Last updated : May 19, 2026 3:09 pm
Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group will continue to expand Olive Garden’s presence in India, introducing the brand’s signature American Italian dining experience to more communities across the region.
Olive Garden, an American Italian restaurant brand, has arrived in India with its first restaurant at World St. at Worldmark, Aerocity, New Delhi. Brought to India by Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group (GIHG), the launch marks the beginning of Olive Garden’s India journey, with GIHG spearheading its entry and growth in the country.
Located in Worldmark, Aerocity, Olive Garden introduces India to the brand’s signature American-Italian dining experience, combining comforting classic flavours with a welcoming, family-style dining ambience.
“Launching Olive Garden in India is a natural progression of our vision to bring thoughtfully chosen, global dining icons to India to cater to the evolving consumer aspirations in the country,” said Ramit Bharti Mittal, Executive Chairman & Director, Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group. “In deep collaboration with Darden International & Franchising, we have ensured that the brand’s hallmark hospitality, comfort-driven menu, and celebratory, family-style experience are authentically reimagined for India.”
“We are thrilled to partner with our franchisee Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group to open our first Olive Garden in India here in Aerocity, New Delhi,” said Brad Smith, President - Darden International & Franchising. “We know Gourmet Investments’ deep restaurant experience will help us deliver Olive Garden’s signature never-ending American-Italian generosity to our Indian guests.”
Designed to reflect Olive Garden’s Tuscan roots, the World St. restaurant features sun-washed tones, rustic textures, and warm lighting that evoke the charm of an Italian countryside villa. The thoughtfully designed indoor and alfresco spaces, spearheaded by Incubis consultants, create an inviting setting for everyday meals, celebrations, and family gatherings.
Following the World St. launch, Gourmet Investments Hospitality Group will continue to expand Olive Garden’s presence in India, introducing the brand’s signature American Italian dining experience to more communities across the region.
“We are delighted to welcome Olive Garden to World St. at Worldmark, marking its much-anticipated debut in India,” said S.K. Sayal, MD & CEO, Bharti Real Estate. “Bringing globally loved brands to Indian consumers has always been central to our vision, and this launch is a significant milestone in that journey.”
Olive Garden is part of Darden Restaurants, Inc., the world’s largest full-service restaurant company, headquartered in Orlando, Florida. Since its founding in 1982, Olive Garden has over 980 restaurants across 12 countries.