The concept of Sunday brunch has caught on in a huge way in Mumbai. Many fine dining restaurants in Mumbai now hold all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch buffets, and most of these include the option for unlimited alcohol as well.
Try these restaurants for a delicious Mumbai Sunday brunch.
Indigo
The highly respected Indigo is a long standing Mumbai favorite. It has the honor of being the first restaurant that's not part of an international hotel complex, to serve truly international food in the city. The restaurant’s interesting menu is predominantly inspired from France, Italy, the US and India. It’s also got one of the best wine lists in Mumbai. The Sunday brunch is a real treat and what’s even better is that it’s accompanied by live jazz. All this is enjoyed in a spacious two level Colonial bungalow, complete with lounge and open air balcony. Conveniently located in south Mumbai's Colaba area, it's a must for Mumbai visitors.
- Address: 4 Mandlik Road, Colaba, Mumbai. Ph:(22)6636-8999.
- Cost: 1,800 rupees ($42) including alcohol.
Sun-n-Sand
Sun-n-Sand Hotel
This has to be one of the best value Sunday Brunch buffets in Mumbai. What makes it so special? Complimentary use of the hotel's swimming pool! As for the menu, you'll be able to feast on freshly grilled meat, salmon, carpaccio & cold meat selections, baked breads, tempura, exotic salads, vegetarian & non vegetarian delicacies, and a variety of desserts. Not only that, unlimited beer, wine, and a range of cocktails are included in the price.
- Address: Sun-n-Sand Hotel, 39 Juhu Beach, Mumbai. Ph: (22)6693-8888.
- Cost: 1,400 rupees ($30), plus 12.5% tax.
Blue Frog
Mumbai’s best live music venue now serves a delicious Sunday brunch, along with eclectic live music that varies weekly. The Sunday brunch here isn’t your average lazy Sunday brunch – it’s an extravagant affair that runs from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., featuring a completely open bar (including exotic cocktails) and dancing. Definitely enjoy this one to the fullest!
- Address: Mathuradas Mills Compound, Tulsi Pipe Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Ph:(22)4033-2300.
- Cost: 2,000 rupees ($47) with alcohol.
Olive Bar and Restaurant
Olive aims to re-create the ambiance of a countryside picnic with its “Sunday Wine Picnic” brunch. Olive is a standout place to come for brunch because the importance of good food and wine is really appreciated here. You’ll enjoy unwinding in Olive’s ambient courtyard, while listening to live jazz and dining on a delicious Mediterranean spread.
- Address: Pali Hill Tourist Hotel, 14 Union Park, Khar West, Mumbai (near Carter Road, behind Café Coffee Day). Ph: (22)2605-8228.
- Cost: 1,500 rupees ($32) including alcohol.
Vie Deck and Lounge
Sharell Cook
Come for Sunday brunch at Vie and you’ll be rewarded with one of the best views in Mumbai, right on exclusive Juhu beach. The Mediterranean inspired menu includes made to order fresh pasta and pizza, cooked in front of you while you relax and enjoy the fresh beach air.
- Address: Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai. Ph: (22) 2660-3003.
- Cost: 850 rupees ($20) without alcohol. 1,000 rupees with a beer ($23), 1,200 rupees ($28) with unlimited beer, and 1,600 rupees ($38) with unlimited wine.
Valhalla
The intimate and exclusive Valhalla offers a combination of favourites from breakfast and lunch. The spread is diverse and eclectice and includes different types of eggs, sandwiches, burgers, bagels, risotto, fillet steak, lamb, waffles, pancakes, and cocktails. Yum!
- Address: 1st Floor, East Wing, Eros Theater Building, Churchgate, Mumbai. Ph:(22)6735-3535.
- Cost: 1,800 rupees ($60) including alcohol. 1,450 rupees ($) without alcohol.
Vista
Leonardo Media
Vista, the 24 hour café at the Taj Land’s End Hotel in Bandra, serves a lavish Sunday brunch buffet filled with food from all over the world. It's a gourmet affair that includes caviar, oysters, and chocolate. As you'd expect from it's name, Vista has sweeping ocean views that extend right across Bandra Bandstand to the waves and rocks below.
- Address: Taj Land’s End Hotel, Bandra Bandstand, Mumbai. Ph:(22)6668-1234.
- Cost: 1,900 rupees ($45) without alcohol or 2,100 rupees ($50) with alcohol.
Mezzo Mezzo
Lovers of Italian cuisine must try the Sunday brunch at this contemporary, three leveled Italian restaurant at the imposing JW Marriott in Juhu. Italian food is taken very seriously here and the restaurant brings its chefs all the way from different regions of Italy. It’s not a particularly child friendly place though, so families may want to head for the equally satisfying Sunday brunch buffet at the JW Marriott’s Lotus Café.
- Address: JW Marriott Hotel, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu Beach, Mumbai. Ph: (22)6693-3220.
- Cost: 1,690 rupees ($40) including alcohol or $1,390 rupees ($32) without alcohol.
