Raasta was first launched in Hauz khas village, Delhi, in 2012. The lounge is inspired by the rastafarian way of life, with a reggae-inspired atmosphere and caribbean cuisine. It was designed to introduce delhi’s nightlife to a free-spirited, music-driven culture. Raasta became known for championing alternative music genres like reggae, dubstep, and dancehall, providing a platform for upcoming talent.

The brand has expanded to other major Indian cities, including Mumbai, Raipur, Bhubaneswar, Jammu, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Ludhiana, Pune and goa.