Where to Eat in Mumbai this Weekend
- Featured Food & Beverage
Staff Writer- 20 minutes read
From a bar redefining chakna to a bakery built on perfect sourdough, Mumbai’s latest openings are anything but predictable. This week, find Kashmiri morels in a tart, sip a cocktail kissed with coconut, or customise your cappuccino with a QR code. Whether it’s bold new menus or unexpected flavours, these spots make a case for stepping out. Here’s where to eat and drink right now.
Brunch & Cake [New Restaurant/Cafe]
Brunch & Cake, the Barcelona-born café, has landed in Mumbai with its signature menu and global following. The space is dressed in pastel hues, rustic wood, and terrazzo, with statement lighting from Valencia’s Peralta Vidavi Illuminacion. Menu standouts include Next Level Avo Toast, Eggs Carbonara, and B&C Scramble, alongside cheesecake and honey cake. With 15 locations worldwide, it’s set to make its mark in Mumbai.
Magnolia Bakery [New Outlet]
Magnolia Bakery has expanded in Mumbai with a new Worli location at Raheja Altimus, opened on August 28, 2024. Known for its cupcakes, cheesecakes, and signature banana pudding, the New York-born bakery first opened in 1996. Guests can watch skilled icers at work in the open kitchen while enjoying freshly baked treats. With eight outlets in India, Magnolia Bakery continues to grow, bringing its classic desserts to more patrons.
Abokado [New Restaurant/Cafe]
Avocado gets a Japanese twist at Abokado, a snug 12-seater in Bandra led by Chef Mitesh Rangras. The menu turns the fruit into Avocado Hummus with chilli crunch, Burrata & Grilled Asparagus Salad, and smoky 5 Mushroom Aguachile. Desserts like Bruleed Liquid Cheesecake and Mango Yuzu Mousse Cake round things off. With clean lines, handcrafted wooden furniture, and soft lighting, Abokado keeps the focus on flavour.
Nksha [New Menu]
Nksha’s new menu reimagines North Indian flavours with a nod to retro Bombay. Coriander Paneer Tikka, Aloo Katliyan, and Edamame Waterchestnut Kebab lead the vegetarian lineup, while Ambala Chicken Curry and Lobster Tikka Masala stand out for meat lovers. Art deco interiors set the stage for cocktails like Sunset at Marine Drive and Citrus Tequila Fizz. End on a sweet note with Dark Chocolate Fondant or Salted Caramel Barfi.
Dome [New Menu]
Dome at InterContinental Marine Drive brings Chinese street food to its rooftop with the limited-time Fan Chao menu. Dishes range from crisp Chaw-Choy Beans & Water Chestnut to fiery Shanghai Cottage Cheese and Hunan Style Potatoes. Meat lovers can dig into Keon Chicken with Guntur chilli or Honey Chilli Lamb. Sip on Summer in China or Chinese Spice while taking in the skyline.
By the Mekong [New Menu]
By the Mekong at The St. Regis Mumbai introduces Thai Tales, a limited-run menu spotlighting Thailand’s punchy flavours. Start with the Hormuk Pak, where minced vegetables and Thai herbs are steamed in coconut, or the tamarind-glazed Manthod Samros. The Crispy Lamb Krapao and Drunken Noodles bring the heat, while the Golden Thai Corn Patties Bao offers a sweet-savoury bite.
Gallops [New Menu and Interiors]
Gallops, a South Mumbai landmark, has refreshed its space with herringbone walnut flooring, candlelit chandeliers, and a wall of equestrian memorabilia. The bar, clad in Brazilian Avocado marble, sets the stage for new cocktails like The Real Espresso Martini. The menu mixes classics with fresh takes—Malabari Masala Meat, Chilli Garlic Prawns, and Pineapple Gojju. Desserts like Baileys Salted Caramel Cloud and Mango Raspberry Symphony round out the meal.
Bombay Daak [New Restaurant/Bar]
Bombay Daak reimagines India’s drinking culture with a six-cocktail Tasting Menu inspired by the elements of tadka—Ghee, Mustard, Cumin, Curry Leaf, and Kashmiri Chili. Each drink is served with an Angel’s Share, a nod to traditional spirit tasting. The menu brings in inventive snacks like Duck Puff and Cheese Cherry Pineapple, mixing in chakna from across the country. Deep wooden interiors, hand-painted tiles, and restored whiskey bar lamps set the scene in this thirty-seater space by Chef Niyati Rao and Sagar Neve.
Blabber All Day [New Outlet]
Blabber All Day lands in Thane with pastel interiors, chandeliers, and a menu that mixes Pan Asian, Indian, and European flavours. Highlights include Katsu Prawns Bao, Kasundi Honey Fish Tikka, and wood-fired pizzas, alongside cocktails like the kaffir-lime-infused Thane Tango. A QR-coded ‘Drink-Me Coffee’ lets guests personalise their cappuccinos for a playful finish.
Slink & Bardot [New Menu]
Slink & Bardot’s Peaks and Palms menu traces India from Kashmir to Kerala in six courses, pairing regional flavours with cocktails. Highlights include Morel Tart with rhododendron-infused gin, Dal Bati with a vermouth blend, and Lamb Chop Kolhapuri with coconut-rum. The meal ends on Idukki Gold—banana cake with fermented banana honey.
Sante Spa Cuisine [New Outlet]
Sante Spa Cuisine brings its plant-based philosophy to the Royal Opera House, marking its seventh outlet in India. Chef Shailendra Kekade’s menu spotlights organic, locally sourced ingredients with dishes like Creole Quinoa, Balinese Tempeh “Satay,” and Zucchini Zoodles in Hemp Pesto. Fresh juices, smoothies, and guilt-free desserts round out the offerings.
Tresind [New Menu]
Tresind Mumbai introduces a swift yet refined 6-course Business Set Lunch, balancing Indian flavours with modern techniques. Highlights include King Mushroom, New Zealand Lamb Chops, and the visually striking Aamras Puri amuse-bouche. Dishes like moilee ice cream curd rice and Filter Coffee Cornetto add inventive twists to a streamlined fine-dining experience.
Baked in Bombay [New Restaurant/Cafe]
Baked in Bombay by Bread Boulevard brings fresh sourdough and global café fare to the city. Sibling duo Ritu and Nilesh offer a menu spanning Avocado Toast, Falafel Wraps, and Za’atar Manakeesh, alongside sweet indulgences like Chocolate Dream French Toast. With fresh brews and homemade treats, it’s a spot for a slow, satisfying bite.
