10 Most Iconic Mumbai Eateries Of All Time

On a Mumbai high and planning to ditch that diet? We hear ya! How can we truly experience the city with all its rustic charm, history and pure decadence without gorging on the must-haves? *gulping* “Time to go hard or go home” when it comes to these legendary eateries, folks!

1. Cafe Mondegar

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Mondy’s or Mondegar as popularly known, is a favourite among the locals and is one of the oldest places in Colaba. Its walls are decorated with quirky Mario Miranda paintings, it has a jukebox- taking us back in time and serves an extensive and juicy selection of cuisines. *drooling*. The place is a must-try especially for their enticing Chicken Tikka and Paneer Malai.

Where | Cafe Mondegar - 5A, Metro House, Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, Colaba
Meal For Two | Rs 1,300
Timings | 7:30 AM- 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 2222 020 591

2. Kyani & Co.

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Don’t be glum sugar plum and start your day with a hearty breakfast from Kyani & Co. Nosh on their comfort foods like, Akuri, traditional bun maska, cardamom-rich Irani chai and so much more! This quintessential Parsi cafe is one the oldest Irani cafes in town with its rusting charming and savoury offerings. So, swing by for a delish meal!

Where | Kyani & Co. - 657, JSS Road, Jer Mahal Estate, Marine Lines
Meal For Two | Rs 350
Timings | 7 AM - 9 PM
Call Them | +91 9969 517 760

3. Cafe Madras

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Taking you directly to the streets of Chennai through their relish-worthy Udupi delicacies like filter coffee, fluffy idlis and out of this world vadas, this Matunga experience is a complete must-try, folks. *belching* (oops, excuse us!) Rich in history and oozing old-world charm this eatery is a vegetarian’s delight. Hop over for a fab epicurean affair!

Where | Cafe Madras - 38 B, Circle House, King's Circle, Matunga East
Meal For Two | Rs 250
Timings | 7 AM - 2:30 PM & 4 PM - 10:30 PM
Call Them | +91 2224 014 419
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/Cafe-Madras-153098921406466/

4. Trishna Restaurant

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One of Mumbai’s most lauded seafood restaurants, this one is not to be missed, y’all! Serving authentic South Indian coastal cuisine in a quaint and old-school setting, this place has conquered many hearts since it opened up. Enticing ain’t it? Not many restaurants can give “takkar” to their seafood so do try their staggering and infamous fish, prawns, and their Butter Garlic Crab. So we’ll just meet you there then, shall we? *Dreamy eyed*

Where | Trishna Restaurant - 7, Sai Baba Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort
Meal For Two | Rs 2,200
Timings | 12 PM - 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM - 12 AM
Call Them | +91 2222 703 213
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/Trishna-Restaurant-325559524252870/

5. Aram Vada Pav

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Situated opposite the fabled CSMT Station, this little joint not only offers mouth-watering vada pavs, bhajis, samosa and juices to gorge on but also a scenic view while you are stuffing our faces! Now that we’ve got your #weekendPlansSorted, scamper over to this kickass place to get a dose of food therapy! We recommend their vada pav and Kokam sharbat! *yumm*

Where | Aram Vada Pav - Capital Cinema Building, 126, Dr Dadabhai Naoroji Road, Azad Maidan, Fort
Meal For Two | Rs 200
Timings | 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Call Them | +91 2222 073 947

6. Leopold Cafe

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Time to go down the memory lane, you guys! This cafe has a lot to its name, from a well-known reputation for its bohemian vibe to being a survivor of the 26/11 terrorist attack which has left bullet marks on its wall. *goosebumps * The place attracts curious tourists, food lovers and history buffs from all over the world! This joint has a lot to offer, peeps, so do try their amazeball Berry Pulao, fab Chicken Pot Rice and their savoury desserts and cakes!

Where | Leopold Cafe - Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, Colaba Causeway
Meal For Two | Rs 2,000
Timings | 7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 2222 828 185
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/leopoldcafecolaba/

7. Pizza By The Bay

The main charm of this joint is its location right across the dreamy Marine Drive. Craving some On Fleek Italian grubs to gobble up? Try their exemplary Mumbai Masala Pizza and thank us later, folks! *wink wink* They also serve a fabulous and varied breakfast menu that will leave you mesmerized we assure ya! Gastronomic experience with a breath-taking view? Yes, please!

Where | Pizza By The Bay - 143, Soona Mahal, Marine Dr, Churchgate
Meal For Two | Rs 2,000
Timings |7 AM - 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 2222 843 646
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/PizzaByTheBay/

8. Britannia & Co.

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An atypical Iranian resto, Britannia & Co offers lip-smacking spreads with a colonial-era architecture to (literally) take you back in time. It still occupies the decor it started with and their berries are imported all the way from Iran *wowza*. So scamper over to chow down their exquisite Mutton Berry Pulao, Salli Boti and Dhansak. The place is always packed but it's so worth it y’all!

Where | Britannia & Co. - Wakefield House, 11 Sprott Road, 16 Ballard Estate, Fort
Meal For Two | Rs 1,000
Timings | 12 PM - 4 PM
Call Them | +91 2222 615 264

9. Gaylord

Gaylord was one of the earliest eateries in Mumbai to establish its fame and repute for its consistency and top-of-the-line bakery. We have heard some awesome things about their in-house restaurant and its mughlai dishes but their baked goodies are the star attractions. Everyone swears by their artisanal breads, melt in your mouth cakes, delish macaroons and magical croissants.

10. Harbour Bar

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Coming to our latest obsession, Harbour Bar is Mumbai’s first licensed lounge bar and a must visit on our list! A visit here is like stepping in a luxurious time travelling machine to see how the elites enjoyed their drinks! Packed with a history lesson and the scenic view of The Gateway of India, this is the perfect place to savour your drinks over spirited conversations. Don’t miss out on their signature cocktail from the Prohibition Era, fellow foodies!

Where | Harbour Bar - The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Apollo Bunder, Colaba
Meal For Two | Rs 2,500
Timings | 11:30 AM - 1:45 AM
Call Them | +91 2266 653 366
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/TajMahalMumbai/

Get ready to immerse yourself in the exemplary FOOD COMA that every Mumbaikar relishes at these “jhakaas” places!

10 Most Iconic Mumbai Eateries Of All Time That Every Mumbaikar Must Visit Once