DLC Guide Mumbai 2nd edition 2025 concludes in Mumbai
DLC Guide Mumbai
The DLC Guide Mumbai Second Edition 2025, an independent global rating system founded by Jimmy Mistry under the aegis of Della Leaders Club (DLC), concluded on Monday evening at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, bringing together restaurateurs, hoteliers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders to celebrate excellence across the hospitality sector.
The Mumbai Second Edition of the DLC Guide recognised a curated selection of hospitality establishments across distinct categories, reflecting excellence in dining, hospitality and beverage experiences. The restaurant category featured awardees including Masque, The Table, Izumi, Paradox, Akina, Late Checkout, Mizu Izakaya, La Loca Maria, Bandra Born, INKA by Bastian, Comorin, Gaijin, Ziya, Milagro, Dum Phukt.
In the hotel category, Fairmont Mumbai emerged as the sole recipient, recognised for its comprehensive hospitality offering and operational excellence in the luxury space. The bar category saw Sixteen33 receive the award, distinguished for its concept-driven approach and contribution to Mumbai’s evolving nightlife and beverage culture.
The Mumbai Second Edition was supported by a panel of professionals and industry leaders whose expertise contributed to the integrity and depth of the evaluation process.
Speaking at the conclusion of the event, Jimmy Mistry, Founder & CEO, Della Leaders Club, said, “The DLC Guide is rooted in thought leadership and was created to place India firmly on the global hospitality map through a credible, independent benchmarking platform. As a first-generation entrepreneur, my vision has been to build something out of India, for the global citizen—one that drives real social and industry impact. The successful Mumbai Second Edition reaffirms the industry’s trust in this vision and the growing relevance of India as a global force in experiential hospitality.”
The evening featured special acknowledgements of key industry stakeholders whose presence and contributions underscored the significance of the Second Mumbai edition. Among those specially mentioned were Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager, Fairmont Mumbai; Suvir Saran, Chef, Author & Food Consultant; Hitesh Keswani, Managing Director, Aspect Hospitality; Vedant Malik, Owner, Mizu Izakaya; Anmol Malik and Ada Malik, talented daughters of Indian music composer Anu Malik; Parvez Damania, Aviation Consultant & Former Founder of Damania Airways; and Samir Malkani, FBAI Lifestyle.
Looking ahead, the DLC Guide aims to continue to strengthen its role as a global hospitality credit rating platform, with forthcoming editions planned across additional Indian and international markets. Building on the momentum of the Mumbai Second Edition, the platform aims to further deepen industry engagement, expand its independent audit network, and contribute meaningfully to conversations around global standards, transparency and long-term excellence in hospitality.
