The third edition of the Times Food Delivery Awards – North 2026 took place at the Radisson Hotel (MG Road, New Delhi), recognizing the leading restaurants, cloud kitchens, QSRs, and food-tech partners across Northern India.
Featuring actor Gulshan Grover as Chief Guest, the event highlighted the rapid shift in India’s F&B sector—moving beyond basic delivery toward premiumization, data-driven operations, cloud kitchen infrastructure, and tech-enabled supply chains.
Highlights of Key Winners
The awards celebrated both established heritage brands and fast-growing digital disruptors in Delhi-NCR and Northern India:
| Category | Honored Brand |
| Legendary North Indian Delivery | Moti Mahal Delux (South Extension) |
| Iconic Biryani | Biryani by Kilo |
| Iconic Butter Chicken | Goila Butter Chicken |
| Legendary Pure Veg South Indian | Dasaprakash |
| Iconic Chinese | Asia Seven |
| Legendary Chinese | Berco’s / Ichiban |
| Iconic Street Foods | Street Foods by Punjab Grill |
| Fastest Growing Coffee Chain | Nothing Before Coffee |
| Iconic Cloud Kitchen | Oh Hunger (Delhi) |
| Newcomer Multicuisine | Zaama Bar Kitchen & Lounge (Gurugram) |
| Iconic QSR | Bistro 57 |
| Strategic Online & Data Partner | O2 Solutions |
Industry Overview & Methodology
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Independent Evaluation: Conducted by research firm Avance Insights Pvt. Ltd., the assessment criteria blended desk research, factual surveys, participatory submissions, digital presence, customer feedback, and measurable business impact.
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Ecosystem Partners: Supporting partners for the event included Radico Khaitan Ltd. (Celebration Partner), United Breweries Ltd. (Good Time Partner), and Mann Fleet Partners Ltd. (Fleet Partner).
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Key Trend: The 2026 edition underscored how cloud infrastructure, AI-driven ordering tools, and dedicated delivery logistics have transformed at-home dining into a core revenue channel for traditional restaurants and digital-first brands alike.
