Ugadi, the Telugu and Kannada New Year, is a vibrant celebration of renewal, prosperity, and tradition. Marking the onset of spring, it is a time for fresh beginnings, family gatherings, and, most importantly, festive feasting. Central to Ugadi's culinary traditions is Ugadi Pachadi, a symbolic dish that blends six flavours—sweet, sour, bitter, salty, spicy, and tangy—representing life's varied experiences. Alongside, homes are filled with the aroma of decadent sweets, spicy curries, and festive specialities that make this occasion a true gastronomic delight. If you are in Bengaluru or Hyderabad, don't miss a Ugadi 2025 feast at these restaurants.
La Utsav at Grand Mercure Bengaluru offers a festive Ugadi feast featuring regional South Indian specialities. Highlights include the traditional Ugadi Pachadi, a blend of six flavours representing life's myriad emotions in the coming year; and the indulgent Chakkara Pongal, a temple-style sweet rice with jaggery and dry fruits.
Where: La Utsav, Grand Mercure Gopalan Mall
When: March 30
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Price: INR 2,300, exclusive of taxes (food only)
Celebrate Ugadi at ITC Gardenia’s Cubbon Pavilion with an authentic festive feast. Enjoy traditional delicacies like Obbattu, Mavinakkai Anna, Bale Hannu Dose, and Badanekai Kaazhu Gojju, which are expertly crafted for a rich culinary experience. End on a sweet note with Sabakki Payasa, all set against the elegant backdrop of colonial architecture.
Where: Cubbon Pavilion, ITC Gardenia
When: March 31
Time: 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm (lunch buffet)
Price: INR 1,750, exclusive of taxes
Reservations: Call 7305874139
Celebrate the spirit of Ugadi at Dakshin, ITC Windsor, with a thoughtfully curated festive menu that honours the rich culinary heritage of the festival. Experience the essence of the New Year with an authentic spread featuring the symbolic Ugadi Pachadi, representing life’s diverse flavours. Indulge in festive delights like Mavinkai Kosambari, Mavinakkai Anna, and Tarkari Kootu, alongside classic favourites such as Obbattu, Badanekai Kaazhu Gojju, and the indulgent Sabakki Payasa. Each dish is crafted to capture the traditional flavours of the season, offering a truly immersive Ugadi dining experience.
Where: Dakshin, ITC Windsor
When: March 30
Time: Lunch: 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm| Dinner: 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Price: INR 2,850, exclusive of taxes
Reservations: Call 080-22269898
Chef Chalapathi Rao's Simply South is ready to celebrate Ugadi with its famous thali. The spread includes Ugadi Pachadi, Mamidikaya Pappu, Poornalu, Chakra Pongal, Minapa Garelu, Vamu Poori, and more. In addition, the restaurant announced that its popular thali, previously available only on weekdays, will now be served every Sunday due to high demand.
When: March 30th
Time: 12 Noon onwards
Where: Simply South (both locations)
Price: INR 549, , exclusive of taxes
Addresses:
Ground Floor, A V Towers, Plot No. 131, Rd Number 2, ICRISAT Colony, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500045, India
Call +91 91007 17999
Gate No. 11, Phase 1, SALARPURIA SATTVA KNOWLEDGE CITY,
Sy.no 83/1, Plot No. 2, beside T-Hub, Hyderabad, Telangana 500081
Call +91 95656 95454
Celebrate Ugadi with a festive brunch at The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace’s restaurant, Seasonal Tastes. Enjoy a specially curated menu featuring Ugadi Pachadi alongside authentic delights like Pulihora, Pongal, Pulochari Biryani, Aam Panna, Garelu, and crispy Bajjilu. Experience world-class hospitality in an elegant yet welcoming setting.
