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Eateries cut corners as high costs and hygiene crackdowns take a toll

Amid rising food inflation, many Indian restaurants are implementing various strategies to manage costs. These strategies include pausing high-cost menu items and introducing smaller portions for diners. Increased operational expenses due to regulatory compliance have also led to price hikes for consumers. Many restaurant operators indicate they must share some inflation costs with patrons to maintain profitability. Consequently, price increases of 10-15% are expected across several restaurants in Mumbai.

19 Oct 2026 12:17 am