“I believe passion is only powerful when paired with purpose—and Nine Bees & Co. is the result of that belief.”
In a freewheeling chat with Entrepreneurs Today, we look at the journey of Souvik Biswas, the founder of Nine Bees & Co. and a multi-cuisine restaurateur. Based in Lodha Palava City, Dombivli East, Nine Bees & Co. was founded in 2022 with a vision of building a space where ‘taste, affordability and hospitality meet.’
Souvik’s decision to build Nine Bees & Co. came a decade after working in the corporate world, out of the desire to pursue his own passion for food, travel and exploring regional cuisines. Leaving a stable and comfortable job has not been an easy decision and it took a leap of faith that his vision would work.
Delving deeper into the inspiration, Souvik reveals,
“Travel taught me cultural appreciation and the importance of flavours rooted in tradition. Sports instilled in me discipline, resilience and the spirit of teamwork. And food, of course, has always been my creative outlet and source of joy.”
With Nine Bees & Co., Souvik has managed to build a brand and bring all the elements of authentic experiences, consistent performance and a sense of community together.
Unlike Any Other
Some aspects that set Nine Bees & Co. apart are its wide-ranging menu spanning across Indian, Chinese, Tandoori, Oriental, Continental and Biryani specialties, fried ice creams, boba shakes and the signature English breakfast. With a vision to be a lifestyle-driven food brand with a café-like ambiance that appeals to Gen Z, Nine Bees & Co. even delivers till 4 AM to serve the young night owls.
Souvik further adds,
“What truly differentiates us is our deep understanding of our audience and our ability to adapt to their needs. Whether it’s introducing the lowest-priced momos in the area with complimentary soup, launching a Work-from-Resto model for professionals, or curating cosy candlelight dinners for couples. Our offerings are designed to create value and memorable experiences.”
Navigating Challenges
There have been numerous challenges along the way as Souvik was bootstrapping his venture. Similar to many first-generation entrepreneurs, he had to work with limited resources and capital.
There was also an added financial burden due to the involvement of a former business partner. Soon after, Souvik lost his mother in 2024, which impacted him mentally and put a certain amount of financial strain on him. However, he understands that entrepreneurship is not always an upward trajectory. Souvik expresses,
“Challenges are inevitable, but your mindset defines your outcomes. Build with purpose, don’t compromise on quality and never underestimate the power of a loyal team. To budding entrepreneurs — start small, stay consistent and let your passion be louder than your fears. The world rewards those who dare to dream and work relentlessly for it.”
He also acknowledges,
“What helped me push through was a combination of strategic planning, sheer resilience and an unshakable belief in the brand. I am deeply thankful to my family and friends for constantly encouraging me to pursue my dreams. I focused on optimising operations, strengthening customer relationships and building a loyal team. These efforts allowed us to not only sustain the business but also evolve it into a growing local brand known for value, innovation and consistency.”
Celebrating Feats
Since the launch of Nine Bees & Co., the venture has made its name as a premier dining destination. Some of the offers, like the ‘Work-from Restro,’ have opened the restaurant to over 300 professionals who work remotely every month. Even the signature English breakfast makes up almost 15% of their morning revenue.
By deciding to deliver late at night until 4 AM, Nine Bees & Co. has made a lucrative business for itself by delivering to those who work night shifts or just stay up late, which has also increased their revenue by 25% on weekdays.
Today, 40% of their customers are returning clients, which speaks volumes of the work Souvik and his team are doing.
Future Looks Bright
Looking ahead, Nine Bees & Co. is working on introducing children’s culinary workshops and meal subscription services to broaden the revenue streams. Souvik also wants to expand his venture in other metropolitan cities, airports and shopping malls. He further adds,
“I want to make our tagline, ‘The Don of Flavours,’ a nationally recognised brand. We’re working on building a strong operational model, seeking funding and strengthening our team. Our next steps include turning the venture into a private limited company and enhancing our brand presence through strategic collaborations and high-impact campaigns.”
