Maharashtrian Cuisine
Being in the capital of Maharashtra, Mumbai is one city that offers local cuisines from all parts of the state. This cuisine ranges from being mildly spiced to very highly spiced. As located in the coastal part, sea food cooked in Konkani style is a must try. Even within the Marathi cuisine there are different kinds of curries and other preparations, offering a good variety. Some of the famous dishes are puran poli, modak and bhakri. A few commonly found snacks are pohay, misal pav, batata vada and kanda bhaji.
Street Food
A trip to Mumbai is incomplete without a street food experience. This fast city has come up with many variants to fulfill the need of a quick meal or a snack. These food items are commonly available and consumed widely. Chaat dishes like sev puri, bhel puri and pani puri are some of the favourite options amongst the people of Mumbai. Other quick bites include pav bhajji, vada pav and sandwich which are available across the city.
Udipi Experience
This chain of restaurants serves authentic South Indian delicacies. They serve a wide variety of fast food, Indian cuisines and Chinese. These restaurants are ideal for quick bites.
Gujarati and Rajasthani Thalis
A complete meal served in a traditional style is called a thali. These meals offer a unique experience as through a meal one can enjoy and experience all flavours of a particular cuisine. While thalis are available in any cuisine, Rajasthani and Gujarati thalis are most popular. Do pick a good restaurant to experience this exceptional concept.
Punjabi & Mughlai Cuisines
Though not a local cuisine, a lot of restaurants in the city offer this style food. Walk into one of such restaurants to try these cuisines and you can experience the authentic taste. Delicious and exotic, these cuisines are an integral part of eating out in Mumbai.
Irani Cafes
These historic Persian style cafes can be spotted mainly in South Mumbai. Mostly located at street corners, these cafes offer the perfect ambience for lazy afternoon of reading and tea. Some of these cafes will also offer you a chance to experience Parsi cuisine. These cafes are still a favourite amongst the people of Mumbai for a simple break of bun and maska (bread and butter) or some quick bites.
Night Life
Mumbai has vibrant and active night life. Bars, pubs, lounges and discotheques are plentiful and easy to find. Night clubs and pubs are the best places to unwind after a long day of sightseeing. These places present exceptional music, food and drinks. Tourists can also experience entertainment like stand up comedy, live music and innovative events on a daily basis. Liberal and open minded Mumbai ensures that all its people and tourists have a great time here.