
The month of Ramadan always brings about memories of astounding food filling the bright streets even after midnight. Here we have 19 places that offer some of the best Haleem in Mumbai. Some of them are exclusively open during Ramadan, but some offer Haleem all round the year. So what are you waiting for? Head out there and find the best Haleem this Ramadan!
1. Bombay Barbeque
Situated at a busy junction, Bombay Barbeque serves some delicious food and boasts of a live grill. It specialises in Mughlai and North Indian foods. It also has an outdoor seating for you to dine out in the open. Some of their most popular dishes include spicy prawns, mini pizza, jalebis and Cajun spicy potato. The entire experience, although a little costly, is definitely worth the money.
Address: Ground Floor, Om Palace, Dr. Ambedkar Road Junction, Mumbai Khar West, Khar

2. Masala Library
Masala Library is a high-end restaurant situated in the International Financial Centre. It’s elegant and classy ambience and the way the food is displayed is different and unique from most other places. They serve North and South Indian food, and the Haleem here is said to be melt-in-your-mouth good! Crab burji, Chicken Biryani are some of their best and tastiest dishes.
Address: Ground Floor, First International Financial Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex

3. JW Cafe – JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
JW Café is a part of the Marriott group of hotels, which is famous for its international quality of food, ambience and a variety of cuisines. It is situated in the Mumbai Airport and specialises in a lavish buffet spread, and Sunday Brunches. The Haleem here is also said to be stepped up a notch, gives the restaurant international reputation. The breakfast buffet, sushi and waffles are also noteworthy dishes here.
Address: JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, IA Project Road, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai Sahar, Chakala

4. The Bohri Kitchen
The Bohri Kitchen which serves Mughlai cuisine is extremely famous for its varied spread of biryanis and its Keema Samosas. In fact, their biryani is so famous that most people say they sell the best biryani in town. And the Haleem, it continually fights with biryani for the best dish they offer. It’s that good. Although the food is delicious as well as economical, it is not a dine-in restaurant. They offer only home deliver food, but the service is prompt and is definitely value for money.
Address: Army Area, Nofra, Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra

5. K&K- ITC Grand Central
K&K, formerly Kababs & Kurries, true to its name is famous for its killer kababs and driving-you-crazy curries. A speciality of this restaurant is that they also offer quite a few vegan options which ensure there’s something amazing for everyone. Their extravagant spread, especially in kebabs, is so good you will never want to stop eating them. Their Haleem, although a little on the expensive side, is worth the money with its high quality meat and decadent dry fruits like cashews, almonds, and pistachios.
Address: ITC Grand Central, 287, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Road, Parel

6. Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar
Famous for its biryanis and Ramadan delicacies, Jaffer Bhai’s Delhi Darbar is a small place situated in the Jogeshwari West Area. It is open right from 11 AM until the early hours of the morning, serving loads of people North Indian, Chinese and Mughlai cuisines. The Bheja Masala, Tandoori Chicken, and Keema Biryani are the dishes they are most proud of.
Address: Shop No. 3, EE Heights, SV Road, Jogeshwari West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400102

7. Behrouz Biryani
Behrouz Biryani is located in the Andheri West Area, and is well-known for its biryanis and Ramzan delicacies. The do not have seating available in the area itself, but their home delivery is prompt and the delivery boys are also courteous. Not only their biryani, but one spoonful of their mint raita, and trust us, nothing will taste better! Their Ramadan delicacies are just as good. In fact, they are among the top 5 in the city. The cost is very and economical and the portioning is generous as well.
Address: MMRDA Colony, Ambedkar Nagar, Kanjurmarg West, Bhandup West, Mumbai, Maharashtra

8. Ahmed Bhai’s Bry & Dry
For all those who want to spend some quality time with their loved ones and do not want people eavesdropping or the awkward meetings with people you know, head over to Ahmed Bhai’s Bry and Dry! The plush interiors and the intricate curtains, give you your own and comfortable little space inside the restaurant. Ramadan is the best time to visit the restaurant as the food is beyond amazing. While most people like the meat and seafood dishes, the vegetarian food is also quite good and satisfactory.
Address: 32, Krishna kamal CHS, Opposite Nerul Police Station, Sector 21, Nerul, Navi Mumbai

9. Kasbah Grand
Kasbah Grand, true to its name, is indeed grand. The courteous and polite staff ensure you to have an amazing experience. The live entertainment and sports screenings are sure to give you a relaxed atmosphere to kick back with friends and family. The shisha lounges make the experience even better. They specialise in Mughlai food, and also has a rooftop ambience. Unlike most restaurants, Kasbah grand is also vegetarian friendly and also serves Jain Food.
Address: Top Floor, Chandiwala Arcade, Link Road, Next to Absolute world furniture boutique, Opp Bangur nagar, Police Chowki, Goregaon West

