Last Updated:
Mumbai’s culinary map is being redrawn with a fresh wave of restaurants offering inventive menus, stylish spaces, and global influences.
Mumbai’s restaurants are turning up the flavour this season
Mumbai’s dining scene is having a delicious moment with inventive menus, new restaurant launches, and revamped classics drawing gourmands across the city. Whether you’re craving coastal comfort, luxe Italian, or globally inspired fare, there’s something new and noteworthy on every corner.
Otoki, Colaba
“The Art of Lunch” – A Japanese Midday Ritual
Otoki introduces an elegant lunch menu in the heart of Colaba, reimagining the midday meal as a serene Japanese ritual. “The Art of Lunch” is a sensorial pause, rooted in the philosophy of washoku—the harmony of food.
Curated by Chef Mohit Singh (ex-Kikunoi Honten, Indee Bangkok, Boury Belgium), the menu includes seasonal Wan Mono soups, Kozara small plates like Agedashi Tofu and Katsu Sando, Nigiri, Maki, Ramen, Donburi bowls, and Bento boxes.
Dishes are plated using moritsuke, the Japanese art of food arrangement, enhancing both flavour and aesthetics. Otoki’s interiors—minimalist and tactile—reflect the same thoughtful philosophy, ideal for solo escapes or business lunches.
Location: Pheroze Building, Apollo Bandar, Colaba | Reservations: +91 98331 65555
Burma Burma, Gourmet Village, Palladium
Burma Burma returns to Mumbai with a bold new outpost at Gourmet Village, Palladium Mall. Gourmet Village at its West Zone, an all-new, thoughtfully curated culinary zone that redefines elevated dining in the heart of South Mumbai. Spreading across two expansive levels on the 3rd and 4th floors of the West Zone, Gourmet Village brings together a collection of 20+ distinctive restaurants cuisines & entertainment.
The 2,888 sq. ft. restaurant space is inspired by Burmese cave temples, offering immersive design and flavour. The restaurant features a new Small Plates menu and Zero-Proof Cocktails, alongside classics like fermented tea leaf salad and Mohinga. Don’t miss ‘The Sweet Life’ dessert menu and the in-house bubble tea and kombucha bar.
This is Burma Burma’s 15th outlet and third in Mumbai, marking a new chapter in the brand’s Pan-India expansion.
Location: 4th Floor, Palladium Mall, Lower Parel
Contact: +91 88288 48988
Dine-in Hours: 12–3:30 pm, 6:30–10:30 pm (Weekends extended)
Average meal for two: ₹1800 ++
Miss Margot, Bandra
Bombay’s Lounge Culture, Reimagined
Miss Margot revives Bombay’s golden lounge era with elegance and intimacy. Spearheaded by Kishore D.F. and bar expert Dimitri “Dimi” Lezinska, the space blends nostalgia with new-world sophistication.
The cocktail program evolves with the evening, from classic martinis to bold creations like Only Fans, a playful nod to the late Douglas Ankrah’s Porn Star Martini.
Chef Parth Purandare presents modern European small plates with Japanese influences: Hay Smoked Salmon, Goat Cheese Beet Salad, Tom Yum Gambas with Mantou buns.
Designed by Shabnam Gupta, the space spans 4,000 sq. ft., seating 128 guests in layered, intimate luxury.
Location: 1st Floor, VN Sphere Mall, Bandra West
Time: 6:00 pm to 1:00 am
Bira 91 Taproom Launches Bold New Global Food & Cocktail Menu
Bira 91 Taproom, India’s largest taproom chain and a pioneer in craft beer culture, is turning up the heat with an all-new food and cocktail menu. Designed for modern Indian tastes, the refreshed offerings fuse global cuisines, seasonal ingredients, and imaginative mixology – making every visit a flavourful adventure.
The revamped food menu is a culinary world tour. From the streets of Jakarta to the tapas bars of Spain, guests can now savour dishes like Mie Goreng, Indonesian Fried Rice, Grilled Fish Romesco, Prawn a la Plancha, and a medley of Turkish Shish Taouks. There’s Himalayan flair in Chicken Sandheko and thoughtful plant-based creations like the Pulled Jackfruit Quesadilla and Jackfruit Curry. Classics like Chicken Piccata ensure something for every palate.
On the cocktail front, the bar is raising the bar. The new menu features standout creations like the citrusy Palomagram, tropical Mango Tai, herbaceous Botanical Mist, and spicy Taproom Picante – each drink bold, balanced, and built to impress.
And if that’s not enough, the LIIT Fest continues to steal the spotlight. The lineup includes five inventive twists on the classic Long Island Iced Tea — from the timeless Classic LIIT to the floral Botanical Buzz LIIT, and the Electric Brew LIIT, infused with in-house lager beer reduction syrup. It’s summer in a glass.
Harajuku Tokyo Cafe & Bakehouse, BKC
From Pop Culture to Full-Fledged Japanese Dining
Harajuku Tokyo Cafe evolves from Delhi cult café to immersive Japanese dining at Jio World Drive, BKC.
Curated by Chefs Asami Indo, Higuchi Nariaki, and Raaghav Jandroia, the space features a 72-seater café and a 12-seater Bakehouse. Daytime brings Kaiten Zushi (conveyor belt sushi); evenings turn into a lively izakaya.
Signature dishes include Salmon Carpaccio, Rainbow Roll, Spicy Avocado Cream Cheese Maki, and UFO Chicken Platters.
The Bakehouse serves jiggly pancakes, boba teas, Japanese sandos, and a new pet-friendly menu.
Location: Second Floor, Jio World Drive, BKC
KMC Pirojshanagar, Vikhroli
A Manifesto of Taste, Terrain, and Thought
KMC Pirojshanagar, in collaboration with Godrej, is a landmark space blending ecology and elevated bistro dining. Nestled in the Miyawaki forest at The Trees, this cultural space includes an Art Terrace, live kitchen, and amphitheatre.
New menu highlights include artisanal pizzas and three distinct bar categories: timeless Classics, Our Signatures (featuring Truffle Negroni, Arugula Smash), and Mehfil-E-Sips—a house-made liqueur series.
More than just a restaurant, KMC is a sensorial and spatial journey where food meets performance and discovery.
Location: Godrej One, The Trees, Vikhroli
Time: 11 am–4 pm, 6 pm–12:30 am
Contact: +91 77158 49726
Average meal for two: ₹2500 ++
Swati Chaturvedi, a seasoned media and journalism aficionado with over 10 years of expertise, is not just a storyteller; she’s a weaver of wit and wisdom in the digital landscape. As a key figure in News18 Engl…Read More
Swati Chaturvedi, a seasoned media and journalism aficionado with over 10 years of expertise, is not just a storyteller; she’s a weaver of wit and wisdom in the digital landscape. As a key figure in News18 Engl… Read More
view comments
