RailRestro
RailRestro is an online marketplace that delivers restaurant-prepared meals to passengers seated on Indian trains via PNR-based ordering across 500+ stations and 7,000+ trains, serving individual travelers, groups, and tour operators through 2,500+ FSSAI-certified restaurant partners since 2015.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2015
- HeadquartersPatna City, India
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingDigital Commerce or Content
What RailRestro does
RailRestro, operated by Yescom India Softech Pvt. Ltd. and headquartered at the Software Technology Parks of India in Patna, Bihar, is an online marketplace that delivers restaurant-prepared meals to passengers seated on Indian trains. Founded in 2015, the platform enables ordering via a website, Android and iOS apps (4.5-star rated), or a toll-free phone number, using a 10-digit PNR number or train number to bind an order to a specific passenger journey. The company's core technology combines a PNR-based ordering pipeline with real-time train GPS tracking that automatically adjusts delivery timing when trains are delayed, alongside complementary rail tools (PNR status checker, train timetable, live station arrival/departure boards) that serve as user-acquisition funnels.
The platform operates a two-sided marketplace model, sourcing supply from 2,500+ FSSAI-certified restaurant partners across 500+ stations and matching it to demand from train passengers across 7,000+ trains. Revenue is generated through marketplace commissions on partner restaurants and transaction-based pricing on customer orders, with zero delivery charges on standard orders and a 15% discount on bulk group orders (minimum Rs. 2,000). Customer segments include individual train passengers (primary), group travelers, tour operators, corporate groups, and Jain-food-specific customers. The company has cumulatively delivered over 3.5 crore (35 million) meals since inception and is DIPP-recognized (DIPP9416) and ISO-certified, operating independently from IRCTC and Indian Railways.
The company is bootstrapped with no disclosed institutional funding, employs 51-100 staff, and is led by Manish Kumar (Founder and CEO) and Suman Priya (Co-founder and Director). Distribution combines direct-to-consumer digital channels (self-serve website and app), inside sales (toll-free phone and bulk-order callback), and channel partners (restaurant vendor signup, tour-operator signup, affiliate program). The market is forecast to reach Rs. 1,200 crore by 2027, and RailRestro has expanded its network coverage to 500+ stations and 7,000+ trains as of early 2026.
RailRestro firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- RailRestro
- Legal name
- Yescom India Softech Pvt. Ltd
- Website
- https://railrestro.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2015
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- RailRestro is an online marketplace that delivers restaurant-prepared meals to passengers seated on Indian trains via PNR-based ordering across 500+ stations and 7,000+ trains, serving individual travelers, groups, and tour operators through 2,500+ FSSAI-certified restaurant partners since 2015.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
RailRestro industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Online Train Food Delivery Marketplace
- NAICS
- Support Activities for Rail Transportation (4882)
- SIC
- Transportation Services (4700)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Ground Transportation Booking Platforms (Rail/Bus/Ferry) (BPAMAIAD)
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Where RailRestro is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Patna City
- HQ country
- India
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices1 record
Markets served
RailRestro business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Digital Commerce or Content
- Cost components
- Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Restaurant Commission/Transaction Fees: RailRestro earns commission from restaurant partners for each order fulfilled through the platform. Restaurants pay a fee to be listed and receive orders through the PNR-based delivery system.
- Customer Order Revenue: Revenue generated from customer food orders on trains. The platform charges for food items ordered, with no delivery fees mentioned for standard orders. Bulk orders have minimum value of Rs. 2,000 with 15% discount offered.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Transaction based/ take rate | Pay-as-you-go | Individual Food Orders |
| Transaction based/ take rate | Pay-as-you-go | Bulk/Group Food Orders |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels6 records
RailRestro product offering
Product offeringCore offering
RailRestro is an online marketplace that connects Indian railway passengers with FSSAI-certified restaurants for delivery of restaurant-quality meals directly to their train seats. Customers place orders via PNR number or train number through the website, mobile app, or toll-free phone, with delivery executed by restaurant partners across 500+ railway stations and 7,000+ trains. The platform also offers bulk/group ordering, specialized Jain meals, and complementary rail utility tools such as PNR status checking and live train tracking.
Product overview
RailRestro is a train food delivery marketplace platform that connects train passengers with restaurant partners for on-seat meal delivery. The core product consists of a web platform (railrestro.com) and mobile apps for Android and iOS. The platform integrates food ordering with rail utility tools including PNR status check, live train running status (AI-powered GPS tracking), train schedule/timetable, and live station information. Additional modules include specialized Jain food ordering, bulk/group food ordering for 10+ passengers, express meals, cake delivery, and pizza delivery. The service spans 500+ stations and 7,000+ trains across India with 2,500+ FSSAI-certified restaurant partners, having delivered over 3.5 crore (35 million) meals since 2015. The company also offers a zero-contact delivery model with guaranteed delivery or full refund.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- RailRestro Train Food Delivery Platform Online marketplace platform accessible via website (railrestro.com) and Android/iOS mobile apps that enables Indian railway passengers to order restaurant-quality meals from FSSAI-certified restaurants for delivery directly to their train seats using a 10-digit PNR number or train number. Supports pre-booking up to 60 days in advance and orders at least 30 minutes before reaching the delivery station.
