Kolkata, September 09, 2025 — Chowman’s story is one where music and food find harmony. Its founder, a proud Bengali and frontman of the iconic Bangla rock band Lakkhichhara, grew up with a love for food deeply rooted in Kolkata’s bustling Indo-Chinese eateries. Later, while hosting the popular radio show Khetey Khetey Shono, he explored the city’s diverse foodscape, and global music tours introduced him to authentic Asian flavors far beyond what India knew as “Indo-Chinese.” That spark led to a dream—to make authentic Asian dining both accessible and affordable.
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In 2010, Chowman was born from a modest 365 sq ft outlet in South Kolkata. With chopsticks placed on every table, the restaurant offered not just meals but an authentic cultural experience. The journey was filled with challenges—limited resources, long hours, endless dedication—but grit and passion transformed Chowman into a household name.
Today, Chowman stands as an institution in itself. With over 50 outlets across Kolkata, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, the brand has become part of people’s lives—its signature delivery bags travel across cities and countries, and its chopsticks are treasured as keepsakes. Moving ahead with Mission 2030, Chowman aims to expand to 100+ outlets across India’s metros and Tier-2 cities like Pune, Chandigarh, Chennai, Nagpur, Lucknow and many more
Innovation remains its driving force. Chowman owns a one-of-its-kind noodle factory, ensuring unmatched quality and authenticity in every bowl served. A centralized kitchen crafts all of Chowman’s sauces, maintaining consistent taste across every outlet. Beyond operations, Chowman has become a case study at IIM Calcutta, exemplifying entrepreneurial success and business strategy. It has also grown into an institution of learning, imparting 6-month hospitality management courses for aspiring students in collaboration with reputed institutes like St. Xavier’s.
For its employees, Chowman builds a culture of growth, wellness, and inclusivity. From kickboxing self-defense workshops for women to the first-ever walkathon in India’s F&B industry, Chowman prioritizes holistic development, health, and empowerment at every level.
At its heart, Chowman remains true to its founding vision: to bring authentic Asian flavors—Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Korean—into every neighborhood, while keeping dining warm, personal, and memorable. With its state-of-the-art kitchens, chef-led training, India’s largest in-house delivery fleet, and an app downloaded by over 4 lakh users, Chowman continues to redefine the foodscape of India.
Chowman is not just a restaurant. It is nostalgia, community, and comfort—an enduring reminder that true success is built on passion, perseverance, and the promise of sharing great food with everyone.