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Kolkata Restaurants Roll Out Special Durga Puja Menus
Durga Puja is a major celebration in Kolkata, and many restaurants are marking it with special food.
Some menus focus on Bengali dishes, while others mix local and international flavours.
Taj Bengal, Vivanta Kolkata, Raajkutir, The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata, Kenilworth Hotel, Bonne Femme and Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata are among the participating places.
Their offerings include buffets, à la carte meals and festive dishes.
Some restaurants also have live music or a midnight buffet.
Prices and dates differ from one restaurant to another.
The meals are designed for families and friends celebrating together.
Restaurants across Kolkata are offering festive meals and special menus for Durga Puja.
Taj Bengal’s offerings run October 16–20, with meals priced at Rs 4,000 plus taxes per person.
Vivanta Kolkata and The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata offer menus from October 16–21, with LaLiT also hosting midnight buffets October 17–20.
Raajkutir and Kenilworth Hotel Kolkata serve festive meals October 17–20; Kenilworth’s buffet costs Rs 2,199 plus GST.
Bonne Femme and Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata also feature Puja menus, including Bengali favourites and contemporary dishes.
- Who
- Restaurants in Kolkata, including Taj Bengal, Vivanta Kolkata, Raajkutir, The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata, Kenilworth Hotel, Bonne Femme and Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata.
- What
- They are serving special menus and festive meals for Durga Puja.
- Where
- Restaurants across Kolkata, India.
- When
- Most offerings run October 16–21; some are scheduled for October 17–20. The year is not specified.
- Why
- To celebrate Durga Puja and offer guests festive dining experiences featuring Bengali and other cuisines.
Traditional Bengali flavours
Contemporary and broader dining
Menu approach
Traditional Bengali flavours
Several offerings highlight Bengali classics and regional dishes, such as Mochar Ghonto, Chingri Malai Curry and Mutton Rezala.
Contemporary and broader dining
Restaurants also present global and local favourites, contemporary interpretations, and a mix of regional and international cuisine.
Dining format
Traditional Bengali flavours
Some venues emphasize festive buffets and shared family meals rooted in Puja traditions.
Contemporary and broader dining
Other offerings include à la carte dining, modern menu combinations, live music, and a midnight buffet.
Key facts
- Taj Bengal dates and price
- October 16–20; Rs 4,000 plus taxes per person
- Vivanta Kolkata dates and price
- October 16–21; Rs 2,500 plus tax per person
- Raajkutir dates and pricing
- October 17–20; à la carte
- The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata
- October 16–21 for lunch and dinner; Rs 2,599++; midnight buffet October 17–20, Rs 1,399++
- Kenilworth Hotel Kolkata
- October 17–20; buffet Rs 2,199 plus GST; children aged 6–10 pay Rs 1,449 plus GST
- Bonne Femme
- Open 12pm–10.30pm; Rs 1,500 for two
- Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
- October 16–21; Rs 2,499 plus taxes
Sources
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