Filling a long-felt void in Juhu’s nightlife, KOJAK arrives as an immersive cocktail bar that blends narrative, craft, and mystique into a drinking experience unlike anything the suburb has seen. Inspired by the enigmatic legend of a man known only as Kojak, the space invites guests into a world shaped by hidden tales, coded discoveries, and the undeniable pull of the unknown. In true Kojak fashion, the bar unveils itself slowly, subtle cues, quiet sophistication, and layered design choices coming together to form a destination where every sip feels like the beginning of a story waiting to unfold.
The concept stems from a remarkable find: Kojak’s original leather notebook, filled with cryptic sketches, fragmented thoughts, and experimental cocktail formulas. This artefact became the soul of the brand, shaping its imagination and defining the essence of its identity. KOJAK brings this notebook to life through a narrative-led approach that blends mystery with modern mixology, offering a bar experience that feels intimate, immersive, and artistically charged. It speaks to a new generation of guests who crave creativity as much as craft, and who are drawn to spaces that offer meaning beyond aesthetics.
What truly astonishes guests is the world waiting inside is a space imagined by Esquisse Design that feels like stepping into Kojak’s mind itself. Darkness and light play in perfect balance, textures reveal coded hints, and sculpted glows guide you from one mood to another. One moment it’s moody, seductive, and intimate; the next, it opens up into a breezy alfresco escape that feels almost unexpected. It’s a space built to surprise, layered, cinematic and designed for those who love discovering stories hidden in plain sight.
KOJAK’s biggest surprise lies behind the bar, the enigmatic Cocktail Lab, where Head Mixologist Ratan Upadhyay brings the man’s legend to life with techniques that feel almost alchemical. Everything here is a story disguised as a drink: clarifications that reveal truths, fat-washed spirits that hold secrets, distillations that whisper old memories. The menu reads like Kojak’s own diary like Page 17 resurfacing with its coded recipe, Tangier Heat pulsing with the energy of the night he disappeared, Velvet Code unlocking the doors of an underground Paris club, and The Fifth Secret hinting at the philosophy that defined him. With every cocktail, the plot thickens—inviting guests to taste, decode, and uncover the myth one sip at a time.
Complementing the mixology program is KOJAK’s culinary direction, crafted by Culinary Director Suheb Chawdhary with the same spirit of intrigue and invention. The menu reimagines global bar cuisine through a refined, contemporary lens, bringing together plates that balance bold flavour with artistic restraint. Guests can expect highlights such as the Tuna Tartare, elevated with avocado cream, gochujang, hoisin, and crisp cucumber; the Turkish Lamb Kebab, served with Garlic yoghurt and roasted peppers; the Roasted Pepper Coulis with Charred Zucchini, layered with parmesan dill cream and Mediterranean warmth; the indulgent Butter Chicken Gnocchi, where Italian comfort meets Indian nostalgia in a velvety, slow-cooked sauce with Garlic bread; and the Togarashi Crusted Sea bass, paired with grilled asparagus, tobiko, and a delicate lemon cream. Each dish is designed to complement the cocktail-led experience, blending unexpected textures, expressive flavours, and modern techniques ensuring that the food remains as thoughtfully curated and narrative-driven as the drinks themselves.
Behind the vision are two female promoters whose refined sensibility, sharp creative instinct, and intentional discretion shape the very soul of KOJAK. Choosing to remain behind the veil, they echo the quiet anonymity of Kojak himself, allowing the story to take center stage. Their vision is brought to life by Founding Partner & COO Khalid Ansari, with the narrative sensibility shaped in collaboration with The Alkemist Project. Together, they have crafted a space that celebrates mood, narrative, and craftsmanship in every detail.
“KOJAK is more than a bar, it’s a feeling,” says Founding Partner & COO Khalid Ansari. “We wanted to create a place where every element, from the cocktails to the design, carries intention. It’s a world built on curiosity, quiet elegance, and the belief that the best stories are the ones you discover slowly.”
As Juhu reshapes its hospitality landscape, KOJAK emerges as the place leading that shift, the kind of destination the neighbourhood has been waiting for. It invites guests into a world that feels refined without being remote, ideal for those who value thoughtful craft and experiences that resonate. And just like the legend that inspires it, KOJAK is designed to evolve with new menus, fresh chapters, and ever-changing narratives ensuring that the mystery never truly settles. Every visit feels like a return to a story still unfolding, inviting guests to discover, decode, and dive a little deeper each time.
Address: 1st floor, Hotel Kings International, 5, Juhu Tara Rd, above Alfredos, opp. Saint Joseph’s Church Road, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049
Timings: 12pm to 1.30pm
For Reservations: +91 84336 67602 / +91 8433667604
Cost for Two: ₹2500
Instagram: @kojakmumbai
