With diversity in culture and food in India, Mumbai is one such place that represent its culture through its seafood dishes and there are restaurants in Mumbai that serve best seafood that one can die for. People come from far-off places to these restaurants for seafood and they are excited to explore the real taste of Maharashtra. One must check out these restaurants at least once for seafood as they serve the dishes with authenticity in flavour and pleasure in taste.
Gajalee
Address: Kadamgiri Complex, Hanuman Road, Vile Parle East, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 3015 1436
Timings: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Cost For Two: Rs. 1000 approx.
Gajalee has five outlets all over Mumbai but a visit to its mother-ship in Vile Parle is recommended for a satisfying experience. Not only is it among the top 100 restaurants in Mumbai for and it has also been voted as one of the best coastal restaurants in Mumbai. When here, don’t miss the Tandoori Crab and Fried Bombil.
Mahesh Lunch Home
Address: Next to J.W Marriott Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 6695 5554/9
Timings: 12 Noon – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM -12:30 AM
Cost For Two: Rs. 1700 approx.
With five outlets in the city, Mahesh Lunch Home is one of the most desired restaurants for seafood in Mumbai, especially when it comes to authentic Manglorean Sea Food. They had a very humble start with just a few dishes on their menu and now, years later, they have a range of sea food that is beyond mind boggling. Their signature dishes are Butter Pepper Garlic Crab, Lobster, Prawns and Tawa-Fry Fish.
Highway Gomantak
Address: 44/2179, Gandhi Nagar, Service Road, Bandra East, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 2640 9692 022 2645 3120
Timings: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Cost For Two: Rs. 500 approx.
Located in Bandra East, this restaurant was started by Ramesh Potnis, whose wife still supervises the kitchen. Highway Gomantak started off as a backyard operation and today, it is a full fledged restaurant. Dishes are prepared using age old family recipes. Known for its Goan food, this restaurant is very easy on the pocket.
Trishna
Address: 7, Sai Baba Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 2261 4991
Timings: 12 Noon – 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM -12 Midnight
Cost For Two: Rs. 3500 approx.
Nestled in one of the by-lanes in the business district, this restaurant has grabbed attention of not just locals but international travellers too. While the cuisine is primarily Manglorean, a few dishes have Hyderabadi influence. Must haves at Trishna are Ravas Hyderabadi, Prawns Koliwada and Crab Gassi, a fiery Red Curry.
Konkan Café
Address: Vivanta by Taj President, 90 Cuffe Parade, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 6665 0808
Timings: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM – 12 Midnight,
Happy Hours: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Monday-Thursday)
Cost For Two: Rs. 3500 approx.
Located inside a five star, Vivanta by Taj hotels, the food at this restaurant is as inviting as its interiors. The cooking at Konkan Café is done in earthenware vessels and is all about seasonal freshness and flavour. Popular dishes on the menu are Meen Polichattu and Pomfret Recheado.
Fresh Catch
Address: Lt Kotnis Marg, Near Fire Brigade, Off L J Road, Mahim West, Mahim, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 2444 8942
Timings: 12 Noon – 3:30 PM, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Cost For Two: Rs. 1200 approx
If you’re looking for a restaurant that is value for money, then this is the place you need to be at for best seafood experience in Mumbai. Aptly named, the catch here at this small restaurant is always fresh and that’s what makes it so popular. You can sure grab awesome sea food here that will make you come here craving for more.
Soul Fry
Address: Pali Mala Road, Opposite Pali Vegetable Market, Pali Hill, Bandra West, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 2604 6892 +91 72083 16545 +91 76661 52951
Timings: 12 Noon – 3:00 PM, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Cost For Two: Rs. 1000 approx.; Rs. 130 for a pint of beer approx.
Located in Bandra West, Soul Fry has some lip smacking seafood combined with live jazz music which makes it the perfect setting. This cosy place serves some delicious Goan Rawas Curry and Calamari.
Goa Portuguesa
Address: Goa Portuguesa Restobar, Near Hinduja Hospital, Matunga West, Mahim, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 2444 0202/7
Timings: 2:00 Pm – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM -1:30 AM
Happy Hours: 12 Noon – 12 Midnight(Mon to Fri)
Cost For Two: Rs.1300 approx.
Gastronomically speaking, this place has bought Goa to Mumbai. A seafood restaurant list in Mumbai cannot be complete without a mention of Goa Portuguesa. The Prawn-Curry Rice and Portuguese Galinha Cafreal are highly recommended. Not only has with restaurant got several mentions in international magazines, but it has also been recognized by the Government of Goa for its cuisine.
Jai Hind Lunch Home
Address: 7/8 B, Madhav Bhavan, Opposite Kamala Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 3295 1481 022 2493 0012
Timings: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Cost For Two: Rs. 700 approx.
Another restaurant that is total value for money is Jai Hind. You can grab mouth-watering food here at pocket-friendly rates. Dishes that we recommend are Pomfret and Meengassi.
Chaitanya
Address: 3, SK Bole Road, Near Siddhivinayak Temple, Dadar West, Mumbai
Contact No.: 022 3015 0827
Timings: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Cost For Two: Rs. 600 approx.
Chaitanya is a very small time place, where the food is cooked by a housewife, who is extremely passionate about cooking. Her specialty is home-styled Malavni dishes. The Crab Lollipop and Tisriya Masala are highly recommended.
These places are sure to take you to the heaven for seafood. Have you tried yet?
