If you’ve ever wondered what lands on Sonali Bendre’s plate when she visits one of Mumbai’s most iconic restaurants, the actor has finally spilled the beans. During her appearance on Sunday Brunch with Kamiya Jani, Sonali Bendre took viewers to the legendary Gajalee, a restaurant that’s practically a pilgrimage for seafood lovers in the city.
Sonali Bendre Reveals Her Favourite Gajalee Order
The conversation kicked off with one dish that immediately got Sonali animated: Bombil Fry. Spotting that Kamiya Jani had already tasted it, Sonali asked with genuine excitement, “Aur… aapne woh bombil fry uss chutney ke saath khaya?”
“Where is my bombil fry?” Sonali Bendre soon remarked, and it was one of those wonderfully unfiltered foodie moments that anyone who’s ever waited for their favourite dish can relate to. For Sonali Bendre, the crispy Bombay duck served with its oh-so-glorious chutney clearly isn’t just another menu item; it’s the reason to be at Gajalee.
Then came the dish that, according to Sonali herself, deserves just as much attention as the restaurant’s seafood: Mutton Vade.
Explaining why she loves it so much, Sonali Bendre said the vade is essentially like a poori, except it’s made using different kinds of lentils. She admitted she wasn’t sure why Maharashtrians call it vade, but she knew one thing without a second thought: pairing it with the rich, spicy mutton rassa is “just amazing”.
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Sonali Bendre Tells All Her Favourite Dishes
She even pointed out that while Gajalee has made its name on exceptional seafood, dishes like these deserve equal appreciation from diners. The recommendations didn’t end there.
Sonali Bendre went on to mention that Prawn Biryani is another staple whenever her family visits the restaurant. Interestingly, she wasn’t talking about herself this time. Instead, she revealed that it’s her son’s absolute favourite order at Gajalee. It was a small detail, but it painted a lovely picture of the restaurant becoming part of family traditions over the years, where everyone has “their dish” they look forward to.
And then came perhaps the most unexpected recommendation of the conversation. “My husband is a vegetarian,” Sonali shared, before revealing that Palak Khichdi is the one dish that keeps bringing Goldie Behl back to Gajalee. At a restaurant that’s almost always associated with seafood platters and coastal delicacies, hearing someone rave about a humble bowl of spinach-infused khichdi was fresh.
So, if you’re planning a visit anytime soon and don’t know where to begin, Sonali Bendre’s tried-and-tested menu might be a pretty good place to start. Order the Bombil Fry with its chutney; don’t skip the Mutton Vade with spicy rassa; give the Prawn Biryani a chance if you’re a seafood fan; and if you’re vegetarian, take a cue from Goldie Behl and try the Palak Khichdi.
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Stay tuned for the full Sunday Brunch episode for more delicious recommendations, dropping soon on the Curly Tales App and Curly Tales YouTube Channel.
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FAQs
What is Sonali Bendre's favourite dish at Gajalee?
Sonali Bendre revealed that Bombil Fry served with Gajalee's signature chutney is one of her all-time favourite dishes. During Sunday Brunch with Kamiya Jani, she even excitedly asked whether Kamiya had tried it with the chutney.
Which dishes did Sonali Bendre recommend at Gajalee?
Sonali recommended ordering Bombil Fry, Mutton Vade with spicy mutton rassa, Prawn Biryani, and Palak Khichdi, saying these dishes perfectly showcase why Gajalee is one of Mumbai's most iconic restaurants.
What is Sonali Bendre's son's favourite dish at Gajalee?
Sonali shared that Prawn Biryani is her son's favourite order whenever the family visits Gajalee, making it a staple on their dining table.
