BENGALURU, August 10 20926. Polar Bear, the popular Ice Cream Sundae Zone, has reached a major landmark with the opening of its 200th outlet nationwide. The new launch also marks the brand’s 100th parlour in Bengaluru, the city where its retail journey first began.
Founded in 2008 near Bengaluru’s ITPL by entrepreneur Kishore Rai, Polar Bear has grown from a single neighbourhood shop into one of India’s largest homegrown dessert chains. Today, the 100% Indian-owned and entirely self-funded brand operates across more than 35 cities. It has built a distinct presence in the premium dessert market through a vast menu featuring signature ice cream sundaes, shakes, sorbets, and ice cream cakes.
Polar Bear has played a pivotal role in popularizing the dine-in sundae parlour concept, turning routine dessert visits into shared experiences for families and friends. By scaling sustainably through a strong franchise network without external venture funding, the company has maintained steady growth while upholding strict product consistency.
“Polar Bear started in 2008 with a vision to delight customers with a memorable ice cream sundae experience,” said Kishore Rai, Founder of Polar Bear. “At the time, the market focused primarily on single scoops, leaving the sundae category largely untapped. We set out to create innovative, indulgent sundaes using carefully curated recipes and high-quality dairy, giving customers an experience far more exciting than traditional ice cream.”
“Quality is at the heart of everything we do,” added Prashant Prakash, Senior Vice President of Commercial & Operations. “From sourcing premium ingredients to enforcing strict quality standards across every location, we ensure every sundae consistently delivers. As we celebrate our 200th store, our focus remains on pairing taste and freshness with exceptional customer service.”
Looking ahead, Polar Bear plans to continue its national expansion while introducing innovative menu offerings that cater to evolving consumer preferences across urban markets.
About Polar Bear
Polar Bear is a leading Indian dessert chain specializing in handcrafted ice cream sundaes, shakes, and cold treats across 200 locations nationwide.
