One of the few places in Mumbai where you can walk and walk but never run out of places to eat is Colaba. It is a melting point of cultures, and hence, the restaurants serve everything, from regional Indian food to global delicacies.
Colaba has a history, vibrant culture, and culinary heritage that attracts locals and tourists. It is a locality where you can find budget-friendly, mid-range, and fine dining spots. This short trail has seven options for you to try out.
The Table
For a fancy dining option on a special occasion like birthdays or anniversaries, head to The Table in Colaba for some amazing European-style plates. Known for their farm-to-table approach towards their menu, the expansive number of options is sure to make one feel spoilt for choice. Start off your meal with their delicious French Onion soup or Seafood Bisque and follow it up with their red wine risotto.
Phone Number: 7045111880
USP Dishes: Truffle Fries, Crab Cakes
Location: Ground Floor, Kalapesi Trust Building, Appolo Bunder Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai
Timings: Daily, 12pm – 4pm, 7pm – 1:30am
How To Reach: via Churchgate Station
Cost for two: Rs. 5,000 (Mid-range)
Available Cuisines: European, Continental
Type: Veg and Non-Veg
Meals Served: Lunch, Dinner
Americano
For classic American fare done with a contemporary flare, head straight to Americano. Expect Italian-American classics like the chicken parm and meatballs al forno on the menu, or opt for something more classic like the roast chicken and potatoes. Make sure to order their warm almond olive oil cake to put a sweet ending to your meal.
Phone Number: 9321104682
USP Dishes: Spare Ribs, Meatballs Al Forno
Location: 123, Radha Bhavan, Nagindas Master Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai
Timings: Wed-Sun, 12pm – 4pm, 6:45pm – 10:30pm
How To Reach: via Churchgate Station
Cost for two: Rs. 3,000 (Mid-range)
Available Cuisines: American, Continental
Type: Veg and Non-Veg
Meals Served: Lunch, Dinner
Nara Thai
If an explosion of flavours is what you crave for your next meal, then this Thai restaurant is the one you should pick. Known to serve up some delectable Thai food – som tam salad, pad Thai, shrimp cakes and the works, Nara also offers a range of cocktails inspired by Thai ingredients and flavours. Sip on their Thai Spritz as you wait for your food to get to the table, while you soak up the ambience.
Phone Number: 9820452036
USP Dishes: Crispy Shrimp Cakes, Pad Thai
Location: B-1, Amarchand Mansion, 16 Madame Cama Road, Colaba, Mumbai
Timings: Daily, 12pm – 4pm, 7pm – 1:30am
How To Reach: via Churchgate Station
Cost for two: Rs. 2,500 (Mid-range)
Available Cuisines: Thai, Asian
Type: Veg and Non-veg
Meals Served: Lunch, Dinner
Trishna
This legendary institution known for its seafood dishes is what you need on days when you can’t really figure out what you feel like eating. While their signature butter garlic crab must be ordered for the table, explore their wide varieties of gassis and sukkas to enjoy with neer dosa, appams or rice. Trishna also makes a delicious chicken dish cooked in green masala, which is perfect to enjoy with tandoori rotis.
Phone Number: 022-22703215
USP Dishes: Crab Chettinad, Hyderabadi Pomfret
Location: 7, Sai Baba Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai
Timings: Daily, 12pm – 3:30pm, 7pm – 11:30pm
How To Reach: via Churchgate Station
Cost for two: Rs. 2,500 (Mid-range)
Available Cuisines: North Indian, Mughlai, Mangalorean
Type: Veg and Non-Veg
Meals Served: Lunch, Dinner
Native Bombay
Taking inspiration from the traditional cooking techniques and seasonality of produce, Native Bombay has some of the most interesting and innovative takes on Indian cuisine. Opt to order their vegetarian and non-vegetarian preset meals from the menu, or go a la carte with their ghee roast jackfruit, Kashmiri mutton parche and the in-house dal makhana – all to be eaten with freshly made chur chur naans or kulcha.
Phone Number: 9619066000
USP Dishes: Butter Chicken, Dal Makhani
Location: 10/12, Cochin Street, Ballard Estate, Fort, Mumbai
Timings: Daily, 12pm – 2:45pm, 7pm – 11:30pm
How To Reach: via Churchgate Station
Cost for two: Rs. 3,000 (Mid-range)
Available Cuisines: North Indian, Parsi, Goan, South Indian
Type: Veg and Non-Veg
Meals Served: Lunch, Dinner
Mezcalita Cantina y Tequila Bar
Transport yourself straight to a Mexican fiesta at this underrated restaurant, a stone’s throw away from the sea face at Churchgate. Along with an impressive mezcal menu for some high spirited libations, order just about everything on the menu to sample some delicious Mexican fare. Enjoy the house-made guacamole with chips, the tender ceviche and tacos galore! If you’re still hungry, order a burrito to split with a friend.
Phone Number: 9930495555
USP Dishes: Signature Guacamole, Ceviche, Birria Taco
Location: 82, Nagin Mahal, Veer Nariman Road, Churchgate, Mumbai
Timings: Daily, 12pm – 1:30am
How To Reach: via Churchgate Station
Cost for two: Rs.1,500 (Mid-range)
Available Cuisines: Mexican
Type: Veg and Non-Veg
Meals Served: Lunch, Dinner
Burma Burma
This vegetarian-only restaurant has risen to legendary status courtesy of the exceptional vegetarian Burmese delicacies that it specialises in. From bubble teas to fresh salad, Burma Burma has a range of dishes from mildly spiced to super spicy – for all heat lovers. Share a portion of Khao Suey with your dining companions or order a bunch of their small plates to share and sample a little bit of everything.
Phone Number: 9920240034
USP Dishes: Samosa Soup, Avocado Ice Cream
Location: Kothari House, Allana Centre Lane, MG Road, Near Mumbai University, Fort, Mumbai
Timings: Daily, 12pm – 3:30pm, 6:30pm - 10:30 pm
How To Reach: via Churchgate Station
Cost for two: Rs.1,800 (Mid-Range)
Available Cuisines: Burmese, Asian
Type: Veg
Meals Served: Lunch, Dinner