10. Soda Bottle OpenerWala
It is a newly opened restaurant in Mumbai, and has gained quite a lot of fame already. That is probably because it is one of the very few restaurants that serve Parsi delicacies. It is open from noon until a little after midnight, and thus is a favoured place for the youth to drink a few beers and have some fun. The vegetable cutlet, raspberry soda, Sali chicken, and custard are some of their best dishes that they are proud of.
Address: Ground Floor, Sentinel Building, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai

11. The Bombay Canteen
The Bombay Canteen is a high-end restaurant that has some lovely décor and a classy feel. Mumbai is high on night life. The food which is basically Indian food with some of their own special touches and changes, is really tasty as well. While the food is good, it is also presented in a beautiful manner and is perfect for the Instagrammers.
Address: Ground Floor, Process House, Kamala Mills, Near Radio Mirchi Office, S.B. Marg, Lower Parel

12. Kakori House
Kakori House claims that they have the ‘world’s softest kebabs’. We don’t know about the world and all its kebabs, but oh, the one’s here are so soft, they could as well be used as pillows! They are delicious, melt-in-your-mouth, and just heavenly. The same could be said for the Ramadan specialities as well. Whatever you choose to order, they are sure not to disappoint. The home delivery is also prompt.
Address: 10 A, Shiv Sagar Society, Opposite Paradise Cinema, LJ Road, Mahim

13. Vortex South
Vortex South specialises in Asian, continental and Modern Indian food. The cheese fondue and paneer tikka are out of the world! But the most attractive features of the restaurant are the live sports screenings and the dance floor with a DJ setup. Perfect for those weekend parties with friends. But if you are someone who enjoys peace and quiet, can have a private dining as well! They are an all vegetarian restaurant, despite which they are one of the best in the city.
Address: 116/118, Marine Mansion, 1st Marine Street, Anandilal Podar Marg, Marine Lines

14. Yasin’s food inn
With an ambience that is homely and comfortable, along with outdoor seating as well is what Yasin’s food inn is about. They serve fast food, pizzas and Mughlai cuisine and the tandoori chicken items are so good, you’ll want a house built from just that so you can eat it all away. They have a mostly prompt home delivery as well, and are open late in the night for those midnight cravings! Ramadaan specialities like Haleem, phirni, etc are purely superb.
Address: Shop 4 – 5, Shiv Sadan Building, 1st Cross Lane, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri Lokhandwala, Andheri West

15. Neel – Tote On The Turf
With a beautiful view of the clean and green Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Neel is known for not only its ambience, but authentic North Indian food. They believe in the saying ‘customer is king’ and the staff are extremely polite and give great recommendations. Corn Kebab, Dal Makhani, Mutton biryani are some of their most famous dishes. They have an exclusive Ramadan menu filled with all good things.
Address: Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Gate 4 & 5, Keshva Rao, Mahalaxmi

16. Good Luck café
It is a small place on the main road, and doesn’t have very posh interiors. But, the food makes up for it. This place serves some of the best breakfast foods in the city. They serve North Indian and Parsi food, and the service is prompt. The friendly staff will ensure you find food as per your tastes giving you a wholesome and happy experience. The kheema pav, Hyderabadi Haleem, and Irani Chai are some of the dishes you shouldn’t miss!
Address: Opposite Mehboob Studios, Near Bandstand, Bandstand, Bandra West

17. Mohammed Ali Road
Mohammed Ali Road is the street food heaven of Mumbai. Filled with all kinds of food, the entire street is full of people who binge on the delectable food and the tens of small shops selling them. Right from kebabs, Haleem, to jalebis, malpuas, a Mumbai tour never completes without visiting this place and tasting the mouth-watering, drool-worthy, greasy junk food that is every food lover’s paradise!
Address: Mohammed Ali Rd, Mumbai, Maharashtra

18. Mansuri’s Delhi Darbar
They are said to serve the best biryani in all of Mumbai. They are one of the oldest restaurants in Mumbai: established in 1946. They offer a lot to the diners: live barbecue grills, roti, butter chicken, and what not! They have a special menu for Ramadan which has everything right from samosas to kheema to khichdi and Haleem.
Address: 10/14, Holland House, Colaba Causeway, Mumbai

19. Safe
For the times when you’re broke and don’t care about the calories, this is where you need to go. They serve large quantities of food at such affordable prices. Fast food lovers will enjoy eating here! Although there is no seating available and you need to stand and eat, the taste and cost completely makes up for it! You can also order in as they have a home delivery facility.
Address: 143A, Off Bazaar Road, Hill Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
