Where to get the best aamras puri in Mumbai

Aamras-puri at Kalbadevi’s

Nothing spells summer like a chilled vati of aamras, served with a side of fluffy puris. With the season of mangoes upon us, restaurants in the city have started procuring the choicest of produce to whip up this summer delicacy. Feel like ordering a plate home or heading out for a bite? We've got you covered.

Shree Thaker Bhojanalay is served from March to June along with their famous Gujarati thali

Shree Thaker Bhojanalay, Kalbadevi: This iconic eatery that dates back to 1945 is one of the first in the city to start serving aamras-puri, as soon as the Alphonsos make their way to Mumbai in early March. Krishna Purohit, manager at Shree Thaker Bhojanalay, says, "We have been serving aamras-puri for around 75 years. It's a strictly seasonal dish that we serve between March-April and June. In the peak season we serve Alphonso aamras, and later, switch to a mix of mangoes, such as Rajapuri, Langda, Dussehri, etc." The sweet dish accompanies their famous Gujarati thali, and on weekends, one can help themselves to unlimited servings. "We also make mango halwa, shrikhand and barfi in the season," he says, adding that they take delivery orders over call.
At: 31, Dadiseth Agiary Lane, Kalbadevi.
Call: 7021742644
Cost: Rs 550 for Gujarati thali on weekdays; Rs 700 on weekends

High Point, Andheri: If you're in the suburbs, near Lokhandwala, drop by this joint that's popular for its extensive shakes and juices menu, and grab a plate of their aamras, or aamras-puri. Their online menu on food delivery apps also shows a range of other seasonal mango treats, such as a yummy mango with cream option, lassi and milkshake.
At: Shop no. 1 & 2, Citizen Apartments, 3rd Cross Road, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West.
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Call: 66935060
Cost: Rs 140 onwards for aamras; Rs 190 onwards for aamras-puri

Shuruwat, Ghatkopar: A hotspot for vegetarian street food, this eatery serves a wide range of south Indian, Chindian and north Indian fare, along with a mean aamras-puri in the summers that's easy on your pocket.
At: Opposite Neelkanth Business Park, Vidya Vihar, Ghatkopar West.
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Call: 8828488284
Cost: Rs 80 for a plate

Aamras at Pancham Puriwala is served with different types of puris

Pancham Puriwala: Aamras fans swear by this Fort restaurant's version of the summer delicacy. Owner-partner Sandeep Sharma of the pre-Independence puri heaven notes that aamras-puri is a relatively recent addition to their expansive menu, dating back a couple of decades. "Our speciality is the freshness of mangoes that we have been sourcing from a trusted seller for years, and of course, the puris, for which we're known," he adds. Get spoilt for choice with options ranging from aamras with sada puri and masala puri to five other kinds of puris.
At: 8/10, Perin Nariman Street, Fort.
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Call: 8104827851
Cost: Rs 120 onwards

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