This Diwali, the dining plans can extend beyond the traditional festive spread at home. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed brunch, a Japanese-inspired meal, a multi-course dining experience or a café stop for matcha and dessert, there are plenty of ways to explore the food and beverage scene across Mumbai and Bengaluru. From leisurely afternoons to evenings spent over good food and drinks, here are some spots to consider for the festive break.
For a relaxed festive meal, Sweeney in Khar offers a Thai-inspired take on the traditional brunch format. Its Sunday Thai Brunch features Bangkok-inspired breakfast plates, seafood, crispy bites and desserts such as Mango Sticky Rice 2.0 and Thai Tea French Toast. The experience also includes a Thai-inspired Spritz Bar and a Mango Sticky Rice Waffle Cart, while melodic house beats set the tone in the garden. Adding to the atmosphere, Sweeney Garden Sessions spotlights female DJs, singers, musicians and performers, bringing music into the dining experience.
Location: 759, 5th Lane, opposite Union Bank ATM, Ram Krishna Nagar, Khar, Mumbai
When: Every Sunday, from 11 October onwards
Time: 12 PM onwards
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweeneybombay/
For those planning a leisurely Sunday meal with friends or family over the Diwali break, Baglami offers a brunch spread spanning soups, small plates, sliders, mains and desserts, with vegetarian and chicken options. Highlights include Roasted Cauliflower & Truffle Soup, Harissa Chicken Croquettes, Slow-Roasted Pumpkin Risotto and Classic Pistachio Baklava Sundae. The brunch is complemented by a selection of house-made sangrias, cocktails, wine, beer, Bellinis and Mimosas, while live music adds to the relaxed setting.
Location: BKC 7, INS Tower, Opp. NMACC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai
Time: Every Sunday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Price: Food Only: ₹2,500
Food, Wine, Beer & Sangria: ₹4,500
Food, Cocktail, Wine, Beer & Sangria: ₹5,000
Food, Cocktail, Wine, Beer, Sangria, Bellini & Mimosa: ₹5,500
Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/baglamibombay/?hl=en
This Diwali, head to Supa San in Bandra for a Japanese dining experience that brings together food, cocktails and music. Located on the 14th floor of Mansionz One on Linking Road, the restaurant draws inspiration from the Japanese izakaya, with a menu spanning more than 100 dishes across The Counter, The Grill and The Pot. Highlights include Renkon Chīzu Gyōza, Nasu Dengaku, Japanese tempura, sushi and robata-grilled dishes, alongside specialities such as Kamameshi, a rice preparation cooked in an iron pot and unveiled tableside, and Mazeman, a soupless ramen. With vinyl-inspired interiors, dedicated listening spaces, karaoke and an open-to-sky alfresco section, Supa San makes for a lively setting for a festive evening.
Location: 14th Floor, Mansionz One, Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Time: 12 PM – 1:00 AM
Price: ₹3,000 for two
Tokyo Matcha Bar offers a relaxed café setting for a festive catch-up this Diwali. The expanded menu features the Kyoto Garden Matcha, alongside the Monster Cookie Series, Matcha, Coffee and Cocoa, Strawberry Matcha Latte and Cookie Lychee Matcha. Those looking to pair their drinks with a meal can explore Korean Fried Tofu, Butter Garlic Prawns, Katsu Curry & Rice and Dan Dan Noodles. Basque Cheesecake, Tiramisu and Smash Croissants round off the selection, making it a versatile stop for everything from an afternoon coffee to a relaxed meal.
Location: Silvilla House, Chapel Road, next to Lovely Stores, St Sebastian Colony, Ranwar, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Time: 12:00 PM–11:30 PM
Price: ₹1,500 for two
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tokyomatchabar/?hl=en
Yauatcha Bengaluru offers two vegetarian tasting experiences, Taste of Yauatcha and The Supreme Taste of Yauatcha, inviting guests to explore Cantonese flavours through a multi-course meal this festive season. The menus feature dishes spanning soups and salads, dim sum, mains and desserts, including Vegetable Crystal Dumpling, Vegetable Char Siu Bun, Fried Turnip Cake with Vegetables, Spicy Aubergine with Okra and French Beans, Szechuan Mapo Tofu and Stir-Fry Vegetable in Curry Sauce, served with rice or noodles, followed by Chocolate Pebble and a choice of ice cream or sorbet, with beverages included in the respective experiences.
For festive gifting, Yauatcha presents House of Fortune, a patisserie collection created in collaboration with Giggling Monkey Studio, featuring petits gâteaux such as Chocolate Fudge with praline crunch and caramel, Milk Chocolate Pecan Pie and Peach Melba with mandarin and peach, alongside delicate macarons and mooncakes in flavours such as Coconut Malai and Carrot and Mawa. Available for dine-in across Yauatcha outlets in Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru, as well as for purchase, the collection brings together a selection of sweet indulgences to share with loved ones and enjoy at festive gatherings this Diwali.
Location: Level 5, Lido Mall, 1 MG, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Halasuru, Bengaluru
Time: 12 PM–10:30 PM
Supreme Taste of Yauatcha Price: ₹1855+ per person
Taste of Yauatcha Price: ₹1415+ per person.
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