The pulsating city of Mumbai is infused with a special kind of magic during the festive season. As Christmas bells chime and the streets light up with twinkling decorations, there is an unforgettable culinary celebration waiting to unfold. The aroma of holiday spices and the promise of delightful feasts beckon, making Mumbai a haven for food lovers. This blog will take you through the city’s most iconic spots that offer a one-of-a-kind Christmas brunch experience.
Best Places In Mumbai For A Merrylicious Christmas Brunch
Hornby’s Pavilion, ITC Grand Central
The Hornby Pavilion, an all-day dining restaurant located in ITC Grand Central, is nothing less than a Christmas wonderland. Its inviting ambiance and festive delights await to tickle your taste buds and serenade your senses. Its assorted holiday buffet menu comprises treats like roasted suckling pig with baked potatoes and applesauce served with roast gravy.
You can also savour the US butterball turkey roulade accompanied by cranberry and roast gravy. Another delectable dish to try at this restaurant is wok-tossed snow peas, Brussel sprouts, and asparagus broccoli topped with Sichuan peppers. Do not forget to save room for sweet treats such as ebony and ivory pate, steamed Christmas plum pudding, and yule log.
Address: 287, Doctor Baba Saheb Ambedkar Road, Parel, Mumbai
When: December 25, 12.30 PM to 3:30 PM
Cost for Two: INR 4,500 excluding taxes
Los Cavos
This year, celebrate Christmas with a Latin twist at Las Cavos and enjoy a lavish feast of world-class dishes. The renowned Peruvian Chef Rafael E Garcia has curated a Christmas-specific menu to make your taste buds dance. You can try Latin America’s most beloved treats, such as roasted creamy cottage cheese, pear and mixed green salad, and corn quinotto croquettes.
In addition to these, you can also enjoy wholesome meals such as chicken picante, cauliflower cau cau, and deep-fried ceviche. The menu includes Nikkei roast pulled turkey, a customary Christmas dish, buff estofado, and braised lamb shanks. Los Cavos’ beverages are worth every penny, with options like Cuban café, Mexican breeze, Machu Pichu snow, and Andean Forest.
Address: Los Cavos, Ground Floor, Kiran Kunj, 24Th Road, Off Linking Road, Bandra West
When: December 22 to 25, 12 PM onwards (Friday to Sunday)
Cost for Two: INR 2,500 (without alcohol)
Ekaa
Embark on a global culinary adventure this Christmas at Ekaa. The highlight of this place is an 8-course menu curated by Chef Niyati Rao, reinventing festive traditions from across the globe. This festive menu is a paradise for every food lover, containing delicacies such as achappams and rose cookies from Kerala and reconstructed kadio podio from Bandra.
However, Chef Niyani's globally-inspired culinary collection does not end here. It also consists of japchae, a Korean delight, christopsomo from Greece, and sorpotel from Portugal and Goa. Ekaa's signature touch adds a magical twist to these evergreen favourites, making every bite a celebration.
Address: Kitab Mahal, 1st Floor, D Sukhadwala Road, Azad Maidan Fort
When: 25 December, 12.30 PM to 3:30 PM
Cost for Two: INR 4,000
Poco Loco
At Poco Loco, the chefs have spun a festive feast bursting with colour and flavour. Your senses will get lured into the green green festive queen soup, a vibrant and palatable ode to the season. The very merry cranberry pollo supreme assures an explosion of flavours, while the strawberry ceviche delivers a refreshing twist.
The desserts at Poco Loco are the ultimate soother for your sweet cravings. Their plum cake, topped with vanilla ice cream, is a must-try. You will be spoilt for beverage choices between a very merry martini, winter wonderland, and Dr. Loco’s eggnog.
Address: 99, Navish House, Building 87, S.V. Road, Khar
When: 25 December, 12 PM onwards
Cost for Two: INR 2,000 (including alcohol)
Loca Maria
Relish a truffle-infused Christmas fiesta at Loca Maria, where Spanish Chef Manuel Olveira offers a culinary masterpiece with his black truffle menu. This holiday-specific collection contains exotic dishes such as truffle steak tartare, truffled baked brie, and Norwegian salmon tartar.
