Parsis are known as a food-loving community and have been a part of India’s culture for more than a century. Their cuisine is an amazing amalgamation of Gujarati, British, Iranian, Goan, and Portuguese. Authentic Parsi food is something one must truly try at least once, as it is the best result of the confluence of various cuisines and flavours. Well, if you are in Mumbai and are craving authentic Parsi food, here are some places we totally recommend.
Best Places To Satiate Your Authentic Parsi Food Cravings
1. Ratan Tata Institute (RTI)
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If you want to experience true Parsi hospitality and delicacies, this is the perfect place for you. Both the dal ni poli and the chicken and mutton Dhansak, which feature an amazing balance of spices, are noteworthy dishes. Since 1928, this renowned Parsi institution has been serving authentic Parsi food.
Where: Multiple Locations
When: 9am-6pm
Cost for two: ₹150
2. Yazdani Bakery & Restaurant
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Walk into this restaurant, and it will greet you with a vintage look and a very rich aroma of baked buns and cakes. With friendly staff and some simply lip-smacking authentic Parsi dishes, this place is one of the best and oldest restaurants in Mumbai.
Where: Kala Ghoda, Fort
When: 7am-7pm
Cost for two: ₹300
3. Kyani & CO
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With wooden furniture and checkered cloth on the table, it will totally give you a trip down memory lane. The restaurant offers an array of some amazing and authentic dishes from Parsi cuisine. With an old-world charm, the place will totally make you lose track of time. It is one of the most popular Parsi cafes in Mumbai.
Where: Dhobi Talao, Marine Lines
When: 7am-7pm
Cost for two: ₹300
4. Jimmy Boy
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If you are a fan of Parsi’s authentic Dhansak or want to try it, well, this is the correct place. The gigantic chandeliers and the lovely interiors of this family restaurant will give you all the Parsi colony vibes. They also have a take-away counter for some authentic Parsi snacks and sweets.
Where: Horniman Circle, Fort
When: 7am-10:45pm
Cost for two: ₹800
5. Roshan Bakery & Restaurant
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This bakery and restaurant is the most famous in Mazgaon for serving authentic and the best Parsi cuisine. People visit here for its exceptional patra ni machi, papeta par edu, and tareli machi. The nalli burra lazeez kebab, brownies, croissants, and raspberry soda are something you must not miss.
Where: Mazgaon
When: 9am-12:30pm
Cost for two: ₹700
6. Cafe Military
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One of Mumbai’s most popular Parsi cafes is Kyani & Co. in Marine Lines. It is also known for its fillings, Chicken Dhansak and Kheema Pao, which are best enjoyed with a bowl of rich, creamy caramel custard. The ancient clock, bentwood chairs, and wooden tables with checkered tablecloths give the impression that time has stopped.
Where: Nagindas Master Rd, Fort
When: 10am-9pm
Cost for two: ₹500
7. Gallops
The star dish at Gallops is the exquisitely spiced dhansak served in a tiered tiffin box. The perfect finish is Dudh Na Puff (sweetened frothy milk) and kulfi from Parsi Dairy Farm. The Parsi buffet served here is a lovely blend of tradition and modernity. The restaurant also has stunning views of the racetrack and a vast expanse of green grass.
Where: Mahalaxmi
When: 12am-12pm
Cost for two: ₹1800
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Which is your favourite Parsi dish? Let us know!
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