ATLANTA, September 2025 — FEAL Hospitality, one of Miami's most dynamic restaurant groups led by Co-Founders & Co-Owners/Operators Chef Niven Patel and Mohamed (Mo) Alkassar, who are both James Beard Award nominees, today announces the opening of Ghee Indian Kitchen in Atlanta in Fall 2025. It is the first bold expansion of the beloved restaurant group and one of its marquee brands beyond its home state of Florida.

Located in the Sentral Building at 1050 Howell Mill Road next door to the legendary Northside Tavern, the restaurant brings Chef Patel's modern farm-to-table Indian cuisine to the city's arts-centric West Midtown neighborhood. It replicates the original Ghee Indian Kitchen's acclaimed dishes, cocktails and interiors, complete with furniture handcrafted in India. The restaurant accommodates a total of 140 guests, with 78 in the dining room and 12 at the bar, along with 50 seats outdoors.

Ghee Indian Kitchen redefined Indian dining in South Florida when it opened in Miami's Dadeland neighborhood and went on to earn MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Awards in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. The restaurant strives to incorporate fresh produce from local farms and is renowned for its welcoming hospitality and high-energy dining experience. It enchants both South Asian guests, who seek the authentic flavors of home, as well as locals and visitors seeking an accessible and affordable culinary adventure.

Chef Niven Patel on His Vision for Ghee in Atlanta

“I cook the food I grew up with, but through the lens of my experiences around the world. Ghee Indian Kitchen is where my ethnicity meets the journey I've taken as a chef. We are redoubling our farm-to-table commitment and are excited to work with some amazing local farmers to source incredible ingredients. In addition, we will be flying in produce from our own Rancho Patel, including taro leaves for our pakoras. In fact, we have already increased our crop for the Atlanta opening. We are looking forward to sharing our classic dishes with Atlantans and visitors to this great city.”

Mohamed “Mo” Alkassar on the Expansion of Ghee

“Ghee Indian Kitchen celebrates the heritage of Indian cooking while opening a thoughtful path for those tasting its flavors for the first time. We are delighted to make Atlanta our first step towards taking Ghee Indian Kitchen national, and West Midtown was the perfect up-and-coming neighborhood to grow with. Most importantly, we want our guests to know that we will be validating parking within our building, Sentral, as well as some adjacent parking lots. We will also offer valet service to make Ghee Indian Kitchen convenient for our guest.”

The Newest Addition to FEAL Hospitality's Acclaimed Portfolio

The new Ghee is the latest addition to FEAL Hospitality, which co-owners Chef Patel and Alkassar began conceptualizing the new location in 2024. Chef Niven is a four-time James Beard Award semi-finalist for “Best Chef: South” and a Food & Wine “Best New Chefs 2020.” Alkassar is a veteran global operator named a James Beard Award 2023 semi-finalist for “Outstanding Restaurateur.” The two were recently named to the Observer's 2024 Nightlife & Dining Power List, celebrating the industry's most important players across the U.S.

The group has made a name for itself with its acclaimed restaurants that include the original Ghee Indian Kitchen in Dadeland, which earned Eater Miami's “Best Restaurant of the Year,” and a location in Wynwood. They are complemented by NiMo, a pizzeria in Tequesta, Fla., which boasts a beautiful, open-air terrace and a wood-fired oven. Paya, serving island-inspired cuisine, opened its doors on Miami's South Beach. Both Ghee Indian Kitchen and Paya were recently named among the New York Times' “The 25 Best Restaurants in Miami Right Now.”

A Commitment to Farm-to-Table on the Plate and in the Glass

Chef Patel strives to use produce from Rancho Patel, his home in nearby Homestead, Fla. Its ecosystem provides the ability to grow a plethora of fruits, vegetables and herbs. Additionally, the kitchen collaborates with fishermen who employ sustainable fishing techniques and heritage farmers who raise livestock and poultry using humane and eco-friendly practices. The restaurant's cocktail program similarly salutes local ingredients.

