai Dal, Luchi and Bhapa Doi, among other accompaniments.Where: Vaarta, SangoldaWhen: October 17 to 20Price: Rs 899 plus taxes (Vegetarian); Rs 1399 plus taxes (Non-Vegetarian)Time: 12 noon to 10 pmCall: 8856003380 for reservations
Durga Puja in Goa This Durga Puja, Vaarta, Sangolda, invites diners to experience Bengal beyond its familiar favourites, with a celebration of food, culture and the memories that make the festival so special. The restaurant is hosting a Durga Puja Thali Festival, from October 17 to 20, bringing the warmth and nostalgia of a Bengali festive home to Goa.The festival features three distinct thali experiences. The Ashtami Vegetarian Thali, available exclusively on 18th October, brings together festive favourites such as Bhoger Khichuri, Cholar Dal, Luchi, Labra, Begun Bhaja, Aloo Phulkopi, Tomato Khejur Chutney and Payesh.The Saptami, Navami and Dashami Vegetarian Thali features Bengali classics including Jhuri Aloo Bhaja, Mochar Chop, Begun Bhaja, Dhakai Dal, Luchi, Aloo Dum, Jhinge Posto, Tomato Khejur Chutney and Bhapa Doi. The accompanying Non-Vegetarian Thali brings together Fish Fry with Kasundi, Kosha Mangsho, Murgi Jhol, Daaber Chingri, Dhakai Dal, Luchi and Bhapa Doi, among other accompaniments.Where: Vaarta, SangoldaWhen: October 17 to 20Price: Rs 899 plus taxes (Vegetarian); Rs 1399 plus taxes (Non-Vegetarian)Time: 12 noon to 10 pmCall: 8856003380 for reservations
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Celebrate in KolkataThis Durga Puja, JW Marriott Kolkata invites guests to celebrate the joy and spirit of the season with an exquisite festive feast, vibrant entertainment and memorable dining experiences across the hotel. From 17 to 21 October 2026, guests can come together with family and friends to savour specially curated offerings across JW Kitchen, Mahabhoj, Vintage Asia, 2:FiftyNine Bar and Infinity Pool Bar.At JW Kitchen, the festive celebrations will take place from October 17 to 21, offering an elaborate spread across lunch, dinner and a special midnight buffet. Lunch and dinner will be served from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm and 7 pm to 11 pm, respectively, priced at Rs 3299 plus taxes. The midnight buffet, available from 12 am to 3 am, is priced at Rs 2,499 plus taxes, while a special kids' buffet will be available at Rs 1999 plus taxes. The experience will be complemented by entertainment and music.Mahabhoj will celebrate the festive spirit from October 18 to 20, with its offering available during lunch from 12 noon to 4:30 pn, priced at Rs 2799 plus taxes. Families can also enjoy a dedicated kids' buffet priced at Rs 1499 plus taxes, accompanied by live music.For those looking to continue the celebrations into the evening, 2:FiftyNine will be open from October 17 to 21, from 9 am to 3 am, featuring a live band. The experience comes with a cover charge of Rs 2000 plus taxes, which is redeemable.At Vintage Asia, guests can enjoy a special à la carte offering from October 17 to 21, with lunch served from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm and dinner from 7 pm to 11 pm. The festive menu brings together the restaurant's signature Asian-inspired flavours in a celebratory setting.Meanwhile, Infinity Pool Bar will present a special Indian à la carte menu from October 17 to 21, accompanied by entertainment and music. The experience is available with a cover charge of Rs 2000 plus taxes, which is redeemable.Where: JW Marriott Kolkata, TangraWhen: October 17 to 21Time: All throughout the dayPrice: Rs 1,999 onwards per person
Celebrate in KolkataThis Durga Puja, JW Marriott Kolkata invites guests to celebrate the joy and spirit of the season with an exquisite festive feast, vibrant entertainment and memorable dining experiences across the hotel. From 17 to 21 October 2026, guests can come together with family and friends to savour specially curated offerings across JW Kitchen, Mahabhoj, Vintage Asia, 2:FiftyNine Bar and Infinity Pool Bar.At JW Kitchen, the festive celebrations will take place from October 17 to 21, offering an elaborate spread across lunch, dinner and a special midnight buffet. Lunch and dinner will be served from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm and 7 pm to 11 pm, respectively, priced at Rs 3299 plus taxes. The midnight buffet, available from 12 am to 3 am, is priced at Rs 2,499 plus taxes, while a special kids' buffet will be available at Rs 1999 plus taxes. The experience will be complemented by entertainment and music.Mahabhoj will celebrate the festive spirit from October 18 to 20, with its offering available during lunch from 12 noon to 4:30 pn, priced at Rs 2799 plus taxes. Families can also enjoy a dedicated kids' buffet priced at Rs 1499 plus taxes, accompanied by live music.For