Poila Baisakh is here, which means it’s time to soak in and celebrate the spirit of Bangaliana. And what better way to do it than through food. The Bengali New Year symbolizes a new beginning, a fresh start, and it should always be filled with a lot of happiness, joy, and a plate of lip-smacking food. Hit up these places in the city for the best Poila Baisakh food spreads.
Celebrate Poila Baisakh With A Delicious Food Spread At These Places In The City
OMO Bistro
Europe meets Bengal! Savour a delicious amalgamation of two completely different cuisines from two different parts of the world right here at oMo. The bistro has introduced a Poila Baisakh special course, which combines traditional Bengali flavours and staples with European gastronomy. The menu features Deviled Scotch Eggs served with Kasundi and Pickled Onions, Gobindobhog Risotto served with Potato Crisps and Eggplant Tempura, and Jaggery Yoghurt with Pistachio Dust and Almond Candy for dessert.
When: April 14 to April 21
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,299 plus taxes for vegetarians, INR 1,499 plus taxes for non-vegetarians.
Hanglaatherium
Hanglaatherium is hosting a Baisakhi Mahabhoj comprising lavish and tasty combo meals including starters, main course and dessert. Gorge on flavoursome and delicious dishes like Butter Tikka Kebab, Nargisi Kebab, Mutton Biryani, Chicken Biryani, Chicken Kosha, and Mutton Kosha. Finish it all off with a Firni.
When: April 14 to April 17
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,250 plus taxes
Ilish Truly Bong Restaurant
Get into the festive spirit with Ilish Truly Bong Restaurant’s traditional thali comprising authentic dishes: Basmati Rice with Ghee along with a variety of mains like Daab Chingri, Saak Bhaja, Narkeli Mug Dal, Topse Fry, Chingri stuffed Potol Posto, Bhetki Paturi, Mutton Kasha, Aam er Chutney, Papad, Aam Doi, and our favourite Rosogolla. Order a la carte dishes like Pathar Kasha Mangsho, Bhaja Ilish, Bhapa Ilish, Kancha Lonka Mutton, and more.
When: April 13 to April 17
Pocket Pinch: INR 2,100 plus taxes
Chowman
We know Poila Baisakh is usually about gorging on Bengali food but, hey, a little change won’t do any harm right? Especially if it’s mouthwatering Chinese from Chowman! Ditch the traditional for once and enjoy a nice Chinese meal comprising a wide variety of rice, noodles, chicken, fish, prawn, crab, pork, and lamb dishes. Our favourites include Prawn in Mustard Sauce, Kolkata-Style Chilli Chicken, Fried Squid in Chilli Sauce, Rice with Asian Green, Chilli Garlic Noodles, and Seafood Meifoon.
When: April 14 to April 16
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,000 plus taxes
Cafe Drifter
Celebrate the spirit of Bangaliana with Cafe Drifter’s specially curated menu that includes the best of old school Bengali dishes ranging from starters and main course to soothing beverages and dessert. Relish dishes like Chana Kodai Shutir Chop, Kolkata Fish Fry, Hing Alur Dom, Bhaja Muger Dal, Chingri Macher Malai Curry, Kancha Lonka Murgi, Bengali Mutton Curry, Kaju Polao, and Luchi along with tasty drinks like Aam Pora Sharbat and Godhoraj Mojito. End the celebration on a sweet note with Rabdi or Gulab Jamun.
When: April 14 to April 17
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,200 plus taxes
Ozora
Head to the city’s favourite rooftop bar for a lavish Poila Baisakh spread featuring a delectable array of Bengali delicacies like Chicken Kabiraja, Kolkata Fried Fish, Dimmer Devil, Lote Macher Chop, Veg and Non-Veg Thalis. Gorge on taste-tickling desserts Rosogolla, Malpua with Rabri, and Kulfi. Uff! Our mouth’s watering already! And that's not it, by the way! Wash it all down with special cocktails like Gondhoraj Lebur Daiquiri, Panch Phoran Gin Fizz, Calcutta Bengal Rose and more.
When: Until April 20
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,500 plus taxes
The Country House
This beautiful cafe is serving some mindblowing dishes with local flavours. Head here with your SO or your squad and gorge on a scrumptious spread comprising dishes like Country Beach Fish Finger, Fish n Chips, Grilled Fish in Cream Sauce, Grilled Lemon Pepper Fish Sizzler, and Panko Crumbed Chicken Strips, to name a few. Order a Gondhoraj Ginger Fizz on the side. End the meal on a sweet note with Mango Mishti Doi Parfait.
When: Until April 16
Pocket Pinch: INR 800
Benjamin Bangalee
Ring in the Bengali New Year with special thalis from Benjamin Bangalee. They’ve introduced a wide range of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian thali options starting at just INR 499. The vegetarian thali comprises all-time favourites Sukto, Alubhaja, Alu Posto, Basanti Pulao, and Channar Dalna while the mutton and chicken thalis consist of Chingri Malai Curry, Pabda Sorshe and Mutton Kasha. Definitely try the Special Non-Veg Thali comprising dishes like Doi Pona, Katla Kalia, Elish Bhapa, Thakur Barir, Kasha Mangsho, and more.
