Shipping Policy
Last Updated: October 12, 2025
Service Area: India (serviceable locations as listed on our website)
We’re committed to delivering fresh, healthy meals on time, every day except Sundays. Please review our Shipping & Delivery Policy to understand how deliveries work for your subscription.
Service Coverage
- We currently serve locations within India.
- Availability may be limited to specific neighborhoods/codes. If your address is outside our serviceable area, we’ll inform you at checkout or during onboarding.
Delivery Timelines
- Operating Days: Monday–Saturday (no deliveries on Sundays and public holidays we announce in advance).
- Meal Windows:
- Lunch: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Dinner: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Lunch: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Deliveries are handled by our own in-house delivery team for better reliability.
Order Start & Processing
- Subscriptions begin after successful payment.
- This is a rolling monthly, prepaid service.
- Renewals: We send a renewal link at the end of each month.
Cut-off Times (Pause/Cancel for Next Day)
- To cancel before the next delivery day, please inform us before 9:00 PM on the previous day.
- Requests after 9:00 PM take effect from the following day.
Note: Meals once prepared/dispatched cannot be returned for hygiene reasons. For refunds, please refer to our Cancellation & Refunds Policy.
Delivery Attempts & Customer Availability
- Please ensure someone is available at your address during the chosen delivery window.
- If the delivery team cannot reach you (no response/incorrect address), the order may be marked Delivered/Attempted and will not be redelivered the same day.
- Missed deliveries due to customer unavailability are not eligible for refunds.
Address, Contact & Access Instructions
- Provide accurate address, phone number, and building/entry instructions.
- For temporary address changes (e.g., office delivery), notify us before 9:00 PM the previous day.
- If your community/building requires gate/entry permissions, please arrange access in advance.
Shipping Fees
- Within serviceable zones: Delivery is typically included in your plan.
- If any delivery charges apply (e.g., special zones/urgent requests), they will be clearly shown at checkout or confirmed by our team before you proceed.
Packaging & Food Safety
- Meals are packed in sealed, food-grade containers for hygiene and freshness.
- Please consume promptly or refrigerate as recommended.
- Do not accept tampered or unsealed packages—contact us immediately if you notice any issue.
Delays & Force Majeure
- While we strive to deliver on time, delays may occur due to traffic, weather, public events, or unforeseen operational issues.
- We’ll do our best to inform you of any material delays and minimize inconvenience.
Cash on Delivery (COD)
- COD is available for select plans/locations.
- Please keep exact change or follow the delivery partner’s instructions for COD completion.
Special Requests & Dietary Preferences
- Share allergies and dietary preferences during signup so we can plan your meals safely.
- We may be unable to accommodate same-day preference changes after the daily cut-off.
Returns, Replacements & Refunds
- Due to hygiene and food safety, we do not accept returns of delivered meals.
- Refunds (where applicable) are for unused subscription days after cancellation.
- For full details, see our Cancellation & Refunds Policy.
Contact & Support
- Delivery Manager (operational issues): Sai – +91 88015 36839
- Email (general & policy queries): fiteaterycafe@gmail.com
- Address: 8-1-284/OU/7, Osmania Staff Colony, Golconda Shaikpet, Manikonda, Hyderabad – 500008, India
Policy Updates
We may update this Shipping & Delivery Policy to reflect operational changes. The latest version will always be posted on our website with the Last Updated date.