Coffee Island Brews Bigger Dreams: Opens Second Café in Gurugram, Eyes 250-Store India Expansion

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Coffee Island, the Greek specialty coffee chain known for its artisanal blends and sustainable ethos, has opened its second café in Gurugram, reinforcing its commitment to India’s fast-growing premium coffee market. The launch follows the brand’s successful debut earlier this year and is part of an ambitious plan to establish 250 outlets across India by 2029.

Key Highlights of the Expansion

- The new café is located in Gurugram’s upscale HQ27 district, offering a European-style coffee experience with in-house roasting and curated global blends
- Coffee Island now operates three locations in India—two in Gurugram and one in Hyderabad—with plans to expand to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Pune
- The brand aims to open 20 outlets by March 2026, with five in the Delhi NCR region alone
- Operated in partnership with Indian F&B company Vita Nova, the expansion is backed by a vision to redefine India’s café culture through quality, sustainability, and community

Signature Offerings and Culinary Experience

- The café features Coffee Island’s proprietary roasting process and a diverse menu of specialty drinks, including Spanish Bombon, Vietnamese Shakerato, and Bumble Coffee
- Non-coffee options include granitas, milkshakes, and flavored hot and cold chocolates
- The food menu, curated by Chef Arjyo Banerjee, includes artisanal sandwiches, Mediterranean quinoa bowls, and desserts like Banoffee with Nolen Gur and custard-filled croissants
- A retail section offers cold brews, pour-overs, protein coffee, and craft chocolates for at-home indulgence

Sustainability and Brand Philosophy

- Coffee Island sources beans directly from smallholder farmers under fair trade practices and upcycles coffee waste into everyday products
- All packaging is eco-conscious, with biodegradable cups that can sprout into plants
- The brand’s cafés are designed with energy-efficient architecture and minimal environmental impact

Strategic Vision and Regional Ambitions

- Coffee Island’s India journey is led by Vita Nova founders Pratyush Kumar Sureka and Samit Khanna, who aim to bridge the gap in India’s café market with a youthful, inclusive brand
- The company also plans to expand into neighboring countries including Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, and the Maldives
- Globally, Coffee Island operates over 450 stores across 50 regions, including Greece, the UK, Canada, Switzerland, and the UAE

Future Outlook

With its second Gurugram café now open, Coffee Island is accelerating its India rollout with a focus on quality, community, and sustainability. As Indian consumers increasingly seek premium, personalized coffee experiences, the brand’s European heritage and ethical sourcing model position it as a compelling new entrant in the country’s evolving café landscape.

Sources: Business Standard, Economic Times, Franchise India, Global Coffee Report, Food Infotech, Daily Excelsior.