You can also feast on international delights such as morels & truffle risotto, and cacio e pepe tartufo. Do not forget to taste the perfection of pollo fricassee a la trufa, a roasted chicken breast meal. But Loca Maria is not just about the food; it also ensures your spirits are high with festive concoctions like Santa’s secret slush, jungle bird jingles, and sip and sleigh.
Address: La Loca Maria, Fatima Villa, 29th Road, Pali Hill, Bandra West
When: 25 December, 12 PM to 3 PM
Cost for Two: INR 4,500 excluding taxes
Olive Bar and Kitchen
The Olive Bar and Kitchen in Bandra offer a Christmas feast fit for royalty. It serves decadent festive appetisers such as ratatouille tarts, Christmas salad, and green beans sauteed in rich peanut butter. The indulgence goes beyond the ordinary with dishes like lamb kefte accompanied by tzatziki, nutritious baked winter vegetables and caprese frittata.
The spread gets even more tempting with a mini bagel station, crepe-based snacks, and pizzas. Similarly, a carving station serves roast lamb leg, oven-roasted vegetables, whole-roasted turkey, and pork belly with maple glaze. Round off your snacks and main course with refreshing cocktails and heavenly desserts.
Address: 14, Nargis Dutt Road, Union Park, Khar West
When: 25 December, 12 PM to 4 PM
Cost for Two: INR 2,000 (without alcohol)
BlueBop Café
Jazz up your Christmas at BlueBop Café as their seasonal menu transforms your brunch into a memorable festive symphony. Your taste buds will thank you for the lip-smacking medley of Christmas chicken salad, vegetable-baked pie, and roasted chicken.
BlueBop Café’s Christmas tree veg pizza and gingerbread & dark chocolate gelato are a dream come true for every foodie. Wash it all down with comforting sips of hot chocolate, Christmas sour, and classic eggnog. As the icing on the cake, enjoy a complimentary dessert with the order of any two delights from the Christmas menu.
Address: 318, Linking Road, Khar West
When: 25 December, 12 PM onwards
Cost for Two: INR 2,400 (without alcohol)
Novotel Mumbai International Airport
Rejoice in the cheerful spirit of Christmas as Novotel Mumbai International Airport is bringing festive magic to their all-day dining outlet. Located at Food Exchange, this place will serve the season’s most beloved delicates on 24 and 25 December. Their menu is filled with mouth-watering treats like yule logs, mince pies, ginger cookies, and plum cakes.
The culinary enchantment will continue on Christmas day with an extravagant brunch, offering stuffed turkey and roast quails. Besides soul-soothing meals, Novotel also has a full-fledged bar, offering assorted options for beverages that echo the spirit of the joyful season.
Address: Cts 1359, Marol, Andheri, Kurla Road
When: 24 and 25 December, 12.30 PM to 4 PM
Cost for Two: INR 3,500 (without alcohol)
O Pedro
Make your holidays merry and bright at O Pedro because nothing says Christmas like a touch of Goan magic. This upscale restaurant is hosting twelve days of Christmas feast, starting from December 13th. Its highlight is the ala-carte menu, which promises to elevate your celebration with appetizers such as Mario’s green masala clams, roasted lamb chops, seafood bhakri, and chicken cafreal.
Their vast menu comprises pork belly vindaloo, smoked pork sorpotel, chicken pot pie, and Mama Beryl’s Christmas pulao. And let us not forget the sinful desserts – Nana’s Christmas cake, plum cake ice-cream sandwich, bolo de vinho, and rose cookies.
Address: Unit 2, Ground Floor, Jet Airways-Godrej BKC Building, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra-East
When: 25 December, 12 PM onwards
Cost for Two: INR 3,500 (without alcohol)
Pro-Tip
In the bustling streets of Mumbai, these Christmas brunch spots serve delectable dishes ranging from INR 1,000 to 3,000 per person. However, it is a limited-time affair. Blink, and you might miss the chance to savour these festive delights. Reserve your tables in advance so you do not miss out on flavours customised for the Christmas season.