- Jain Food in Train Specialized meal ordering service offering Jain-compliant food (prepared without onion, garlic, and certain vegetables) including Jain Thali and Jain Biryani options, for Jain community travelers on Indian trains.
- Group/Bulk Food Order Bulk food ordering service for groups of 10 or more passengers traveling together on Indian trains. Offers customized meals with a flat 15% discount, minimum order value of Rs. 2,000, and split-payment terms (40% upfront, 60% on delivery).
- Express Meals Quick meal delivery service for train passengers requiring faster food delivery at the next station during their journey.
- Pure Veg Food in Train Curated pure vegetarian food ordering service for train passengers seeking vegetarian meal options from certified restaurants.
- Cake Delivery in Train Special-occasion food delivery service for delivering cakes to train passengers celebrating events during their journey.
- Pizza Delivery in Train Fast-food delivery service offering vegetarian and non-vegetarian pizza options to train passengers.
- Bulk Food Delivery in Train Large-volume bulk food delivery service for tour operators, travel agents, and large groups requiring organized meal supply across multiple train journeys.
Quantifiable outcome
- 3.5 Cr+ meals delivered in trains
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use RailRestro
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
RailRestro technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
RailRestro partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- FSSAI-Certified Restaurant Partners (2500+)coreRailRestro partners with 2500+ restaurants across India that are FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) certified. These restaurant partners prepare and supply food that is delivered to train passengers. Partners must follow stringent food quality and hygiene guidelines approved by FSSAI. The partnership enables RailRestro to offer diverse cuisine options including North Indian, South Indian, Chinese, Jain food, and more across its 500+ station network.
- IRCTC / Indian RailwaysminorRailRestro explicitly states it is an independent food ordering platform for train travelers and has NO affiliation with IRCTC or Indian Railways. This is a disclaimer rather than a partnership, clarifying the company's independent operating status.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
RailRestro competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Zomato: Indian restaurant discovery and food delivery platform with national scale. Comparable on restaurant aggregator model and food delivery logistics, though not specialising in rail travel use cases.
- IRCTC e-Catering: Indian Railways' own train food delivery service operated by IRCTC. Most directly comparable competitor to RailRestro as it offers food delivery to train passengers using railway-affiliated infrastructure, brand, and policy backing.
- Swiggy: India's largest food delivery aggregator with expanding station-side delivery presence. Comparable on marketplace economics and restaurant supply aggregation, with substantially greater scale and capital.
Emerging players
- Railofy: Indian rail-travel app offering train booking, PNR prediction, and rail utility tools. Comparable through overlapping rail-passenger utility positioning and similar audience segment to RailRestro.
- Confirmtkt: Rail booking platform offering prediction-based ticket confirmation alongside PNR tools and train information. Adjacent competitor sharing the rail-passenger audience RailRestro targets.
- RailYatri: Indian rail-travel platform combining train booking, PNR tools, station information, and food ordering. Comparable through its multi-utility rail companion positioning similar to RailRestro's Rail Tools suite.
Direct peers
- RailMitra: Rail travel services platform offering PNR status, live train running status, and food-related services. Co-mentioned with RailRestro in market sizing, indicating overlapping product and customer base.
- Travelkhana: Indian train food delivery platform operating across railway stations with restaurant aggregator model. Closely comparable to RailRestro in target customer, supply-side approach, and value proposition focused on hygienic station-to-seat meal delivery.
Regional players
- AbhiBus: Indian bus booking platform providing passenger ground transport services across India. Comparable on the ground-passenger-booking category, though focused on buses rather than trains.
- redBus: India's largest bus ticket booking marketplace. Comparable as a digital ground-transport booking platform serving Indian inter-city passengers, though operating in buses rather than rail food delivery.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
RailRestro social profiles
Digital presenceRailRestro compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
RailRestro financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
RailRestro leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
RailRestro funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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RailRestro M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about RailRestro
What does RailRestro do?
RailRestro is an online marketplace that connects Indian railway passengers with FSSAI-certified restaurants for delivery of restaurant-quality meals directly to their train seats. Customers place orders via PNR number or train number through the website, mobile app, or toll-free phone, with delivery executed by restaurant partners across 500+ railway stations and 7,000+ trains. The platform also offers bulk/group ordering, specialized Jain meals, and complementary rail utility tools such as PNR status checking and live train tracking.
Is RailRestro a public or private company?
RailRestro is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was RailRestro founded?
RailRestro was founded in 2015. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is RailRestro based?
RailRestro is headquartered in Patna City, India, in the Asia region.
How does RailRestro make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Restaurant Commission/Transaction Fees are the primary driver. The others are customer Order Revenue.
Who are RailRestro's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Zomato, IRCTC e-Catering and Swiggy. Emerging players are Railofy, Confirmtkt and RailYatri. Direct peers are RailMitra and Travelkhana. Regional players are AbhiBus and redBus.
Does RailRestro have an API?
No public API is recorded for RailRestro.
What industry is RailRestro in?
RailRestro's product category is Online Train Food Delivery Marketplace. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAMAIAD, Ground Transportation Booking Platforms (Rail/Bus/Ferry). Its NAICS code is 4882 and its SIC code is 4700.