Went to this place in search of a quaint little eatery for a romantic getaway with my girl, and I was not disappointed. Along with the setting being good, the food was totally good (though a little taxing on your wallet, but totally worth it)
The place finds itself bang in the heart of the so called ‘town’ area of Bombay, just a land behind the rich and famous hotels of Bombay. A wonderfully romantic outside seating area (which we choose to skip keeping in mind the humid weather) and an equally lively inner area (air conditioned), makes this place a wonderful experience. And yes, I should not forget the high ceiling, which gives this place that high look.
Started off with a fish kebab starter (don’t remember the name , but it was Moroccon). Being fussy as well apprehensive over eating fish, I wasn’t looking forward to the same, but Mama mia !!! , those succulent pieces of kebabs just bowled me over. Melting in my mouth, the accompanying dips just slid down through my throat to evoke a warm and content feeling from inside. Aaah !! Fish never tasted better.
We jumped to the main course, with a diet coke and a Chaing Mai mocktail. The latter turned out to be a little gingery to taste, but was surely smooth a concoction. We ordered for a Chicken Panini and a Espresso Chicken.
Chicken Panini came with the standard fries and salad and was totally Italian in taste, Benissimo !!!. The Espresso chicken was finely grilled chicken snuggled in totally fab a sauce, and came with rice and bread (freshly baked in their own bakery). Gulped down the whole in a jiffy and we were left content, from the tummy as well the soul. Needless to say, there was no space for desserts and we had to sadly skip them to move out with a full tummy and a content heart.
The crowd was a typical Sunday townie junta, with the haughty aunties flashing their branded accessories while twirling their rose wine glasses to hep youth, who briskly spooned up their pasta with gulps of diet Pepsi.
The service is helpful, but not attentive to details. The seating gets a little crowded, considering it was a Sunday evening. Had only managed to get a 2230 reservation, but even at this time and beyond, the place was bustling with people. The tables do get a little too close to each other and you can overhear the conversation at the adjoining table, but who cares a damn, with the food being so heavenly.
A meal for two, cost 1300 bucks, but was totally worth the overall experience. Next time (when it’s less humid), will try lounging in the outside area .. and be expectant of yet another fabulous a date.
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