PUNE: In 2025, the food choices of Punekars reflected the city’s rich cultural heritage and modern energy, with preferences spanning from comfort-driven meals to indulgent favourites, from relaxed dinners to late-night burger cravings.

Check out the Pune Edition of How India Swiggy’d 2025, a snapshot of the city’s evolving food habits and a flavour-packed recap of the year gone by.

The City’s Favourites

• Chicken Biryani topped the charts with 14.86 lakh orders, followed closely by Chicken Burgers (12.10 lakh) and Chicken Fry (10.5 lakh). Veg Burgers also featured prominently in the city’s top favourites.
• Dessert choices stayed classic, with Chocolate Cake leading the way at 1.48 lakh orders, followed closely by Gulab Jamun (1.44 lakh) and Boondi Ladoo, showing Pune’s continued love for OG sweet treats.
• Breakfast in Pune was light and comfort-led, with Idlis emerging as the most popular choice at 3.8 lakh orders, followed by Veg Dosa (2.4 lakh) and the local favourite Veg Poha (1.79 lakh).
• Evening snack cravings (3 pm and 7 pm) were dominated by Chicken Burgers (2.47 lakh orders) and Veg Burgers (1.86 lakh orders) — easy, filling picks for a mid-evening bite.
• Late-night indulgences (12 am and 2 am) remained strong, Chicken Burgers led the night cravings with over 1 lakh orders, followed by Veg Burgers, while Chicken Biryani and Veg Pizza also featured among favourites.
• Pune’s evolving palate was reflected in its growing interest in regional cuisines, with Gujarati cuisine emerging as the fastest-growing at 27.6% growth, followed by Kerala cuisine at 23% growth.
• Pune featured among the top 10 Indian cities using Incognito and Group Ordering features, pointing to both convenience-led and shared ordering occasions.
• Affordable eating struck a chord with Punekars as well. Veg Burgers (1.28 lakh orders) topped the list on 99 Store, followed by Chicken Burger and Chicken Biryani.
• On DeskEats, McAloo Tikki Burger ruled the charts with 2.54 lakh orders, while Chocolate Lava Cakes and Veg Pizza McPuff ranked 2nd and 3rd. A customer ordered 67 Maharaja Burger combos, 67 Pizza McPuff, and 1 fries, worth Rs. 31,957 on DeskEats. Talk about an office party!
• High Protein was the real MVP. Pune placed 11.69 lakh high-protein orders, featuring among the top 10 cities nationally.

Quick food delivery made possible with Bolt

• On Bolt, Chicken Biryani (1.3 lakh orders) and Chicken Burger (1.26 lakh orders) were the top 2 dishes ordered, followed by Veg Burger, Veg Idli, and Aloo Burger.
• While Choco Lava Cake was the most ordered dessert on Bolt, Jalebi and Rasmalai ranked second and third, respectively.
• Bolt of lightning! Chocoholic Cake and Strawberry Cupcake were delivered to a customer in 3 minutes.
• Pune loves burgers at night. More than 62 Chicken Burgers were ordered every night (12 am-2 am). Veg Burgers and Aloo Burgers were also amongst the top 5.
• Last-minute party requirements? The biggest Bolt order in the city was by a customer who ordered 175 Golden Corn (Pizza)!

Elaborating on the trends, Sidharth Bhakoo, Chief Business Officer, Food Marketplace, Swiggy, said, “In 202,5 food continued to be an important part of our daily life and celebrations as India indulged in its favourite dishes. In the city of Pune, we witnessed a fine balance of the love for classics and the comfort of national favourites. From late-night indulgences to premium dining out, Pune embraced the rich tapestry of culture through food. Food is an emotion, and we remain committed to delivering exceptional food experiences in every corner of the city, one meal, one celebration at a time.”

Dining Out

• Dining out remained an integral part of Pune’s social life in 2025, with diners saving a total of Rs. 64.35 crore through Swiggy Dineout, marking a 10.4% YoY increase.
• Big savings weren’t just spread across the city — one Pune diner alone saved Rs. 93,588 in a single booking, the fifth-highest saving in the country.
• Pune’s nightlife stayed active well past midnight, with the city recording the 4th highest number of dining transactions across India between 12 am and 3 am.
• Large group outings and festive celebrations translated into significant savings during the Great Indian Restaurant Festival (GIRF 2025), when Pune diners saved Rs. 26 crore.
• Premium dining continued to gain strong traction, with over 65,900 premium dining bookings, reflecting a healthy 67% YoY growth.
• Special occasions saw diners splurging in style — Pune recorded the highest single billing in the country on Valentine’s Day at Rs. 1,19,257, while also featuring among the top 5 cities for Valentine’s Day bookings.
• Celebrations continued through the year, with Father’s Day witnessing the second-highest single billing nationally at Rs. 58,764, highlighting Pune’s growing appetite for experience-led dining.

