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Prithvish Ashar
3 reviews on 1 places
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Mumbai, Banyan Tree Cafe is a cozy and intimate spot that will captivate your senses. This charming cafe offers a unique blend of ambiance, service, and food that will leave you delighted.
The rustic-chic decor, surrounded by lush greenery, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or family.
I tried the following dishes and was impressed by the flavors and quality:
- Fresh juices (melon and orange)
- Seasonal salads (all three were perfect)
- Chilled apple salad (loved it!)
- Veggie moussaka (good balance of flavors)
- Spaghetti arabiatta (spot on!)
- Garlic cilantro prawns on a bed of polenta (must-try!)
- Hazelnut chocolate mousse (highlight of the meal!)
The service was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. The staff helped with menu recommendations and ensured a comfortable dining experience.
Banyan Tree Cafe is a must-visit destination in Mumbai. With its unique ambiance, delicious food, and exceptional service, this hidden gem is sure to delight. Do indulge and treat yourself to a wonderful experience!
The rustic-chic decor, surrounded by lush greenery, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or family.
I tried the following dishes and was impressed by the flavors and quality:
- Fresh juices (melon and orange)
- Seasonal salads (all three were perfect)
- Chilled apple salad (loved it!)
- Veggie moussaka (good balance of flavors)
- Spaghetti arabiatta (spot on!)
- Garlic cilantro prawns on a bed of polenta (must-try!)
- Hazelnut chocolate mousse (highlight of the meal!)
The service was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. The staff helped with menu recommendations and ensured a comfortable dining experience.
Banyan Tree Cafe is a must-visit destination in Mumbai. With its unique ambiance, delicious food, and exceptional service, this hidden gem is sure to delight. Do indulge and treat yourself to a wonderful experience!
Bombay Cartel in Lower Parel is a vegetarian restaurant that recently opened a new location in Juhu. They have a well-decorated bar and offer happy hour specials, which is definitely a plus.
I had the pleasure of trying their Avocado toast, and it was delightful. The avocado had a lovely creamy texture and was served on a perfectly toasted sourdough bread. It was a satisfying and tasty dish.
The Poached dumplings at Bombay Cartel were outstanding. They were served with four different dips, each offering unique and delicious flavors. I enjoyed the variety of tastes and couldn't resist having another serving.
Next, I tried the Teriyaki tofu and paneer bao. The bao buns were soft and fluffy, and the filling had a wonderful umami taste. The combination of tofu and paneer worked well together, creating a delicious and satisfying bite.
One of the highlights of my visit was the Mexican burger. It was huge and came with a side of French fries, salsa, and sour cream. The burger itself was served on soft bread and had a flavorful patty. I loved the messiness of the burger and enjoyed every bite. It could easily be considered a meal on its own.
I also tried the Som tam, a Thai green papaya salad. While it was okay to good, it lacked that punch of flavor that I was expecting. It didn't quite live up to the other dishes I tried.
Overall, Bombay Cartel is a popular spot, especially for vegetarians. The place tends to be crowded, indicating its popularity among diners. The combination of the well-done veg dishes and the ambiance of the bar makes it a great place to unwind and enjoy a meal.
Cheers to Bombay Cartel, and I look forward to visiting again in the future.
I had the pleasure of trying their Avocado toast, and it was delightful. The avocado had a lovely creamy texture and was served on a perfectly toasted sourdough bread. It was a satisfying and tasty dish.
The Poached dumplings at Bombay Cartel were outstanding. They were served with four different dips, each offering unique and delicious flavors. I enjoyed the variety of tastes and couldn't resist having another serving.
Next, I tried the Teriyaki tofu and paneer bao. The bao buns were soft and fluffy, and the filling had a wonderful umami taste. The combination of tofu and paneer worked well together, creating a delicious and satisfying bite.
One of the highlights of my visit was the Mexican burger. It was huge and came with a side of French fries, salsa, and sour cream. The burger itself was served on soft bread and had a flavorful patty. I loved the messiness of the burger and enjoyed every bite. It could easily be considered a meal on its own.
I also tried the Som tam, a Thai green papaya salad. While it was okay to good, it lacked that punch of flavor that I was expecting. It didn't quite live up to the other dishes I tried.
