Mumbai`s 5 pre-independence era eateries
Ainie Rizvi
Pancham Puriwala
It started in 1848, much before India became independent. This iconic corner started as a humble eatery, a small shop with wooden benches kept out for customers
Pritam
With one of the city`s oldest bars, it offers classic cocktails and a stunning whiskey selection. Pritam also features Pritam da Dhaba, an alfresco dining spot
Cafe Mysore
This cafe has existed since 1936. Today, the third generation of the Nayak family is running the restaurant, and my mother, Shanteri Nayak is the current owner
Cafe Excelsior
Established as Novelty in 1887, rebuilt as Excelsior in 1909 and later renamed as New Excelsior in the 70s, this cafe features popular Parsi specialties
Parsi Dairy Farm
From its humble beginnings on Princess Street, this place has churned its way to become the undisputed queen of Mumbai`s dairy scene for a whopping 108 years!
Tiranga Yatra held across Mumbai by BMC