Christmas is a time for joy, friends and family and there’s no better way to celebrate that than sitting down together for a sumptuous meal. Forget the calorie counting and the healthy diet because Christmas is a time to treat yourself. So gather up a bunch of your closest buddies and head out to one of these spectacular Mumbai destinations for a feast worthy of the season.
Loci & Toot, Bandra West
This charming watery in the heart of Bandra is known for its modern world cuisine and picturesque ambience. This Christmas they’re serving up a menu of classic delicacies from different cuisines and traditional favourites. Dig into a range of dishes such as Caper Butter Garlic Prawns with Bacon dust and warm focaccia or a honey-baked ham with baked potatoes. Or stop by their retail counter to pick up a rum cake or gingerbread cookies curated specially by Muskaan Malik of Smudges n’ Sears.
Cost: ₹ 2,000 for two people (approx.)
Address: Address: Shop No. 2 Sangrila Vaibhav CHS Ltd Plot 616, 14th Rd, Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052
Jia, Colaba
Ready to mix it up and think out of the box for Christmas dining? Jia has the solution. This stellar oriental kitchen has two exclusive dining events for you to sample this season. The Dim Sum and Sushi fest allows you to sample any items from their special menu and chow down on some seriously good food. Or visit on a weekend to enjoy a banquet lunch where you can sample all the flavours of Asia.
Cost:
1. Dim Sum and Sushi Fest,₹ 850 per person
2. Weekend Banquet Lunch, ₹ 1800 per person
one8 Commune, Juhu
There’s nothing that embodies the spirit of Christmas better than hot chocolate. With the weather turning chilly, wrap your hands around a hot, steaming mug at one8 Commune’s all-new, festive hot chocolate menu. In collaboration with All Things Chocolate, they’re offering up a range of festive-inspired cocoas like spiced chocolate with a special spice mix of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg and cocoa cappuccino which is blended with coffee and raw cane sugar that in turn satisfies two indulgences in one!
Cost: ₹2,500 for two people (approx.)
Address: Ground Floor, Kishore Kumar Bungalow, Gauri Marg, Juhu, Mumbai
All Saints, Khar
With Greek vibes and inspired by Moroccon cafe culture this quiet hideaway offers a mixed bag of continental and middle-eastern fare. Try a homely Shepherd’s Pie or the Pot roast Chicken with Xmas stuffing and whiskey jus for a piquant mix of flavours. Add drama to the night with the flaming Xmas Pudding with stewed strawberries for a taste of a traditional Christmas.
Cost: ₹1,200 for two people (approx.)
Address: Plot 757, S V Road, Khar West, Greater Mumbai, Khar, Mumbai
Cafe Panama, Lower Parel
Take your tastebuds on a journey to Central America at Cafe Panama. Their collection of Christmas delights reflects classics of Latin America and meaty festive specials such as Pulled Lamb Flatbread, Birria Taco, Tinga Chicken, and Braised Pork Belly. Pair this with their carefully curated Latin-focused wine list or skip the buzz and sip on an innovative mocktail instead. Round out the evening with a sweet treat like the Biscoff cheesecake with Dulce De Leche for a happy evening out.
Cost: ₹2,500 for two people (approx.)
Address: NM Joshi Marg, Mathuradas Mills Compund, Lower Parel, Mumbai
British Brewing Company, Marol
With the most awaited holiday season right around the corner, the British Brewing Company is all set with their specially curated Brunch menu to tantalise your taste buds! Be spoilt for choice with a curated selection of appetisers like Burnt Garlic Stuffed Mushroom, Antipasto Wreath and Jingle Bells Chicken Seekh Kabab. For an appetising main course, sample dishes like Skillet Lambs, Shepherd's Pie, Roast Chicken, Pan Seared Basa, and more. Also dive into a wide selection of wines and cocktails, all themed for a festive event.
Cost: ₹1,100 for two people (approx.)
Address: Ground Floor, Times Square Tech Park, Marol, Mumbai
The Sassy Spoon, Powai & Nariman Point
A multi-award-winning, trendy resto-bar, The Sassy Spoon has always come through with showstopping Christmas menus and this year is no different. The delightful Christmas-themed menu includes flavoursome dishes such as Baked Emmenthal soufflé, and Caramelized pork belly, along with saccharine desserts like Chevre cheesecake and Yule log that you should definitely look forward to. Moreover, some must-try Christmas-themed cocktails include Winter Wonderland, The Grinch, and more.
Cost: ₹700 for two people (approx.)
