Christmas and New Year’s Eve will look a lot different in 2021, with many of the city’s most significant events being cancelled due to the pandemic. But some of Mumbai’s top restaurants are dishing out hearty meals for the holiday season. This is the season to make merry and have yummy in your tummy. We list eateries where you can find some lip-smacking Christmas and New Year meals in the city.
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1. Asilo, Lower Parel
City’s favourite rooftop lounge, Asilo is all set to treat you with a limited-edition five-course set menu featuring a selection of luxurious holiday dishes along with select beverages. They are also hosting a Christmas Eve Party are all here to get you in the festive spirit. For the five-course set menu, you can choose from the premium & signature options for both vegetarians and non-Vegetarians. The menu includes a selection of salads and flatbread, appetizers, robata grills and a delectable array of large plates. And there are beverages such as Whisky to Happiness, Kir Royle, Blame it on Chocolate, Mulled Wine Sangria and Red Stag Shirley to blow your mind. Adding to all the excitement, there is an impressive performance by DJ Manoj and Deva on Christmas Eve.
2. Gallops, Mahalaxmi Race Course
Enjoy the festive spirit in the verdant environs of the Mahalaxmi Race Course, at Gallops’ Al Fresco in South Mumbai. The Christmas Menu is available at the Gallops restaurant all day as well as the Gallops Al Fresco. Gallops Christmas Special menu is available from December 20, 2020, to January 4, 20201. Chef Yajush Malik curated a menu with traditional favourites such as Lobster Thermidor, Glazed Ham, Roast Turkey, Christmas Baked Brie, Festive Fondue, Butternut Squash Risotto, Christmas Pudding and Chocolate Marshmallow Yule Log. You can also sip on the special festive drinks such as Mulled Wine, Kahlua Hot Chocolate, Drunken Apple Pie, and Spicy Pomegranate Moscow Mule.
3. Toast & Tonic, BKC
Toast & Tonic can be the perfect place to enjoy your festive meal. Celebrate the season of sharing with small plates that are just right for any table. The Roasted Pumpkin Velouté, Prawn Empanadas, Crispy Kasundi Chicken, Spinach and Ricotta Turnovers and Beetroot Millet Cakes will satisfy all your cravings. Besides, Winter Berry Crumble and Pumpkin Spiced Panna Cotta are the perfect treats for those festive evenings. Of course, there is plenty of Eggnog, Mulled wine and spirited Gin cocktails to add to the festive cheer. Be sure to make the reservations in advance. Here are 6 Mumbai Restaurants Home Delivering With All Safety Norms
4. Monkey Bar, Bandra
No celebration is complete without food and drink, and the ‘Jolly Good Fellows at Monkey Bar is offering an array of delicious small plates and drinks. The menu is inspired by the soul-satisfying dishes from Anglo-Indian homes across the country. Begin with the simple Maka Pao De, bread and butter with a Portuguese twist and then try the Vegetable Pot Pie which is a hearty, comforting dish all rolled into one. Or dig into the hearty Panthra’s & Mother-In-Law’s Chutney to make your tummy happy. For a sumptuous feast, dig into the Mama’s Mad B**f Pepper Fry, with home-made garam masala, black pepper and generous sprinkles of toasted coconut.
5. Romanos & JW Cafe, JW Marriott Sahar
The Christmas celebrations will begin in style at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar with a Sparkling Brunch at JW Café on December 20, followed by a traditional Christmas Eve Dinner and an indulgent Christmas Day Brunch.
If you are looking to enjoy some authentic Italian Cuisine, Romano’s has a special festive menu with Christmas favourites curated by Head Chef Roberto Zorzoli starting from December 20 until December 31.
6. By The Mekong, Lower Parel
A spectacular culinary journey with some of the signature seasonal delicacies and traditional favourites handcrafted by chefs awaits you at By the Mekong, St. Regis. A grand menu set to highlight the merrymaking and the festive cheer of Christmas on December 24 from 7pm to 11:30 pm. Here are 10 Mumbai Restaurants That Come With a Side Dish of Nostalgia.
7. Sassy Spoon, Powai
The Sassy Spoon is all set to welcome you for an exciting Christmas Brunch on 25th December from 12 pm to 4 pm. The specially curated Christmas spread features breakfast favourites like Caramelized French Toast with coffee maple glaze, coconut whipped cream, Sweet Potato Apple pancakes with cinnamon sugar, Poached eggs on country bread with avocado and more. Be sure to make room for dessert! The sweet spread features Christmas Cake, Chocolate Yule Log, Gingerbread Cookies and Christmas Cake Brownies. Delicious cocktails such as Mulled Wine, Mulled Apple Cider will elevate this experience. Also, Jingle with a live performance by Rohan Sequeira to complement this festive feast.
Let the magic of the season engulf you and your loved ones.