If you’re a Dilliwallah, chances are the sizzle of a Gola platter meant more than just dinner — it was an outing, a small celebration, the kind of meal that came with family drama and comfort in equal measure. After over three decades of serving patrons in Delhi, and seven pan-Indian locations, Gola Sizzlers recently debuted in Mumbai at Andheri’s Times Square complex. In 1988, Naresh Kapoor moved away from his family’s water business to start Gola 31, a modest ice gola cart offering 31 flavours — a novelty at the time. That spark soon grew. From catering themed parties, to launching Delhi’s first-ever sizzler restaurant in 1992, Kapoor was always one step ahead. 

Sons Rajat and Manik 

Kapoor joined in, helping to expand the brand. Now, their story continues with the third generation; executive chef Shaurya Veer (Culinary Institute of America alumnus) and Aaryan Kapoor (New York University Economics graduate) who helms marketing and operations, are bringing fresh energy and ideas to the table.