Address:
Delphi Building, Orchard Avenue, Hiranandani Gardens, Panchkutir, Ganesh Nagar, Powai, Mumbai
Ground Floor, Express Towers, Ramnath Goenka Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai
Donna Deli, Bandra
This charming space transitions from day to night with ease. A chill cafe by day and a cocktail hub after dusk it’s a great choice for any meal. This Christmas they’re stepping up their game with an avant-garde high-tea concept in collaboration with Archana Kochhar, a well-renowned fashion designer where molecular gastronomy is the star of the show. Come enjoy the elegance of finger sandwiches or desserts that will melt your heart at this Bandra deli.
Cost: ₹1,700 for two people (approx.)
Address: Shop 1, Manorama Chambers, S.V Road, Near Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Toast and Tonic, BKC
Known for its innovative, indulgent far, Toast and Tonic are ringing in Christmas with style this year. Their special menu serves up dishes like Winter Parcels, Roasty Toasty Sweet Potato, Holly Hummus, Santa’s Spare Ribs, Frosty the Shrimp and much more. The dessert menu is equally jaw-dropping with things like Hot Chocolate Fudge and Winter Carrot Cake to satiate your sweet tooth. And of course, it wouldn’t be Christmas without a boozy finish so sip on some Mulled Wine, Hot Toddy or Santa’s G&T to set the mood.
Cost: ₹2,000 for two people (approx.)
Address: Unit 1, Ground Floor, Jet Airways, Godrej Building, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai
Sorrentina All Day Dining, Santacruz West
Ring in this Christmas Italia-style with Sorrentina's gourmet feast. Signature winter dishes like ‘Cream of Celeriac’, ‘Pockets of Heaven a.k.a Crescentine Fritte', and ‘Salmon Tart-tar’, to kick-start your Christmas feast. And since it's the season of indulgence pair it with their enticing drinks including Mulled Wine, Dolce Tarta, and Sorrentina Haze, to name a few. Round off your meal with an extravagant dessert like a traditional Christmas pudding with Eggnog Gelato, Strawberry Eton Mess and a traditional Cassata Bomba.
Cost: ₹3,000 for two people (approx.)
Address: Plot 106, 2nd Floor, Linking Road, Santacruz West, Mumbai
Brewdog, Bandra & Lower Parel
Christmas is all about celebration, indulgence, feasting, and fun! And what better way to do this than Brewdog’s special Christmas menu. Whether you were naughty or nice all year through, this special menu is perfect for lots of fun Chinese dishes, a roast turkey, and satisfying hot soups. Curated by Chef Gaurav Gidwani and Chef Roshan Seth, the Christmas menu has everything for a soul-satisfying meal with Oriental ingredients and sauces.
Cost: ₹2,000 for two people (approx.)
Address: FP 604, TPS II, CTS F/72, JN Of 15th Road & P.D., Hinduja Marg, Khar, Mumbai
Hungry Buddha
This year ditch the traditional Christmas feast and add some Asian spice to your celebrations with Hungry Buddha. The newly launched cloud kitchen delivers a delectable range of Pan Asian dishes right to your doorsteps. From Dim Sum, Stir Fry, Salads and Dessert, along with a wholesome Hungry Buddha take on traditional bowls, the menu has a wide range of offerings available in non-vegetarian, and vegetarian options.
The tantalising appetisers include varieties like the Pink Peppercorn Chicken made with sliced chicken tossed in a tangy and mild spicy sauce along with baby bok choy garnished with pink peppercorns, Stir Fried Chilli Basil Chicken and Chicken Satay made with House Special Sizzled Chilli Sauce. For the seafood lovers there is Calamari in Thai Chilli Paste made with Home Thai Chilli Sauce infused with aromatic herbs and the crispy Prawn Tempura which is a crowd favourite. The vegetarian offerings include the Asian Style Cottage Cheese in Spicy Orange sauce and Thai Spring Rolls, offering unique taste to the tastebuds. The Dimsums at Hungry Buddha are a must-try. Whether it’s the warm steamed Edamame Truffle Dimsum, or spicy Sriracha Tofu Dimsums for the vegetarians or the Prawn Hargow Dimsum, Peking Chicken Dimsum, among others for non-vegetarians. To conclude the meal on a sweet note, you can either choose the decadent Bubble Chocolate Mousse or the Lemongrass Brown Butter Cookie.
Cost: ₹350 for one order (approx.)
Address: Shop 2, Ground Floor, CTS 1, Govind Patil Road, Khar, Mumbai