Atria Mall

Bombay's New Gourmet Destination

It has been showering new restaurants in Bombay, and not just in the busy and bustling neighbourhoods. So now that Atria has become a new gourmet destination of Bombay, we join in the excitement to bring to you a review of our favourites.

Mustard

Goa’s favourite Bengali-French cuisine restaurant Mustard was probably first among the new restaurants that brought a new vibrancy to the mall with its launch in the ground floor of Atria. The relaxed eatery is designed with a classic French vibe with open pink windows, wooden tables, floral upholstery and gentle colours adorning the interiors. The uncluttered Mustard has successfully attempted to maintain the quaint and tranquille ambience of a Goan bungalow in the bustling city of Bombay. Mustard, named after the common ingredient between French and Bengali food, features the two cuisines in their exclusive light, without forceful fusions. The restaurant serves classic Bengali dishes like dal puri, fish curry and rice, bhapa doi and malpua along with a variety of modern dishes like Bengali Mezze Platter served with a Baqarkhani Roti, Palong Chhanar Kofta, a preparation of paneer kofta encased in spinach leaves served in a gravy and Aam Doi for dessert. The French menu too is extensive, with delicious salads including Tartare de Tomates and Roasted Beetroot Salad. Other French offerings include Cheesy Polenta Croquettes, Olive Tepenade and Spoon Rabbit with Roosemary Jus. It is a difficult choice between Absinthe Ice Souffle and Warm Chocolate Tart for dessert. After a sumptous meal come the nightcaps, an interesting menu of post-meal cocktails including a brandy based Mishti Doi and Saffron Negroni, a saffron infused martini. Each dish here has a heartening story behind it, from the roots of the dish to the way it was created. Bringing together food from two rich culinary cultures, Mustard very easily became one of Bombay's new favourite restaurants, while also making Atria Mall a lively spot again.

Ph: 022 3312 6797
Meal for two: Approximately
Rs 2500 + taxes, without alcohol

Global Fusion Grandeur
Recognising the growing crowds attracted to Atria, China Gate Hospitality launched Global Fusion Grandeur, bringing the popular Sunday brunch buffet closer to town with its opening at Atria. From the restaurateurs that bring you popular eateries like Bora Bora and Caravan Serai, this restaurant serves a journey around the world through their elaborate offerings. The Sunday brunch includes a cold sushi and seafood bar along with a vast display of Dim sums and other starters. Making it convenient for diners, the starters display has tokens which one can collect and give to the waiters on the table. Freshly prepared starters that you order will then be served directly at the table. The wide array of choices on the starters table will leave you full, but the mains that are kept simple will tempt you to try the dal makhani and rice or the fish curry with tandoori rotis or steamed breads. What’s not to miss here is the choices of desserts one can enjoy. In keeping with the global fare served in the savouries, the desserts too are elaborate. From halwa, cham cham and gulab jamum to chocolate mousse, carrot cake and red velvet pastries, this buffet has it all. Enjoy a good brunch with your family here; there’s something for everyone’s taste.

Mob: 9167666731
Sunday Brunch: Rs. 1,700 with mocktail

Tap Repose

Lunch in style at the gorgeously designed outdoor seating at Tap Repose. You can find everything trendy here, right from the décor to the cuisine and presentation. A variety of appetisers that spoil you for choice include the Bird’s Nest Chaat where sev forms the ‘nest’ and two dahi vadas form neatly laid ‘eggs’; the all-black in colour Charcoal Pav Bhaji and the very popular Mezze Platter. For the mains you can try the Braised Chicken with Truffle Wine Sauce served alongside black rice, or go Indian with Palak Paneer Kofta in Makhani Gravy. Dal Khichdi Afgani Style too is a relaxing humble option here. Order fascinating drinks like the unspiked Malabar Mojito served in a whole coconut, or Mud Pot that looks like a pot of brownie, but is actually a surprising mocktail. In the evening, Tap transforms to a happening party spot, with a vast indoor space and a designated area for scheduled performances like live music, bands and even stand-up comedy. Prices of food and drinks vary from day to evening and weekday to weekends.

