Asian cuisine restaurants Mumbai

With its discreet exterior, this restaurant in Pali Naka, the trendy district of Bandra, is a little gem. It has a romantic atmosphere, a sober and wooded decor, with vintage photos on the walls and, above all, a delicious cuisine. Try the Kalonji Macchi (fish in a spicy sauce Mangalore style), the Butter Chicken (the authentic one) or the Tadka Dal (lentil dish)... The portions are generous and the service efficient. To top it all off, the Pali Bhavan also has a bar and sometimes offers concerts.

Hosted by Jiggs Kalra, the "Indian Kitchen Tsar", Masala Library is one of India's finest restaurants. Get ready to discover Indian cuisine in all its wealth, from street food to traditional dishes, every dish is revisited by the chef. Extremely modern, the establishment integrates the molecular gastronomy on the plates, which in addition to giving the most delicate visual, leads to a unique taste full of surprises. An indispensable place for lovers of taste.

An address known by gourmets! This establishment opened since 1956, a few meters from Marine Drive, has been delighting lovers of good Indian cuisine for decades. Forget the Western dishes on the menu, and linger on the many Indian specialties. Try the Goan Fish Cur ry, Roast Lamb with mint sauce or the classic Murg Tikka Masala. The décor and service from another time are very pleasant.

Overlooking Marine Drive, located on the first floor of the Intercontinental Hotel, the Kebab Korner offers subtle cuisine with delicate flavors, but it has to be very spicy. Young chef Amij Bhardawj presents on his map the best specialties in northern India. Cooking methods are traditional, the result is spectacular. The room is beautiful but relatively dark. The view on the bay is splendid, especially in the evening.

The ex-Café India still has the same direction. Very good Parsi food at reasonable prices. Try the Lagan no bhonu, a traditional Parsi dish similar to thali. Great choice of dishes at low prices: the traditional Dhankshak, a complete dish with brown rice, a dal and 2 brochettes: vegetarian, chicken or mutton. But also fish dishes(Saas Di Macchi), vegetarian and non-vegetarian kebabs, different curries, etc. Jimmy Boy Cafe is also a very good place to have a gourmet break: cakes, chocolate mousse, green tea...

A full-of-the-year address, one of the favorite dates of backpackers, where you can suck with really cheap currys and byrianis.

Opened in 1942, this address is one of the oldest in the neighborhood still in operation. Here, seafood is magnified, especially if you are a fan of squid, prawns, crabs, lobster... Try the Mangalore Special Prawns, a spicy shrimp curry or the fresh clam curry with coconut chips, Maruvai Aajadina. The restaurant doesn't look like much, but you feel good and the staff is very attentive.

If you have a little hunger, take your path! Here you have the choice between different thalis: Gujarati, Health (health) or Rajeshani (Maharashtra), Rajasthani or Classic Thali. Attention, these are real thalis where there are no less than 20 dishes (curry of cauliflower, chaat, dal, parotha, desserts…), all at will! Forget the à la carte dishes available at night, the address has established its reputation on the quality of its thalis! If you want to taste authenticity, here is an address to remember!

Bombay Brasserie is a chain of restaurants that also has establishments in Bangalore, Chennai, and Kolkata. On the menu, Indian specialties revisited in a contemporary way but without ever falling into cliché. The presentation of the dishes is meticulous. As far as the cuisine is concerned, it is a success. Moreover the setting is airy, elegant and modern. It is good to linger on the covered terrace, sitting comfortably. In the evening you can also come and drink one of their delicious cocktails with friends. The latest trendy place in Worli.

This restaurant is an institution in Mumbai! On the menu, the traditional cuisine of the Konkan coast and Mangalore. A very large choice of fish and seafood (crabs, lobsters, gambas, squids...) that can be tasted in an air-conditioned room or on an open air terrace. The service is impeccable and the food absolutely delicious; but, delicate palates, beware: it is often very spicy! A bottle of chilled Sula Chenin Blanc will be the perfect accompaniment to the fish specialties. Reservations are recommended.

This is a great place to enjoy tandoori kebabs (Chicken Tikka, Reshmi Kabab, Malai Kabab, Fish Tikka) or traditional North Indian dishes. This restaurant is famous for its excellent biryani. Another specialty of the place is the famous Butter Chicken. Great choice of vegetarian dishes, fish, shrimps, chicken, mutton... Don't hesitate to ask the waiter if you want your dishes not too spicy. The decoration of the restaurant is sober but successful. The food is good, the service efficient and the atmosphere very pleasant

This vegetarian canteen is very popular! One of the best places in Colaba for small budgets, but not that! It is an opportunity to taste the Pav Bhaji (bread and masala of legumes), Bhel Puri and other Masala Dosa. Fresh fruit juice available. 

This modern Asian bistro, as it defines itself, is a modern-chic establishment frequented by Mumbai's golden youth, offering the latest Asian fusion cuisine. The dishes are beautifully crafted and look like they were created specifically for posting on Instagram. This new cuisine has its supporters and detractors, but it's clear that it's divinely good! The whole thing is still a bit pompous and the dishes, as you might expect, are not hearty. A place to be reserved for the curious and the foodies.

Khyber is a particularly popular restaurant and is appreciated by tourists and locals alike. The dishes cooked in the tandoor (traditional Indian oven) are particularly good, especially the Tandoori Chicken or the Tandoori Lamb Chop. Several vegetarian options are also on the menu. Alcohol, cocktails and wine are also served. The decor is authentically Indian, with frescoes by Anjolie Ela Menon, one of the country's most famous painters. Reservations are recommended.