Three new food and beverage venues will be introduced to this year’s BNP Paribas Open, the BNP Paribas Open announced on Wednesday.
New additions include Sweetfin, Beecher’s Handmade Cheese and Pacha Mamas, as well as an upgrade to the Circle of Palms in partnership with Veroni.
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The 2026 BNP Paribas Open will be held from March 1 to 15 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Tickets and packages are on sale now on the event website and box office.
Sweetfin, Beecher’s Handmade Cheese and Pacha Mamas join BNP Paribas rotation
sweetfin The Santa Monica-based chain will make its debut at the event in 2026, offering its signature California-style Poke Bowl in the Food Village.
Fans holding Stadium 1 tickets will be able to enjoy a new discount concept Beecher’s Artisan Cheesethe Seattle-based artisan cheesemaker is bringing its award-winning macaroni and cheese, tomato cheddar soup and other classics for fans to enjoy during the two-week event.
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Headquartered in Las Vegas Pacha Mama Rounding out the trio of new franchisees in 2026 are bringing Peruvian rice bowls with fresh grilled meats and vegetables, providing Stadium 2 with exciting new franchise options.
“A carefully curated food and beverage program is an important part of the Tennis Paradise experience, and the improvements for 2026 reflect our continued commitment to enhancing on-site offerings for fans,” said Philippe Dore, chief marketing officer at the BNP Paribas Open. “From a redesigned palm tree ring to a wider range of food and beverage options, there is something for everyone to enjoy this spring.”
The famed tennis haven, The Palm Circle, has received a major upgrade in the heart of the Indian Wells Tennis Garden and will be home to a new tennis center Veronese Delicatessen and Champagne Lounge.
The new Circle of Palms will be a two-story, open-air structure that will provide tennis fans with full catering services, allowing them to enjoy Veroni’s signature deli dishes as well as a selection of premium beverages.
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Other fan favorites on the menu
The full food and beverage lineup for the 2026 BNP Paribas Open will include more than 40 award-winning vendors showcasing a full range of culinary excellence, including world-class restaurants, premium beverage purveyors and local Coachella Valley favorites
Nobu is located at Arena 2 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.
BNP Paribas Open will feature four full-service restaurants nob indian wells, Mama Gina’s Restaurantand Mole’s clever Mexican kitchen Return to Stadium 2, and Gate Street At the Stadium 1. Fan-favorite offers like award-winning Motorcycle Pizza and puesto Will be back on the menu in 2026, along with local Coachella Valley favorites like John’s and Chef Tanya’s Kitchen.
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All BNP Paribas Open hospitality programs are produced in partnership with Sodexo Live! – Official hospitality partner of the BNP Paribas Open. A full list of food and beverage vendors can be viewed on the event website.
Andrew John covers the BNP Paribas Open for The Desert Sun and USA TODAY Network. Email him at andrew.john@desertsun.com.
This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: These are the new food options for the 2026 BNP Paribas Open