Tired of hearing non-vegetarians flaunt their food fetishes? Are you looking at vegetarian restaurants strictly? Well, Mumbai will surprise you in more ways than one. Here are 10 best places to go to and try the best of vegetarian food.
1. Ayyappan Pure Veg Hotel, Tilak Nagar
This is a veggie paradise bursting with bonafide flavours of the South. Everything from the Filter coffee to the elaborate lunch thali is vegetarian goodness you can’t resist.
Definitely get the buttery Podi idli which is gun powder idli and the amazing range of Dosas including Mysore Masala Dosa. Lemon Rice is another winner here! And what’s more, the small outlet is affordable too. Get here now for authentic and vegetarian South Indian food!
Address: Ayyappan Pure Veg Hotel, Shop No.72, Shell Colony Road, Near Muthumariyamman Temple, Chembur, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400071
Contact: 098330 48505
Avg cost for 2: INR 400
Also read: 10 Things To Do In Chembur, Mumbai!
2. R Bhagat Tarrachand, Girgaum
Craving for an authentic Vegetarian Thali? Head to R Bhagat Tarrachand to relish the best Marwari Thalis, Dal Bati, Phulkas & varieties of other cuisines. The 123-year-old brand believes in serving the highest quality and tastiest meals to all its customers. Even your non-veg friends will be salivating here! Watch this for more details:
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Address: R Bhagat Tarrachand, 61/63, Sheikh Memon Street, Near Mumbadevi Temple, Zaveri Bazar, Girgaum, Mumbai
Contact:+91 9833520595
Avg cost for 2: ₹600
3. Kaffeine, Borivali
When you fall in love with coffee, there’s no turning back! And if you are a coffee connoisseur you will surely agree that it is a companion on sleepless nights, motivation on a boring morning, lover on a rainy day and inspiration during a tedious meeting. The cute little café named Kaffeine that has opened on the busy lanes of Borivali, not only offers regular coffees but is a one-stop-shop as it offers pizzas, pasta, salads, starters and a variety of mocktails or teas to choose from. The perfect spot to hang out with friends over coffee and conversations.
Address: Shop 1, Bhatia Apartment, S V Road, Next to Vijay Sales, Borivali West, Mumbai
Contact: 022 28011555
How much: ₹500 for two people (approx.)
4. Pancham Puriwala, Fort
Another brilliant vegetarian outlet, Pancham Puriwala is the oldest restaurant in Mumbai. Affordable Gujarati cuisine and delicious vegetarian dishes are what makes us vegetarians keep going back here! They are famous for Masala Poori(Rs 12 per piece), Aam Ras(Rs 65) and the very filling Pancham thali(Rs 180). If you don’t want to be stuck in long queues, be here early!
Address: Pancham Puriwala, 8, 10, Perin Nariman St, Borabazar Precinct, Ballard Estate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
Contact: 090041 88052
Avg cost for 2: ₹200
5. Pavitra Catering, Worli
Pavitra Catering managed by Blue Sea brings to you a scrumptious meal that will satisfy your cravings for vegetarian cuisine. Their specialities lie in vegetarian catering service with main influences from traditional Rajasthani and Gujarati cuisines to a culturally diverse palate of ethnic flavours from across the globe. Whether it’s a big fat wedding or a smaller fanfare, Pavitra has got you covered! For more details, click here.
Address: Pavitra Catering, Blue Sea, 11, Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan Road, Worli Sea Face, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400030
Contact: 091520 01717
6. The Friend’s Union Joshi Club, Kalbadevi
You’ll find that the place changes items for their Gujrati thalis. It is a general rotation of sabji or daal. But all items are prepared in traditional Gujarati style. So if you’re looking for the menu, you can expect around 4 types of sabzi, Rotis, bhakri, two types of daal, farsan, kadi, rice, chopped salad, pickle and chutney. You can even order sweets on top of your thali with additional cost. Easy on the pocket and tasty veg food, what else do you need?
Address: 381-A, Narottam Wadi, 1st Floor, Kalbadevi Road
Phone:022 2205 8089
Approx cost: ₹400 for two people
7. A Ramanayak, Matunga
Vegetarian only, this south Indian gem in Matunga is a feast for all out there. A Rama Nayak is like the patron saint of Udipi restaurants in Mumbai. The menu is fixed with an unlimited thali style meal served on a banana leaf. The management encourages you to eat with your bare hands and what a lavish meal it is! You get about three servings of rice. There is rassam, dal and dahi and about three varieties of vegetables. The GSB (Gaud Saraswat Brahmin) special includes avial, six payasams for six days and powder chutney with pure ghee. This elaborate feast comes for a grand INR 225 only! Watch this for more details:
Address: A Ramanayak, 1st Floor Lakhamsi Nappu Road | Near Matunga Central Railway Station, Matunga
Contact: 022 24142422
Avg cost for 2: ₹300
8. Swati Snacks, Tardeo
Nothing says vegetarian like a Gujarati food trail at Swati Snacks! A unique blend of tradition and modernity, Swati Snacks creates its dishes with utmost precision and care. They are so popular that you might have to battle a long queue often just to get in! Apart from their spicy and tangy chaats, they are best known for Panki Chatni (Rs 195), savoury rice pancakes steamed in banana leaves. Also, try their delectable Fada Ni Khichdi (Rs 255), it will transport you right back home!
Address: Swati Snacks, Karai Estate, 248, Tardeo Rd, Opp Bhatia Hospital, Tardeo, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400007
Contact:090298 91205
Avg cost for 2: ₹450
9. Mani’s Lunch Home, Matunga
If you’re a student or an ex-student of Ruia’s College then you don’t need to read any further. Mani’s Lunch Home is just what it says it is – a home. Head to this place for the lunch thaali. Remember that avial I was talking about? Try some of it here! A must try veggie haven that’s bang on with flavours of the south.
Address: Mani’s Lunch Home, 153 C, Mahskar Building, Near Ruia College, Matunga East
Approx cost for two:₹200
Contact: 022 24127188
10. STOVE-The Vegetarian Kitchen, Santacruz
The name says it all, you don’t need to worry about any meat getting into your food here. And being a delivery-only kitchen, it’s perfect for when you’re just lazy and want to enjoy good veggie food in the comfort of your own home. There’s Italian, Lebanese, Gujarati, Rajdhani and Mexican cuisine available here! Who said vegetarian food did not have many options? We suggest you try the Paneer dishes, the Hyderabadi Biryani, Pastas and Pizzas.
Contact: +91 9332009009, +91 9331009009
Avg cost for 2: ₹600