A heaving cauldron of culinary delights, multi-cultural Mumbai offers you the world on a plate.
Let’s go set the monsoon on a whole new level, munching our way through some of its choicest global gastronomic offerings of the Millennial city
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This hip chain of restaurants founded by restaurateur Riyaz Amlani, continues to ride the waves of success as one of the most happening spots for young adults as well as oldies across the city. Looking for some good, food, music and a chilled vibe? This is the place to mingle even if you are single. With 12 branches spread across town, its day time café-cum-workspace transforms into a lively, let your hair-down social hot spot with great drinks and food. Make merry on its iconic Long Island Iced Tea (LIIT), served in largish test tubes (!) comes in an array of different flavours. You can team this up with the ‘Chakna box’ abrim with four varieties of snacks to munch on. Beers, both imported and Indian are also available on tap.
Bastian Tiki Bar
Yes, yes Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha just celebrated her nuptials at the Bastian in Bandra! But you should come and here to indulge in Mumbai’s burgeoning ‘Tiki’ culture. And what might that be? They are TIKI cocktails from The Caribbean. Surely you must have heard of the ‘Mai Tai ‘ ? It’s reputed to be a Tiki cocktail par excellence.
Served in traditional Tiki glasses embellished with floral garnishes and drinking straws Tiki cocktails are all the rage with Instagrammers in Mumbai. Some giddy favourites at Mumbai’s trending drinks hub: Polynesian Pearl Diver (rum, lime, fresh orange juice, honey butter, vanilla syrup, bitters) The Rabbit (Bacardi Black, ginger, cilantro, carrot juice); Zombie (rum, house-made falernum, lime, honey butter, grenadine, bitters).
By the way, traditional ceramic Tiki Mug Cocktail sets are available on Amazon, if you want to want to jazz up your bartending tricks!
Yauatcha
One of India’s leading restaurants the Michelin Star-worthy spot is the place you need to be for its amazing Chinese fine dining experiences of contemporary Cantonese cooking. Its six-course experiential meal, curated with its signature dishes, from soup, salad, dim sum, stir-fry, staple, dessert to their tea-based cocktail, the Golden Ging is an unmissable choice as a family treat. The upscale restaurant, located in the Bandra-Kurla Complex, has consistently been acclaimed for its exceptional offerings. Reputed for its high stakes as a dimsum teahouse, it’s a great place for celebrity-spotting.
By The Mekong
Located in the St Regis Hotel this pan-Asian restaurant offers the most tempting opportunities for a deep dive into traditional Thai , Vietnamese and Chinese culinary traditions, You will love the atmospheric vibes and impeccable service and a unique epicurean odyssey for a taste of Asia as you tuck into its signature offerings like Vietnamese Barbecued Wings with Tamarind Ginger Glaze, Lobster Stew In Black Bean Sauce, Mongolian Lamb Chops, , Mushrooms with Baby Pokchoy in Oyster Sauce. What’s also wonderful is that is it’s also vegetarian-friendly and offers both Vegan and Gluten-Free Options.
Marrakesh – Bandra
A Middle-Eastern romp featuring some classic dishes, Marrakesh, Mumbai’s trendy Lebanese restaurant should definitely be on your culinary odyssey bucket list. Worthy takings include the Muhammara and Tzatziki mezzes, Classic Chicken Shawarma, Crispy Falafel Salad, Basil Zaatar Hummus, Spinach Tabouleh, Shish Tawooq, Paneer Tawooq and Salted Labneh and plenty more. They’ve also introduced some interesting boxes to-go in case you’re in a rush to catch up on your sightseeing and what have you!
Mumbai offers a fantastic range of world-over dining and wining experiences. We are here just putting you in the loop! Go find your own favourite places to be— and to return to with friends and family!