And to add to the fun, here are some of India’s food trends from 2025

• With a decade-long record of being the favourite, Biryani continued to reign supreme! With 93 million biryanis ordered in 2025 (that’s 194 orders per minute or 3.25 biryanis every second), Biryani is the undisputed King, proving that while trends may come and go, India’s deep-rooted love for this aromatic masterpiece remains constant. Chicken Biryani (57.7 million orders) was the most loved in the Biryani universe with the highest number of repeat orders.
• Burgers were the second most loved with 44.2 million orders, followed by Pizzas with 40.1 million orders. Another favourite dish was Veg Dosa with 26.2 million orders, proving that this crispy, golden classic is much loved by foodies.
• Snack time (3- 7 pm) is a mood, and we all live in it. Burgers were the most ordered amongst snacks, with Chicken Burgers leading the pack (6.3 million orders), and Veg Burgers as a close second with 4.2 million orders. Other loved snacks were Chicken Roll (4.1 million orders), Veg Pizza (3.6 million orders), and Chicken Nuggets (2.9 million orders).
• The Chai-Samosa ritual continued with 3.42 million Samosas and 2.9 million Adrak Chai ordered during snack time (3 pm-7 pm) in 2025.
• Dessert delights and indulgence: While White Chocolate Cake topped the charts with 6.9 million orders, 2025 was also the year of love for desi favourites. Chocolate Cake (5.4 million orders) and Gulab Jamun (4.5 million orders) featured in the top 3 desserts ordered. Kaju Barfi (2 million orders) and Besan Ladoo (1.9 million orders) ranked 2nd and 3rd in Indian sweets.
• Chocolate was the flavour of the year in ice creams, with 3.3 million Dark Chocolate ice creams and 2.6 million Chocolate Sundaes ordered.
• Global cuisines entered the carts with Mexican (16 million orders), Tibetan (12 million+ orders), and Korean (4.7 million orders) cuisines becoming consumer favourites. Matcha was the most searched global cuisine in 2025.
• Hyperlocal is the new authentic, with love for local cuisines. Pahari cuisine marked a 9x growth, while orders in Malabari, Rajathani, Malvani, and other regional cuisines also grew almost 2x in the past year.
• Without a doubt, Dinner is the ultimate Bahubali of mealtimes, with dinner orders nearly 32% higher than lunch orders
• Big Heart, Bigger Celebrations: A single consumer in Hyderabad spent Rs 47,106 and ordered 65 boxes of Dry Fruit Cookies Gift Pack in August to kickstart the festive period!
• A foodie in Mumbai redefined “dining all day” and placed 3,196 food orders on Swiggy in 2025. That’s almost 9 food orders/day- this was the highest in the country!
• For those cravings and hunger pangs, quick food delivery with Bolt came to the rescue. The highest number of deliveries was in Bengaluru, followed by Hyderabad and Mumbai. Also, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Vizag, and Kochi were the top emerging markets for Bolt
• Interestingly, a customer in Mumbai ordered a massive feast – 15 units of Dum Chicken Biryani, 10 plates of Chicken Meatball Kebab, 5 plates of Falafel-E-Khaas and Pepper Paneer Biryani, and 100 gulab jamuns on 99Store! Seems like a huge party!
• The true enablers, our delivery partners, ensured your cravings met with a smile and a hot meal! Our delivery partners clocked an epic 1.24 billion kilometers this year – that’s like driving the distance from Kashmir to Kanyakumari 340,000 times and still stopping for chai!
• Mohammad Razique, our Delivery partner from Bengaluru, delivered an incredible 11,718 orders this year, while Poongodi, a partner from Chennai, led the female partners by delivering 8169 orders in 2025!

Here’s to an even more delicious 2026!

