New Restaurants in Mumbai: From Japanese to Pan-Asian to British Reinventions

Mumbai’s dining and entertainment scene is entering a bold new era, one defined by immersive storytelling, cultural depth and global influences. From Japan’s ancient robata flames and vinyl-only listening rituals to hand-pulled noodles, luxe arcades, and Pan-Asian and British reinventions, the city is buzzing with experiences that go far beyond just food. These new openings aren’t simply restaurants to go dine, they’re curated playgrounds where design, craft, and culture converge and envelope you inwards.

Robata KUURAKU, Gourmet Village, Phoenix Palladium

With a strong presence across Japan, Canada, China, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and India, KUURAKU has built its reputation on authentic Japanese flavours and warm hospitality. After seven successful outlets in India, Robata KUURAKU emerges as the group’s most ambitious eighth venture. Helmed by Japanese professionals, the concept promises an experience that is both genuine and engaging. The menu shines a spotlight on the refined art of Robata-style grilling, where ingredients are gently cooked over lava stones to preserve their natural essence. From seafood and meats to vegetables, the technique infuses a smoky depth and textural balance that resonates beautifully with the Indian palate.

Expect live counter seating, immersive interiors, and Mumbai’s largest sake bar with over 30 premium sakes curated by certified sommeliers.

Baroke, South Mumbai

Mumbai’s first vinyl-only listening bar, Baroke turns music into ritual. With 220+ curated vinyls spanning Hendrix to Brubeck, analogue soundscapes via Klipsch La Scala II speakers, and even a headphone zone, this 84-cover bar is a haven for audiophiles. Drinks come courtesy of award-winning mixologist Jishnu Some- Mango Chilli tequila cocktails and khus-infused Vetiver Gimlets. Add tapas-style plates and a curated vinyl shop, and you’ve got a cultural hot spot.

The Black Shepherd, Bandra

Rooted in memory and served with craft, The Black Shepherd in Bandra is Chef Rahul Kotak’s intimate 26-cover ode to authentic British cuisine: unapologetically un-Indianised, soulful yet refined. With signatures like golden Fish & Chips made from Asian seabass, slow-cooked Shepherd’s Pie, indulgent Jacket Potatoes, and brownies perfected over four years, the menu celebrates honesty and nostalgia in every bite. Bottomless hot chocolate, vintage rock ‘n’ roll soundtracks, red couches, and pub-like warmth, all blending seamlessly into Bandra’s cultural rhythm, making it less of a restaurant and more a love letter to Britain’s timeless pub culture, retold with Mumbai’s spirit.

BANG BANG! Noodle, Mumbai

Founded by Chef Rahul Punjabi, this is Mumbai’s first MaLa-forward concept spotlighting hand-pulled noodles made fresh to order- a rarity in the city. The Biang Biang Mien, wontons in slow-cooked broths, and a bold Chilli Oil Soft Serve define the menu. Interiors channel irreverence and grit, anchored by the brand’s fictional mascot Pai Mei.

Chef Rahul brings with him over a decade of culinary expertise across global and Indian kitchens. His journey began in Sydney, where he honed his skills in neighbourhood cafés before moving into acclaimed fine-dining establishments such as Restaurant Quay and The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay. Returning to India, he went on to lead Masala Library by Jiggs Kalra as Executive Chef, steering the team to national recognition, and later took on a leadership role at Aspect Hospitality, overseeing the culinary operations of more than 50 outlets.

The Game Palacio 10.0, Phoenix Palladium

The launch of the 10th Palacio marks not an endpoint but the beginning of a more ambitious chapter- one that seeks to shape a lasting legacy in India’s luxury entertainment landscape. With sights set on 50 landmark destinations, PJH is moving beyond expansion, actively crafting a cultural phenomenon. India’s largest ultra-luxe gaming arcade with 26,280 sq. ft of immersive play: picture six boutique bowling lanes, 80+ arcade games, multiple VR zones, and India’s first in-mall cigar room… all wrapped in black marble, emerald lights, and Art Deco grandeur. With gourmet dining, signature cocktails, and a 360° bar, it’s playtime elevated to indulgence.

Foo 2.0, Gourmet Village, Phoenix Palladium

The much-loved Pan-Asian destination reinvents itself with Foo 2.0. Designed by Sarah Sham, the new 126-seater blends bold interiors with exclusive menu debuts like Spicy Tropical Salad and Fiery Cottage Cheese Maki. Signature cocktails such as Yuzu T&T and Coco Rise headline a refreshed bar program, while Foo classics like Truffle Togarashi Maki remain intact.

From the robata flames of KUURAKU and Mumbai’s largest sake bar to Baroke’s vinyl crackles and cocktail rituals, the city is buzzing with firsts: Game Palacio turns play into indulgence with its luxe arcade and cigar room, a little London flair while Chef Rahul Punjabi’s BANG BANG! Noodle stretches hand-pulled MaLa magic into bowls of fiery comfort. Foo 2.0 reimagines a beloved Pan-Asian favourite with bold new flavours and design and together, these openings prove that in Mumbai, dining and entertainment are no longer just about what’s on the plate (or playlist): they’re about culture, craft, and experiences you’ll want to come back to again and again.

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