those looking to continue the celebrations into the evening, 2:FiftyNine will be open from October 17 to 21, from 9 am to 3 am, featuring a live band. The experience comes with a cover charge of Rs 2000 plus taxes, which is redeemable.At Vintage Asia, guests can enjoy a special à la carte offering from October 17 to 21, with lunch served from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm and dinner from 7 pm to 11 pm. The festive menu brings together the restaurant's signature Asian-inspired flavours in a celebratory setting.Meanwhile, Infinity Pool Bar will present a special Indian à la carte menu from October 17 to 21, accompanied by entertainment and music. The experience is available with a cover charge of Rs 2000 plus taxes, which is redeemable.Where: JW Marriott Kolkata, TangraWhen: October 17 to 21Time: All throughout the dayPrice: Rs 1,999 onwards per person
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Taste of Durga Puja in BengaluruThis October, SAUS at DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport presents Pujor Bhoj: A Taste of Bengal, a culinary celebration running across Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami, and Vijayadashami, served across lunch and dinner.Staying true to SAUS’s philosophy of exploring flavour through local ingredients and the condiments that give a cuisine its identity, the experience draws from the building blocks of Bengali cooking, from the earthy richness of posto and distinctive Bengal fish to the spices and flavours that shape the cuisine.The menu, changing over four days, features Aam Pora Shorbot, Gondhoraj Ghol, Mochar Chop, Hansher Dimer Devil, Puchka, Chingri Malai Curry, Sukto, Kosha Mangsho, Jhuri Aloo Bhaja, Kolkata Style Biryani, and a sweet close of Rosogolla, Misti Doi, and Sondesh, a feast as joyful as the occasion itself.Where: SAUS, DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport, MarenahalliWhen: October 18 to 21Time: Lunch: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm; Dinner: 7 pm to 11 pmPrice: Rs 2,200 plus taxes per person
Taste of Durga Puja in BengaluruThis October, SAUS at DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport presents Pujor Bhoj: A Taste of Bengal, a culinary celebration running across Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami, and Vijayadashami, served across lunch and dinner.Staying true to SAUS’s philosophy of exploring flavour through local ingredients and the condiments that give a cuisine its identity, the experience draws from the building blocks of Bengali cooking, from the earthy richness of posto and distinctive Bengal fish to the spices and flavours that shape the cuisine.The menu, changing over four days, features Aam Pora Shorbot, Gondhoraj Ghol, Mochar Chop, Hansher Dimer Devil, Puchka, Chingri Malai Curry, Sukto, Kosha Mangsho, Jhuri Aloo Bhaja, Kolkata Style Biryani, and a sweet close of Rosogolla, Misti Doi, and Sondesh, a feast as joyful as the occasion itself.Where: SAUS, DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport, MarenahalliWhen: October 18 to 21Time: Lunch: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm; Dinner: 7 pm to 11 pmPrice: Rs 2,200 plus taxes per person 
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Bengali flavours in HyderabadNovotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC celebrates Durga Pujo with the rich, distinctive flavours of Bengal in the Nizami city. The five-star property has brought on board Bengali home chef Ushri Guruji of Ushri HomeChef, known for her focus on authentic Bengali cuisine and time-honoured culinary traditions. Born and brought up in Kolkata, Ushri has built a following through her regional food menus, supper clubs and pop-ups.Diners can experience the festival in two distinct formats across the hotel's dining venues. Food Exchange will host a Bengali-themed dinner buffet along with a Bengali Thali, featuring a selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian starters and main courses, alongside a live counter, offering diners a varied introduction to the region's culinary repertoire. At Permit To Grill (PTG), guests can enjoy specially curated Bengali vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis, bringing together the comforting flavours and traditional preparations associated with Bengali dining. The festival is designed to offer both a leisurely buffet experience and a more traditional, thoughtfully assembled thali.The spread will feature Bengali favourites such as Chingri Narkol Tikki, Gandhoraj Chicken Fry, Bhetki Paturi, Daab Chingri and Mutton Kosha, alongside traditional accompaniments including Basanti Pulao and Cholar Dal. The experience will conclude on a sweet note with Bengali classics such as Payesh, Sandesh and Rasogolla, celebrating the region’s distinctive culinary traditions.Where: Food Exchange, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICCWhen: October 16 to 22Price: Rs 2,799 plus taxes per personTime: 7:30 pm - 11 pmWhere: Permit To Grill (PTG), Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICCPrice: Vegetarian Thali: INR 1,299++ per person; Non-Vegetarian Thali: INR 1,499++ per personTime:  7:30 pm - 11 pmSpecial BrunchWhen: October 18Time: 12:30 pm - 4 pmPrice: Rs 2,999 plus taxes per person