Ph: 022 67302938
Meal For Two: Approximately Rs 1800 + taxes with alcohol

Mizu

Adding to the fine-dine experience at this opulent mall, Vedant Malik launched his restaurant Mizu, bringing the concept of modern Asian izakaya dining to Bombay for the first time. An izakaya is a typical, casual Japanese pub where people relax after work with a tipple or two. While the concept is Japanese to its core, the food here at Mizu interestingly, has a touch of Indian spices and flavours to it. Chef Lakhan Jethani has created his own interpretation of the dishes that have their roots in the Japanese cuisine. Chef Lakhan is particular about maintaining perfection in his ingredients, and for this, Mizu has outsourced an exclusive hydroponic greenhouse to grow a few special Japenese herbs for the restaurant. While you're at Mizu, sit back at the comfortable lavish setting and relax with a glass of Pineapple Togarashi, a drink that is a burst of flavours. Enjoy Japanese small plates that go well with your drinks, with offerings like Cold Noodle Salad and Local Seafood Tempura; also try the Baos, Gyozas– pan-seared dumplings, Ramen, Donburi– rice bowls and other one-pot group meals. Don't miss the desserts, the Matcha Aduki Apple is beautifully plated, and is as delicious as it looks.

Ph: 022 2481 3333
Meal For Two: Approximately Rs 4,000 + taxes without alcohol

Talli Turmeric

Desi by heart, this exquisite restaurant serves the real flavour, no frills no gimmicks. You can enjoy an expanse of cuisine ranging from the North to South, East to West and the heart of India. Be greeted at your table with a complimentary Chilled Turmeric Latte Shot, an introduction to the key ingredient celebrated in the menu. You can expect melt-in-mouth Galouti Kebabs, Paneer Khurchan which is a Punjabi specialty, and Korhi Ghee Roast from Karnataka in appetisers. Dosas in their authentic flavours too represent the southern states. For the mains, a variety of curries accompanied by an equally wide variety in breads, ranging from Tandoori Roti and Phulka to Kashmiri Naan, Malabar Paratha, Amritsari Kulcha and Chilli Cheese Kulcha are available. The restaurant also dishes out hearty, vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis for weekday lunch with an option of North Indian and South Indian. For dessert, ask for the halwa of the day and get lucky if it is the Boondi Jamun Halwa. The Crisp Hot Jalebi too will disappear from your table as soon as it arrives. Meetha Paan, compliments of the house, makes for a real Indian end to the meal. Indian food is delicious Paneer Makhani and also a lot more, shows Talli Turmeric.

Ph: 022 3371 5943
Meal for Two: Approximately Rs 1,600 + taxes without alcohol

Happy Thai

Newest to join the gamut of dining exeriences at Atria Mall is the Asian fast-casual dining chain, happy Thai by Aditya Kilachand, Samir Chhabria and celebrated chef James Biaka, further complimented by Chef Run. Offering authentic Thai and Japanese cuisine for an evolved palate the restaurant is sure to deliver the flavours owing to Chef Run's rigorous training at the Blue Elephant Culinary School (Royalty of Thai Cuisine). The food menu offers signature dishes like Creamy Spicy Rock Shrimp, Miso Nasushiglyaki and Ultimate Gyozas. The menu expands to Asian classics with a twist like Stir-Fried Chicken + Basil with interesting add-ons of Misu marinated black cod, Lotus root and mushroom and Agedashi Tofu. No Asian restaurant is complete without the flavoursome assemblage of curries like Japanese Ninja Katsu Curry, Aromatic Sweet Green Curry and Spicy Jungle Massaman Curry. The new- age dining experience also features sushi and ramen for a wholesome Asian experience.

While these new restaurants have added a whole new surge of life to Atria Mall in the past years, there has been one constant that townies have relished here since some time. With all-you-can-eat grills and no frills, a sumtuous buffet and delicious appetisers, Barbecue Nation has been attracting diners for a fun meal. For a fun evening of drinking and dancing, Matahaari Night Club, Baraana and South Bombay Bar make nightlife exciting. Even for a quick grab, hanging out with friends, or sipping on a cuppa after shopping, Atria has Starbucks, the ever-buzzing café that keeps it cool!