Where: Seasonal Tastes, The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace
When: March 30
Time: 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Price: food only: INR 3,050, exclusive of taxes | with alcohol: INR 4,400 exclusive of taxes | with sparkling wine: INR 5,000, exclusive of taxes
Reservations: Call +91 8008302201
Terrāi, Hyderabad’s Neo-Telangana cuisine restaurant by Rohit Kasuganti and Anisha Deevakonda, is presenting their first-ever Ugadi Telangana Bhojanam, an exquisite sit-down lunch experience.
The meal begins with welcome drinks, Paanakam and Majjiga, followed by the traditional Ugadi Pachadi, representing six flavours. Starters include Vankai Bajji (brinjal fritters) and Pessara Pappu Garelu (moong dal fritters). The main course features regional dishes such as Mamidikaya Pappu (raw mango dal), Aloogada Tomato Curry, Aratikaya Fry (raw banana fry), and Vankaya Masala (spiced brinjal), along with various chutneys and pickles. Accompaniments include Jonna Rotte, Puri, Chapati, steamed rice, Pulihora (tamarind rice), Kobari Annam (coconut rice), and Dadojanam (curd rice). Desserts include Pesara Bakshalu/Kobari Bakshalu (sweet stuffed flatbreads), Fruit Custard, and Paramannam (sweet rice pudding).
Where: Terrāi, Ground Floor, Gate #7, Sattva Knowledge Park, Silpa Gram Craft Village, HiTECH CITY, Hyderabad
When: March 30
Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Price: INR 899, exclusive of taxes, per person
Reservations: Contact +91 89883 58888
In true Hyderabadi style, indulge in a festive Sunday brunch at Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel’s speciality restaurant—Feast. Ugadi in Hyderabad is marked by grand feasts, traditional prayers, and the sharing of Pachadi, symbolising the year ahead. Indulge in authentic delicacies like Ugadi Pachadi, Pulihora, Garelu, Annam Payasam, Vadapappu, and Panakam, each representing the region’s rich culinary traditions. Set in the warm and elegant ambience of Feast, this festive spread offers the perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together and embrace the joy of new beginnings.
Where: Feast, Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel
When: March 30
Time: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Price: INR 3,600, exclusive of taxes
Reservations: Call +91 733 735 8581
Celebrate Ugadi with a lavish brunch at Novotel Hyderabad Airport, featuring a meticulously curated menu that blends tradition with elegance. Indulge in festive delicacies like Masala Garelu, Gongura Mamsam, Hyderabad Chicken Biryani, and Mamidikaya Pulihora, along with nostalgic desserts such as Poornalu and Pootharekulu. Live food stations will showcase freshly prepared Telugu favorites like Ragi Sankati with Natu Kodi Pulusu and Dibba Roti. Complementing the regional spread, the brunch also includes global delights like Thai curries, gourmet pizzas, and pasta live stations. Experience the essence of Ugadi with a feast that honours tradition and culinary artistry.
When: March 30
Where: Food Exchange, Novotel Hyderabad Airport, Shamshabad, Hyderabad, Mamidpally, Telangana 500108
Time: 12 pm onwards
Price: INR 3,150, exclusive of taxes
For reservations call +91 9703220101
If you want to try cooking the traditional Ugadi Pachadi at home, Outlook Traveller has also got you covered! Chef Leo of The South Place in Bengaluru has just the recipe.
Ingredients:
Tamarind (or pulp): 300 gms
Water: 500 ml
Chopped jaggery: 1 cup
Water: 2 cups
Raw mango: 1 cup, finely chopped
Neem flowers: As required
Black pepper powder (or red chilli powder): ¼ teaspoon
Salt: ¼ teaspoon (adjust as needed)
Method:
Soak tamarind in 500 ml of water for 40 minutes to one hour. Extract the pulp, and set aside.
Add two cups of water to the tamarind pulp and dissolve the chopped jaggery.
Add finely chopped raw mango and optional ingredients like bananas, roasted chana dal, dry fruits, and coconut.
Stir in neem flowers and sprinkle black pepper powder or red chilli powder.
Season with salt and mix well.
Offer as naivedyam before serving.