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What to order
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Bombay Duck Fry
Highly praised for its light, crispy texture and perfect seasoning. Reviewers noted it as a 'coastal revelation' with a golden outside and melt-in-mouth inside. The unique sides like kimchi and house chutneys enhance the flavor layers.
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Chicken Sukka with Neer Dosa
Recommended as a flavorful and textural combo, with the spicy, dry sukka complementing the soft, delicate neer dosa perfectly. Described as comfort food with coastal soul and rated 5/5.
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Crab Butter Pepper Garlic
Mentioned multiple times as a must-try starter, praised for its rich buttery and peppery flavor. Seen as a standout seafood dish that exemplifies the restaurant's quality.
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Prawn Chilly Green Pepper
Highly recommended alongside crab dishes for its excellent taste and spice balance, contributing to the overall exceptional seafood experience.
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Prawn Ghee Roast
Noted for being outstanding with a thicker gravy option recommended by staff. Although pricey, it is considered worth the cost for its flavor and quality.
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Surmai Tawa Fry
Frequently mentioned and praised for its freshness and perfect cooking. A popular fish dish that is a reliable choice for seafood lovers.
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Pomfret Tawa Fry
Recommended for its fresh quality and balanced taste, cooked to perfection. It is considered one of the top seafood offerings at the restaurant.
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Rawas Malwani Masala Curry
Noted for its flavorful and authentic taste, showcasing the restaurant's expertise in coastal curry preparations.
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Solkadhi
Suggested as a refreshing and well-balanced drink to enjoy with starters and meals. Praised for its perfect sweetness and bitterness balance.
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Garlic Ghee Roast Crab
Mentioned as a premium dish worth the higher price due to its excellent preparation and taste, reflecting the restaurant's high-quality seafood offerings.
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Rawas Vijaywada Curry
Recommended as a main course with rich flavors, adding to the variety of authentic coastal dishes available.
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Appam
Suggested as a complementary item to main courses, appreciated for its texture and balance with spicy seafood dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
About Mahesh Lunch Home
This refined branch of restaurant chain established in 1977 serves fresh Mangalorean seafood dishes.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Google Pay
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Valet parking
Frequently asked
What is Mahesh Lunch Home known for?
It is best known for coastal seafood dishes, especially bombay duck fry, surmai, pomfret, and neer dosa with curry. Reviewers repeatedly mention the fresh fish, strong Mangalorean flavors, and the curry-tasting guidance that helps people choose between gassi, pulimunchi, Goan, and Malvani styles.
What dishes are most recommended at Mahesh Lunch Home?
Frequently recommended items include bombay duck fry, fried surmai, tandoori pomfret, prawn ghee roast, rawas pulimunchi, crab ghee roast, and neer dosa. Reviewers also call out solkadhi, chicken sukka, and butter-garlic prawns, often noting that the seafood is fresh and the gravies are especially flavorful.
What is the atmosphere like at Mahesh Lunch Home?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, trendy, and upscale, with a spacious dining room and a bar onsite. Reviewers say it works well for groups and friends, and some mention that the lighting is a little dim while the overall setting feels welcoming and polished.
Is Mahesh Lunch Home good value, and what is the price range?
It is in the $$$ range, and several reviewers say it is slightly expensive or pricey for Mumbai. Even so, they often feel the seafood quality, fresh fish, and generous flavor make dishes like prawn ghee roast and tandoori pomfret worth the cost.
Should you make a reservation at Mahesh Lunch Home?
Yes, especially for lunch and dinner, because reviewers mention the restaurant can get quite packed, including on Friday afternoons. The listing also says brunch, lunch, and dinner reservations are recommended, so booking ahead is the safest way to avoid a wait.
Is parking available at Mahesh Lunch Home?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Valet parking is available.
Does Mahesh Lunch Home have vegetarian options?
Yes, Mahesh Lunch Home offers vegetarian options.
Is Mahesh Lunch Home kid-friendly?
Yes, Mahesh Lunch Home is good for kids.
