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Places Included
- Sahyadri Restaurant And Dhaba
- Elsies Dairy And Bakery
- Chingari
- Mad Smokehouse
- The Grapevine Restaurant
- Royal Garden Restaurant
- Little Italy Restaurant
- The Sizzler Place
- Plunge Bar
- Farmhouse Bistro And Restaurant
- Treacher And Co.
- Snowdrop Restaurant
- The Olive Garden
The rocky Sahyadri hills are home to tons of small, remote hill stations near Mumbai. If you tilt a little towards the south of the City Of Dreams, you’d find this little hilly terrain taking you closer to the sky and the misty clouds. The road leads up to Mahabaleshwar, a go-to hill station for Pune-iites and Mumbaikars. With a pleasant weather all-round the year, Mahabaleshwar offers the peace and solace that we all have been craving for. A five-hour drive from the heart of Mumbai, the route is very smooth and picturesque, alluring you by its beauty all along the way. While the best time to visit is during March, monsoon lovers are in for a rainy ride during the months of July to September.
Surrounded by one of the last remaining evergreen forests, Mahabaleshwar is the precinct of undisturbed nature. Boating at the Venna Lake or climbing the cliff of Arthur’s Seat, there are several temples and tourist sites that give the best views of the city from the top. Not to forget the lush greenery of the strawberry farms that are in abundance which makes it the strawberry capital of the country. When in Mahabaleshwar, you cannot miss out on the iconic strawberry cream combination.
Best Eateries In Mahabaleshwar
While you relish your strawberry cream, we suggest that you grab at bite at these popular eateries too in Mahabaleshwar and enjoy the weather.
1. Sahyadri Restaurant And Dhaba
Getting the best of seafood fresh out of the sea, Sahyadri is a one-stop shop for all seafood enthusiasts. Their grilled fish, basted with organic and fresh ingredients is top-notch. You could also go for their Indian delicacies if you want and enjoy the beautiful outdoor seating.
Where: Mahabaleshwar-Pratapgad road At-Haroshi Post- Wada Tal-Mahabaleshwar, Haroshi, Maharashtra 412806
Timings: 7 am-11:30 pm
Cost For Two: ₹700
Cuisines Offered: Chinese, Seafood, Indian
Source: A dhaba cum restaurant to relish, https://www.instagram.com/p/CK_mbbRD3H0/
Fresh off the oven, you’d be spoilt for choice at this 170-year old bakery in Mahabaleshwar. Be it cakes, tarts, puffs or pastries, they’ve been serving the best since the British era. Their cranberry cupcake would be our personal favourite.
Where: House No.90, opp Hanuman Mandir, Dr Sabne Rd, Main Market, Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra 412806
Timings: 10 am-9 pm
Cost For Two: ₹1,000
Cuisines Offered: Baked Goods, Desserts, Beverages
Source: Tantalising aroma of baked goods will keep you allured, https://www.instagram.com/p/ByrnFOaF-3p/
You cannot skip Chingari when in Mahabaleshwar. This is one of the finest Indian restaurants to dine at in the city. Housed inside the luxurious Le Meridien, they offer tantalizing kebabs and curries on their menu. Be it the Hyderabadi biryani or the mutton curry, you will love it all.
Where: Plot No 211, 212, Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra 412806
Timings: 8 am-10:30 pm
Cost For Two: ₹5,000
Cuisines Offered: Mughlai, North Indian, Hyderabadi, Awadhi
Source: Dine in the lap of nature, https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca80BEMrVfD/
While everyone loves a bonfire in the cold weather, how about a hot sizzler amidst the woods? Evershine Resort’s Mad Smokehouse fulfills this dream by offering a range of sizzlers and barbeque options. The wood-fired pizzas are drool-worthy while the dum phukt is luscious.
Where: C.T.S, No 182, Gautam Rd, Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra 412806
Timings: 11 am-10:30 pm
Cost For Two: ₹1,000
Cuisines Offered: Seafood, Grill, Barbeque, Indian, Asian
Source: The brightly-lit resort offers a panoramic view of the hills, https://www.instagram.com/p/CWNGKH-I5q2/
One of the most crowded places located in the main market of Mahabaleshwar, you would be lucky if you get a table at the peak hours. Although it’s a simply-done eatery, the keema burger and harissa do most of the talking for it. This is one of the best places to savour Parsi and Mediterranean flavours in the city.
Where: Mahabaleshwar Jama Masjid Rd, Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra 412806
Timings: 9:30 am-10 pm
Cost For Two: ₹700
Cuisines Offered: Parsi, Mediterranean, Indian
Source: Parsi cuisine at its best, https://www.instagram.com/p/CM9dsA8HtOY/
A nicely-done place with a plethora of regional offerings on its menu, Royal Garden is a foodie’s paradise. Right from the Kombadi Wade thali to mutton bhakri, there is hardly anything from Maharashtra that you wouldn’t find on their menu.
Where: Near Velocity Entertainment Park, At. Bhose Khind,, Panchgani Mahabaleshwar Road,, Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra 412806
Timings: 8:30 am-11:30 pm
Cost For Two: ₹600
Cuisines Offered: Konkani, Mughlai, Malvani, Punjabi
Source: Beautifully lit, the place is dreamy, https://www.instagram.com/p/CHiH1nYBBhV/
Dreaming of a grand Italian lunch in Mahabaleshwar? Dine at this luxurious fine-dining space in the hill station that offers some of the best views and amenities. Housed inside a hotel, the restaurant has chic interiors with beautiful natural light pouring from the windows. From the Mexican empanada to Cannelloni alla Fiorentina, you can also dig into their lasagna and risotto.
Where: Satara Road, Aaram Lodging and Boarding, Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra 412806
Timings: 12 pm-11 pm
Cost For Two: ₹1,400
Cuisines Offered: Italian, Mexican
Source: Yummy drinks that you can sip in Mahabaleshwar, https://www.instagram.com/p/CR16QM_FpUF/
