Chef Kunal Kapur Brings Pincode to Mohali in a Heartfelt Return to His Roots

Having already won hearts in Delhi, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi, Pincode arrives in Punjab with more than just a menu—it brings a sentiment. “Opening Pincode in Punjab means more to me than words can fully capture,” says Chef Kunal. “This region is where I found my calling. To now return with Pincode is not just special—it’s deeply personal.” - celebrate food - most exciting venture 

At Pincode, building this menu felt less like writing a list and more like tracing a journey—one that winds through memories, regions, and flavours we’ve come to love. Punjab doesn’t just enjoy food—it understands it. Which meant we couldn’t leave out the classics. The kind of dishes that feel like home no matter where you are—Butter Chicken, smoky Tikkas, and comforting dals that anchor the table.

But this time, we also wanted to wander a little. Alongside familiar favourites, you’ll find dishes picked up along the way—recipes discovered in small towns, street corners, or shared over kitchen conversations, now reimagined with our own quiet twist. Some are bold, some are nostalgic, and some might surprise you. But all of them, we hope, will leave you with that feeling we’re always chasing: of something new that still somehow tastes like something remembered.

There are the dishes that simmer—not just in pots, but in memory. The Dilli Ki Nihari, slow-cooked and steeped in tradition, carries the weight of Mughal breakfasts and monument builders who once started their day with this hearty stew. The Mutton Sukka, hailing from Mangalore, is dry, bold, and gently kissed with coconut and curry leaf—spiced just enough to make you want another bite, and another. When it comes to dessert, Pincode offers no less than a homecoming. 

But what elevates Pincode beyond the food and drink is its sense of place. The restaurant isn’t trying to impress—it’s trying to make you feel something. Step in, and it’s like being welcomed into a lived-in Punjabi haveli—aged in the best ways, layered with detail, and full of warmth.

The walls wear Sabyasachi wallpaper like fine brocade—rich, textured, steeped in nostalgia. Look closer, and you’ll notice heritage murals by a local Jaipur artist—hand-painted echoes of Chowk Purana, the traditional courtyard art once found in Punjabi homes. Dotted throughout the space are relics—curated, not collected. Vintage finds from Kolkata’s Absynthe store lend soul to the design: a 1930s Mullard radio humming with stories, antique candle holders, old-school brass, things once forgotten, now reimagined. Nothing feels staged. Everything feels storied.

That’s what makes this Pincode different. It’s not just a restaurant. It’s a memory map. It’s Chef Kunal coming home—not with fanfare, but with feeling. With dishes that hold his past, drinks that trace his travels, and a space that feels both rooted and ready.