Snacks
● Green Papaya Salad, Peanuts, Sesame, Jaggery Dressing, $17
● Crispy Broccoli, Mushrooms, Red Pepper Sauce, Scallions, $18
● Charred Corn, Smoked Paneer, Cilantro Crema, $15
● Yellowfin Tuna Bhel, Avocado, Grilled Vegetables, Tamarind, $19
● Mushroom Momo, Cashew Sauce, Crispy Chili Oil, $17
● Samosa Chaat, Channa Masala, Yogurt, Chutneys, $16
● Backyard Pakora, Farm Taro, Coriander, Date Chutney, $15
● Chili Paneer, Jimmy Nardello Pepper, Kashmiri Sambal, $18
● Lamb Hakka Noodles, $19
● Vegetable Hakka Noodles, $17
● Short Rib Dosa, $21
● Yukon Dosa, $16

Tandoor & Biryani
● Chicken Tandoori, Yogurt, Kashmiri Chili, $24
● Duck Biryani, Saffron Basmati, Mint, Caramelized Onions, Cashews, Raita, $47
● Veggie Biryani, Saffron Basmati, Mint, Caramelized Onions, Cashews, Raita, $47

Curries (Served with Basmati Rice)
● Saag Paneer, Baby Spinach, $22
● Bell & Evans Chicken Tikka Masala, Tomato Gravy, Fenugreek, $24
● Smoked Lamb Neck, Chickpeas, Tomato, Cinnamon, $38
● Tumeric Marinated Fish, Coconut, Fennel Sofrito, $32

Curries (cont'd.)
● Beef Korma, Roasted Onion, Cashew, Cardamom, $38
● Kerala Lamb, Coconut, Curry Leaf, Tumeric, $26
● Saffron Channa Masala, Ginger, Red Onion, Cilantro, $19
● Vegetable Kofta, Cashew Curry, Raisin, $21
● Dal Makhni, Black Lentils, Cardamom, $21

Naan
● Avocado Bhatura, $9
● Ghost Pepper Cheddar Naan, $15
● Ghee Naan, $6
● Garlic Naan, $7
● Whole Wheat Roti, $7
● Grilled Papadum, $8
● Chutney Platter, Tamarind Date, Apple, Serrano Pickle, Cilantro, Sweet Onion, Raita, $17

Dessert
● Warm Sticky Date Cake, Jaggery Toffee, Ginger Ice Cream, $14
● Banoffee, Saffron, Dulce de Leche, Pistachio, $14
● Chai Ice Cream Sandwiches, Parle G Cookies, $14

Daily 13-Dish Tasting Menu ($75)
● Papaya Salad, Peanuts, Sesame, Jaggery Dressing
● Yellowfin Tuna Bhel, Avocado, Grilled Vegetables, Tamarind
● Samosa Chaat, Channa Masala, Yogurt, Chutneys
● Crispy Broccoli, Mushrooms, Red Pepper Sauce, Scallions
● Potato Dosa, Sambar, Coconut Chutney
● Chicken Tikka Masala, Yogurt, Kashmiri Chili
● Kerala Lamb, Coconut, Curry Leaf, Tumeric
● Dal Makhni, Black Lentils, Cardamom
● Hanger Steak Kebab, Garam Masala, Roasted Garlic
● Tumeric Marinated Fish, Coconut, Fennel Sofrito
● Ghee Naan
● Sticky Date Cake, Jaggery Toffee, Ginger Ice Cream
● Gulab Jamun

