France's Rebel Bagel Brand, Bagelstein Lands Boldly in Bengaluru with a Target of 100 Stores by 2029

2026-02-02 12:34:46 Business

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Bengaluru, India, 19th January: Bagelstein, France's bagel pioneer founded in 2011, today unveiled its third India store at Pyramid Food Court in EGL Business Park, Bengaluru. Following successful debuts in Hyderabad and Delhi's in 2025, the brand brings its signature handcrafted bagels, premium coffees, and playful personality to India's Silicon Valley—a top hub for global F&B brands where the organized food service ranks #3 after Mumbai and Delhi-NCR, with 110,000+ outlets and 8-13?GR growth.

Bengaluru's mind reader Abhishek Majitya joined as special guest, toasting the launch with Bagelstein's signature creations.

The new outlet will offer Bagelstein's signature oven-fresh bagels, decadent spreads, stacked sandwiches, and delicious desserts—paired with artisanal coffees. True to its mischievous DNA, the space fuses European aesthetic with playful quirks that embody the brand's "Seriously, not serious" spirit.

Riding India's Café and Bagel Boom
India's youth are shifting from traditional eats to Western indulgences, with the café market surging 15-20% annually and Bengaluru leading for experiential dining. This growth catalyses the introduction of global chains like Bagelstein, which plans 100 stores across Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and more by 2029.

Gaurav Marya, Founder & Chairman, Franchise India, said: "Bagelstein's cheeky bagels and bold vibe perfectly match India's emerging youth craving gourmet café indulgences—one naughty bite at a time."

"Bengaluru's vibrant food scene is perfect for our bagels, an emerging disruptive snack category. From Hyderabad to Delhi and now Bengaluru, we're toasting bold flavours and building a cult following." added Ravish Malhotra, Area Developer, Bagelstein Bengaluru.

Bagelstein's Bengaluru launch fortifies its foothold in India's booming QSR and café scene, captivating young diners who crave global zing, premium bites, and a fun vibe.

About Bagelstein

Started in Strasbourg, Bagelstein operates 100+ European outlets, blending authentic bagels (45% sales), desserts (35%), and drinks (20%) with humor and quality—ready for nationwide scale in India.

About Franchise India Brands

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