In the bustling city of London, where cultures converge and diverse flavours intertwine, Bandra Bhai restaurant is one of the well-known themed bars. This culinary gem offers an unparalleled dining experience, taking patrons on a gastronomic journey. Well, it’s also dressed as a retro Indian smugglers’ den.
Bandra Bhai Brings A Bit Of Kitsch Vibes
Enter the darkly lighted world of India’s early smuggling dens. At the back of Pali Hill restaurant in Fitzrovia, Bandra Bhai is located beneath a secret staircase and invites you to discover the mysteries of India’s 1970s era. Moreover, it features s a great cocktail menu with inventive takes on classic drinks that feature prominent Indian ingredients and spices.
The place is furnished with plush furnishings. It is beautifully dark and moody. The bar’s interiors are decorated with crimson velvet chairs, golden chandeliers, leopard-print pillows, life-size peacocks and retro wallpaper. The interiors give off an opulent, covert atmosphere of India’s fabled underground activities. However, the place is only open in the evenings.
From the vibrant ambience to a diverse menu, Bandra Bhai is a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts seeking an immersive and unforgettable dining experience in the heart of London.
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Bespoke Cocktails With Fun Spin On Indian Ingredients
The menu at Bandra Bhai is a symphony of Indian flavours, showcasing the diversity of Indian cuisine. The culinary journey at Bandra Bhai is not limited to food alone. The restaurant boasts an impressive bar that offers a carefully crafted selection of cocktails, perfectly complementing the array of flavours on the menu.
Bar nibbles like grilled lamb cutlets, Hara Kebab, Mangalore Buns or Old Delhi Chicken Tikka make up the menu. The cocktails here are unquestionably the main attraction. Every palate can find something on the menu.
Infused with a hint of Indian spice in the form of cassia bark and sage with a touch of elderflower, the Rajdoot is a vodka martini. The drink takes its inspiration from the classic Bond-esque “Vesper” cocktail. Classic Indian-inspired cocktails like the Spicy Mango Margarita are also must-haves.
Well, Bandra Bhai leaves a lasting impression on anyone who walks through its doors!
Where: 79-81 Mortimer St, London W1W 7SJ
When: 5 pm–1 am
Cover image credits: Instagram/Bandra Bhai