Weekends in the city of Mumbai always come with one universal question: where are we eating? If you plan to wait for someone in the group chat to suggest a place, consider this guide as a sign. From leisurely brunches to “just a few cocktails” nights, we have got your back. From date night spots, a catch-up with friends, or simply eating something that isn’t delivered in a cardboard box, these 12 restaurants deserve a spot on your weekend itinerary.
1. A Fun Night Out
While some restaurants are made for quick meals, Laguna by TGS is built for lingering. Tucked in the lanes of Santa Cruz, the restaurant is famous for its cocktails and appetisers, which mysteriously keep appearing on the table. With its relaxed aesthetic and fun party nights, the place works well for a crazy night with your friends that ends with you eating a lot of their smash burgers.
2. A Walk To Paris
Did you know there is a little Parisian magic right in the lanes of South Mumbai? And it looks exactly like Julien Patisserie. Created as a design-led dessert house, the menu is packed with creations like the Macadamia Muse and Mandarin Glow, and the impossibly soft tea cakes that make a strong case for skipping dinner and going straight to dessert. If your sweet tooth has an expensive taste, then make your way here!
3. A Pan-Asian Night
Eight situated in Lower Parel excels at making you order the entire menu. The Pan-Asian favourite place brings precision from multiple cuisines like Japanese, Chinese, with some Southeast Asian flavours that’s sleek enough for your date nights. Start with their delicate dim sums and move on to their crisp tempura before dipping into the yummy sushi rolls packed with flavour. With warm lighting, this is a place you’ll keep finding reasons for a return.
4. A Taste Of Thailand
At Nara Thai, the menu celebrates Thailand’s signature flavours and refreshing pomelo salads, fragrant curries, and bowls of pad thai and khao soi. Seafood lovers can dive into the soulful grilled prawns and fish with some rich Massaman curry, making us drool while writing this. Save some room for their beloved mango sticky rice, a classic Thai dessert that is the perfect sweet ending to a wholesome meal.
5. Love Letter To Comfort Food
Nodo skips the fuss and takes you right on to the best Japanese food. The menu varies with ramen, donburi bowls, and some small plates. Go for stars like the Corn Ribs coated in miso butter and Vegan Mushroom Shio Ramen with rich flavours. End with a yummy puffin and you’ve got yourself a big meal on a quiet weekend.
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6. A Romanian Night
Set against the backdrop of Roman-inspired architecture and dramatic interiors, Belmarose, situated inside Hotel Sahara Star, is a culinary journey that moves from sushi to dim sum to European mains and expertly crafted cocktails. Every detail is made to heighten your experience, making it perfect for weekends when the meal and the company matter the most.
7. The Ultimate Weekend Brunch
Tune into Epitome’s Sunday brunch this weekend for its globally inspired menu, where you will explore interactive experiences like the beautiful glazing table with live percussionist performances that add to the vibrant atmosphere. It’s the kind of brunch where entertainment is just as important as the meal. So, what are you thinking about?
8. A Whiskey Night
Merlin’s 99 has stretched World Whiskey Day into a month-long celebration with classic whiskey cocktails and some beautiful live music nights. Sip on the famous smoked Old Fashioneds, smooth Whiskey Sours, Penicillins, and crisp Japanese Highballs while digging into the Bloody Mary Prawns and Chicken Rock Fingers. The warm lounge setting will make your one drink turn into an entire evening.
9. For A Flavourful Weekend
Malgudi goes beyond the usual dosas and idlis and brings the regional South Indian flavours to the forefront. From buttery Benne Dosas and Mango Pulissery with Appam to jaggery-sweetened iced kaapi, the menu is packed with your comfort dishes in a new style, and honestly, we are sold. This would be the perfect spot for a leisurely meal steeped in flavour and nostalgia.
10. A Celebrated Evening
Perched above the city, Tattva turns your simple dinner into a culinary experience with a menu travelling across global flavours. From Truffle Edamame Hummus and Basil Chicken Tikka to Pandan Sebass and indulgent desserts that will make you want more, it’s a full experience. Pair all this with inventive cocktails and moodlit corners, and you’ve got the kind of place where you’d want to linger.
11. Happy Hours
Inspired by the stock market, at Bar Stock Exchange Juhu, the prices fluctuate throughout the day, adding a playful twist to your orders. But there’s plenty to keep you occupied beyond the cocktails with pleasing bar bites, live energy, and a buzzing atmosphere that makes it ideal for weekend catch-ups. Whether you’re celebrating a win or a good time, this will be worth your while.
12. A Culinary Experience
Mumbai’s Luv Restaurant feels like being invited into a chef’s creative world. Expect standout plates like the Kokum Prawns, Lamb Taco Chimichurri, and handmade pasta, and the visually stunning Starry Night desserts. The ambience is warm, personal, and packed with storytelling for a beautiful experience.
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