Bengali flavours in HyderabadNovotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC celebrates Durga Pujo with the rich, distinctive flavours of Bengal in the Nizami city. The five-star property has brought on board Bengali home chef Ushri Guruji of Ushri HomeChef, known for her focus on authentic Bengali cuisine and time-honoured culinary traditions. Born and brought up in Kolkata, Ushri has built a following through her regional food menus, supper clubs and pop-ups.Diners can experience the festival in two distinct formats across the hotel's dining venues. Food Exchange will host a Bengali-themed dinner buffet along with a Bengali Thali, featuring a selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian starters and main courses, alongside a live counter, offering diners a varied introduction to the region's culinary repertoire. At Permit To Grill (PTG), guests can enjoy specially curated Bengali vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis, bringing together the comforting flavours and traditional preparations associated with Bengali dining. The festival is designed to offer both a leisurely buffet experience and a more traditional, thoughtfully assembled thali.The spread will feature Bengali favourites such as Chingri Narkol Tikki, Gandhoraj Chicken Fry, Bhetki Paturi, Daab Chingri and Mutton Kosha, alongside traditional accompaniments including Basanti Pulao and Cholar Dal. The experience will conclude on a sweet note with Bengali classics such as Payesh, Sandesh and Rasogolla, celebrating the region’s distinctive culinary traditions.Where: Food Exchange, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICCWhen: October 16 to 22Price: Rs 2,799 plus taxes per personTime: 7:30 pm - 11 pmWhere: Permit To Grill (PTG), Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICCPrice: Vegetarian Thali: INR 1,299++ per person; Non-Vegetarian Thali: INR 1,499++ per personTime:  7:30 pm - 11 pmSpecial BrunchWhen: October 18Time: 12:30 pm - 4 pmPrice: Rs 2,999 plus taxes per person
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Flavours of the EastSheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center brings the table to them with a festive Pujo feast, running till Dashami.The meal begins the way a Puja afternoon does, with snacks. Dimer Devil arrives crisp and spiced, and Macher Chop comes golden and generously stuffed. Aloo Bhaja and Machh Bhaja bring a light crunch, while Shukto offers its gentle bitter-sweet comfort and Paturi a fragrant steam of banana leaf.The mains are made for lingering. Kolkata Chicken Biryani is aromatic and layered, and Kosha Mangsho is dark, rich and slow-cooked until the gravy clings to every bite.A Pujo bhuribhoj is never complete without mishti mukh. End your festive meal with Mishti Doi or Rosogolla.Start your Saptami afternoon with a grand meal, or close a Dashami sandhya with a soulful one. Either way, Feast invites you and your loved ones to experience the goodness of Durga Pujo, the Bengali way.Where: Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center, WhitefieldWhen: October 12 to 20Time: 12:30 pm to 4 pmPrice: Rs 2999 plus taxes
Flavours of the EastSheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center brings the table to them with a festive Pujo feast, running till Dashami.The meal begins the way a Puja afternoon does, with snacks. Dimer Devil arrives crisp and spiced, and Macher Chop comes golden and generously stuffed. Aloo Bhaja and Machh Bhaja bring a light crunch, while Shukto offers its gentle bitter-sweet comfort and Paturi a fragrant steam of banana leaf.The mains are made for lingering. Kolkata Chicken Biryani is aromatic and layered, and Kosha Mangsho is dark, rich and slow-cooked until the gravy clings to every bite.A Pujo bhuribhoj is never complete without mishti mukh. End your festive meal with Mishti Doi or Rosogolla.Start your Saptami afternoon with a grand meal, or close a Dashami sandhya with a soulful one. Either way, Feast invites you and your loved ones to experience the goodness of Durga Pujo, the Bengali way.Where: Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center, WhitefieldWhen: October 12 to 20Time: 12:30 pm to 4 pmPrice: Rs 2999 plus taxes

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