If there’s one place in Mumbai that captures the essence of Christmas in the most Christmassy way, it has to be Bandra. Fondly known as the ‘Queen of the Suburbs’, Bandra is filled with affluent restaurants and cafes that serve some unique and delicious food and drinks. So, we thought – why not try out Christmas-special cocktails at some of these places? Keep reading to find out which restaurant made the cut and which cocktail left us in awe!
Best Christmas Cocktails In Bandra, Mumbai
- Foo
- Donna Deli
- Bandra Born
- Monkey Bar
Foo, Bandra
Our first stop was the iconic Pan-Asian restaurant Foo. Best known for its sushi, dimsum, and ingenious drinks, the restaurant decks up for the festive season with the introduction of special menus during Christmas. Without wasting any time, we went in for the Golden Sleigh – a delightful cocktail combining Martell VS Cognac, Lillet Blanc, Grapefruit Cordial, egg white, and lemon juice.
Next, we tried their Mistletoe Magic, after all who can resist a drink that has the most magical and Christmassy name. The drink combined Havana Club Rum with Vanilla Tea Sweet Vermouth, Aperol, and Luxardo Cherry to give a sweet drink that’s perfect for the holiday season. Both the cocktails were more on the sweeter side, but they perfectly captured the vibe of the Christmas season, so we aren’t complaining!
Golden Sleigh: 3.5/5
Mistletoe Magic: 4/5
Restaurant Price: INR 2500 for two excluding alcohol and taxes
Address: 3rd Floor, VN Sphere Mall, Linking Rd, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400050
Donna Deli
To try out the best Christmas cocktails in Bandra, we made our way into Donna Deli. Inarguably one of the prettier restaurants in Bandra, the place is sure to teleport you to Europe. For Christmas, Donna Deli has a fresh cocktail menu, so we decided to try it out. First came the Christmas Martini – a delectable vodka cocktail combining the flavors of pomegranate and Orange Rosemary Liqueur. Also, an extra point for that unique presentation!
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Moving on, we laid our hands on the Berries Bellini. With a fancy concoction of wild berries with Blood Orange and Passionfruit Liqueur, the drink is topped off with sparkling wine for that extra razzle-dazzle!
Christmas Martini: 4.2/5
Berries Bellini: 2.2/5
Restaurant Price: INR 1700 for two excluding alcohol and taxes
Address: Ground floor, Manorama chambers, Swami Vivekananda Rd, Bandra West, W, Maharashtra – 400050
Bandra Born
Popping up in the bylanes of Bandra, this new restaurant describes itself as a “culinary playground”, serving everything from small bites to big plates and well-crafted cocktails. It also has Mumbai’s first Mahua or Mahura bar. Bandra Born has introduced a special Christmas cocktail menu that includes everything from Eggnog After Dark, Elf On The Shelf, and even Adult Hot Chocolate!
We tried their Plum Cake, a cocktail combining The Singleton 12YO, vanilla, orange, nuts, and the classic tutti-frutti! We’ll be honest – it definitely felt like taking a bite of our grandma’s handmade plum cake. We then moved on to the Adult Hot Chocolate – a drink combining Johnnie Walker Blonde with everyone’s favorite hot chocolate. The result? Mindblowing! It was warm, rich, chocolatey, and definitely on the tipsier side, after all adults too deserve their own hot chocolate!
Plum Cake: 3.7/5
Adult Hot Chocolate: 2.2/5
Restaurant Price: INR 2200 for two excluding alcohol and taxes
Address: Rose Minar, 87, Chapel Rd, Annexe, Reclamation, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400050
Monkey Bar
Newly revamped with an amazing choice of cocktails, Monkey Bar just gets the Christmas feels right. The bar is equally inviting in the day as an upscale brunch spot and as well as a happening hangout spot by the night to relax with your friends. We were excited to try out their Christmas-special drinks, and the first on the list was the Mama Kiss Santa. With a beautiful rose gold color, the drink was refreshing and got us drooling over it.
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We then tried their Mami and Papi that reminded us of how cool it would be to spend a lovely afternoon on a beach while sipping this cocktail. This one really set the mood and the bar quite high. Definitely one of the best Christmas cocktails in Bandra!
Mama Kiss Santa: 3.7/5
Mami and Papi: 4.2/5
Restaurant Price: INR 2500 for two excluding taxes
Address: 14th & 33rd Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400050
Summing Up
And that’s a wrap on the best Christmas cocktails in Bandra, Mumbai. With restaurants and pubs offering Christmas-exclusive bar menus, it is interesting to see the creativity they bring to the table by concocting innovative and bold flavors of the season. Christmas is right on the cards, so when are you visiting one of these places to try out some amazing cocktails this holiday season?
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FAQs
What Is A Traditional Christmas Cocktail?
Eggnog and Hot Buttered Rum are some of the most famous traditional Christmas cocktails. Apart from these, Negroni, Champagne, and Mimosa are also popular during Christmas.
What Cuisines Does Monkey Bar Specialize In?
Monkey Bar is famous for its unique spin on classic Indian and Italian dishes, as well as delectable cocktails.
Does Donna Deli Have Outdoor Seating?
Yes, Donna Deli has outdoor seating options available, however, you can reserve your seats in advance to avoid any last minute hassle.
