New York's Maximalist 'Forgotten Party Mansion' Indian Restaurant Opens

Ambassadors Clubhouse blends Punjabi heritage, diplomatic grandeur, and family history into an immersive dining experience.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 6:00pm

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Ambassadors Clubhouse, a new Indian restaurant in New York from London's JKS Restaurants, has become a talked-about destination for its maximalist interior design that blends Punjabi culture, diplomatic history, and the owners' family archives. The restaurant's richly layered spaces, featuring hand-painted murals, custom carpets, and Punjabi artwork, aim to create an intimate, residential feel that transports diners.

Why it matters

In an era of minimalist restaurant design, Ambassadors Clubhouse stands out for its bold, maximalist approach that celebrates the owners' Punjabi heritage and personal family history. The restaurant's immersive interiors, which draw inspiration from royal Indian palaces and the owners' childhood homes, offer a distinctive dining experience that goes beyond just the food.

The details

Ambassadors Clubhouse was designed by London's North End Design, drawing inspiration from the childhood homes of the Sethi siblings (Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina), whose grandfather was an Indian ambassador. The ground-floor bar features intricate marquetry, while the downstairs 'Jungli Room' has animal-inspired fabrics and textures. Throughout the restaurant, the walls showcase artwork by Punjabi artists, reinforcing the cultural specificity of the project. The maximalist design aims to create a 'forgotten party mansion' feel, with every surface layered in history, craft, and personal meaning.

  • Ambassadors Clubhouse opened in New York in April 2026.

The players

JKS Restaurants

The London-based restaurant group that owns Ambassadors Clubhouse, as well as other acclaimed Indian restaurants like Gymkhana and Brigadiers.

Karam Sethi

Co-owner of JKS Restaurants and one of the siblings behind the Ambassadors Clubhouse concept, drawing inspiration from his family's diplomatic history and childhood homes.

North End Design

The London-based design firm that created the maximalist interiors of Ambassadors Clubhouse.

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What they’re saying

“I can't do a blank wall anymore. Every surface has something to do.”

— Karam Sethi, Co-owner, JKS Restaurants

“Punjabi culture is hyper-regional. Even recipes change house to house.”

— Karam Sethi, Co-owner, JKS Restaurants

What’s next

Ambassadors Clubhouse is expected to continue drawing attention and acclaim for its unique, immersive dining experience that celebrates Punjabi heritage and the owners' personal history.

The takeaway

Ambassadors Clubhouse represents a bold, maximalist approach to restaurant design that stands in contrast to the minimalist trends of recent years. By deeply rooting the interiors in the owners' Punjabi background and family archives, the restaurant offers diners a truly distinctive and personal dining experience that goes beyond just the food.