Celebrities of yore considered the life spent in the limelight for keeps. Their well-earned moolah would keep the engines of a well-known lifestyle warm. Times, however, have changed. Current lot of celebrities have smartened up, learning from the mistakes of the seniors, many of whom had to face tough economic hardships towards the twilight years of their life.
Real estate, investments in blue chip conglomerates, and start-ups are some of the alternatives where celebrities are known to invest. However, it seems the business of hospitality ranks topmost on the list. The relative security and cushion, the business provides and the apparent chance of hobnobbing with other well-heeled and well-known could be ascribed as the most plausible reasons.
Here are the top 10 (non-chef) celebrity-owned restaurants in India:
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Lap, The Lounge
Owned by: Arjun Rampal
Where: Hotel Samrat, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
Average Reviews: – 3/5
Opened in 2009 by the former supermodel turned actor. The restaurant is apt for those lounging get-togethers, with a fabulous ambience and opulence adding up to give a terrific evening to unwind.
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Elevens
Owned by: Kapil Dev
Where: Patna, Bihar
Average Reviews: – 4/5
Stylish décor and ambience, friendly staff and yummy food await those with delectable taste. Often recommended for brownies, the restaurant serves great wine, beer, or cordial as well.
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Garam Dharam
Owned by: Dharmendra
Where: Connaught Place, New Delhi
Average Reviews: – 3/5
Dharam Paaji ka apna Dhaba. A place to kill for a die-hard Dharmendra fan. Specialising in North Indian cuisine, some of the popular dishes include Amritsari Butter Chicken, Kesar Kheer, Balti Meat, Andhra Chicken and Kadhi Pakora. A must-visit for those crazy about Bollywood, desi vibes and desi food.
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The Elbo Room
Owned by: Chunky Pandey
Where: Bandra West, Mumbai
Average Reviews: – 3/5
A great, fun-filled place. The Maximum City’s first bar for singles, it has a live BBQ and a whale of unique delicacies prepared in a live kitchen. It is famous for the Japanese pancake called Okonomiyaki.
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Asha’s
Owned by: Asha Bhonsle
Where: Dubai – U.A.E, Muscat – Oman, United Kingdom
Average Reviews: – 3/5
This captivating venue with roomy seating arrangement and paintings of Asha Ji and family members, matches with the typical Indian cuisine. Asha’s is a great option for family eating. With a dedicated kids’ play area and a lovely patio area, it has something for people of all ages to enjoy.
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Someplace Else
Owned by: Bobby Deol
Where: Andheri, Mumbai
Average Reviews: – 4/5
A fantastic Chinese Indian fusion restaurant, with rustic interiors overlaid with some excellent Bollywood and English tunes, is a great place to have lunch or dinner with friends and family.
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ZK’s
Owned by: Zaheer Khan
Where: Kondhwa, Pune
Average Reviews: – 4/5
Cricketer Zaheer Khan’s restaurant offers delicacies that range from North Indian to Chinese cuisine in addition to its speciality, Biriyani. It has been commended for its ambience, courteous staff and overall relaxed atmosphere.
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Tendulkar’s
Owned by: Sachin Tendulkar
Where: Colaba, Mumbai
Average Reviews: – 4/5
If you are a cricket aficionado, then you are in the right place. Master Blaster’s own offers cricket memorabilia and merchandise combined with some superb food, what else could one wish for?
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Nueva
Owned by: Virat Kohli
Where: RK Puram, New Delhi
Average Reviews: – 4/5
The Skipper knows what’s best for the team and your stomach! A curated menu of mouth-watering drinks and diversified cuisine from all over the world, including Japan, Italy, and portions of South America await curious Epicureans.
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N Grill
Owned by: Nagarjuna
Where: Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Average Reviews: – 4/5
Boasting a stunning layout for both indoor and outdoor dining, N Grill combines European and Italian food with a smattering of a few Asian specialities.