Aamchi Mumbai is loved not only for the beauty of the city but also for its Authentic Maharashtrian cuisine. The mouth watering Maharashtrian dishes have a hand in defining this city for what it is. A number of food lovers stop by this city just to enjoy the taste of these dishes that are spoken of all over India. Here we have for you 20 best Maharashtrian restaurants in Mumbai where you can enjoy an authentic Maharashtrian meal. All the seafood lovers this is especially for you.
1. Chaitanya, Dadar
Located at Dadar West is this restaurant that serves Authentic Maharashtrian food that would make your heart skip a beat. It is a seafood lovers paradise. A must-have at this restaurant is the amazing fish fry!
Address: 3, SK Bole Road, Near Siddhivinayak Temple, Dadar West, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹ 600
2. Diva Maharashtracha, Mahim
This restaurant serves 3 different cuisines with each having its own menu card. The Maharashtrian cuisine there is to die for. You can go and eat some lovely authentic food with a great cocktail to drink with that. This makes for a perfect meal. A must have is the Kothimbir Vadi.
Address: Near Hinduja Hospital, Shivaji Park, Matunga West, Mahim, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹ 1,600
3. Highway Gomantak, Bandra East
Every time you have fish cravings, Highway Gomantak should be your go-to spot. This restaurant has been running since a very long time and has been known for its Authentic Maharastrian cuisine. A must try here is the Kolambi Curry Thali.
Address: 44/2179, Gandhi Nagar, Service Road, Bandra East, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹ 500 (exclusive of taxes)
4. Mee Marathi, Vile Parle
This restaurant serves some remarkable Maharashtrian dishes that will make you wonder why you never gave this place a visit earlier. A must have is the Misal Pav.
Address: 5, Alfa Apartment, Shree Parleshwer Road, Vile Parle East, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹ 300 (exclusive of taxes)
5. Satkar Rice Plate House, Goregaon
This restaurant located near Goregaon Station is known for its Maharashtrian Cuisine. The authentic food here is a treat to your palette, a treat that you should not miss out on.
Address: 15,1st Floor, Dreamland Building, Opposite Railway Station, Goregaon East, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹ 500 (exclusive of taxes)
6. MH-09 Shetkari, Thane
The place to be when you are craving some authentic Kolhapuri fare, MH-09 serves up some really spicy food that is bound to tingle your taste buds. Located in Thane, make sure you order the bhakri along with your curry because it honestly doesn’t get more Maharashtrian than that.
Address: MH09 Shetkari, 5, Jeevan Vikas Society, Near Parsik Janta Bank, Luiswadi, Thane West, Thane
Cost For Two: ₹450 (Exclusive of taxes)
7. Konkani Haus Restaurant & Bar, Thane
With a mix of both Maharashtrian and Konkani cuisine, you get the best of both worlds at Konkani Haus. There is a distinct coastal touch to the food which means that you get the best seafood here. And end it on a sweet note with soft Puran Polis.
Address: Konkani Haus, Rajnigandha Society 3, 4 & 5, Opposite Vandana Talkies, LBS Marg, Panch Pakhadi, Thane West, Thane
Cost For Two: ₹1000 (exclusive of taxes)
8. Nav Chaitanya, Versova
I honestly think that the best thing you can do to your body is drink Sol Kadhi on a regular basis. Why, you ask? Not only does it have a lot of probiotics but it also tastes yummy! At Nav Chaitanya, you can start off your meal with a glass of Sol Kadhi before you move on to the spicier stuff on your plate.
Address: Nav Chaitanya, Opposite Versova Police Station, Near Cosmopolitan School, D N Nagar, Versova, Andheri West, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹800 (exclusive of taxes)
9. Kokani Katta, Mira Road
Specialising in Malvani cuisine, Kokani Katta is known for its seafood preparations. And we particularly love their Crab Curry which comes with coconut shaving on top which gives the dish a nice touch and balances out the spiciness.
