Durga Puja 2025: Discover Mumbai’s best spots for authentic Pujo bhog and traditional Bengali fare

Pic courtesy/Krishti Durga Puja

Tastes of home

This Durga Puja, if you're craving a truly traditional bhog, head to this vibrant pandal offering specialties, including Govindo Bhog rice (sourced straight from Kolkata), Shona Muger Daal paired with Jharna rice and Kathla Kalia (fish curry) with steamed rice.
At Krishti Durga Puja, Lokhandwala Township, Kandivli East.
On September 27 to October 2; 1.30 pm onwards
Cost Rs 200 onwards

Exotic flavours

Indulge in this daily Janata bhog, alongside stall items such as Kosha Maangsho, Moghlai parathas, and Daab Chingri (shrimp).
At Notunpalli Sarbojonin Durgotsab, Khar West.
On September 29 to October 1; 12 pm

Family celebration

Pic courtesy/Aamra prabashi Durgotsav

Spend a day with your family for lunch at this pandal serving Khichuri, Beguni (fried brinjal), and snacks like Mochar Chop (vegetarian cutlets).
At Aamra Prabashi Durgotsav, Hiranandani Estate, Thane.
On September 29 to October 1; 1 pm onwards

Streetside feast

Don't miss the Feast at this Juhu pandal that serves authentic Bengali delights, from Kathi Rolls to Mutton Biryani.
At North Bombay Durga Utsav, SNDT College, Juhu.
On September 27 to October 2; 6 pm onwards
Cost Rs 250 (Chicken Kathi Roll)

Solace in simplicity

Pic courtesy/Spandan Powai Durgotsav

If you're in the central suburbs, get your bhog fix at this pandal in Powai, that serves everything from warm spoonfuls of Khichuri (above) and Rosogollas.
At Spandan Powai Durgotsav, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai.
On September 29 to October 1
Cost Rs 200 onwards

Bhog at your doorstep

If you prefer authentic bhog at home, check out homechef Sulagna Datta who takes exclusively online orders, for fragrant khichuri, alu bhaja and tart date chutneys (above).
On September 28
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Cost Rs 750 per meal

Homely meals

Apart from pandal fare, try this one to savour delicious warm Bengali cuisine, all year around, during Durga Puja.
At Dipika's Bong Cuisine, Malad East.
Call 8369065097
Cost Rs 500 (mutton kosha)

Bhog happiness

Enjoy a plethora of tangy flavours, alongside the traditional Khichuri Bhog, at this spot in Kurla, offering labra (mixed vegetables), date chutney, and of course, the much-loved Paayesh.
AT Udayan Pooja Committee, St Jude's Balwadi Ground, Jarimari, Kurla West.
On September 29 to October 2; 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm