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From charming old cafés to decade-old bistros frequented by Bollywood celebrities, Mumbai is home to many vintage restaurants that are worth a visit.
The city of Mumbai is a melting pot of cultures. From Colonial-era buildings to gleaming skyscrapers, the city exudes a mix of old-world style and contemporary elegance. The city is home to a diversity of people who converge here from different parts of India, bringing along their cultural heritage and infusing it into the daily lives of Mumbaikars. This infusion can be easily noticed in the diverse culinary landscape of the city.
From vendors frying crisp golden samosa in Khao Galli to the aroma of filter coffee in Matunga and piping hot momos in the bylanes of Bandra, the metropolis offers a smorgasbord of flavours and aromas. The cosmopolitan city even has a unique way of celebrating festivals and rituals and witnessed the birth of even a new language: Bambaiya Hindi!
Here's a handy starter guide to exploring some of the most iconic places to eat and drink in Mumbai.
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This is one of the rare cafés in Mumbai where time slows down in an otherwise busy city. Situated in Marine Lines, it is one of the oldest cafés in Mumbai. Kyani Café was established by Mr. Khodram Marezaban in 1904. He was one of the Iranian migrants who settled in the city and opened the café to share a slice of his culture with the city dwellers. What started as a bakery that served bread, biscuits and cakes later expanded into an eatery with a menu offering traditional Parsi dishes, such as bun maska and sali boti.
A visit to this vintage-style café takes you back in time. Kyani Café oozes plenty of old-world charm, with rustic wooden chairs and tables that have the menu displayed underneath the glass top. Be sure to try their bun maska and Irani chai, a popular combination at the café. Sit back, relax, and let the hours roll by as you people-watch while enjoying delicious Parsi fare.
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 26 km.
With a classic whitewashed façade and glass windows extending across the length of the structure, this restaurant is hard to miss. Located on Marine Drive, this eatery is the place for delicious pizza and spectacular views. Earlier known as "Jazz By The Bay", the restaurant started business in 1968 as the "Talk of The Town", offering a combination of live music and good food as well as drinks.
Today, it serves as a culinary anchorage for old souls looking to relish familiar tastes. The Continental breakfast is a popular choice among the patrons here. Coupled with fantastic sea views, the meal makes for a superb experience at any time of the day. Park yourself at a table with a fine view of the sea and pair your pizza with the right choice of wine to be transported to Italy at a moment's notice while enjoying La Dolce Vita in Mumbai!
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 26 km.
A hop, skip, and jump away from Pizza by the Bay is another legendary restaurant of Mumbai: Gaylord. Founded by food entrepreneurs Pishori Lal Lamba and Igbal Ghai - who also established Kwality restaurant in Delhi - in 1956, this restaurant has welcomed the likes of legendary Hindi film industry personalities, such as Raj Kapoor, Lata Mangeshkar, and Dilip Kumar, as patrons here.
While the signature dish here is arguably Chicken a’la Kiev, the Butter Chicken and Lobster Thermidor are not to be missed either. It is also known for old-school favourites, such as rogan josh, kaali daal, and biryani. Be sure to try the cakes and chicken puffs at the restaurant's bakery. Overall, this restaurant's vintage aura makes the place a must-visit.
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 27 km.
Pav Bhaji is arguably one of the most-loved dishes in Mumbai. And one place that specialises in making this dish and includes it in the name of the eatery itself is Sardar Pav Bhaji. Located in Tardeo, this restaurant is famous for its buttery pav bhaji and is not just popular among diners from the locality, but also from other parts of Mumbai.
The restaurant has modest interiors — the star attraction here is the pav bhaji that is served with a dollop of Amul butter on top, adding to its rich taste. If you wish to forget your dietary restrictions and indulge in Mumbai's favourite snack, this place will surely satisfy your belly and fill your heart with joy!
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 21 km.
A chilled-out vibe perfectly describes Café Leopold. This 151-year-old café is situated on Colaba Causeway. The café especially shot into the spotlight when it became one of the targets of a terrorist attack on 26 November 2008. The place still has the bullet shots kept intact by the owners as a reminder of its survival during the 26/11 terror attack.
The café receives an influx of foreign tourists, thanks to the café finding a mention in the popular novel Shantaram (2003) by Gregory David Roberts. While here, try their chicken pot rice, chicken tikka, and Mongolian chicken, which are best paired with draught beer.
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 25 km.
For a taste of authentic Mughlai food in Mumbai, Khyber is a top choice. Khyber is a family-run restaurant that has managed to stay relevant for nearly six decades in the ever-evolving gastronomic landscape of Mumbai. The restaurant can be distinguished by its ornate arches, wood-beamed ceilings, and brick walls decorated with paintings of men and women in Mughal attire.
The eatery serves well-cooked Mughlai dishes — you can expect rich gravies, kebabs, and vegetarian curries. The restaurant's legacy boasts a repertoire of popular film personalities, such as Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and even famous international artists, such as Paul McCartney, who have dined here.
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 26 km.
One of the wonderful activities to enjoy in Mumbai is to sit by the beach, watch the sunset, and sip on freshly squeezed juice. If you happen to be in Girgaum Chowpatty, then Bachelorr’s is the place for a variety of fruit juices. The story of how this erstwhile fruit stall turned into the favourite hangout of the likes of Prithviraj Kapoor is fascinating.
Omprakash (the owner) ran away from his home in Ghaziabad and came to Mumbai (then Bombay) when he was a teenager. Being penniless, Omprakash started working at a construction site near Chowpatty and went on to do many odd jobs. With his meagre savings, he opened a fruit stall by the beach. People from all walks of life started coming to the stall to buy fresh fruits and from there emerged his idea of selling fruit juices and shakes. Since he stayed single for a long time, Omprakash was nicknamed brahmachari (bachelor).
Then in 1940, he named his shop after his nickname: Bachelorr Juice House. With more than 45 types of ice cream, Bachelorr's is the place to try some unique flavours. Go for the green chilli ice cream here which is famous for its unique taste. Additionally, their milkshakes are a must-try when mangoes are in season.
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 24 km.
No discussion about iconic restaurants in Mumbai is complete without a mention of Café Madras. Operating successfully for more than 80 years in Matunga, this place instantly evokes nostalgia. As the name suggests, this café serves a diversity of flavours from South India. Their medu vada, dosa and idli are as mouth watering as their counterparts in Chennai.
Wash it all down with a humble glass of filter coffee. Most people prefer to show up for breakfast, making it rather crowded in the morning. But the best part is that irrespective of what you order, it is served at lightning speed. Notwithstanding all its past accolades, it is the quality and consistency of the food that makes people flock here from all over Mumbai.
Distance from Mumbai International Airport: around 16 km.
The vibrant dining scene in Mumbai is occupied by quaint cafés, fine-dining restaurants, independent pubs, and vegan cafés. However, the pride of place is occupied by these landmark eateries that have shaped much of the city's culinary heritage. From rich Mughlai dishes to aromatic baked goodies, there's plenty to dig into at these restaurants. So, where are you headed for brunch this weekend?
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