Picture Perfect Cafes in Mumbai

Our generation is a bunch of social media fanatics. While Facebook has been ruling our lives for over a decade now, our love for Instagram is not far behind. One of the most used social media platforms these days. There are a lot of picturesque cafes located in Aamchi Mumbai. It’s high time you ditch the not-so artsy places and visiting at these best cafes in Mumbai worth your Instagram feed. So get your phone ready and head to these picture-perfect cafes in Mumbai.

1BHK

Mumbai’s best kept secret, 1 BHK {1 Brew House Kitchen}, is now open in Oshiwara and it’s a hidden, open air, bohemian style restaurant and café with very unconventional ambience and vibe. The place is surrounded by gorgeous trees, plants, a spiral stairway and has a very cosy vibe. Handmade by its owners in decor and in spirit, every corner in the restaurant has its own story to tell as it’s decorated by the artifacts from their own home and travels. The tranquil alfresco setting will put you in a perfect mood to enjoy conversations with like-minded people. The place will also be home to theatre performances, music gigs, art shows, literature discussions, spiritual pursuits or a culinary discovery.

When it comes to food, 1BHK doesn’t disappoint either. Their impressive collection of soups and salads will impress the heath freaks. Try out their Crème Brule French toast, sweet potato and halloumi burger, kale papdi chat and butter garlic prawn pizza. Indulgence and health combined. Win-win!

Popular For: Outdoor seating, Frequently visited by Celebrities, All Day Breakfast, Romantic, Insta-Worthy Cuisine: North Indian, Italian, Parsi, European Must-haves: Salad, Coffee, Pizza, Fries, Mocktails, Garlic Bread, Tiramisu Cost for two: Rs. 1600

Tea Villa Cafe, All Over Mumbai

You’ll spot many Tea Villa Cafes placed all over the city. Hop into any for a delightful yet quick coffee, hearty breakfast (do try their pancakes), lunch or dinner – pretty much every meal. With colorful and vibrant interiors, you are in for a pleasant time. Their chocolate waffles are worth dying for so call your friends and plan a waffle date. The dishes are priced on the costlier side, but it’s worth keeping in mind the quantity and quality they offer. 

Popular For: Breakfast, Vegetarian Only, Wifi, variety of Tea, Desserts and Bakes, Veggie Friendly Cuisine: Cafe, Fast Food, Desserts, Beverages Must-haves: Waffles, Tea, Pasta, Pizza, Nutella Waffle, Coffee, Chaap Cost for two: Rs. 1000

Candies, Bandra

No matter how many new cafes open up in the city, Candies is Mumbaikars’ all-time favourite. Candies is the legendary eatery in Bandra that thousands in Mumbai still swear by. And that is probably why the place is packed in on weekdays. When a newly moved person or a tourist in Mumbai asks, “where should I go to eat?” Candies are always the answer. This villa is spread across three floors of alfresco seating. Whether you’re going for the food, decor or drinks, you are bound to love it here. Pretty much everything on the menu is worth ordering but if you are still looking for specifics, go for their chicken sandwiches and classic cold coffee. You could even sit by and read with a coffee and a donut or croissant. Spend a lazy Sunday here or a weekday afternoon with friends. If you’re an outdoor person, you can choose to sit outside under the shade of fruit trees, or even inside in the air-condition area.

Popular For: Breakfast, Indoor Seating, Outdoor Seating, Value-for-money meals Cuisine: Cafe, Continental, Italian, Desserts Must- haves: Pizza, Sandwich, Salad, Cupcake, Cheesecake, Masala Chai, Rolls Cost for two: Rs. 650

The Taj Mahal Tea House

What a treat for the eye this place is. A typical old colonial bungalow transformed into a small café with a great antique design. This vintage cafe is a tea lover’s paradise. They have a great selection of books to choose from for you to read while sipping on your favourite cup of chai. One of their best offerings, the tropical matcha iced tea smoothie will give you a rush of flavours when you glide it down your throat. It’s simply refreshing. You’ll finish it before you know it! With just the right ambience, Taj Mahal Tea House is the ideal place to be at on a cold – sunny Sunday afternoon.

