MOHALI, 09 September 2026: SOCIAL, India’s neighbourhood café-bar, is expanding its presence in the Tricity with the launch of Mohali SOCIAL at HLP Gallerria, Mohali, marking its 60^th outlet in the country, third in Punjab and its first outpost in Mohali. Following two established outposts in Chandigarh, the brand is now making its way to Mohali with a new address shaped by the city’s energetic social culture and strong sense of community.

Inspired by the Spirit of Punjab, Mohali SOCIAL brings together food, drinks, music and community within a multi-level space that reflects the way the city likes to come together. From weekday coffee runs and after-work catch-ups to long-table dinners, sundowners and late-night plans, the outpost has been designed as the newest adda for Mohali, evolving naturally through the day and into the night. 

Riyaaz Amlani, Managing Director, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., said,
“Punjab has always had a strong culture of community, generosity and celebration, and Mohali brings that spirit alive in its own way. We have been part of the Tricity through our two SOCIAL outposts in Chandigarh, so opening in Mohali feels like a natural next step for us. Every SOCIAL is shaped by the neighbourhood it enters, and here we wanted to create a space that feels relevant to how Mohali meets, eats and goes out. Whether it begins with coffee, a meal with family or a catch-up with friends, we hope Mohali SOCIAL becomes one of those places that naturally finds its way into people’s plans.”

Designed by FK’D Workshop, Mumbai, Mohali SOCIAL follows a cascading, amphitheatre-inspired layout where each level remains visually connected to the next. The configuration allows the energy of the space to travel across floors, creating a sense of collective participation rather than isolated pockets. No corner feels disconnected, and every level remains plugged into the larger atmosphere of the outlet, creating a setting built for conversations, celebrations and shared experiences.

Setting the tone for the space is an intricately detailed island bar that extends between the indoors and outdoors. Large glass façades bring in natural light during the day, while Shabad stone flooring, tropical greenery and natural materials lend the interiors a raw yet warm character. As evening sets in, the bar becomes the focal point of the experience, with music, lighting and the surrounding cascading levels coming together to create the high-energy atmosphere that defines a night at SOCIAL.

The outlet also creates room for different kinds of Mohali plans. A private dining room on the first level, wrapped in softer textures, low light, offers a more intimate setting for smaller gatherings. The open-air timber-deck balcony provides another pause within the experience, designed for sundowners, conversations and those familiar moments when a quick catch-up turns into a longer night.

HLP Gallerria Spokesperson added, “When we started building HLP Gallerria, we had one simple dream – to create a lively place where people love to come together. Bringing Mohali’s first-ever SOCIAL to HLP Gallerria is a proud moment for us. 

What makes us really happy is that this place is for everyone; families enjoying a relaxed weekend lunch, young professionals working over a cup of coffee, or friends catching up after a long day.

SOCIAL brings a new energy to Mohali and gives people a favourite place to meet and connect. We’re excited to partner with Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt Ltd to bring this popular brand to HLP Gallerria and add more life and fun to our city and venue.”

The food and beverage experience brings together familiar SOCIAL favourites including China Boxes, Butter Chicken Biryani, Fully Re-loaded Nachos and more alongside coffee and signature cocktails. Adding an already familiar Punjab connection is the cult-favourite Banarasi Patiala, inspired by the region and already a hit with SOCIAL patrons. Together with other regional inspirations, it adds a local layer to the menu while retaining SOCIAL’s familiar, playful approach to food and drinks.

Beyond food and drinks, Mohali SOCIAL will continue the brand’s focus on community-led experiences through music, creative collaborations, cultural programming and emerging talent. The outlet is made for all kinds of plans, from easy lunches and casual gall-baat to long evenings and nights out with friends. Mohali SOCIAL is built around a sense of belonging, made for shared plans, easy conversations and time spent with your own people.

With Mohali joining SOCIAL’s Tricity map, the launch marks another step in the brand’s expansion across the region while staying true to its neighbourhood-first philosophy. More than just a new address, Mohali SOCIAL is meant to become a place the city naturally makes its own, shaped by the people who come together there and the moments they create.

India, 11^th August 2026: SOCIAL has concluded Mela Mexicana, its month-long Mexican-inspired festival held from 1st July to 10th August 2026 in association with the Embassy of Mexico in India. Bringing together food, drinks, live music, salsa, interactive formats and outlet-wide experiences, the campaign was designed to take the idea of a Mexican festival beyond the menu and across the complete SOCIAL experience.

Rooted in the cultural parallels between India and Mexico, including a shared love for bold flavours, street food, music and celebration, Mela Mexicana translated these influences into a format that felt relevant to SOCIAL’s communities across India.

The limited-edition menu featured familiar Mexican formats such as tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, empanadas, burritos, chimichangas and tortas, interpreted through SOCIAL’s flavour-first approach. Dishes brought Indian references into the mix, including Chicken Tikka Tinga Tostada, Mutton Seekh Taco and Corn Chivda Chaat. The drinks menu featured tequila-led cocktails by Jose Cuervo Tequila, spicy and citrus-forward flavours and zero-proof options. The Al Pastor Chicken Taco emerged as the highest-selling food item during the campaign, while the Pineapple Jalapeño Picante was the most-ordered drink.

Beyond food and drinks, programming played a central role in bringing the festival to life. Salsa workshops, social-dancing evenings, live Latin music and interactive formats gave guests multiple ways to participate. Latin band ABAKORAO performed across Koramangala SOCIAL, Khar SOCIAL and Park Street SOCIAL, while the Telenovela Table Read invited guests to step into dramatic characters and storylines. The campaign also featured Bingo Beats Club: Lotería Edition, inspired by Mexico’s illustrated picture-card game.

Across participating outlets, papel picado, lucha libre references and Mexican-inspired visuals created a consistent festival identity. Every evening at 8:30 PM, the staff donned sombreros and joined guests for a fun dance around tables which included a celebratory shot.

Divya Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., said, “From the beginning, SOCIAL has been built as more than a place to eat and drink. It is a neighbourhood space where people come together, discover new things and find a sense of community. Mela Mexicana was an extension of that philosophy. We used food and drinks as the starting point, but brought the experience alive through music, dance, culture and formats that encouraged people to participate. For us, that is what SOCIAL does best, it creates a space where different communities, cultures and interests can come together and feel at home.”

Mela Mexicana reflects SOCIAL’s continued approach to building experiences that bring together food, drinks, culture and community in ways that feel participative, relevant and rooted in the neighbourhoods it serves.