Indigo
If you're seeking superlative European fare, visit the standalone Indigo, in Colaba.
Budget
Cafe Churchill
Café Churchill is an institution, well-loved for its Italian fare.
Theobroma
Pop into this tiny cafe that dishes out superb desserts and snacks.
CST cafes
The dosas at Kamat's (Tel 022-22874734) and the vada-pao at Araam (opposite CST station and next to Capitol cinema) are highly recommended.
Midrange
Khyber
In the Kala Ghoda precinct, just north of Colaba, Khyber is good for north Indian fare, especially meat.
Trishna
Trishna (Tel 91-22-22703214) is a prime seafood destination, especially rated for its crab.
Joss
This restaurant offers the best value-for-money sushi in South Mumbai.
Cafe Basilico
For casual continental dining, with a Mediterranean touch, try this restaurant in Colaba.
Moshe's
Moshe's, has three cafes and a restaurant in South Mumbai, serving cuisine from the Mediterranean rim and fine desserts from all over.
luxury
Olive
Olive Bar & Kitchen at the Mahalaxmi Race Course may primarily be seen as a watering hole, but the food is not bad either.
The Thai Pavilion
The best Thai is at the Thai Pavilion at the Taj President in Cuffe Parade.
Indigo
If you're seeking superlative European fare, visit the standalone Indigo, in Colaba.
Ziya
Ziya at the Oberoi has some authentic North-West frontier and Indian food.
The Ritz
In the Churchgate area, where the stadium is, try the Ritz (from Rs 4500; Tel 91-22-22850500)
Budget
The YMCA
The YMCA, also in Colaba (from Rs 1500) is a good option, but needs to be booked at least a month or two in advance.
Bentley's Hotel
Bentley's Hotel (from Rs 1830) in touristy Colaba is basic but clean.
Midrange
The Sea Green Hotel
There's also the Sea Green Hotel on Marine Drive (from Rs 4000).
The Chateau Windsor
The Chateau Windsor (from Rs 4500) is also very close to the stadium
The Ritz
In the Churchgate area, where the stadium is, try the Ritz (from Rs 4500; Tel 91-22-22850500)
Luxury
The InterContinental and Marine Plaza
The InterContinental (from Rs 10,000) and Marine Plaza (from Rs 9000) also enjoy a superb sea-facing location and are just five minutes' walk from the stadium.
The Taj Mahal Palace
The legendary Taj Mahal Palace and Tower (from Rs 12,000), newly reopened, is a Mumbai institution.
The Oberoi and the Trident
The Oberoi (from Rs 11,000) and The Trident (from Rs 9000) next to it boast the most stunning ocean views.
Dome
Dome at the InterContinental offers a great view over the Arabian Sea. Perfect for a sundowner or two.
Budget
Bay View
Bay View (Tel 022-22821089) is great for beer and wine on an open terrace overlooking the Gateway of India.
Cafe Mondegar
Café Mondegar has an easy vibe and a CD jukebox and is usually full of tourists and locals alike.
Ivy
The Ivy Wine Café & Bistro in Worli, a 20-odd-minute drive north out of downtown, offers some super discounts on Indian wines.
Midrange
Hard Rock Café
Hard Rock Café has live music some days.
The Blue Frog
The Blue Frog is a cutting-edge midtown live music venue.
Shiro
Shiro is a sophisticated lounge, except on Fridays, when it grooves to retro music.
Polly Esther's
Polly Esther's in the Gordon House Hotel is a nightclub with a great vibe and a decent dance floor.
Manchester United Café Bar
Sports buffs will enjoy having a drink at the Manchester United Café Bar in the Palladium Mall at High Street Phoenix, Lower Parel.
Luxury
Aer
Aer at the Four Seasons hotel is a rooftop bar 34 floors up that offers a panoramic view of south Mumbai and happy-hour offers on champagne cocktails.
Dome
Dome at the InterContinental offers a great view over the Arabian Sea. Perfect for a sundowner or two.
Wink
Wink at the Taj President has a stylish vibe, sushi and a mean wasabi martini.
Tote
Tote at the race course is a great place for drinks and dinner.
Café Mondegar
Mondegar's nightly traveller-based crowd is as 'colourful' as the wall caricatures by a famous Goan artist, but that could be our beer-goggle glasses talking. Expect to shout your draught beer (around Rs85) orders over the popular, non-stop CD jukebox.
Maratha forts
There are plenty of forts of the Peshwa era - almost all of them ruled by Shivaji - close to Pune. Sinhagad is less than an hour's drive away, and is the most popular destination. Shaniwar Wada, which was the seat of the Peshwas in the 18th and the 19th ...More details
Temples to visit
Unique food joints
If you are a foodie, you will have a great time in Pune. The city now boasts cuisines from all across the world, but what still stand out are the Udupi and Irani restaurants. Pune specialties to take home
Pubs and lounging
Getting around Pune
Pune has a good public transport system, and you won't find it difficult to board a bus or take an auto in any part of the city. Maharashtra State Transport buses ply between Mumbai and Pune all day (from 5.30am ...
Weather in Pune
29 °C | Partly Cloudy Though Pune is pleasant for most of the year, April and May can get very hot, like everywhere else in India. Day-time temperatures could be over 35°C, though evenings will be more pleasant.
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