Popular For:  Breakfast, Lovely Ambience, Live Music, Insta-Worthy Cuisine: Cafe, Tea Must-haves: Matcha Smoothie, Corn Fritters, Chicken Salad, Chai, Kashmiri Tea, Mawa Cake, Apple Crumble Cost for two: Rs. 1000

Grandmama’s Café, Juhu

I think grandmama’s cafe has a warm and cosy vibe to it, which makes it one of the most Insta worthy places in Mumbai. Café is your typical cutesy cafes that are done up in pastel colours and has huge Dutch windows. It has a European feel to it and huge sofas with cute floral prints. One click at this café and you are sure to get flooded with likes on your Instagram. What adds to this attraction is the coming together of American, Parsi and Italian cuisines under one roof. Don’t forget to enjoy delicious American grubs and desserts from their menu while you upload the pictures using their wifi. 

Popular For: Brunch, Outdoor seating, Serves Jain Food, WiFi Cuisine: American, Italian, Parsi Must-haves: Pizza, Mutton Keema, Hot Chocolate, Chaat, Rajma Rice Cost for two: Rs. 1,200

The Bagel Shop

One of the old-established café venues in Bandra is Bagel Shop. It is an outstanding cafe which offers the best of burgers, juices, salads and bakery items and great for a work at a café kind of day as the wifi is fast. It’s a perfect place for you to relax with a cup of hot coffee on your table and an interesting novel in your hand while you tag along with your dog. 

Popular For: Pet-friendly Cafe, Open Air Seating, Breakfast Place Cuisine: American, Healthy Food, Salad Must-haves: Piri Piri Beef Burger, Cheesecake and Bagel Sandwich Cost for two: Rs. 1,200

Prithvi Cafe, Juhu

The quaint coffee shop at Prithvi Theatre serves delicious local and continental snacks. This cafe surrounded by gorgeous trees, bamboo and plants have been a home to tourists as well as many regulars. This adds a touch of natural beauty to the mood created by the décor and people. You can chill over tasty bites, and minutes will turn into hours before you realise. Their outdoor seating is definitely the highlight of this beautiful cafe frequently visited by Celebrities as well. Now it’s no rocket science how many instagrammable pictures can be clicked here!

Popular For: Outdoor seating, Frequently visited by Celebrities, Cafe housed inside Prithvi Theatre Cuisine: Fast food, Cafe, Desserts Must-haves: Irish coffee, Cutting Chai, Brownies, Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich, Kheema Pav Cost for two: Rs. 700

Bird Song Café

With Bandra itself being a really Insta-friendly area in Mumbai with its cobbled streets and narrow lanes full of coloured houses, Birdsong café takes our heart away. But the look and style of this café is really unbeatable. As soon as you enter you will feel like you got transmitted to Brooklyn, that’s how hip it is. And who thought that vegan cakes and pastries can actually taste like heaven’s treats? Definitely a place for good coffee, yummy food and good wifi.

Popular For: All Day Breakfast, Outdoor Seating, Gluten Free Options, Kid Friendly, Vegan Options, Desserts and Bakes, Organic Cafe Cuisine: Cafe, Healthy Food, Beverages, Salad Must-haves: Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Pizza, Salad, Pasta, Sandwich, Burgers Cost for two: Rs. 1600

Ambrosia Café & Deli, Marol

Quaint, cosy and colourful is what best describes Ambrosia Café & Deli that is located in Marol area. The café has a touch of vintage as it hoards old trunks and boxes in one corner. However, the other corner has a  Victorian feel with chandeliers and comfy furniture. The bonus is the cabana-style outdoor seating that screams for a picture. Click a great at this café while also enjoying some mouth-watering food from North Indian, Italian, American and Mexican cuisines.

