April Rain

We like it when a restaurant’s name itself can evoke a pleasant image of tranquillity in our minds. Names of condiments of British era are so yesterday, today we like surprises, mystery and humour. Mumbai enjoys a diverse gastronomy scene that seems to be influenced heavily by global cuisine and trendy expectations. But the low side of this culture is that you do not have a peaceful corner to talk over good food. Everywhere you go, you are surrounded by noisy hustle-bustle of Pune’s social scene and this is where ‘April Rain’ comes handy. The name of the restaurant itself is soothing and serene. What they promise through their name, they deliver through a calm ambience. The elegant dining space only elevates the mood promising their patrons with a lot to come. April Rain is one of those ‘no fail’ places where you are guaranteed a good time plus good food.

Regulars enjoy two outlets of April Rain right in the city and at both buzzing locations. At Centriole Mall in Aundh, the restaurant gets a busy chirpy backdrop which is a sharp contrast with the quiet Deccan Gymkhana outlet. What both outlets have in common is elegance and tranquillity. The décors are entirely different from each other. While the PYC April Rain in Deccan Gymkhana sticks to a classy and timeless décor, April Rain at Aundh is more modern and intimate. One is light and airy, while the other is dark and mysterious. Both outlets are lavish in space and have plenty of room to sit comfortably. PYC April Rain’s location at Gymkhana requires the company of a member which they are strict about. Families and friends come here for a private relaxing time.

The menu of April Rain is an enchanting blend of North Indian, Thai, Asian and European cuisines. The global side of the menu attracts many patrons who are well acquainted with refinements of gastronomy. It is best to start with appetizers such as, crétel fish cake, Lebanese veg falafel, chilly basil fish, tom kha soup, gilafi seekh, flambed raan buzkazi, bruschetta, Malaysian chicken satay, crispy vegetable in black pepper sauce and chilgoza malai murg. The mains section is an exhaustive collection of mouth-watering recipes which features assorted curries, rice preparations, pasta, pizzas, Asian gravies, seafood and grilled food. For your sweet tooth, they serve molten lava, tiramisu, malai kulfi, gulab jamun, date pancake rolls and crispy honey noodles with ice cream.