Overview

• Ranbir Batra announced the closure on September 4 in an emotional Instagram post confirming the final day of service.
• The Chowpatty fixture was founded by his father, Tony Batra, and became a multigenerational gathering spot over more than 40 years.
• No detailed reason for the shutdown was provided beyond the reference to “unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances.”
• Batra hinted the brand could return through a delivery model featuring its popular fare such as sizzlers, cheesy nachos and sundaes.
• The news triggered a wave of nostalgia online, including a viral comment recalling manager Richard covering a patron’s bill decades ago.