Address: Kokani Katta, Shop 8, 9, Jangid Arcadia, Jangid Enclave, Kanakia Road, Mira Road, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹850 (exclusive of taxes)
10. Goa Portuguesa, Mahim
Alright, Goa Portuguesa is primarily a Goan restaurant but Goan and Maharashtrian cuisine share a lot of commonalities because of their closeness to the coast. They have a very unique dish which sees Bombil fish stuffed with prawns which is steeped in a mildly spiced gravy and we are all for it!
Address: Goa Portuguesa, Near Hinduja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹2100 (exclusive of taxes)
11. Maharashtra Lunch Home, Multiple Outlets
Kolhapuri food is always about super spicy food that satisfies your soul but makes you reach for the glass of water at the same time. At Maharashtra Lunch Home you will get all the Kolhapuri feels and trust me, you will relish it.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost For Two: ₹700 (exclusive of taxes)
12. Ceremonial Kitchen & Co, Ghodbunder
While we are on the topic of Maharashtrian food, how can we forget about our favourite Maharashtrian snacks? Although Ceremonial serves really good Maharashtrian dishes, we particularly love their Mini Batata Vadas which pack a punch. Accompanied by the standard garlic chutney, these mini vadas are truly hard to resist.
Address: Ceremonial Kitchen & Co., Shop 11, Dosti Imperia, Besides Pepperfry, Manpada, Ghodbunder Road, Thane
Cost For Two: ₹1000 (exclusive of taxes)
13. Rajmanya, Vashi
Rajmanya’s Bombil Fry is the stuff of legends. It is cooked perfectly with just the right amount of crunch and has extremely flaky fish underneath that crust. Pair it with a Maharashtrian Thali and you will be good to go.
Address: Rajmanya, 15-16, Plot 39/5 & 39/5A, BSEL Tech Park, Opposite Vashi Railway Station, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹900 (exclusive of taxes)
14. Aaswad, Dadar
Every person in Dadar has been to Aaswad at least once in their lifetime. In all the time that they have been around for, their flavour consistency has never changed and the food is top-notch! I am in love with their Kothimbir Vada which is super spongy and flavourful.
Address: Aaswad, 61, Mejwani, Sadanand, Gokhale Road, Opposite Amar Hind Mandal, Dadar West, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹300 (exclusive of taxes)
15. Prakash Shakahari Upahaar Kendra, Dadar
Another great spot in Dadar, Prakash Shakahari Upahaar Kendra makes humongous Batata Vadas that taste just as good as they look. If you get here on time for breakfast then you can indulge in really good Poha which is made the Maharashtrian way.
Address: Prakash Shakahari Upahar Kendra, Horizon Towers, Ranade Road Dadar West, Dadar Shivaji Park, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹150 (exclusive of taxes)
16. Vinay Health Home, Charni Road
The very first thing I associate with Vinay Health Home is Misal Pav. Served with fresh, soft pavs every day, their misal is to die for. All you need is some lemon juice to garnish it and you are good to go.
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Address: Vinay Health Home, Jawar Mansion, Dr BA Jaikar Marg, Charni Road, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹300 (exclusive of taxes)
17. Gajalee, Multiple Outlets
Gajalee has multiple outlets in the city which means that you get to treat yourself to a royal Maharashtrian meal wherever you are and we call that a win-win.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost For Two: ₹1500 (exclusive of taxes)
18. Mama Kane, Dadar
People throng Mama Kane for its crispy and freshly fried Kanda bhajiyas. Just one bite and you’ll be in a food coma. Onion rings have got nothing on these bhajiyas!
Address: Mama Kane, 222, Smruti Kunj, Senapati Bapat Marg, Dadar West, Mumbai
Cost For Two: ₹200
19. Mamledar Misal, Multiple Outlets
If it isn’t obvious already, Mamledar Misal is known for its excellent Misal Pav. A spicy concoction served with pav and thinly sliced onions, it’s the perfect snack!
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost For Two: ₹200 (exclusive of taxes)
20. Purepur Kolhapur, Multiple Outlets
Another great Maharashtrian restaurant with multiple outlets in the city, Purepur Kolhapur is very known for its Chicken and Mutton Thali which is a feast for the stomach and the soul.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost For Two: ₹600 (exclusive of taxes)