Here's why you should explore Chef's Tables in Mumbai to know what makes them unique

Pic Courtesy/Kofuku

There's a particular kind of frustration that comes with ordering in: You're torn between dishes; you over-order, and somehow, still miss out on what the restaurant is known for.

Enter the chef's table box: A neatly curated, multi-course spread that lets you taste your way through a menu without committing to one or two mains. A delivery-friendly tasting experience, these boxes bring together a restaurant's signatures in small portions, multiple courses, and yes, dessert included.

The Guide's top picks

European comfort

Panna Cotta

Amelia's box leans into polished European fare. Vegetarian options include a Classic Caesar Salad, Truffle Fungi Pâté, and Panna Cotta. On the non-vegetarian side, expect dishes like Spicy Citrus Chicken Salad.
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Cost Rs 900 (vegetarian); Rs 1100 (non-vegetarian)
SERVES One

Japanese favourites

Kofuku's chef's table is built for two and covers a surprising range. The vegetarian version moves from Tofu Salad and Chilli Garlic Gyoza to a super crunchy roll, followed by a Balinese Veg Curry with Japanese Sticky Rice, ending with Matcha Dorayaki. The non-vegetarian swaps in Shredded Chicken Salad, Chicken Gyoza, and a Salmon Roll (below), along with a Chicken Curry.
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Cost Rs 1100 (vegetarian); Rs 1500 (non-vegetarian) SERVES Two

Middle Eastern feast

Pic Courtesy/Bayroute

Struggling to pick between mezze, grills, and rice at Bayroute? This menu solves the problem for you. The vegetarian box brings together Beetroot Rocca Salata, Hummus Bayroute, Pine Nuts and Feta-Stuffed Falafel, Khamir Bread with Zaatar, and a Lotus Cheesecake to end. The non-vegetarian version ups the ante with dishes like Adana Kebab and Kabsa Chicken Rice.
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Cost Rs 1500 (vegetarian); Rs 1800 (non-vegetarian)
SERVES One

Go North Indian

Pic Courtesy/Ishaara

Ishaara's offering feels like a greatest-hits compilation of North Indian favourites. The veggie box includes gunpowder potatoes, Lahori Paneer Tikka, Delhi Papdi Chaat, Awadhi Veg Dum Biryani, and Gajar Halwa Crumble. The non-vegetarian version brings in Dungar Chicken Tikka, Amritsari Fish Tikka (below), Butter Chicken, and a Chicken Dum Biryani, finishing with the same dessert.
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Cost Rs 1825 (vegetarian); Rs 1925 (non-vegetarian)
SERVES One

Goa minus the travel

Rissois. Pic Courtesy/The Coconut Boy

The Coconut Boy's box delivers Goa's coastal flavours. The vegetarian option includes Veg Vindaloo, Beans Sukka, Cheese Rissois, and Bebinca. The non-vegetarian version is a full feast including Chicken Xacuti, Mutton Chilli Fry (top), Prawns Green Masala, Fish Recheado, Pulao, and Bebinca to finish.
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Cost Rs 900 (vegetarian); Rs 1100 (non-vegetarian)
SERVES Two

Why does it work?

>> It's a restaurant's highlight reel, packed and sent home

>> Great for special night-ins, to explore a new cuisine without going all in, or simply prefer more variety at the table without dealing with next-day leftovers

>> Most boxes are portioned for one or two diners, making them ideal for date nights, low-key celebrations, or a well-planned solo night at home