Signature Cocktails
● Mo'garita, Maestro Dobel Diamante, Pomegranate, Lime, Ancho Tincture, $17
● Mood Ring, Butterfly Pea Flower-Infused Vodka, St. Germain, Lemongrass, Lemon, Club Soda, $14
● Golden Thread, Saffron-Infused Zyr Vodka, Agave, Lemon, $16
● Mumbai Libre, Coconut Cartel Rum, Tamarind, Lime, Cardamom Bitters, $13
● Flower Language, Four Roses, JoJo Santana Tea Blend, Lemon, Aquafaba, $13
● Rangoli, Centenario Plata, Marigold, Mango Liqueur, Coriander Agave, $16
● Night Market, Brugal 1888, J.F. Haden's Espresso Liqueur, Garam Masala Agave, Cold Brew, $18
● Ghee Wash, Ghee-Washed Four Roses Bourbon, Lemon Ginger Liqueur, Orange, $14

Mocktails
● Chai Lemonade, Chai, Lemon, $13
● Tamarind Express, Seedlip Spice, Tamarind, Lime, $13
● Mango Lassi, Rancho Patel Mango, Cardamom, Yogurt, $11

Handcrafted Furnishings from India

Ghee's interior was designed by Alkassar, who took inspiration from his trip to India with Chef Patel. There, the duo crafted gorgeous, handmade furniture, including bone-inlay tables and shell-inlay mirrors. These complement a color palette dominated by yellow and terracotta, with accents of blue and green.

About the New Ghee Indian Kitchen in Atlanta

Ghee Indian Kitchen in Atlanta is the latest FEAL Hospitality restaurant by the team of Chef Niven Patel and restaurateur extraordinaire Mohamed “Mo” Alkassar. It is the first expansion of the beloved Miami brand, renowned for its modern, farm-to-table take on Indian cuisine in the city's Dadeland and Wynwood neighborhoods. Chef Niven uses the freshest local ingredients, including some sourced from Rancho Patel, his farm in Homestead, Fla. Founded in 2017, Ghee Indian Kitchen earned the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand distinction in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. It is part of FEAL Hospitality, one of South Florida's most dynamic restaurant groups. Located at 1050 Howell Mill Road, Ghee Indian Kitchen is open daily, seven days a week, from Sunday to Thursday, 5pm to 10pm, and Friday and Saturday, 5pm to 11pm. For more information, visit www.gheemiami.com, call us at (404) 201-2581 and follow us on Instagram at @gheemiami. For reservations, please visit OpenTable.

About FEAL Hospitality

Headquartered in Miami, FEAL Hospitality is the parent company of nationally recognized, award-winning restaurants in South Florida, including Ghee Indian Kitchen in Miami's Dadeland and Wynwood, NiMo and Paya. Led by co-owners Chef Niven Patel and Mohamed “Mo” Alkassar, the group is rooted in humble hospitality and ingredient-forward concepts.

Chef Patel is a four-time James Beard Award semi-finalist for “Best Chef: South” and a Food & Wine “Best New Chefs 2020,” and Alkassar is a veteran global operator named a James Beard Award 2023 semi-finalist for “Outstanding Restaurateur.” The two were named to the Observer's 2024 Nightlife & Dining Power List, celebrating the industry's most important players across the U.S.

FEAL Hospitality encompasses Ghee Indian Kitchen, situated in Miami's Dadeland and Wynwood neighborhoods, an Indian restaurant that has garnered four MICHELIN Bib Gourmand awards. It is now expanding to Atlanta's artsy West Midtown neighborhood. Its sister restaurants include NiMo, a pizzeria in Tequesta, Fla., boasting a beautiful, open-air terrace and a wood-fired oven, and Paya, a high-energy, island-inspired concept on Miami's South Beach. Both Ghee Indian Kitchen and Paya were recently named among the New York Times' “The 25 Best Restaurants in Miami Right Now.”

With his hands-on commitment to farm-to-table cooking, Chef Patel's home, Rancho Patel, is a two-acre farm in nearby Homestead, Fla., and a source of inspiration and fresh produce for all FEAL Hospitality concepts. The group's name derives from “fealty,” which signifies loyalty, and reminds the team to stay true to the core values that drive the group's acclaim and success. For more information, please visit fealhospitality.com and follow us on Instagram at @fealhospitality.

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