19 July,2025 08:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble
Surmai Thali. PICS COURTESY/@NAV KAYASTHA pangat
Kheema Modak, Prawn Bhajji, and Kheema Thalipeeth (below) are few of the imaginative indulgences at this traditional restaurant that is going creative this season. Word is that the cocktails will be flowing too.
TIME 12 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 12 am
AT Diva Maharashtracha, Mili Building, Takandas Kataria Marg, Dadar West.
CALL 9820124433
The month of abstinence inching closer might be the right time to try authentic non-vegetarian CKP picks like Kolambichi Khichdi, Bombil Bhujne (right), and Sode Bharli Vangi at this family-run restaurant.
TIME 11.30 am to 4 pm and 7 pm to 12 am
AT Nav Kayastha Pangat, Parleshwar Road, Navpada, Vile Parle East.
CALL 7738258886
Ditch the matcha trend and go for the maasa (fish) or khekda (crab) thali at this meat eater's paradise in Thane. Pick from fiery Crab Masala (below) and Chicken Rassa and pair it with soft rice bhakris.
TIME 11.30 to 4 pm and 7pm to 12 am
AT Sea Fire Salt, Ambica Nagar, Wagle Industrial Estate, Thane West.
CALL 9076259999
If you're a stickler for authentic coastal cuisine from Mumbai, make a day trip to Dombivli to tuck into Tisrya Masala, Bharlela Pomfret, and Squid Masala (below).
TIME 11.30 am to 11.30 pm
AT Nav Gomantak, near RK Bazar, Ananta Building, Dombivli East.
CALL 9152833017
Marinated in a minty green masala and slow cooked over a slow flame, the Hirwa Masala Chicken is Malvani classic. Chicken Sagoti, Sukkhe Chicken and Dahi Kalvan join this limited-edition thali.
TIME 12 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 12 am
AT The Maratha Kitchen, near Udyog Bhavan, Sonawala Industrial Estate, Goregaon East.
CALL 8850965616
Make it an Irani eatery-themed Gatari this year with Mahim-based café's special package that includes crispy Chicken Kheema Samosas, Chicken Cutlets and keema served with fluffy pavs.
TILL 9 am to 11 pm
AT Café Cadell, Swatantryaveer Savarkar Road, Kataria Colony, Mahim West.
CALL 9321161652 (home delivery available)
