We've all been there -- a long, tiring journey in a Mumbai local that leaves you ravenously hungry. Sunday Mid DAY brings you the most famous eatries at different stations on the three lifelines of the city, Western, Central and Harbour, so you know where to head the next time hunger strikes

Mawa cakes at Grant Road station



B Merwan and Co right outside Grant Road station (West) has been the most economical and tasty eating option for thousands of businessmen, college students, taxi drivers and almost everyone else who alights at Lamington Road. The menu, the chairs from Czechoslovakia and the marble top tables from Italy haven't changed in 98 years. Everything served at the caf ufffd has more than a good dose of Amul butter and the place never goes wrong with Puddings (Rs 10), perfectly cooked double Anda (Rs 20) and Brun maska (Rs 10). But you just can't afford to miss the small Mawa cakes (Rs 8), cooked to perfection and dripping in butter. People who have been eating the Mawa cake here for years claim that the taste hasn't changed a bit. But make sure you get there before 2 pm to get your hands on some cakes. People buy two or three dozens at a time and the owners refuse to make more once they run out of stock.

At: B Merwan and Co, outside Grant Road station (West)

Panipuri at Andheri Station (w)



In many ways, the railway tracks at Andheri station are like a metaphorical Berlin Wall. While those who sneak past to the West are welcomed by the affluence of the McDonald's and the Subways; those who remain on the East are serviced by the workman's Vada pavs from Jumbo King. However, as always, there are aberrations. Because standing right opposite the massive arch of the McDonald's is Aakash Snacks Corner. As a visit will confirm, its popularity ranks right up there with its rich cousin on the opposite side, and while it offers a variety of snacks -- Ragda patties, Sevpuri, Dahipuri and the like -- what really gets this place going is its Panipuris. The puris are crisp; in fact, every single one will crackle as it passes your mouth. And its red chutney is tangier, sour and sweeter, than any that this reporter has ever tasted. Each Panipuri contains so many tastes, and for six of them you have to just shell out Rs 20. Go for it.