Popular For: Board Games, Desserts and Bakes, Outdoor Seating Cuisine: Cafe, North Indian, American, Mexican Must-haves: Watermelon Juice, Paneer Tikka, Burgers, Plate of Ham, Bacon, Sausages Cost for two: Rs. 1000

Leopold Cafe, Colaba

Walking into Leopold cafe is just like walking into your college canteen. This old-school yet funky walls are one amongst many things that will attract you in this cafe. The place is always packed with foreigners drinking beer, taking a break from street shopping in the Mumbai heat. Leopold packs a great a menu. From snacks and appetisers to the main course and dessert, the cafe has everything one could ask for, all at a price not burning a hole in your pocket. 

Popular For:  Outdoor Seating, Serves Non Veg, Full Bar Available, Dj, Vintage Posters Cuisine: Chinese, Italian, Mughlai Must-haves: Beer, Pasta, Cheesecake, Burgers, Roast Chicken, Cocktails, Mojito Cost for two: Rs. 2000

Café Mondegar

One of South Bombay’s most iconic cafés, Café Mondegar is Colaba Causeway’s star. Its ambiance is made uniquely quirky by India’s legendary cartoonist Mario Miranda. His wow-some, signature-style cartoons adorn all the inner walls and the entrance ceiling of the café. What a backdrop for a peppy Insta feed. Moreover, the relaxed vibe of the place ensures that you have a good time over delicious burgers, American cuisine and heady drinks. Cheers to that!

Popular For: Breakfast Place, Wine and Beer, Mario Miranda Sketches & Vintage Jukebox Cuisine: Continental, Italian, Chinese, Fast Food Must-haves: Beer, Pasta, Burgers, Cheese Grilled Sandwich, Sangria, Cheese Balls, Fries Cost for two: Rs. 1300

The Homemade Café

You may or may not be able to make frequent visits to the Covent Gardens in London. But you have an awesome alternative back home. The Homemade Café in Oshiwara. Soak in the adorability of its décor. Its exterior is designed to remind you of a European street during summer. What adds to the appeal of the place and your Insta pictures are the quaint fairy lights. Round up your buddies and have a chill time here.

Popular For: Indoor Seating, Breakfast, Insta-worthy Cuisine: Cafe, Continental, Italian Must-haves: Salad, Bannoffee Pie, Burgers, Hot Chocolate, Sandwich, Pink Sauce Pasta, Risotto Cost for two: Rs. 1200

Hello Guppy

This Japanese restaurant in BKC is best described as quirky. Look at the way it is done up! Outrageous but totally loveable. You’ll find inflatable toys, glow signs and more as part of its crazily imaginative décor. The food doesn’t majorly disappoint either. In a sense, it’s quite a winner. Almost, every spot in the restaurants makes for a cool Insta picture but their Ramen Bowls are a hot favourite – both to eat and to photograph!  

Popular For: Serves Jain Food, Full Bar Available, Serves Non Veg, Insta-worthy Cuisine: Asian, Japanese, Sushi Must-haves: Sushi, Ramen, Cocktails, Udon Noodle, Mushroom Broth, California Roll, Salmon Sashimi Cost for two: Rs. 2200

JamJar Diner

This restaurant was made for Instagram. Both the outlets in Andheri and Bandra are full of colour and quirkiness. The colourful mosaic tiles, bright blue paint and the tilted wine racks in Andheri or then the Jukebox, stain glass windows or pastel coloured walls in Bandra – everything about these two outlets is unique and ideal for an Insta picture.

Popular For: Rooftops, Keto Options, Vagan Options, Artisan Cocktails, Insta- worthy Cuisine: American, Italian, Mexican, Salad, Healthy Food Must-haves: Nachos, Burgers, Pasta, Cocktails, Pizza,Fries, Flower Pot Surprise Cost for two: Rs. 2000   

The bug of sharing pictures on Instagram has been caught by the present generation. One cannot deny the fact that locations add value to a picture. I have listed just few of the Picture-Perfect Cafes in Mumbai.

How many of these have you been to and which one is your favorite?

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