Mumbai’s Top 8 Wholesome Coastal Curries And Where to Find Them
A fresh catch of the city’s best curries
03 May, 2023 by Reeth Naomi Puri
Mumbai is one of the top culinary contributors of the country and is also a melting pot of cuisines and cultures from along the coast. Nothing less than a paradise for pescatarians and curry connoisseurs, we have rounded up a list of the best restaurants in Mumbai to delve into bowl fuls of silky coastal curries.
Dakshin Culture Curry, Mahim, South Mumbai
Though the restaurant is known mainly for its Goan fare, the 'Dakshin Culture Curry' menu highlights dishes from all the Southern states in the country and has many loyal patrons. Diners come here to indulge in their wholesome curries, Seafood lovers will definitely enjoy the ‘Prawns in Raw Mango Curry’, best combined with hot and crispy Appams.
Other must-haves: Mangalore Rawas Ghassi, Kerala Chicken Malabar Curry, Rajma Curry (Kooru Curry), Rassam Soup.
Cost for two: ₹ 1200
Mahesh Lunch Home, Multiple Outlets
A household name when it comes to seafood and curries, It is often the first choice for many foodies in the mood to devour some good crab. They serve a wide range of seafood, making this place a great choice for family meals. They have an abundance of Mangalorean preparations and a variety of tandoori dishes as well. The crab curries are usually in the spotlight for them as signature dishes; do not miss out on the spicy ‘Mangalorean Denji Curry’, you will not be disappointed!
Other must-haves: Butter Garlic Crab, Prawn Koliwada, Bombil Fry, Prawn Ghee Roast, Crab Sukkha.
Cost for two: ₹ 1200
Goa Portuguesa Restobar, Mahim, South Mumbai
A legendary restaurant and the perfect place to relish authentic Goan-Portuguese cuisine. Their consistency is what they are primarily known for, and the amazing food keeps patrons coming back for more and retaining its popularity. The seafood is fresh and of the highest quality. Though traditionally the Goan fish curry is an absolute treat, the ‘Goan Prawn Curry’ is a velvety coconut-based, tamarind-flavored yellow curry best paired with rice and makes for a great meal.
Other must-haves: Recheado Tiger Prawns, Stuffed Pepper Fry Crab, Lamb Chops, Surmai Mandovi, Potato Sacramento.
Cost for two: ₹ 1200
Gajalee, Vile Parle West, Western Suburbs
This particular outlet is the original and the most renowned Gajalee. It is much favored by the locals and tourists. The owners are from Mangalore, and they specialize in seafood preparations on the Maharashtrian coast, with Mangalorean influences on the menu. This is as authentic as it gets when it comes to fresh seafood, which is flown in daily, and freshly ground masalas made for their traditional recipes. They also have many options in the Pomfret section of the menu in which the ‘Special Pomfret Curry’ proves to be the reigning titan on the menu.
Other must-haves: Pomfret Masala Fry, Stuffed Bombil Fry, Mutton Masala Dry, Chicken Liver Masala.
Cost for two: ₹ 700
Ferry Wharf, Reclamation, Bandra West, Western Suburbs
Ferry Wharf is all about coastal seafood and is one of the best seafood restaurants in Mumbai. Tucked away in the lanes of Bandra's Reclamation area, this restaurant's menu offers many seafood delicacies with a Mangalorean touch. Once seated, they bring you a ‘Tasting Platter' with six different types of sauces in which their signature catch of the day is prepared, a very novel way to select your meal! The spicy and tangy ‘Clam Masala Curry’ is a must-try for seafood patrons.
Other must-haves: Bombil Curry, Mutton Nalli Masala, Tiger Prawns Butter Garlic, Lobster Tandoori, Pomfret Pulimunchi.
Cost for two: ₹ 1500
Ministry of Crab, Khar, Western Suburbs
An award-winning restaurant from Colombo is spread over 3 luxurious levels. They have a well-equipped bar on the top floor and a private dining room in the basement. Foodies of Mumbai can enjoy the old classics here, the quality of crabs is top-notch and priced accordingly too. The ‘Clay Pot Prawn Curry’ brings out a homely flavor served with traditional wood-fired 'Kade' Bread.
Other must-haves: Crab Fried Rice, String Hopper Crab Kotthu, Kerala Isshtu, Mangalorean Ghassi, Coconut Creme Brulee.
Cost for two: ₹ 5000
Fresh Catch - Hill Road, Bandra West, Western Suburbs
This newish outpost of the legendary Mahim outlet is known for delicacies from the Konkan coast, the hospitality though remains warm and welcoming. The menu offers home-style North Kanara delicacies prepared with fresh produce from the fishing docks the same day. The herbs and condiments used to make curries, marination, and spice rubs are specially sourced from remote villages across the Konkan coast. The ‘Rawas Harahari Curry’ with Steamed Rice is a popular in-house special best had with ‘baby mango pickle.’
Other must-haves: Prawns Ambotik Curry, Bombil Tawa Fry, Mutton Sukka, Bangda Rechado, Surmai Rossa Curry.
Cost for two: ₹ 1600
Tanjore Tiffin Room, Multiple Outlets
A great no-frills restaurant for a traditional South Indian-style meal. The food is largely focused on Chettinad cuisine, with other South Indian preparations as well. If you are dining in a group you can start with the ‘Tasting Thali’ from which you can sample different curries and then decide which to order. Fish lovers should definitely try the ‘Tamarind Fish Curry’ with Surmai in a homestyle tangy spicy curry that goes best with Appam or Coconut Rice.
Other must-haves: Chicken 65, Mini Gun Powder Idli, Chicken Biryani, Chicken Chettinad, Rice Payasam.
Cost for two: ₹ 1500
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