When: April 13 to April 15
Pocket Pinch: INR 499 plus taxes
Fairfield By Marriott
Head to Fairfield’s restaurants Kava and The Mangrove for a special Poila Baisakh spread specially curated by their in-house team. The lavish buffet offers different cuisines comprising dishes like Topse Mach Bhaja, Borisaler Mangsher Chop, Dhakai Macher Jhol, Crispy Fish in Penang Curry, Kung Pao Chicken, and Potoler Dorma, to name a few. Don’t miss out on the desserts (Tiramisu, Jalebi, Malpua, and Baked Chocolate Rosogolla) because they’re too good. Best part? There’s live music too!
When: April 15
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,999 plus taxes
Canteen Pub & Grub
This one has introduced Canteen-er Noboborsho Thali, which offers vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis along with unlimited beer and refreshing summer mocktails for those who aren’t into alcohol. The thalis feature items like Moong Dal, Jhuri Aloo Bhaja, Dhokar Dalna, Chanar Kofta, Echor Chingri, Pabdar Teljhal, and Mutton Kosha along with sweets like our beloved sandesh and rosogolla. They’ve also got DJ performances lined up for your entertainment.
When: April 14 to April 16
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,399 plus taxes for vegetarian thali, INR 1,599 plus taxes for non-vegetarian thali
Kebab-E-Que, The Astor Hotel
The Astor Hotel’s Kebab-E-Que is offering a lunch and dinner buffet comprising classic Bengali dishes along with a refreshing selection of beverages and dessert. Start off with appetisers like Bagh Bazar er Lorai er Chop, Narkol Diye Posto Bora, and Cabin-Kitchen's Bhetki Macher Chop while sipping on some Basil Shorbot or Paka Bel. They’ve also got live Anushagnik Bhorta, Bhaja and Bata sections offering an array of delicacies as well as main course comprising vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Head to the Achar Chutney and Papad section for accompaniments and the Mishti Mukh section for sinful desserts.
When: April 15 to April 16
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,600 all inclusive
The Empty Head
Revel in the Poila Baisakh spirit at The Empty Head while gorging on a delectable meal for lunch or dinner. Their Bengali New Year menu includes dishes like Steamed Rice, Moong Dal with Green Peas, Brinjal Fry, Potato Julienne Fry, Alu Jhinga Posto, Prawn Malai Curry, Daab Chingri, and Mutton Kosha. Vegetarians can gorge on some delicious Malai Kofta and Paneer Butter Masala. They’ve also got an evening menu comprising Fish Fry, French Fries with Tatar Sauce, Bengali-Style Chicken Cutlet, and Chicken Kabiraji along with beer buckets and liquor.
When: April 14 to April 16
Pocket Pinch: INR 999 plus taxes for lunch, INR 1,499 plus taxes for dinner
Cafe Yonder
Enjoy a Poila Baisakh Adda at Cafe Yonder with your gang while munching on all-time favourites like Kolkata-style Veg Chop, Fowl Cutlet, Dimer Devil, Fish Chop, Fish Fry, Fish Fingers and Prawn Cutlet. Besides these, they’ve also got a wide selection of salads, pizza, sandwiches, and Asian food as well as tea, coffee, and mocktail options. There’s a live baking section too if you want fresh cakes, muffins, cookies and brownies.
When: Until April 15
Pocket Pinch: INR 700 plus taxes
Warehouse Cafe
Poila Baisakh at Warehouse Cafe is all about celebrating the spirit of Bengal. Their menu consists of items made using local flavours with a twist. So they’ve got Gondhoraj Malai Fish Tikka, Darjeeling Pork Momo, Bhetki Kabiraji, Pokchoy Wrapped Steamed Shorshe Bhetki, Aam Kasundi Paneer Tikka, Pulled Jackfruit Tacos, Chingri Malai Curry, and Kosha Mangsho With Basanti Pulao along with a dessert that is an amazing version of the regular Tres Lech. It’s called Mango Coconut Tres Leche and you must try it.
When: Until April 15
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,200 plus taxes (without alcohol), INR 2,400 plus taxes (with alcohol)
The Corner Courtyard
Indulge in a wide selection of delicious dishes at The Corner Courtyard this Poila Baisakh. Their specially curated menu includes Mushroom Cappuccino Soup, Broccoli Almond Soup, Beetroot Salad, Fish Finger, Fish & Chips, Tempura Prawn, Aqua Pizza, Baked Bengal Bhetki, Peruvian Bhetki, Lamb Tagine, and Achari Fish. The food is so good that you’re gonna leave wanting for more.
When: Until April 15
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,499 plus taxes (without alcohol), INR 2,499 plus taxes (with alcohol)
Milee Droog Coffee & Bistro
This Russian Cafe has also gotten into the festive spirit and has come up with interesting dishes like Classic Kotleti, Turkish Chicken Doner, Russian Shashlik, Grilled Butterflied King Prawn, Indian Spiced Seared Tandoori Prawn, Coffee Licked Lamb Chops, and Bengal's Bhapa Bhetki. End this soul-satisfying meal with their Classic Tiramisu and experience gastronomic heavenly bliss!
When: April 15
Pocket Pinch: INR 1,600 plus taxes
