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Py Bar amp BistroFood YummyService PromptAmbiance NewageAs we stepped out of the elevators and into Py Bar amp Bistro we found ourselves facing a wall bearing a set of rules displayed in large font From legal requirements such as drinking age the rules covered dress code and through that the establishment had put patrons on a short leash But a few square feet away inside this bar and bistro the mood changed drastically Psychedelic interiors with playlighting on artsy walls added to Pyrsquos zesty vibeThe first thing we noticed was the bar area with its chameleon decor murals that changed in the blink of an eye The artwork on the wall changed with the use of overhead projectors Thepsychedelic art played out with Techno beats added a youthfulvibe The Prawn Tapenade had the right mix of freshness and flavours Pics Emmanual KarbharThe bar took up almost an entire wall and offered upholstered bar stools while the opposite wall facing the bar offered tables for diners The establishment isnrsquot too large or too small and the tables are comfortably spaced outWe breezed through the exhaustive bar menu scotch beer rum martinis shooters cocktails icedteas and more Therersquos also a separate and impressive wine menu We played it safe with a drink from the Py Cocktail section a Py Colada Rs 295 Before the drink arrive the coasters with figurines of halfhuman and halfanimals printed on them Given the funky decor down to the details we assumed that Py comes from slang But the server informed us that it has no meaning at all Or to quote Gen X Just like that The heady Py Colada will be a rage among cocktail loversIn keeping with the ldquoanythinggoesrdquo attitude our Py Colada was blue as opposed to the traditional white colour of the drink Having gone easy on the coconut cream we could taste the rum and the vodka The drink will suit those who like their cocktails strongWith the food menu we skipped the soups and salads and ordered from the appetizers section rooting for the Prawn Tapenade Rs 325 Served up in a few minutes on white plating the prawns came with a side of salad The prawns were fresh and juicy mildly spiced such that the spices added flavour without being overpowering The salad of wild rocket and cherry tomato acted as a palatecleanser enhancing the flavour of the prawns Next we moved to the pizzas section and decided to go vegetarian ordering an old classic the Margherita Rs 295 The pan pizza was also served promptly piping hot The crust was thin and crispy The pizza had the right amount of cheese so we could savour the tangy tomatoes and the freshness of the basil leavesWe wanted to sample from the home made pasta section but were told that those dishes were unavailable the day we dropped by So mains we went straight for the mains we ordered for the Seared Basa Fillet Rs 365 Once again the service was prompt and the plating simple yet elegant The basa was served with a side of mashed potatoes The fish was fresh and mildly spiced like the other courses allowing us to appreciate the flavours of the fishNext we packed from the Risotto section going with a Creamy Chicken Rs 365 We also took away the Chocolate Hazelnut Torte Rs 265 for dessert There were no food spills but the risotto was average at best with chewy chicken bits and bland flavouring The torte was essentially mousse with a crust of hazelnut and other nuts Overall the takeaway wasnrsquot much to write home about and a sharp contrast from our experience at the bar and bistroAt Second floor 201 Hubtown Skybay Bhulabhai Desai Roadnear Mahalaxmi Temple Call 235200056 for reservations All prices listed above are not inclusive of taxes and service charges Py Bar amp Bistro didnrsquot know we were there The Guide reviews anonymously and pays for meals