Best places to enjoy al fresco dining in Mumbai

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As the temperatures slowly start to soar, evenings offer a much needed respite from the heat. The evening breeze also adds to the pleasantness of outdoor dining. While Mumbai is dotted with multiple al fresco dining options, we've curated a list of the city's best restaurants and cafes for Mumbaikars to have a relaxed evening at.

Latin-Asian soiree

Khar's hottest new restaurant, Tori serves lip-smacking Latin-Asian fare. The 86-seater restaurant is done up in sombre hues of greys with Oriental neon murals popping out and offers indoor-outdoor seating. Their extensive menu spans diverse cuisines across Latin America and Asia and includes several vegetarian and vegan options such as dairy-free horchata made of rice milk and watermelon tuna. With plenty of ramen, sushi, ceviche, and poke bowls, Tori caters to varied preferences. The Tuna ceviche (INR 1100), Miso roasted sweet potato (INR 340), Spicy Salmon (INR 580), and Laksa (INR 600 onwards) come recommended.

AT: 21, Pali Hill Rod, Union Park, Khar West
TIME: 12- 3:30 PM, 7-11:30 PM, Tuesday to Saturday, 12- 11:30 PM Sunday
CALL: 9833373888

Date night ready

Among the most popular dining spots in the city, Olive Bar and Kitchen is famed for serving delightful European favourites. The white-washed restaurant offers outdoor seating and is ideal for stepping out on date night or a night out with your girls. Their menu includes a number of salads, the classic Olive Caesar salad (INR 475) is a must try. For something heavier, one can indulge in Ricotta and goat cheese tartine (INR 575), or Mushroom and corn baked phyllo (INR 825). Their extensive range of pastas, from Goat cheese and potato cannelloni (INR 800) to Lamb Bolognese with fettuccine (INR 1050) is sure to impress all pasta lovers.

AT: 14, Union Park, Near Pali Hill Tourist Hotel, Khar
TIME: Mon-Sun 12- 11:30 PM
CALL: 7208478228
Log onto: www.olivebarandkitchen.com

Goan delight

Serving Goan and Portuguese inspired dishes; O Pedro is the closest we can get to authentic Goan flavours. The BKC-based restaurant offers a casual patio style outdoor seating which is best for breezy evenings. Their menu includes classics such as Chicken Xacuti (Rs 675), Beryl Fish Curry (Rs 750), and Beryl Prawn Curry (Rs 850). While Xacuti has a spicy tamarind base, the fish and prawn curries have the traditional coconut base. Those in the mood for something else can try Portuguese Tomato Rice (Rs 650), Red Snapper Ceviche (Rs 625), and Purple Yam Dangar (Rs 425).

AT: Unit 2, Plot C 68, Jet Airways - Godrej, Bandra Kurla Complex
TIME: 12- 11:30 PM, Wednesday to Sunday
CALL: 750652554
LOG ONTO: https://www.opedromumbai.com/

Breakfast for dinner

Bagels are popular across the globe for being a breakfast delicacy or a quick snack. The Bagel Shop offers a range of bagels, bagel sandwiches, smoothie bowls, appetizers, and mains. While the Onion and garlic bagel (INR 80) cannot be missed, the Philly cheese sandwich (INR 225), Smoked chicken ham sandwich (INR 399), and Freaky streaky bacon bagel (INR 395) are a hit among patrons. The Homestyle roast chicken (INR 550) and Pali Village prawn curry rice (INR 550) are also recommended if you are in the mood for something heavier.

AT: 30, Pali Mala Road, Carter Road, Bandra West
TIME: 9 AM-10:30 PM Monday to Sunday
CALL: 6050178

Tapas, shawarma, and more

The Little Door is a casual dining option for a night out with friends. Their menu includes tapas favourites Bruschetta (INR 273), Croquetas (INR 393), Patatas bravas (INR 273), and Pinchos (INR 423). For the health conscious, their Mediterra salad (INR 363) with sumac, zatar, and pita croutons is the ideal option. Recommended mains here include the Lebanese Chicken Shawarma (INR 303), Cottage Cheese Steak (INR 453), and Funghi pizza (INR 603). If you are fond of falafel, do not miss out on Creamy Avocado Hummus (INR 363) served with falafel, pita, and roasted veggies.

AT: B 31, Ground Floor, Shree Siddhivinayak Plaza, New Link Road, Veera Desai, Andheri West
TIME: 5- 11:30 PM Monday to Saturday, 12- 11:30 PM Sunday
CALL: 8068974821

Horses around

Gallops at the Mahalaxmi Race Course, is one of those restaurants you visit not just because of the food, but also because of the ambience. The charming outdoor seating area amid the lush green racecourse is lit with fairy lights and candles. Their menu offers a wide variety of mouth-watering North Indian, seafood, and continental dishes. Top dishes to try here are the Bacon wrapped prawns, Dum biryani (INR 545 onwards), Chicken dori kabab (INR 545), and Fondue (INR 825).

AT: Mahalaxmi Race Course, KK Marg, Mahalaxmi
TIME: 12- 11 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL 8591093010

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