Restaurant launches in & around Mumbai everyone is talking about

From immersive tasting menus and monsoon specials to the city’s most anticipated openings, here’s where to book a table in Mumbai this month.

The Bigg Small Cafe, Thane

The Bigg Small Cafe brings its all-day café and bar concept to Thane, offering a vibrant space for everything from coffee catch-ups and casual lunches to evening gatherings and celebrations. It’s the kind of place that’s perfect for catching up with friends, after-work drinks, or weekend hangouts, with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere that transitions from a daytime café to an evening bar. The menu features comfort-driven favourites and globally inspired flavours, including DIY Wok Bowls, Old Delhi Butter Chicken, Truffle Mushroom Baklava, Kerala Pepper Chicken Momos, Dakshini Beet Galouti, and stone-fired pizzas such as the Funghi Tartufo and Spezio Burrata Pizza. The beverage programme includes signature cocktails like Glow of The Irish, Jungle Juice, Hipster Smash, Lavender & Elderflower G&T, and The SoBo Charm, alongside specialty coffees and refreshing mocktails.

Where: The Bigg Small Cafe, Thane
Price: ₹1,600 for 2

Sorena Makes a Grand Entrance in Bandra

Spread across an expansive duplex space, Sorena brings together influences from New York, Sicily, Tokyo, Istanbul and Mumbai through globally inspired cuisine, immersive interiors and a storytelling driven cocktail programme. It is poised to become one of the city’s most glamorous new dining destinations.

Where: Mansionz One, Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai

Adam & Eve Brings Ingredient Led Cocktails to Bandra

From the founder of HOMM comes Adam & Eve, an intimate cocktail bar where inventive drinks take centre stage. Signature cocktails crafted with ingredients like beeswax, ponzu and moringa honey are paired with elegant small plates inside a striking space featuring dramatic red interiors and immersive ceiling projections.

Where: Shop No. 1, Zindagi CHSL, Pali Road, 15th Road, Khar West, Mumbai 400052

When: Tuesday to Sunday

Price: ₹1,100++ for two

Gulmurg

For over six decades, Gulmurg at The Shalimar Hotel, Kemps Corner, has been woven into the fabric of Mumbai’s dining culture. Since opening its doors in 1962, the restaurant has welcomed generations of families, hosted countless celebrations, and built a loyal following through food that remained consistent, hospitality that felt personal, and an experience that always felt familiar. Now, following an eighteen-month restoration, Gulmurg enters its next chapter.
At the heart of this chapter is a family legacy spanning three generations.

What began with a deep commitment to hospitality and quality under the founding generation was carried forward by Mr. D.S Advani, Chairman & Managing Director of The Shalimar Hotel, and today continues through Yash Advani, who will now lead the restaurant into its future. For the family, Gulmurg has never simply been a business. It has been a responsibility one built over decades of relationships, returning guests, and a genuine belief that hospitality is ultimately about making people feel cared for.

While the restaurant has evolved with the times, its foundations remain unchanged. Signature dishes that have become synonymous with Gulmurg continue to hold their place on the menu, from the iconic Chicken Makhanwala and Paneer Makhanwala to long-standing favourites that generations of guests have grown up with. Alongside these classics, the menu has been thoughtfully expanded with new regional influences, seasonal additions and contemporary touches that complement, rather than replace, the restaurant’s identity.

Where: The Shalimar Hotel, August Kranti Rd, Kemps Corner, Malabar Hill, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400026
Price: 2000
When: 12noon – 3:30pm, 7pm – 12midnight

Everhome Café Breathes New Life Into a Heritage Bungalow

Housed inside a beautifully restored 130 year old bungalow in Ranwar Village, Everhome Café blends heritage architecture with contemporary café culture. From Turkish eggs and rustic breads to specialty coffee, matcha and all day comfort food, the café offers a serene escape in the heart of Bandra.

Where: 1st Floor, Shanti Sadan, 51 Waroda Road, Ranwar, Bandra West, Mumbai 400050

When: 8 AM to 11 PM (12 PM opening on Mondays)

Price: ₹1,200++ for two

BNDRA W Celebrates the Spirit of Bandra

Designed as an all day neighbourhood destination, BNDRA W effortlessly transitions from breakfast meetings to leisurely lunches and late night dinners. Expect artisanal baking, globally inspired comfort food, handcrafted cocktails and sophisticated interiors that capture the relaxed elegance of Bandra living.

Where: Om Palace, Dr Ambedkar Road, Pali Hill, Bandra West, Mumbai 400050

When: Daily, Breakfast 9 AM to 6 PM, Lunch and Dinner 12 PM to 11.30 PM

Price: ₹2,000++ for two

Varsoo Reimagines Indian Homestyle Classics

Founded by Pinky Chandan Dixit of Soam, Varsoo offers comforting Indian cuisine through a refined contemporary lens. Signature dishes like Dal Dhokli Ravioli, Samosa Kadhi Chaat and Layered Dal Baati Churma celebrate familiar flavours while introducing thoughtful modern touches.

Where: 2nd Floor, Soni Building, 46 Pandita Ramabai Road, Opposite Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Above Aamchee, Girgaon Chowpatty, Mumbai 400007

When: Daily, 11.30 AM to 10.30 PM

Price: ₹2,500 for two

Gourami Showcases South India’s Lesser Known Culinary Traditions

Gourami goes beyond the familiar dosa and sambar narrative to spotlight regional recipes from Andhra, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. From Chicken Curry Idli and Meat Dosa to Rasam on Tap, the menu offers a fresh perspective on South Indian cuisine with bold regional flavours.

Where: Adi Shankaracharya Marg, Near Panch Kutir Bus Stop, Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Powai, Mumbai 400076

When: Daily, 12 PM to 1.30 AM

Price: ₹2,500++ for two

Café Lento Finds a New Home in Pune

After winning over Goa, Café Lento has arrived in Koregaon Park with a space designed specifically for Pune’s slower café culture. Alongside its signature comfort food, the menu introduces vegetarian focused creations, artisanal bakes and the brand’s first dedicated cocktail programme, making it a destination for everything from leisurely breakfasts to relaxed evenings.

Where: Above The Daily All Day, Lane 7, Koregaon Park, Pune

When: 9 AM to 8 PM

Price: ₹1,200 for two

Mirari reimagines Lonavala’s dining landscape with a design-led culinary bungalow

Bringing a fresh perspective to destination dining, Mirari is a thoughtfully conceived culinary bungalow in Lonavala that reimagines the region’s hospitality through architecture, design and elevated gastronomy. Inspired by the legacy of Sunny Da Dhaba, the space houses two distinct concepts—Leni, an all-day café serving artisanal coffee, comforting bakes and globally inspired fare, and Avaali, a contemporary Indian restaurant where regional flavours meet modern technique alongside a curated cocktail programme. Framed by the Sahyadris, Mirari offers an immersive escape that seamlessly blends nostalgia, refined hospitality and destination-led dining, making it an ideal stop for everything from leisurely brunches to celebratory dinners and weekend getaways.

Where: Old Mumbai–Pune Highway, Next to Maple Lawn, Near Rhythm Lonavala, Tungarli, Lonavala, Maharashtra 410401

When: 12 PM to 11:30 PM

Price: ₹2,500++ for two

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