The monsoon season brings with it a sigh of relief from sweaty summers, rainbows, and, of course, seasonal dishes! Now that Mumbai’s weather is cooling down and you have a craving for something that satisfies your soul, why don’t you explore special monsoon menus brought to you by some of the best restaurants and cafes? Don’t let the downpour hold you back. Get your umbrellas and enjoy the monsoon “Ye Jawani Hai Deewani Style” with Naina’s love for Bombay ki baarish and Bunny’s urge to never settle.
Charlee
To make the most of the monsoon season, indulge in earthy flavours and comforting textures with each dish listed in Charlee Restaurant's Monsoon Menu. Some of the featured dishes are Mushroom Gultoi Dal Vadda, a savoury blend of lentils and mushrooms, and Humus and Acchari Bhuta, a creative twist on traditional hummus paired with tangy pickled corn. Why don’t you try these seasonal offerings?
Address: 1st Floor, Vatsala Niwas, CHS, Plot, 65B, Linking Rd, Santacruz West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400054
Price for two: Rs 2000
Lotus Café
Starting on 3rd July 2024, an extravagant buffet spread will be served every Wednesday and Thursday for dinner at Lotus Café. To celebrate the weather, their team of chefs have curated dishes like Club Kachori paired with Cuttack Aloo Dum, Poke Bowl, Tempura, Mexican-style Elote Corn, Viruddhnagar Kuttu Paratha, etc. The menu also features Ram Laddoo, savoury lentil fritters that are a street food classic, perfect for a rainy-day indulgence.
Address: JW Marriott, Juhu Tara Rd, Juhu Tara, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049
Contact: 02266933344
Price for one: Rs 2750
Amazonia
Amazonia offers a delicious escape for both your palate and your mood this monsoon season. This season, you can indulge in monsoon favourites like the sizzling Dolsot-Bibimbap, a hot stone pot brimming with vegetables and meat in a spicy gochujang and sesame oil sauce. For a comforting broth option, you can savour the Spicy Miso Ramen or go for the Spicy Salmon Roll, and the list goes on!
Address: Unit No. 5, G Block BKC, Godrej BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
Conatct: 08828884041
Price for two: Rs 2000
Gaylord
With the recently opened Gaylord’s bakery, you can travel down memory lane with their monsoon-special menu. Starting with apple pies that will remind you of your mother or the viral Japanese cheesecake. If you want to get transported to a Parisian cafe, their buttery croissants and French baguettes will do the job.
Address: Mayfair Building, V N Rd, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020
Contact: 02222821259
Price for two: Rs 3000
Sesame Hyatt Centric
To celebrate this monsoon season in style, Sesame, Hyatt Centric Juhu’s “Brunch#LikeACeleb!” will completely transform your weekend into a red-carpet affair. With warm delicacies like Honey Tofu Sriracha and Crispy Fish in Chilli Bean and being a part of the pizza counters, you can make your rainy days quite happening. But don’t forget to have their mango coconut Gateaux and baked gulab jamun.
Address: Juhu Tara Rd, Shivaji Nagr, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049
Contact: 02268261234
Price for two: Rs 5000
La Mar
This monsoon season, you can pair some of the best flavours with the rhythmic sound of the raindrops at La Mar. Here, you can get melt-in-mouth Asian delicacies that range from anything and everything between the classic sushis and refreshing salads. It’s a paradise for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, so why don’t you pair your warm beverage with their Asian delicacies?
Address: LA MAR, NSCI, Lala Lajpatrai Marg, Lotus Colony, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400018
Contact: 09372998480
Price for two: Rs 4000
Sante Spa Cuisine
To rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul, you can head to Santa Spa and enjoy their specially curated “Monsoon Magic” menu. At Santa Spa, you can enjoy a warm cup of Ganga Ghat Ki Chai, Jamaican Rice 'N Beans with Moong Ragout, and Millet Ramen Bowl for a typical rainy day. You can also try their Malpua-Inspired Saffron & Saunf Clafoutis, which is served with apple cinnamon gelato.
Address: Unit No. 6, Ins Tower, near Trident Road, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
Contact: 08767861111
Price for two: Rs 2000
Blue Bop
Everyone who is a fan of warm cafe delicacies must try Bluebop’s monsoon menu. You can try their signature Americano or a creamy Vanilla Cafe Latte while munching a freshly baked Chimney Cake. Their baked treats, which are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, come dusted in cinnamon sugar or filled with decadent pastry cream, the perfect accompaniment to a rainy day.
Address: 318, Linking Rd, Khar, Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052
Contact: 09372202586
Price for two: Rs 1700