Echoes Living Room is a cozy diner run by a deaf and mute staff
Modern day diner Echoes Living Room, is a unique diner that is run by a deaf and mute staff. Founders
Sahib Sarna and Shivansh Kanwar opened its doors to Hyderabad during the summer of ‘21. They
established the diner/café with the vision of creating opportunities for the deaf and mute section of
society. With Echoes they have successfully cultivated a space that empowers their staff. It also provides
customers with the opportunity to learn more about social responsibility while indulging in some finger-
licking comfort food.
“The concept strives to initiate a healthy conversation around the deaf and mute community. This helps
create a unique dining experience in an embracing and judgment-free environment,” share Sahib and
Shivansh.
There is lovely music playing on the speakers as we enter the cozy space. We are politely shown to our
seats by one of the staff members to whom we thank using sign language. To help communicate with
the staff, at each table you will find a switch hanging from a light above, and a note that says, ‘Press the
bell and we’ll be right there to serve you’. On the table you will also find cue cards to help make
requests, including ones to share the menu and to clear the table.
We begin our lunch with the crispy Peri Peri Crunch Chicken Momos, The OG Big Crispy Juicy Chicken
Burger, that is drool-worthy and one of their signature wood fired pizzas – Echoes Paneer Tikka Masala
Twist . We also tried their wholesome thick shake, Very Strawberry Red Velvet Rush and cold coffee,
CaraMello Brownie Old Fashioned Frappe. The refreshing Strawberry Shake was served with whipped
cream and topped with the chocolaty gems candy. While the perfectly balanced and flavorful Frappe
came with a soft brownie and was also topped with whipped cream.
When it was time for dessert, we order one of their highly recommended waffles, the Echoes Nutella
and the Brownie Factory, which comes with a chocolate-infused waffle topped with ice cream, Nutella
and chocolate sticks. The dessert is heavy in all the best ways. The melting ice cream mixed with the
silky Nutella is a delightful mess that is totally worth it.
Meal for two: Rs 600 onwards
Ground Floor, Jyothi Elegance, Madhapur
Tel: 85000 03150
Timings: 11 am to 11 pm
