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Nando’s turns up the heat in Kurla

BusinessK Puspa22 Oct 2026

Oct 22: Kurla's dining scene just got fired up. Nando’s, the global home of flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken, has  opened its newest Casa at Phoenix Marketcity in Kurla marking its fifth location in Mumbai and bringing  its signature flame-grilled flavour to yet another neighbourhood in the city.  

New Launch: Nando Now Open At Phoenix Marketcity, Mumbai

Known for its legendary PERi-PERi and distinctive flame-grilled cooking, Nando’s offers an experience  unlike any other. Every piece of chicken is marinated for 24 hours, flame-grilled to order, and basted to  each guest’s preferred level of heat, from Mild to Extra Hot.  

As Kurla continues to evolve into a thriving social and culinary hub, Nando’s expansion reflects the city's  growing appetite for bold flavours and high-quality dining experiences. Designed as a welcoming space  for families, friends, and communities to come together, the new Casa embodies the brand’s philosophy  of great food and warm hospitality.  

“Mumbai has emerged as a strong and exciting market for us, and the launch of our fifth casa reflects  the encouraging response we have received from diners in the city.,” said Sameer Bhasin, CEO, Nando’s  India. “This opening strengthens our presence in the city and brings the signature Nando’s experience bold PERi-PERi flavours, customisable heat levels, and our distinctive flame-grilled offering to an even  wider audience.”  

Born in a small suburb in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1987, Nando’s has grown from a single Casa into  a global phenomenon with over 1,250 locations across 23 countries. At the heart of its menu is the  African Bird’s Eye Chilli, home-grown in the sun, soil, and fire of Southern Africa. Mixed with lemon,  fresh garlic, and spices it's this fiery fusion that’ll keep you coming back for more.  

All Nando’s bastings, marinades, and sauces are made with fresh, real ingredients and have no artificial  flavours or colourants. The chicken is flame-grilled because it just tastes better,  and the range of PERi-PERi flavours allows guests to customize their meal to the heat level of their  choice, all the way from Mild to Extra Hot, for those who truly want to test their limits. 

From the contemporary African art on the walls to the warm hospitality and Afro-Luso beats, the newest  Casa in Phoenix Marketcity, brings a slice of Southern Africa to the vibrant and buzzing neighbourhood of Kurla. It’s a space built for lingering conversations, shared plates, and memorable moments. 

Address: Level 2, Phoenix Marketcity Mall, L.B.S.Marg, Kurla West, Mumbai, 400070

Timings: 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM