15 Places In South Mumbai For Delicious Food During Ramadan
Ramadan is here. That time of the year when your love for food is tested. You get so many lip-smacking varieties of food during this month that you feel you’re missing out on so many good dishes. Even though Ramadan is more about giving up your bad habits, no foodie would ever consider eating delicious food as a bad habit and the for people who are not fasting during Ramadan, it is like a food festival that lasts for a month. Mumbaikars have always been in the first row when there’s food on display and Ramzan food in Mumbai is to die for. Given their love for food, we came with the ‘tried and tasted’ list of best places in South Mumbai for Delicious Food During Ramadan –
1. Bade Miyan
Bade Miyan needs no introduction to the South Bombay people, it is perhaps the most famous food joint for foodies. And during Ramadan the popularity of Bade Miyan doubles as they open another stall at Minara Masjid.
Where : Next to Minara Masjid Gate
What to Try : Haleem, Zaban So
2. Barah Handi
If you haven’t tasted the special Barah Handi’s Paaya yet, Ramadan would be a perfect time to visit. The name comes from 12 Handis that they use to make different items, paaya being their specialty.
Where : Crawford MarketWhat to Try : Pichota Paaya
3. Chinese -n-Grill
Don’t let the name make you pass by before looking at the menu. It is not your regular Chinese joint where you eat over spicy, non-authentic Chinese. No Sir, this one is a foodies delight and South Mumbaikars crowd this joint all year long.
Where : Mohammad Ali RoadWhat to Try : Nalli Nihari with Sheermal
4. Marhaba Fast Food
Another hidden gem located near Minara Masjid, their chicken roll is to die for. If you haven’t tried Marhaba’s rolls yet, now would be the best time.
Where : Opposite Minara MasjidWhat to Try : Baida Roti and Chicken Roll
5. Hindustan Restaurant
You might not find this place listed all over the internet, but ask a local and he’d guide you to Hindustan Restaurant and eat with you too. Hindustan Restaurant is famous for their Kebabs and there is something about those little kebabs that you won’t be able to resist.
Where : Opposite Minara MasjidWhat to Try : Chhote Kebab
6. Noor Mohammadi Hotel
The place might not give the best feeling but remember, you’re there for the food which would not disappoint you. The place is famous for Chicken Sanju Baba named after Sanjay Dutt.
Where : Bhendi Bazaar JunctionWhat to Try : Chicken Sanju Baba, Chicken Hakeemi
7. Delhi-zaika
If you love Mughlai food, Delhi-zaika would not disappoint you. The place is not only a non-vegetarian’s paradise, it is also easy on the pockets.
Where : NagpadaWhat to Try : Bheja Nalli Nahari and Chicken Barra Cream
8. Noorani Milk Center
What better way to end the day with some delicious dessert. Noorani has existed for decades and has managed to keep their customers happy with consistency. If you are a sweet-tooth, Noorani’s Malpua with rabdi would take you an imaginary sweet-land, you’d never want to leave. Yes, they are that good.
Where : Next to Minara MasjidWhat to Try : Badam Milk and Malpua with Rabdi
9. Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar
JBDD’s Biryani brings people from all over the city to South Bombay and it is worth any travel. Jaffer Bhai specializes in Mughlai dishes and biryanis, which makes it a must visit place during Ramadan.
Where : Grant Road or Mohammad Ali RoadWhat to Try : Biryani and Mughlai Dishes
10. Shalimar Bhindi Baazar
Another regular joint that attracts the SoBo crowd, all year long. Sharwama lovers can be seen around this place everyday and during Ramadan the crowd doubles.
Where : Bhendi BazaarWhat to Try : Shawarma and Falooda , Malpua with rabdi (Only During Ramadan)
11. Taj Ice cream
Ice-cream anyone? If you like homemade ice-creams, you’ve found the best place for ice-cream in Mumbai. Taj Ice-cream is one desi stop for all the ice-creams you’d ever want to eat.
Where : Bohri MohallaWhat to Try : Handmade ice cream
12. JJ Jalebi
Another delight for sweet-tooths, JJ Jalebi is one of the most famous and sweetest joints in Mumbai. They even have a Facebook page where people posting their pictures eating their jalebis.
Where : Near JJ Hospital JunctionWhat to Try : Jalebi
13. Fatima Bibi’s Saandal
You may not know her name but you must have seen her making Saandal near Mohommad Ali road. Saandal is a delicious rice made sweet dish best serve with Dudh Malai which Fatima Biwi serves.
Where : Minara Masjid LaneWhat to Try : Special Malai Saandal
14. Suleman Mithaiwala
Did someone say Malpua? You are not qualified to call yourself a sweet-tooth if you don’t crave malpuas once in a while. Suleman Mithawala serves the best Malpuas in town, hands down!
Where : Mohammad Ali RoadWhat to Try : Firni, Ras Malai and Malpua
15. Imam Sharbat
Nothing completes a delicious diet better than a cold sharbat and what place is better than Imam Sharbat. Located in Bohri Mohalla, Imam serves cold sharbats in many flavors. Something you just can’t miss if you’ve had a heavy dinner.
Where : Bohri MohallaWhat to Try : Mango and Watermelon Sharbat
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