Multi award-winning chef, Sagar Massey is to open his first Glasgow city centre restaurant called Kalinga, on West Regent Street.

The launch follows the success of his Southside restaurant Angeethi. Within just six months of opening, Sagar and his team were awarded a prestigious Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand in recognition of outstanding food at exceptional value. It is the first and only Indian restaurant in Scotland to receive this distinction.

Formerly home to Grilled by Ajay Kumar, Kalinga, which symbolises strength and accomplishment, offers much more than just a taste of Indian cuisine. It’s a journey through the rich heritage and vibrant flavours that have inspired Sagar throughout his career. Rooted in the traditions of his heritage, each dish tells a story embracing diverse culinary traditions with contemporary flair.

Sagar, who moved to Scotland from India as a teenager, said, “Opening a restaurant in Glasgow city centre has been a long-held ambition of mine. Glasgow has a fantastic reputation for Indian cooking, and I’m proud to become part of that story.

“At Kalinga, we want to bring together the flavours, spices and cooking traditions that have inspired me throughout my life and career. Our approach is rooted in authentic Indian cooking, but we also want to present it with our own identity, precision and creativity. We believe Kalinga will offer something distinctive to the city centre while still celebrating the depth and diversity of Indian cuisine.”

On the menu at Kalinga will be a range of familiar curries with some signature dishes, including yogurt kebab, fermented chilli chicken, tandoori pomfret and qormas, as well as a selection of biryanis and speciality Indian desserts. Dishes will be complimented by a range of Indian wines and cocktails, themed on the key states of India.

In June 2025 Sagar opened Agneethi, in Glasgow’s Southside and prior to that Sanja at Kirkhouse Inn in Strathblane. He has worked in two Michelin Star restaurants, Restaurant Martin Wishart in Edinburgh and the Isle of Eriska Hotel in Benderloch, near Oban, as well as some of Scotland’s most high profile kitchens including Marr Hall in Bishopton, Cail Bruach and the Marine and Lawn Hotel in Troon.

Celebrated by both critics and fellow chefs for his bold creativity and technical excellence, Sagar was a standout finalist on BBC MasterChef:The Professionals earning invitations to cook alongside some of the UK's most acclaimed chefs.

Kalinga, which is located at 142 West Regent Street, opens on Wednesday 22 July 2026.