Note: All statistics presented here are based on data collected from January 01 to November 30, 2025

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• Introduces a range of meals starting at INR 149 only
• KFC Lunch Specials include all-time favorites such as Chicken & Veg Longer burgers, Rolls, and Rice Bowlz paired with finger-lickin’ good Hot & Crispy Chicken, Peri Peri Chicken Strips, Fries, and refreshing beverages

HYDERABAD: Raise your hands if thoughts such as “I want something interesting today for lunch.” “I think I’ll have lunch later. I have so much work to finish.” or “Oh no, aaj lunch main same khaana hai” start running through your mind as the clock strikes lunchtime.

Not anymore! Things are about to change in 2024 with the launch of the all-new KFC Lunch Specials, a range of meals with your KFC favorites priced starting at INR 149 only.

As lunchtime nears, and the hunger pangs reach their peak, consumers can choose from a variety of meals including Longer burgers, Rolls, or Rice Bowlz, paired with the iconic Hot & Crispy chicken, Peri Peri Chicken Strips or Fries, along with refreshing beverages. There’s something for everyone as consumers can choose from a variety of veg and non-veg options.

KFC Lunch Specials are available exclusively from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at all KFC restaurants. So, get set for a crispy, crunchy, delicious lunchtime, with options starting at INR 149.

Like everything else at KFC, the Lunch Specials come with the assurance of KFC’s 5X Safety Promise of Sanitization, Screening, Social Distancing, and Contactless service with Vaccinated teams. All surfaces and frequently touched areas in a restaurant are regularly sanitized, and team members and riders are screened regularly for their temperatures.

With the variety of options thanks to KFC Lunch Specials, there is no more compromising on lunch! Enjoy your lunch at all KFC restaurants between 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM for dine-in and takeaway, or order online via the KFC app and website (https://online.kfc.co.in/).

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INDIA: GoodDot, the pioneer in the plant-based meat industry, has now introduced “Pro Chaap” – an alternative to traditional chaaps. This innovative offering is a one-of-its-kind ‘Zero Maida Soya Chaap’ in the ever-evolving food industry.  This protein powerhouse is set to transform the way we consume protein with its exceptional nutritional profile, taste, texture, versatility, and convenience.

Soya chaap has gained huge popularity in the northern part of the country and is now making a move nationally. While most of the soya chaaps available contain maida (refined flour) as a significant constituent, Pro Chaap is a zero maida and zero cholesterol product that is rich in dietary fiber as well. What further sets it apart is its incredible texture, which has a beautiful layered feel, and can be used across cuisines to create a wide gamut of culinary experiences. From tantalizing tikkas and mouth-watering fillings to aromatic curries, keema, biryanis, and even the national favorite Chinese Chilli dishes and Asian-style stir-fries, Pro Chaap opens up immense possibilities through one SKU. Preparing Pro Chaap is effortless, as it only requires boiling water to hydrate the product and get it ready for application. The layered texture and fiber structure ensures excellent moisture and flavor retention, enabling chefs to create new and exciting avatars of crowd favorites.

With an impressive protein content of 64%, Pro Chaap offers a wholesome and satisfying alternative to both paneer and chicken and can be positioned as Chaap or plant-based meat. Further, its long shelf life of one year and ambient stability make it a convenient choice for food service players. At a price that is 30-50% lower than chicken or paneer, Pro Chaap adds a new protein for chefs and food service players, and enables them to bring new and exciting offerings to their customers, while reducing food costs! The power-packed Pro Chaap exhibits a  delectable blend of protein and nutrient-rich ingredients, elevating vegetarian and plant-based dishes to new heights. 

“The plant-based meat and alt-protein industry is at an inflection point, and it is poised for explosive growth. The success of companies in the space is contingent upon continuous product innovation to meet customer expectations in terms of taste, affordability, and nutrition. With the advent of Pro Chaap, our team has met all the vital benchmarks of taste, price, and nutrition. Now consumers can enjoy tasty and high-quality plant-based protein at a price of almost 40-50% lower than chicken and paneer.“, said, Abhishek Sinha, Co-Founder & CEO, GoodDot.

Pro Chaap is making inroads into luxury hotels like Marriott, Novotel, Radisson, Raffles, and more, apart from restaurants like Global Grill, Bodhi Tree, Grillophilia, and even some of the leading Dhaabas across West and North India! The product has also found favor with some of the major food co-packers and exporters, pointing to its tremendous value. 

GoodDot continues to lead the way in the plant-based meat industry, offering innovative and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional animal-based products. With the launch of Pro Chaap, GoodDot aims to demonstrate its dedication to revolutionizing the food landscape, providing food service players with affordable and extremely versatile options across the value chain.

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