Unapologetic Foods

Unapologetic Foods is a New York-based restaurant group behind some of the most acclaimed and genre-defying Indian restaurants in the country, including Semma, Dhamaka, Adda, Masalawala & Sons, Rowdy Rooster, Naks, and Biryani Bol. Founded by Roni Mazumdar and Chintan Pandya, we’re known for concept-driven dining experiences that challenge expectations, honor cultural roots, and bring overlooked regional cuisines to the forefront without compromise. Our restaurants have earned numerous accolades including a MICHELIN Star, multiple James Beard Awards, and national recognition from The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Eater, and Esquire. But more than that, we’ve helped shift the conversation around what Indian food can be in America. From the unapologetic southern Indian cooking at Semma to the bold, carinderia-inspired flavors of Naks, our mission is to create spaces where chefs cook from a place of truth, pride, and power.