After a restaurateur in Arizona decided to serve lion meat burgers to those who hadn't made it to FIFA, Anushree Chatterjee and Melissa D'costa went around Mumbai scouting for the most interesting burgers meals

CHICKEN TURTLE BURGER

Word has come around that Mumbai's favourite hangout, Sundance Cafe, will no longer bear its previous look as it goes in for an intense makeover over the next two months. Apart from its address overlooking the sprawling Oval Maidan, the caf ufffd is best remembered for its yummy Turtle Burger. But what makes this a special treat? For starters, how about a chunky patty served in a turtle-shaped bun? Called the Ninja Turtle Burger, a juicy chicken patty grilled to perfection, resides within its 'shell', served with crispy French fries. Chomp it down with a chilled beer and your favourite '60s number lingering in the background, this makes for a wonderful Sunday.
at Sundance Cafe, ground floor, Eros Cinema building 42, Maharishi Karve Road.
South Mumbai's favourite burger joint Sundance Cafe might be shutting down for good is what we've heard, although the owners claim it's downing shutters for a two month-long renovation. Either way, the city is about to lose its iconic Churchgate landmark. We wonder if they will still continue to serve their trademark Ninja Turtle Burgers.

Pics/ Bipin Kokate
Call: 22821286

MINI PAV BHAJI
Care for a chatpata taste of Mumbai masala? At what can be pegged as one of the busiest restaurants in SoBo, Status' Mini Pav Bhaji Burger is a runaway hit. Mini pavs are marinated with butter and fried on a griddle such that it oozes from every pore. A dollop of zesty bhaji is stuffed in it (as opposed to regular pav bhaji where the bhaji is served on the side) and served with a toothpick. Down lassi or chaas after these little balls of heaven, to cool your burning palette.

For Rs 90
At Status Restaurant, 208, Regent Chambers, Nariman Point.
Call: 2204 0345

SPINACH COTTAGE CHEESE BURGER
Over the years, burgers have fallen out of favour with calorie-counting, fitness fanatics who
associate it with enormous calories. However, Gostana, a tiny eatery tucked away in the bylanes of Bandra attempts to change this
perception with their Spinach and Cottage Cheese Burger prepared using a whole bundle of Popeye's favourite veggie. It may not sound too tempting, but it definitely melts in your mouth and leaves you satisfied, minus the guilt and extra calories.

For Rs 120 for whole wheat bread and Rs 130 for multi-grain bread
At Gostana, Good Shop 1, Sefa House, New Kanthwadi Road, off Pali Mala Road, Pali Hill, Bandra (W).
Call 64533359

BAKED VADA PAV
As if the desi burger hadn't had enough of a fan following, now it's even available in a baked version to suit the diet conscious. Baked Vada Pav does away with the grease and besan by baking a spiced aloo vada wrapped within a wheat pav. Not surprisingly then, this is the all-vegetarian bakery's fastest selling product.

For Rs 15
At Bakers And More outlets at Santacruz, Bandra, Andheri and Kandivali.

ARGENTINA MUTTON BURGER
This Bandra-based burger joint is of the few places to serve mutton burgers prepared with halal meat. A large juicy mutton patty is sandwiched between tomatoes and mayonnaise, served with generous amounts of Chimichurri Sauce; a variant of green sauce that's originally from Argentina and is prepared using parsley, garlic, vinegar, red pepper flakes and a dash of oil. this one promises to satiate your carnivorous instincts.

For Rs 95 for a regular burger
At Bembos, 4, Manorama Chambers, Opp. Indian Bank, SV Road, Bandra (W).
Call: 26415599

FILET O' FISH BURGER
Don't go by its baddie title. Cafe Mocambo is considered the don in the fish burger mafia for years. Eons ahead of any other fish burger available in Mumbai, Mocambo's promises an unforgettable bite. A tender fillet of fresh fish is crumb fried and placed between toasted buns that's lined with a mustard-mayo dressing and fresh tomatoes, lettuce and cucumber. A portion of plump French fries and coleslaw accompanies the burger, making it the perfect meal

For Rs 135
At Cafe Mocambo, 23 A, near Hutatma Chowk & Mahesh Lunch Home, Sir Pherozeshah Mehta Road, Fort.
Call: 22870458

BACON SPICED BRIE CRANBERRY JAM BURGER
Salt Water Cafe's Bacon Spiced Brie Cranberry Jam burger is a melange of varied flavours and texturesu00a0-- salty, smoked and sweetu00a0-- come together in this creamy and crispy combination.

For Rs 320, plus taxes
At Salt water Cafe, Rose Minar Annexe, 87, Chapel Road, Bandra (W).
Call: 32710520

LION BURGER FACES AN UPROAR

A restaurant in Arizona has faced criticism for serving Lion Burgers as a tribute to the ongoing FIFA World Cup in South Africa. It has received a bomb threat and around 250 emails from animal rights activists after the owners of the restaurant announced they would offer lion as a special to honor the soccer tournament. "We thought that since the World Cup was in Africa, the lion burger might be interesting for some of our more adventurous customers," says owner Cameron Selogie. The restaurant is offering Lion Burgers at $21, served with spicy homemade chips and roast corn on the cob. Selogie said that the lion being offered was raised at a US Department of Agriculture regulated free-range farm in Illinoisu00a0-- a key detail that has soothed the angry nerves of few protesters. "When we explain the facts on how the lion is raised, and most that we are not hurting the endangered animals, our customers seem pretty satisfied," he adds.

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