Exploring the Food Culture of Mumbai in 5 Days

  1. Day 1: Colaba Causeway Market and Leopold Cafe
    30 minutes (12 km) from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

    Get immersed in the colorful and vibrant market of Colaba Causeway, where you can taste local street food, spices, and teas while shopping for souvenirs. Head to the iconic Leopold Cafe for lunch, which has been serving delicious food and drinks since 1871.

  2. Day 2: Crawford Market and Bademiya
    30 minutes (9 km) from Colaba Causeway Market

    Visit the ornate Gothic-style structure of Crawford Market, which houses a variety of food shops, including fresh fruits, vegetables, and sweets. Take a stroll in the nearby streets of Mohammed Ali Road to savor delicious kebabs and biryani at the famous Bademiya BBQ.

  3. Day 3: Mahim Khau Galli
    30 minutes (10 km) from Crawford Market

    Explore the hidden gem of Mahim Khau Galli, a street that offers a wide range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian snacks and sweets at pocket-friendly prices. Try the vada pav, misal pav, and falooda at various stalls.

  4. Day 4: Bandra and Haji Ali Dargah
    20 minutes (6 km) from Mahim Khau Galli

    Explore the affluent and trendy suburb of Bandra, starting with the colorful street art and graffiti walls around Chapel Road. Visit Candies, a local favorite for breakfast and baked goods. Later, head to the serene Haji Ali Dargah to try some refreshing nimbu paani, a popular lemonade drink served there.

  5. Day 5: Dadar Parsi Colony and Chai Pe Charcha
    30 minutes (10 km) from Haji Ali Dargah

    Take a guided tour to the serene and charming Dadar Parsi Colony, where you can witness the unique lifestyle and culture of the Parsi community. Finish off the tour with a stop at Chai Pe Charcha, a cozy cafe which serves freshly brewed masala chai and snacks.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Leopold Cafe (1 hour, ₹700)
  • Bademiya BBQ (1 hour, ₹600)
  • Mahim Khau Galli food tasting (2 hours, ₹300)
  • Candies (1.5 hours, ₹500)
  • Guided tour of Dadar Parsi Colony (2 hours, ₹1,000)
  • Chai Pe Charcha (1 hour, ₹200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹3,300

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, you can visit the various food joints at Bandra Hill Road and Bandstand. For a unique experience, try vada pav at Ashok Vada Pav, which is open late into the night. However, if you have limited time, skip Crawford Market and concentrate on other food markets and areas. Additionally, visit Britannia & Co for Parsi cuisine if you like to taste more Parsi cuisine!

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