The usually quiet lane near the Prabhadevi temple was abuzz with crowds of devotees who thronged stalls that were selling knick-knacks and food items for Paush (Hindu calendar month) celebrations at this time of year. Amid the whiff of homemade pickles on sale and giggly kids atop toy-aeroplane rides, we spotted The Habitat, a no-frills new restaurant in an area that isn’t particularly known for its eateries.

Settled in the mezzanine level, we spied on the menu that offered the usual bets including Indian-Chinese favourites — Paneer Chilly, Fried Rice as well as desi A-listers like Paneer Tikka Masala gravy, along with pizzas and burgers as well (which will be available soon we were told).