Food in Mumbai

Mumbai is every foodie’s delight. People who love eating out will really enjoy the fantastic food that Mumbai has to offer, particularly if you like to try what food specialties other cultures and communities have.

From simple Maharashtrian food and local chaats to Chinese and Mughlai, and even authentic Italian and French food, you will find it all in the city that never sleeps. So, here are the top 10 food places in Mumbai.

1. Vada Pav at Ladu Samrat

Mumbai’s favourite snack, the pocket-friendly vada pav, comes to the rescue when you want something quick. Even though Ladoo Samrat serves a host of Maharashtrian delicacies, nothing beats their vada pav, a perfect blend of spice and crunch.

Where: Ladu Samrat, Shop No.: 1-2, Habib Terrace, Lalbaug, Dr Ambedkar Road, Parel

Meal for two: Rs 350

2. Ragda Pattice at Ram & Shyam

Here’s the thing, Ram & Shyam is nothing more than a food cart in Santacruz and sets up only by 3 pm, but the crowd that gathers close to their opening hour, consisting of regulars and curious onlookers, make this cart feel much larger than life. It’s tough to pick a favourite, so we suggest you eat the Ragda Pattice and pack some chaat to snack on later.

Where: Ram & Shyam, North Avenue, Santacruz West

Meal for two: Rs 150

3. Flaming Pizza at Pizza By The Bay

Pizza By The Bay was one of the first restaurants in Mumbai to be dedicated entirely to pizzas. A recent addition to their menu is the Flaming Pizza where they pour a flaming shot of vodka or rum over the pizza to turn it into a flambee of sorts. You can eat it once the flame dies out.

Where: Pizza By The Bay, Soona Mahal, VN RD, 143 Marine Drive, Churchgate

Meal for two: Rs 2,000

4.Amul Pav Bhaji at Sardar Pav Bhaji

Notoriously buttery, if you’re a fan of pav bhaji, you have got to try it at Sardar. This famous eatery in Tardeo dishes out countless plates through the day, and while they have Jain and cheese options, it’s the Amul Pav Bhaji that’s famous – and for good reason!

Where: Sardar Pav Bhaji, Tardeo Road Junction, Opposite Bus Depot, Tardeo

Meal for two: Rs 250

5. Misal Pav at Aaswad

The misal at Aaswad was always a favourite, but when it was named the tastiest vegetarian dish in the world at the 2015 Foodie Hub Global Awards in London it became positively famous. Don’t you want to see what all the fuss is about?

Where: Aaswad, 61, Mejwani, Sadanand, Gokhale Road, Opposite Amar Hind Mandal, Dadar West

Meal for two: Rs 300

6. Bharla Bombil at Jai Hind Lunch Home

Jai Hind’s version of the famous Bombay duck or bombil comes stuffed with a spicy prawn filling before it’s fried. While it looks like a croquette and unremarkable on the outside, this dish is bursting with flavour.

Where: Jai Hind Lunch Home, 7/8 B, Madhav Bhavan, Opposite Kamala Mills, Lower Parel

Meal for two: Rs 700

7. Dark Chocolate Macarons at Le 15 Patisserie

Chef owner Pooja Dhingra of Le 15 Patisserie is known for introducing macarons to Mumbai. You can find some unusual flavours here like ‘Paan’ and Lemon Chilli macarons, but there’s nothing to beat the Dark Chocolate macarons at Le 15 Patisserie

Where: Le 15 Patisserie, Ground Floor, Siffin Apartments, Dr. Ambedkar Road, Pali Hill, Bandra West

Meal for two: Rs 500

8. Melted Belgian Chocolate Crepe at Suzette

There are plenty of savoury crepes, sandwiches and salads to choose from at Suzette, but it’s their Melted Belgian Chocolate Crepe that’ll keep you coming back for more.

Where: Suzette, Ground Floor, Atlanta Building, Nariman Point

Meal for two: Rs 1,200

9. Mutton Berry Pulao at Britannia & Co.

As iconic as the restaurant it’s served in, Britannia’s berry pulao borrows inspiration from Iran but was invented in Mumbai. It comes with lovely, slightly spicy chunks of mutton (there are chicken and veg options too) buried under fragrant saffron rice and topped with golden fried onion and sour, jewel-toned Iranian berries called Zereshk berries or barberries.

Where: Britannia & Co., Wakefield House, 11 Sprott Road, 16 Ballard Estate, Fort

Meal for two: Rs 1,000

10. Pani Puri at Elco

Famous for its chaat, this Bandra eatery is buzzing at all hours. There’s nearly always waiting and if you’re impatient, you can choose to wolf down their specialty – Pani Puri – at one of the chairs outside the restaurant. Indoors, you’re handed a plate with the spicy and sweet pani, sprouts to use as stuffing and puris served separately, so you can fill your puri with just the right blend you like.

Where: Elco, 2/A Elco Market, 46 Hill Road, Bandra (West)

Meal for two: Rs 500

If this list doesn't make your mouth water then we don't know what will. The street food in Mumbai is a melting pot of many cultures and even today continues to amaze locals and tourists alike. many. Any trip to Mumbai is incomplete without feasting on these local delicacies. Have we missed out any of your favourite street food joints? Let us know in the comments below! Stay tuned for more such blogs.