Bagelstein, the popular French café chain renowned for its freshly baked bagels and quirky, vibrant ambience, has officially entered the Indian market with the launch of its first outlet in Hyderabad.

Founded in Strasbourg, France in 2011, Bagelstein has built a loyal following across Europe with over 100 outlets—making it one of the largest bagel chains outside the United States. Known for its authentic bagels, bold branding, and a lighthearted, irreverent in-store experience, the brand is set to bring a new flavor to India’s growing café culture.

As part of its India expansion strategy, the group plans to open over 100 outlets in the next five years, with an initial focus on metro cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Pune.

During the brand’s announcement, Thierry Veil, Founder and CEO of Bagelstein, emphasized the company’s deliberate and thoughtful approach to entering the Indian market. “India is such a big, important country that we didn’t want to do it badly—that’s why we took our time to enter India,” he said.

The debut of Bagelstein in Hyderabad marks the beginning of what could become a significant presence in India’s café and QSR segment, catering to urban consumers who are increasingly seeking global flavors and experiential dining.