Nothing fills flavour to a night filled with yummy drinks like some tandoori chicken. If you have been trying to zero in on the place that serves the best tandoori chicken in Mumbai, then you have come to the right place. Here’s a comprehensive list of our picks that serve only the best tandoori chicken in Mumbai.
Best Tandoori Chicken In Mumbai
1. Jai Jawan
Ask anyone in Bandra where you get the best tandoori chicken, and they are sure to direct you to Jai Jawan. Having been around for the longest time, people have been frequenting this famous eatery for its tandoori chicken, which is served with a side of green chutney, sliced onion, and a wedge of lime. We can’t think of a better way to enjoy this delicacy.
Where: Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
When: 7 pm – 12 am
Cost: ₹500 (For two)
2. Singh Saab
Photo Credits: CanvaOne of the busiest restaurants in Chembur, I have seen this restaurant packed even on a rainy night in Mumbai. And the crowds that throng this place speak for its quality. And the food speaks volumes. Their tandoori chicken is spiced mildly and has the perfect amount of char on it and that’s what we love about it.
Where: Chembur, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 12:30 am
Cost: ₹1900 (For two)
3. Mini Punjab
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You can’t have the word ‘Punjab’ in your name and not do justice to tandoori chicken. That would be sacrilege. But Mini Punjab never disappoints. This is the place you go to when you have had a long day at work and you just need to indulge in some feel-good food. And trust me, you’ll definitely feel good once you’ve had a bite of their tandoori chicken.
Where: Powai, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 12 am
Cost: ₹2000 (For two)
4. Delhi Darbar
Delhi Darbar is the place that everyone goes to Dig into some juicy tandoori chicken at this amazing restaurant for a delicious treat. It’s one of the best tandoori chicken places in Mumbai, hands down.
Where: Colaba, Mumbai
When: 11;30 am – 12:30 am
Cost: ₹1300 (For two)
5. Chulha
Navi Mumbai folks, we haven’t forgotten you. You should be making a beeline for Chulha in Vashi when the Mughlai cravings kick in. Served with a yoghurt dip, their tandoori chicken is perfectly marinated right before it goes into the tandoor.
Where: Vashi, Navi Mumbai
When: 11 am – 1 am
Cost: ₹1300 (For two)
6. Zaffran
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With multiple outlets across the city, you won’t have to drive around to a specific part of the city to get your tandoori chicken fix. Roll up the chicken in a butter naan, add some yoghurt to it, and you will thank us for it.
Where: Lower Parel, Mumbai
When: 11 am – 11:15 pm
Cost: ₹1200 (For two)
7. Punjab Grill
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At Punjab Grill, they marinate the chicken for a good twenty-four hours before it even gets cooked in the tandoor. If that isn’t dedication to the culinary arts, we don’t know what is. And marinating the chicken for that long just ensures that the end result is soft, melt-in-the-mouth chicken. Ooh la la!
Where: Palladium Mall, Lower Parel, Mumbai & other locations
When: 12 pm – 12 am
Cost: ₹2800 (For two)
8. Lamba Restaurant & Bar
Popularly known for its tandoori prawns, this eatery also makes some bomb tandoori chicken. And it’s good enough for you to keep coming back for more and more.
Where: Chembur, Mumbai
When: 12:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Cost: ₹1400 (For two)
9. Persian Darbar
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Persian Darbar excels at making Mughlai dishes, and their tandoori chicken is proof of just that. You just can’t resist digging into it. It’s definitely one of the best places to serve tandoori chicken in Mumbai.
Where: Byculla, Mumbai
When: 11:30 am – 4 am
Cost: ₹1800 (For two)
10. Cafe Arfa
This little-known eatery is a frequent haunt of the locals, who tell us that the tandoori chicken here is fantabulous. And with so many people clamouring for it, they can’t be lying, right?
Where: Near Andheri West Station, Mumbai
When: 10:30 am – 12 am
Cost: ₹850 (For two)
11. Yasin’s Food Inn
The perfectly cooked tandoori chicken here is a revelation. One bite is definitely not enough. A million bites aren’t enough. We say, Go for it. But only if you have some space in your stomach.
Where: Andheri Lokhandwala, Andheri West, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 12:30 am
Cost: ₹850 (For two)
12. Pritam Da Dhaba
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Offering the proper dhaba ambience, you can actually lounge on khatiyas while you feast on North Indian fare at Pritam Da Dhaba. Get yourself some of their famous butter chicken along with the tandoori chicken, because one chicken dish is never enough.
Where: Dadar East, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 12 am
Cost: ₹1200 (For two)
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13. Dum & Curry
They say that a picture says a thousand words. All you have to do is look at their tandoori chicken, and you will fall in love. If we had a choice, we would marry her.
Where: Powai, Mumbai
When: 11:30 am – 12 am
Cost: ₹250 for one order
14. Butter Chicken Factory
The name might be Butter Chicken Factory, but their tandoori chicken is also the talk of the town. Lip-smackingly good, you might just forget their butter chicken. Sorry, not sorry.
Where: Pali Hill, Bandra West, Mumbai
When: 11:30 am – 11 pm
Cost: ₹1000 (For two)
15. Trishna
Trishna is a renowned seafood restaurant in Mumbai that also excels in tandoori preparations. Their tandoori chicken is known for its succulent and juicy meat, marinated in a blend of aromatic spices.
Where: Fort, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 11:30 pm
Cost: ₹2500 (For two)
16. Urban Tadka
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Urban Tadka offers a modern twist to traditional Indian cuisine. Their tandoori chicken is cooked to perfection, with tender and well-marinated meat that is packed with flavours.
Where: 7 Bungalows, Andheri West, Mumbai
When: 11:30 am – 12 am
Cost: ₹1900 (For two)
17. Pal’s Fish Corner
Pal’s Fish Corner is a popular seafood joint that also serves excellent tandoori chicken. Their tandoori chicken is marinated in a special blend of spices and cooked in a traditional tandoor, resulting in a smoky and flavorful dish.
Where: Pali Hill, Bandra West, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 2 am
Cost: ₹950 (For two)
18. Gajalee
Gajalee is renowned for its authentic coastal cuisine, and its tandoori chicken is no exception. The chicken is marinated with a perfect balance of spices and grilled to perfection, offering a delightful combination of smoky and tangy flavours.
Where: Vile Parle East, Mumbai
When: 11:30 am – 11:30 pm
Cost: ₹500 (For two)
19. Khane Khas
Khane Khas is a well-known restaurant that specializes in North Indian and Mughlai cuisine. Their tandoori chicken is a must-try, featuring tender and well-spiced chicken cooked in a traditional tandoor.
Where: Pali Hill, Bandra West, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 12 am
Cost: ₹1200 (For two)
20. Peshawari
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Peshawari, located in the ITC Maratha Hotel, is known for its delectable North Indian cuisine. Their tandoori chicken is a highlight, featuring juicy and succulent meat marinated in a rich blend of spices and cooked in a traditional clay oven.
Where: ITC Maratha, Chakala, Mumbai
When: 12 pm – 11:30 pm
Cost: ₹8,500 (For two)
These places surely serve the best tandoori chicken in Mumbai!
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Inputs from Pratiksha Acharya & Mallika Khurana