Dhaba Estd. 1986 Expands Footprint to Civil Lines, Strengthening its Legacy of Culinary Excellence
New Delhi, August 12th 2025: Under the leadership of Co-Founders Rahul Khanna and Kabir Suri, Azure Hospitality is proud to announce the opening of its 27th Dhaba Estd. 1986 outlet in Civil Lines, New Delhi. The launch scheduled for the 10th of August underlines the group’s commitment to expanding its portfolio of culturally rooted, experience-led dining destinations.
Since its inception, Dhaba Estd. 1986 has emerged as a prominent name in the Indian dining landscape, known for curating immersive Punjabi culinary experiences. The choice of Civil Lines as a location marks a momentous chapter in the brand’s legacy as it steps into its fourth decade of operations.
Set in one of Delhi’s heritage-rich enclaves, the new outlet is designed to capture the evolving tastes of today’s diners while remaining connected to its roots. The space merges classic Indian design motifs with eclectic, contemporary interiors, thus offering a bold visual narrative that complements the regional menu.
Moreover, the 54-seater restaurant’s design direction pays homage to timeless cinematic influences and traditional North Indian aesthetics, layered with playful modern elements. Each detail, from curated décor to visual storytelling, reinforces Dhaba’s distinctive brand image, while also offering guests an engaging, multisensory dining experience.
Commenting on the launch, Rahul Khanna, Director, Azure Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. said, “Civil Lines is an ideal location to anchor our growth as it is symbolic of cultural richness and urban sophistication. This new outlet embodies not just our expansion plan but also our commitment to preserving a 40-year culinary tradition, which remains relevant in the current hospitality sector.”
Kabir Suri also commented, “With every new outlet, we aim to bring a piece of our story to life, all over again. One that is rooted in nostalgia, flavour, and the vibrant spirit of Punjabi Food. Launching our outlet in the heart of Civil Lines felt like a perfect place to take this story forward. This launch not only signifies a milestone in our expansion but adds to our vision of making regional Indian cuisine more accessible, relevant, and engaging for today’s diners.”
The outlet is led by franchise partners Bhawna and Saurabh Dua, a mother-son duo who are set to infuse their passion for food, community, and Punjabi culture into the new space. They further added “Dhaba Estd. 1986 is renowned for warmth, flavour, and nostalgia – the core values we grew up with. Bringing the brand to Civil Lines as franchise partners is both an honour and a homecoming for us, as we look forward to creating a space where families and friends can savour authentic Punjabi food.”
Offering an exclusive showcase of Dhaba’s signature dishes, the launch event included time-honoured delicacies like Dal Dhaba and Butter Chicken. Besides, a preview of the brand’s upcoming menu was unveiled, which reimagines Punjabi comfort food through a contemporary lens.
The new outlet in Civil Lines marks a major milestone in Dhaba Estd. 1986’s long-term vision to scale across India. The brand is also planning to launch more outlets in heritage-rich areas and urban locations.