Weekends are meant for stepping out, slowing down, and discovering something new. Whether it’s a buzzy new opening, a menu worth lingering over, or an experience that shifts your routine, the right plans make all the difference. Consider this your curated edit of spots that promise good energy, great flavours, and just the right reason to head out.
Description: Soraia unfolds like a serene sanctuary where European elegance meets Indian soul. The space flows between indoor and alfresco settings, with vine-draped pillars, a central fountain, and a glasshouse-style extension that lets light and air move freely, creating an atmosphere that feels tranquil yet immersive..The menu follows a Neo-Botanical philosophy led by Chef Hitesh Shanbhag, with dishes like Shiso-Leaf Chaat, Forest Mushroom Risotto, and Sitafal Tres Leches balancing seasonality, texture, and restraint. At the bar, India’s first omakase-style cocktail programme by Fay Barretto takes guests on a journey through regional landscapes, turning each drink into a story of place, craft, and culture.
Address: Mahalaxmi Racecourse
Timings: 12 – 4 PM, 7 PM – 1 AM
Description: An invite-only cocktail bar unfolding like a cinematic performance, Fielia blends theatrical design with a storytelling-led menu where every drink and dish plays a role. Expect concept cocktails inspired by scandal, temptation, and mythology, alongside aperitivo-style plates such as Sage Chèvre Gnocchi, Gin Ginger Shrimp, Pork Belly, and Burnt Basque with cacao textures each reflecting one of the seven sins. Set within the historic racecourse mill architecture, the space moves from moody ground floor to mezzanine theatre views, creating an atmosphere that feels intimate, dramatic, and quietly indulgent. Dining is by advance reservation, with weekends curated exclusively for invited guests.
Address: Mahalaxmi Race Course (above Soraia), Royal Western India Turf Club, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400018
Timings: 7 PM ONWARDS
Description: A flirtatious new entry into Mumbai’s bar scene, Call Me Sofia is the city’s first Italian-style aperitivo bar intimate, golden-lit, and designed for slow, lingering evenings. Built around a low-ABV philosophy, the cocktail program blends aperitifs, vermouths, and playful infusions into drinks that are light, layered, and conversation-friendly. Expect whimsical pours like a Caprese-inspired cocktail, cantaloupe-infused spritzes, and a lemon–strawberry-merlot blend,
Address: 14, Union Park Rd, Khar West, Mumbai
Timings: 6 PM – 1 AM
Description: A heartfelt Karnataka-inspired all-day dining concept, Ammakai brings the warmth of “mom’s hand” cooking to the table with soulful, home-style flavours and recipes rooted in generations of tradition. Expect comforting small plates, family-style dosas, and refined yet nostalgic regional dishes served alongside select Bastian classics, all designed for slow meals, shared moments, and community-style dining. The space balances familiarity with freshness, creating an atmosphere that feels personal, inclusive, and quietly celebratory.
Address: Kamal Building, B/1, New Linking Rd, Bandra West
Timings: 11 AM – 1AM
Description: July 7 is designed as a feeling a memory-driven dining space where ambience, food, and conversation come together effortlessly. With sunlit corners, warm textures, and evolving lighting that shifts from day to night, the space blends calm sophistication with lively energy, featuring a live kitchen, wood-fired oven, bar, and indoor-outdoor seating.The menu reflects Chef KK’s global culinary journey, offering comfort-led dishes with creative twists from Quinoa Pani Puri Tam Jham and Vada Pav Fondue to Massaman Lamb Curry and Gold Mexican Sushi Roll. The cocktail program focuses on mood-driven drinks like Chocolate Boy and Sarangi, crafted with techniques like smoking, infusion, and slow roasting.
Address: Shop 1, The Capitol, Vishal Nagar, Pimple Nilakh, Pune
Timings: 12 PM – 11:45 PM
