India’s speciality coffee chain Third Wave Coffee has opened its 200th café, choosing Sindhi Society in Chembur, Mumbai, for the site. This will be its second outlet in the neighbourhood.

The company plans a further 100 cafés in 2026 as part of its national rollout.

The latest launch adds to its Mumbai network of 40 cafés.

Third Wave Coffee CEO Rajat Luthra stated: “... we plan to strengthen our presence in the region in the coming year [...] . By next year, we aim to add 100 more cafés as we deepen our presence in both existing and new markets.”

The announcement follows 11 openings across Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai and Mysuru.

The chain is focusing growth on high-density residential areas, business districts and major travel routes, including airports and national expressways.

Third Wave Coffee chose Chembur for the 200th outlet to take advantage of its expanding café culture and the presence of young professionals and students.

Luthra stated: “Crossing 200 cafés is not just a numeric milestone. It reflects the trust of our community and the disciplined growth engine we have built over the years. Our focus has remained constant: build a sustainably scaleable business and deliver a high-quality, consistent café experience across formats and geographies.

“With our roastery’s eight times automation capability, we are now equipped to support up to 700 cafés, setting a strong foundation for the next phase of expansion".

Alongside its store expansion, the company is also growing its omnichannel operations.

An expanded roastery and innovation lab in Bengaluru will support its retail range, which includes easy-to-brew coffee bags, signature blends, brewing equipment and merchandise.