Aaswad – One of The Cheapest and The Best Marathi Restaurants in Mumbai

• • Maharashtra, Mumbai

I was searching Google to find “Best Marathi Restaurant in Mumbai” and Aaswad restaurant was one of the Google results. More than seven thousand reviews were enough to convince me to visit the Aaswad restaurant. But this time I thought, why not invite a few of my Marathi friends to join too, so that the menu order is selected by them only.

We were five friends at Prabhadevi West. Two were Marathi. We didn’t know the exact location of the restaurant. We hired two taxis. Luckily, Taxi Wala was aware of the restaurant’s location. He enhanced our knowledge by saying that Aaswad was earlier near to ShivSena Bhavan in Dadar.

We reached the restaurant within 10 minutes. 30 rupees was each taxi bill. Paid, and we crossed the road to reach Aaswad.

There was a crowd outside the restaurant. People were waiting for their number to enter the restaurant to have their seats. We too approached the man who was writing the queue number. For half an hour, we had to wait, and finally, we entered.

The first order was Modak by our Marathi friends. Modak was served with pure ghee. It was awesome.

Pithale Bhaji Bhakari, Bhakari, Masala Rice, Dalimbi Usal – The menu was requested again by our Marathi friends. The taste of the food was too good. Very little spicy with added spices. The aroma of spices was great. It tastes good. I like Marathi food especially because of the spices.

After lunch, I requested gajar halwa, and one of Marathi’s friends requested gulab jamun.

We all thoroughly enjoyed the lunch. It was time to pay the bill. I requested the bill and was surprised by the total amount when the bill was presented. Only Rs. 916. We were five people, which means Rs. 183.20 per head. Nothing I can say about the total amount. To be honest, I can say the restaurant is one of the cheapest and best in Mumbai. Will visit again for sure to try a different menu, but in short, what surprised me was the total bill amount. Very cheap and the best.

You can also visit the Aaswad restaurant from the Dadar West local train station. It’s 10 minutes walking distance. Reach Dadar West, then walk towards Kabutarkhana, and then towards the Our Lady of Salvation Church. It’s 2 minutes’ walking distance from the church.

Review: Banana Leaf – A Range of Veg. South Indian Dishes

• • Maharashtra, Mumbai Suburban

It was Sunday morning, around 11 am, and I decided to visit Banana Leaf at Juhu-Versova Link Road in Mumbai. It was not crowded. The seat was easily available.

While going through the menu, I found more than 30 varieties of Dosa, more than 20 varieties of Idli, and more than 20 varieties of Uttappam. Other than this, they have Soup, South Indian Snacks, Rice plates, Vegetable Dishes, Mini Meal, Hot and Cold Beverages, and more than 30 types of juices.

I was confused about which one to order. Finally, I ordered Methi Garlic Dosa and Pineapple Lime Cooler juice. Methi Garlic Dosa was Ok Ok but the juice was a good one.

The ambiance was decent. Service was quick.

I paid Rs. 160 for Methi Garlic Dosa and Rs. 135 for Pineapple Lime Cooler. Total I paid – Rs. 349.

I think I should visit it again and try some Idlis or any other variety of Dosa to come to a conclusion about how good the food is.

Review: Pratap The Dhaba – Punjabi Food in Mumbai Suburbs

• • Maharashtra, Mumbai Suburban

We decided to have dinner at Pratap The Dhaba on a rainy day to enjoy proper Punjabi food in Mumbai with a proper Dhaba ambiance.

Firstly, we were served fried masala garlic and onions, which were great in taste. And then we were welcomed with a shot of pudina Jal Jira, which was very tasty.

Starters we ordered Achari Tandoori Kukkad and Paneer Pudina Wala.

After starters, the next, we ordered was Dhaba Spl. Chicken, Sarson Da Sag, Makke Di Roti and Garlic Naan.

Service was prompt. They don’t make you wait for too long.

The dessert we requested for Jalebi & Rabri and Kheer.

While we pay the bill, we enjoy the complementary paan shots to enhance our dining experience.

The dinner for the three of us cost Rs. 2356, including tax.

The X factor of this dhaba is the Welcome Drink.

Overall, an excellent dhaba with quick service, good food, and not so costly.

A must-visit Dhaba for Punjabi food.

How much Does it Cost to Have Dinner at Mainland China?

• • Maharashtra, Mumbai Suburban

Mainland China is in Andheri West.

We were three. Two were Non-Veg. and One Veg. The dinner cost us 3654 (with taxes) rupees. A little expensive.

We order Chicken regular, Drums of Heaven Hong Kong Style, Exotic Veg. in Chilli Basil SC in Clay Pot, Mixed Veg. Fried Rice, Salt Pepper Veg Tempura, Soup Eight Treasure Veg., Soup Hot & Sour Chicken.

For dessert, we had Sizz. Brownie with Ice Cream.

The chicken was perfect. It was soft and cooked well.

The ambiance is nice, but the service is a little slow. Food Is Perfectly Cooked. The Flavors Are Balanced. The staff Is Friendly.

Note: If it’s your birthday, a guitarist, along with the staff, sings the birthday song.

Before visiting, we enquire about seat availability. It was full. We had half an hour of waiting time. The weekend is crowded. Enquire about seat availability before visiting.

I will visit again, but for an afternoon buffet.

Chetak-Chabutra – Chetak Here fell Dead on June 21, 1576

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Chetak-Chabutra – Chetak Here fell Dead on June 21, 1576

Here fell dead on June 21, 1576, Chetak – the daring and devoted horse of Maharana Pratap. In spite of being badly wounded, Chetak saved his master in his critical hour by carrying him from Rakta-Talai to the other end of Haldi-Ghati by jumping across the nearby stream. To cherish the loyalty and sacrifice of Chetak, this memorial was raised.

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