Le Pain Quotidien

An early morning breakfast when city is just stirring to life is a great way to start a morning. Better still when you can simply sit around reading that current bestseller nursing your cup of coffee. There is nothing better to do on a lazy Sunday morning than to catch up with your reading and stay away from your laptop for a while. This lovely café in Mumbai will help you do just that. For bookworms and early risers in the city, ‘Le Pain Quotidien’ is not just a place for a quiet breakfast but it’s a place of tranquility to do your thing in peace. The café encourages you to step off the fast lane and unwind by yourself. Nestled in Hotel Rodas, Central Avenue, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, Le Pain Quotidien is an ideal place for a cozy romantic date.

The European, French menus they run attracts a lot of patrons with acquired palate. Breakfast seekers can choose between three types of breakfast sets – The Angler, The Farmer and The Desi. Otherwise, their red rice Harissa poha, C.L.T, Eggs Benedict, scrambled eggs or banana oatmeal muffin would do pretty nicely. A tall glass of freshly pressed juice or a cup of freshly brewed coffee will complement your breakfast beautifully. Those going in during lunch or dinner should meet with a vast variety of options. Whet your appetite with, roasted chicken tartines, buffalo mozzarella & tomatoes tartines, bruschetta board, minestrone soup, grilled chicken cobb salad and Scottish smoked salmon tartine. You can make your own salad as well. Second course entails hits like, seared basil chicken, organic penne, slow cooked baby lamb and vegetable stroganoff.

Opt for a glass of wine to cap off the meal. Soothe your sweet tooth with a warm soft-centered chocolate cake, blueberry & coconut flan, apple crumble or coffee & white chocolate cake. Le Pain Quotidien has a lot of daily specials, consult your server before placing an order. The bakery churns out an impressive collection of breads and pastries every day. Prices can be a tad higher for some people. Le Pain Quotidien is an ideal nook to enjoy a relaxing brunch with your girlfriends. The airy sunlit interiors of this charming bakery cum café instantly puts you at ease. Soft yellow lighting uplifts pale wooden décor. Grab a table next to the large bay windows for a lovely city view. Book in advance.