Overall, Bombay Cartel is a popular spot, especially for vegetarians. The place tends to be crowded, indicating its popularity among diners. The combination of the well-done veg dishes and the ambiance of the bar makes it a great place to unwind and enjoy a meal.
Cheers to Bombay Cartel, and I look forward to visiting again in the future.
Love Food. Love good Mood - This is Spice it all about. Situated at Hotel Ibis Santacruz, a nice vibrant place with a good feel and ambiance. All new menus curated. Being a 4 star Property the prices for 2 approx would be around 1200/+ which is Real VFM. Had a chance to visit this place last week and here is what we had -
Skipped the Soup, Opted for Cafe (Quick Bites) along with my Beer. MASKA BUN, all time favourite had a bit of a twist. Hot that spicy hit of the crunchy Bhujia. Overall the Bun was soft with a generous portion of butter. Lovely sheen and tasted good.
Bullet Chilli chicken - semi dry with scallions. Diced pieces of chicken with bell pepper / onions tossed in soy/garlic sauce. Looked nice. Bold flavours. Gave that spicy touch. Overall good.
This place is known for its MOMOS and presented in a Tiffin box - 3 each (2 layer Tiffin) with 3 dips. PAN FRIED CHICKEN MOMOS - could have been better. Maybe a tad. Minced chicken with spices. Had a nice texture though. Chef, maybe less stuffing and this can be batter (just a suggestion)
Chur Chur Paratha. This is so Delhi. Crunchy Paratha with different types of filling. Here the chef has used Aloo Pyaaz/Gobi and methi matter. Just a suggestion as it gets a bit messy when all the 3 are served together. Served with Dal Makhani was yum (lovely texture) and Raita. Anytime for Dal Makhani. This is comfort food.
Phulka Soft Tacos with peri peri soya - again a good spicy tangy dish presented well. Veg consisted of Chilli Kidney beans Minced soya (had a good texture) Yellow cheddar (sharpness) and vegetables. Overall a nice dish.
Do try the Super meals (meal by itself) priced at 429/+ Consisted on Dal fry, Steamed rice condiments like Crushed Papad/Raita/Cilantro/Aachar/Lemon/Chilli and carrot pickle. Presented in Tiffin.
Dessert - Rasmalai Panna cotta (Missed the Ras malai touch) set well, could have been better, however the molten chocolate with vanilla Ice cream was good baked well.
Overall - This place has a lot of potential if marketed well. USP = Price. Ambiance is good. Comfort food. Will be back for sure, till then cheers.
Skipped the Soup, Opted for Cafe (Quick Bites) along with my Beer. MASKA BUN, all time favourite had a bit of a twist. Hot that spicy hit of the crunchy Bhujia. Overall the Bun was soft with a generous portion of butter. Lovely sheen and tasted good.
Bullet Chilli chicken - semi dry with scallions. Diced pieces of chicken with bell pepper / onions tossed in soy/garlic sauce. Looked nice. Bold flavours. Gave that spicy touch. Overall good.
This place is known for its MOMOS and presented in a Tiffin box - 3 each (2 layer Tiffin) with 3 dips. PAN FRIED CHICKEN MOMOS - could have been better. Maybe a tad. Minced chicken with spices. Had a nice texture though. Chef, maybe less stuffing and this can be batter (just a suggestion)
Chur Chur Paratha. This is so Delhi. Crunchy Paratha with different types of filling. Here the chef has used Aloo Pyaaz/Gobi and methi matter. Just a suggestion as it gets a bit messy when all the 3 are served together. Served with Dal Makhani was yum (lovely texture) and Raita. Anytime for Dal Makhani. This is comfort food.
Phulka Soft Tacos with peri peri soya - again a good spicy tangy dish presented well. Veg consisted of Chilli Kidney beans Minced soya (had a good texture) Yellow cheddar (sharpness) and vegetables. Overall a nice dish.
Do try the Super meals (meal by itself) priced at 429/+ Consisted on Dal fry, Steamed rice condiments like Crushed Papad/Raita/Cilantro/Aachar/Lemon/Chilli and carrot pickle. Presented in Tiffin.
Dessert - Rasmalai Panna cotta (Missed the Ras malai touch) set well, could have been better, however the molten chocolate with vanilla Ice cream was good baked well.
Overall - This place has a lot of potential if marketed well. USP = Price. Ambiance is good. Comfort food. Will be back for sure, till then cheers.