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About & Our Story

More Than Coffee —
A Story Worth Tasting

From a tiny kitchen dream to Delhi's most beloved artisan cafe — every cup we brew carries a piece of our journey, our values, and our community.

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Founder's Story

The Journey That Built Orix

Every milestone, every late night, every breakthrough — our story in the making.

2018
The Spark of a Dream
Founder Aryan Mehta begins experimenting with single-origin roasts in a 12 sq ft home kitchen, obsessively refining his craft for 14 months.
2019
First Partnerships
Tied up with two local organic farms in Coorg & Wayanad. The seed-to-cup philosophy that defines Orix was born here.
2020
Resilience & Reinvention
When the world paused, we pivoted to home delivery coffee kits, serving 400+ households and discovering the importance of community above all.
2021
The Doors Open
Cafe Orix officially opens on Hauz Khas Lane. We sold out completely on Day 1 and had a queue of 80 people. The community had spoken.
2022
Recognition Arrives
Voted Delhi's Best New Cafe by Time Out India. Featured in Condé Nast Traveller's 50 Best Cafes list. A validation of three years of patience.
2024
Growing the Family
Expanding to Bandra, Mumbai with the same soul — handcrafted menus, local artists on walls, and the belief that every guest deserves the extraordinary.
Our Values

What We Stand For

Six principles that guide every decision we make, every cup we brew, every guest we serve.

Uncompromised Quality

We source only top 3% specialty-grade beans globally and change our seasonal menu every 60 days to keep flavors alive.

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Radical Sustainability

Zero-waste kitchen, compostable packaging, carbon-neutral roasting. The planet isn't a resource — it's our partner.

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Community First

From open mic nights to local art walls — Orix exists as a gathering space, not just a commercial establishment.

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Fearless Innovation

We dedicate 20% of our menu to experimental specials — if it doesn't excite us, it never reaches your table.

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Total Transparency

Every dish lists its origin, sourcing story, and even the farmer who grew it. You deserve to know what you're eating.

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Genuine Passion

Nobody on our team punches in or out. We show up because we genuinely love what happens here every single day.

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Our Team

The Humans Behind The Magic

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Aryan Mehta

Founder & CEO
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Aryan Mehta

Founder & CEO

Former software engineer who quit his corporate job to pursue specialty coffee. SCA-certified Q-grader & TEDx speaker on food entrepreneurship.

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Marco Reyes

Head Chef
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Marco Reyes

Head Chef

Trained at Le Cordon Bleu Paris. Brings a 15-year fusion background across 3 continents to every menu he crafts for Orix.

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Priya Nair

Master Barista
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Priya Nair

Master Barista

World Barista Championship finalist 2023. Expert in latte art, pour-over technique, and the rare Japanese siphon method.

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Sam Cooper

Community Lead
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Sam Cooper

Community Lead

Runs all artist partnerships, cultural events, and the Orix Scholarship program that sponsors 3 culinary students every year.

Awards & Press

The World Has Noticed

2021

Best New Cafe

Time Out India

2022

Sustainability Award

Green Eats India

2022

Best Coffee in Delhi

Condé Nast Traveller

2023

Top 50 Cafes in India

Vogue India Dining

2023

Community Impact Award

Delhi Culture Fest

2024

Entrepreneurs to Watch

Forbes India 30u30

Sustainability Pledge

Our Promise to the Planet

Sustainability isn't a marketing term for us — it's the operating system of everything we do.

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Farmers Paid 30% Above Fair Trade Price

Zero Landfill by 2026

100% of our kitchen waste is composted or recycled through certified partners.

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Seasonal & Local Sourcing

90% of our ingredients are sourced within 400km, reducing food miles dramatically.

Progress91%

Carbon Neutral Operations

We offset 120% of our carbon through verified reforestation programs in the Western Ghats.

Progress64%
Cafe Tour Reel

Watch Our Story Unfold

A 3-minute journey through our space, our craft, and our community.

Cafe Orix — Official Tour
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