It doesn’t matter where you live, every Bengali wants the authentic ‘bangali khabar’ on special days. And when it is Poila Baisakh, the Bengali New year, the feast has to be the grandest one. Finding tasty authentic Bengali cuisine is a bit hard in a city like Mumbai. but you don’t need to worry about that. Here are 5 Bengali restaurants in Mumbai that are just the perfect places for Poila Baisakh.
1. Hangla’s
Kolkata and its people are very specific about eating their favourite foods. None of the Bengalis really like the caramelised version of rolls and different biriyani of other states. Hence the hunger for the perfect Kolkata-style delicacies stays inside our hearts. You can drop in at Hangla’s anytime to feed yourself in the Kolkata special rolls, biriyani, and some of Kolkata’s famous food items. Hangla’s is definitely one of the best Bengali restaurants in Mumbai and of course, a must-try. Their Fish Fry, Mutton Chops, in fact, Mishti Doi are to die for.
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2. The Calcutta Club
Jogeshwari’s The Calcutta Club is one the best in town when it comes to serving Bengali feasts. This quaint little place is an absolute value for money. They ensure to bring out the essence of Kolkata through their menu. Some of their popular dishes are Mutton Kausha, Begun Bhaja, Bhetki Fry, Bhetki Paturi, Payesh, Malpua, and Mishti Doi.
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3. Oh! Calcutta
Oh! Calcutta is popular across the country for bringing out the authenticity and essence of Bengal through its food. Decorated beautifully, this fine dining restaurant is a blend of today’s world and the past nostalgic years. Their menu has enough options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. The non-veg menu offers a lot of fish items; favourite of Bengalis. Also, the seafood menu is to die for.
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4. Bijoli Grill
If you want to gorge on some Bengali staples on Poila Baisakh or just any other day, you should try out Bijoli Grill in Powai. This place comes with a huge range of non-vegetarian menu and has the favourites such as Bhetki Paturi and Ilish Bhapa. They have something special for the vegetarian crowd as well such as Potoler Dorma, Sukto, and a lot more. When it comes to desserts, you have to try their Rosogollar payesh.
5. Bhojohori Manna
Staying away from our own home, our own city, our heart cries for a homely atmosphere the most on occasions and celebrations. All of us want to relish in homely delicacies that our mothers and grandmothers made for us on these special days. Bhojohori Manna brings the most popular and staple Bengali delicacies to your fingertips. Chingri Malai Curry, Katla Sorshe, Bhetki Paturi, Mutton Cutlet, Chicken Cutlet from this restaurant will take you on a trip down memory lane.
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