Goa Portuguesa, with its white façade and columned entrance reminiscent of a Goan villa, is a heritage-inspired restaurant founded by Dr Suhas Awchat. Among Mumbai’s oldest and most iconic dining spots, it is known for its authentic Goan, Portuguese, and seafood specialties.
Where To Find The Best Seafood In Mumbai: 5 Must-Try Places
If you are a seafood lover and looking for the best places in Mumbai to try the most delicious prawns or the freshest prawns, here's a roundup of five spots serving the best seafood in the city.
Mumbai is a true haven for seafood lovers. With its fresh catch, rich coastal traditions, and inventive culinary twists, the city serves up everything from Malvani staples and Konkan delicacies to global seafood specials. Be it buttery lobster, fiery prawns, or grilled fish laced with Indian spices, Mumbai’s top seafood restaurants promise a feast to remember.
Maaslli
Tucked away in Worli’s bylanes, Maaslli celebrates the flavours of India’s vast coastline. The restaurant serves fresh, aromatic seafood in a warm, fuss-free setting, with a menu that spans soups, appetisers, and rich curries. Highlights include the GSB-style sukkhe made with prawns, clams, and surmai, while the Malvani dry preparations and the indulgent Konkani ghee roast prawns are perfect picks for a hearty seafood spread.
Address: Plot 31A, Ground Floor, Old Ambalal Chawl, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai
Price for two: INR 1000
What to order from Maaslli’s menu: Tirfal fish curry, chicken sagoti, prawns biryani
Goa Portuguesa
Soft yellow walls and arched French-style windows lend Goa Portuguesa a distinct Goan-Portuguese charm. The menu features a wide range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian starters along with aromatic curries, all rich in flavour. Must-try dishes include spice-rubbed rawas, prawns-stuffed bombil, and squids in lemon butter garlic sauce—each offering a true taste of Goa.
Address: Mili Building, Takandas Kataria Marg, Near Hinduja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai
Price for two: INR 2500
What to order from Goa Portuguesa’s menu: Prawns rissoins, fried bombil and grilled pomfret
Fresh Catch by Francis
Set along Hill Road in Bandra, Fresh Catch by Francis has evolved into a brighter, more contemporary space while staying true to its coastal roots. Surrounded by greenery, the relaxed ambience complements a menu rich in flavourful seafood specialties. Standouts include Francis’s favourites—pomfret rossa curry, prawns amniotic curry, and prawn balchao—while desserts like bebnicca and bread pudding provide the perfect sweet finish.
Address: Unit-201, Plot-71, Khan House, Hill Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Price for two: INR 1800
What to order from Fresh Catch’s menu: Mixed seafood pulao, crab jeera meera and prawns harahari curry
South of Vindhyas
If you’re looking to enjoy seafood in a setting of classic South Indian elegance, South of Vindhyas offers just that—with carved wooden furniture, earthy tones, and traditional artwork enhancing the ambience. The menu highlights regional delicacies from Kerala and Tamil Nadu, featuring starters like rice fritters, cutlets, and vadai. Seafood specialties such as fish curry, spicy pomfret, and pepper crab are must-tries, while desserts like almond cakes, khajur halwa, and banana fritters round off the experience beautifully.
Address: The Orchid Hotel, 70C, Nehru Road, Vile Parle East, Mumbai
Price for two: INR 3000
What to order from South of Vindhya’s menu: Spicy, tangy fish curry, lobster curry and lamb stew
Mahesh Lunch Home
Mahesh Lunch Home is a culinary landmark celebrated for its authentic Mangalorean cuisine and seafood specialties. The ambience combines modern design with a vibrant yet relaxed setting, featuring comfortable seating and soft blue lighting that adds to its upscale, welcoming atmosphere.
The menu spans soups, starters, and hearty gravies across vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and oriental options. Highlights include Lahori green garlic crab, Malwani crab sukkha, and charcoal-grilled prawns, crabs, and surmai. To complement the seafood, the restaurant also offers an impressive selection of champagnes, chardonnay, and wines for a well-rounded dining experience.
Address: Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai
Price for two: INR 2000
What to order from Mahesh Lunch Home’s menu: Spicy Malaysian crab, prawns charmulla and seafood platter
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