Century-old Indian vegetarian food brand, Bikanervala, to open its second location in the heart of Southall.
Southall, UK. December 2nd 2025 – Bikanervala, one of India’s most established vegetarian food brands, is set to open its second UK restaurant in Southall on Saturday, 6th December 2025, offering authentic Indian vegetarian excellence.
The new restaurant, located at 60 King Street, Southall, UB2 4DB, brings the company’s 119-year culinary heritage to one of the UK’s most prominent South Asian communities.
The opening forms part of an accelerated UK growth programme led by The Montana Global Group, the exclusive franchise partner for Bikanervala in the United Kingdom.
Monty Singh, Managing Director of The Montana Global Group, said: “This isn’t just about opening restaurants, it’s about sharing a piece of India’s soul with Britain. When I first dreamed of bringing Bikanervala to the UK, we knew Southall had to be part of our journey. This is a community that understands the magic of authentic Indian food, the joy of gathering around a plate of hot delicacies, and the nostalgia of grandmother’s recipes.
Founded in Bikaner, Rajasthan in 1905, Bikanervala has grown from a small family-run sweet shop into an internationally recognised name in vegetarian dining.
The brand is known for its traditional Indian sweets, regional snacks, and North Indian dishes prepared using recipes refined over five generations.
The Southall restaurant will feature a full mithai counter, a live kitchen and a 70-seat dining area designed to offer guests an authentic experience representative of the company’s heritage.
“Today, we’re not just opening a restaurant. We’re opening a portal to 119 years of culinary excellence, a place where every samosa tells a story and every sweet carries forward a legacy. And this is just the beginning, we won’t rest until every corner of Britain can experience the Bikanervala magic.” added Monty Singh.
The company has confirmed that it has already secured ten future locations and plans to establish 25 to 30 Bikanervala restaurants across the UK within the next three years.
According to the group, the expansion is expected to support job creation, strengthen local supply chains and increase access to high-quality vegetarian dining options in multiple regions, including Central London, Greater London, the East of England, the East Midlands and the West Midlands.
Bikanervala’s expansion is expected to contribute to wider local economic activity, with each new branch generating employment opportunities and additional demand for regional services.
The company’s leadership states that the UK is a priority market due to the country’s growing interest in vegetarian and plant-based dining, as well as the established popularity of Indian cuisine among British consumers.
The Southall opening follows the success of the brand’s first UK outlet and is regarded by the franchise partner as a milestone in a broader strategy to establish Bikanervala as a household name across the country.
The new restaurant will officially open to the public on 06 December 2025 at 60 King Street, Southall.
About Bikanervala
What began as a sweet shop in Bikaner, Rajasthan in 1905, the enterprise has grown into one of India’s most beloved culinary institutions. Bikanervala is more than a brand; it is a guardian of tradition and a keeper of recipes that have been refined over five generations.
From the bustling streets of Delhi to the heart of London, Bikanervala has established its standing as the definitive gold standard in vegetarian dining, famous for its sweets, chaats, and authentic North Indian cuisine.
About The Montana Global Group
The Montana Global Group is a UK-based multinational organisation operating across a range of sectors, including hospitality, retail and franchising. The company oversees the UK expansion of Bikanervala as its exclusive franchise partner and is responsible for developing the brand’s long-term growth strategy across the country.
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