Mumbai's food scene has always been very fast-moving and full of flavour. But lately, we've noticed something shifting. A new generation of chefs is taking charge, reimagining what food can look and taste like. They are not following any trends, but setting them. They're blending global techniques with local ingredients, thinking beyond the plates, and creating dining experiences where food tells a story. From fine-dining tasting menus to ingredient-led experiments, these chef-led restaurants are shaping how Mumbai eats, and we're here for it.
Chef-Led Restaurants In Mumbai That Are Changing The Way We Eat
Overview
- 1. Ekaa
- 2. Masque
- 3. The Bombay Canteen
- 4. Folk
- 5. Banng
- 6. Gaijin
- 7. Ziya
- 8. Wasabi by Morimoto
- 9. Motodo Pizzeria
Here's A List Of Chef-Led Restaurants In Mumbai You’ve Got To Try
Ekaa
Ekaa by Chef Niyati Rao is small, but thoughtful and relentlessly ingredient-focused. The idea behind it was to showcase how Indian dining should actually feel with spare interiors, seasonal menus, and dishes that are not a hassle to order. The menus change often at Ekaa, and if you love a restaurant where there's storytelling through food, this one's a must-visit.
Google Rating: 4.5/5
Price For Two: INR 4,000
Timings: 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM and 7 PM to 1:30 AM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 099876 57989
Masque
If you want experimental Indian eating that still feels rooted, Masque is the place. Led by Varun Totlani, the tasting menu runs on seasonal produce sourced from across India, where there's technique and a real sense of place on every palate. Whenever your plate arrives at Masque, it feels like chapters in a story about places and seasons. If you want a dining experience that feels like a trip that has been specially curated through India's terroirs, book a table at Masque.
Google Rating: 4.7/5
Price For Two: INR 13,000
Timings: 7 PM to 11:30 PM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 098190 69222
The Bombay Canteen
Ask any Mumbai local, and we bet they're aware of The Bombay Canteen. This restaurant has made regional Indian food feel youthful and worth celebrating. There's your classic pantry flavours along with small plates and twists on your childhood favourites. You can even find cocktails that use Indian spices. The Bombay Canteen, like the name suggests, is the perfect place for groups who love food and sharing.
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Price For Two: INR 1,700
Timings: 12 PM to 1:30 AM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 088808 02424
Folk
Folk by Jasleen Marwah is like a love letter to regional Indian food, especially Kashmiri food. Marwah has pulled home recipes and lesser-known regional dishes, turning them into shareable plates that are super comforting. The seating is perfect for long meals where conversation matters as much as the cooking.
Google Rating: 4.5/5
Price For Two: INR 2,000
Timings: 12 PM to 11 PM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 098204 53001
Banng
Banng is Chef Gamira Arora's brainchild. With Banng, she folds her travel memories from Bangkok into Thai inspiration and precise technique right here in Mumbai. It's that bold Bangkok-meets-Mumbai experiment we all desperately needed. Here, you can find street bites upstairs, elevated bowls downstairs. It's in collaboration with Riyaaz Amlani, the brain behind SOCIAL, so you can expect smart street-food riffs, dramatic plated courses, and a lively table.
Google Rating: 4.4/5
Price For Two: INR 1,500
Timings: 12 PM to 3:30 PM and 7 PM to 1 AM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 091520 84422
Gaijin
Gaijin is Mumbai's take on Japanese food designed through the lens of an Indian chef. Started by Chef Anand Morwani alongside Rohan Mangalorkar and Karan Gaba, the place offers excellent sushi with creative yakitori and nigiri that nod to local flavours. On days when you want clean, confident plates that you can trust without any fuss, this is your stop.
Google Rating: 4.5/5
Price For Two: INR 4,000
Timings: 12 PM to 3 PM and 7:30 PM to 1:30 AM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 085916 15552
Ziya
Led by Chef Vineet Bhatia, Ziya at The Oberoi balances nostalgia and modern technique with its intricate preparations and refined plates. The menu is limited, but reimagined towards big and bold flavours. This fine-dining space is ideal for grand celebrations or those who prefer composed meals with high attention.
Google Rating: 4.5/5
Price For Two: INR 5,500
Timings: 12:30 PM to 3 PM and 7 PM to 11 PM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 022 6632 6210
Wasabi by Morimoto
Wasabi by Morimoto, led by celebrity chef Masaharu Morimoto, brings the authentic Japanese experience to Colaba at The Taj Mahal Palace. The focus here is on world-class seafood, precise knife work, and preparations done without any compromise. If you take your sushi and sashimi seriously, this is your spot, because they do, too. Make sure to try their signature omakase if available.
Google Rating: 4.5/5
Price For Two: INR 11,000
Timings: 12:30 PM to 2:45 PM and 7 PM to 11:45 PM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 022 6665 3366
Motodo Pizzeria
Chef Ritu Dalmia brings her signature Italian flair to Mumbai with Motodo Pizzeria. It's a casual setting with food that's comforting and absolutely delicious. The pizzas here are crisp, and the sauces are elevated. This place is proof that 'chef-led' does not always mean fine dining, and sometimes it's about doing simple food just really well.
Google Rating: 4.2/5
Price For Two: INR 2,200
Timings: 12 PM to 12 AM
Social Media: Instagram
Contact: 085918 02205
