24 May,2021 03:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Just as the summer sets in, the US celebrates May as National Barbecue Month. The cooking technique as well as its associated sauce is quite popular across the globe as well. Barbecue dishes make for an indulgent meal, whether you prefer juicy burgers or a nicely done steak. We have rounded up a list of exciting multi cuisine barbecue dishes that foodies can indulge in this month.
K- bbq
Korean barbecue has become quite the rage globally and as expected, a cosmopolitan city such as Mumbai is home to several eateries serving Korean fare. The Heng Bok is known for serving authentic Korean food. Chicken Bulgogi (INR 950) and Meat Bulgogi (INR 1000) are among the chef's specials while Spicy Samgyeopsal Belgium Pork Belly (INR 1200), and Octopus Barbecue (INR 850) are two of the most interesting barbecue dishes on the menu.
AT: 6th Floor, Suburbia Mall, Near Shoppers Stop, Linking Road, Bandra West
TIME: 12-8 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 9004121263
Comfort food
With outlets across Mumbai and NCR, Smoke House Deli offers an extensive multi-cuisine menu. If you're in the mood to have some comfort food, try out their BBQ Chicken and Cheddar Melt in Crispy Croissant (INR 475) served with house fries, caramelised onions, and mustard slaw. A great option for vegetarians is the Keto Smoked Chili BBQ Malai Paneer Skewers (INR 415).
AT: 1st Floor, Delphi, B Wing, Orchard Avenue, Hiranandani Gardens, Panchkutir Ganesh Nagar, Powai (also at Pali Hill, Kemps Corner, and more)
TIME: 12- 11 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 8657547187
Brazilian spice
If you are looking to try something new, you might want to consider Boteco's delightful Brazilian food. They say nobody barbecues like the Brazilians do, be it pork ribs or chicken legs. The restaurant serves a wide variety of meats cooked to perfection. Chef's special Churrasco de Frango (INR 720) comprises barbecued chicken on skewers with mashed potato and vegetables. The paprika laden dish is a must-try for lovers of spicy food.
AT: Room 11, Ground Floor, Bhiku Building, Veer Savarkar Marg, Prabhadevi
TIME: 12- 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 9158704567
Saucy barbecue
Grandmama's Cafe has long been a staple in the city's gastronomical scene with its multiple outlets. Serving everything from American to Parsi delicacies, its menu caters to varied preferences. The BBQ Cottage Cheese Pizza (INR 410) has hickory barbecue flavoured cottage cheese while the BBQ Chicken Pizza (INR 450) replaces the cottage cheese with hickory barbecue flavoured chicken. Both pizzas, topped with mozzarella cheese, jalapeno, and sweet caramelised onions, are crunchy and saucy.
AT: Hotel Royal Garden, Ground Floor, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu (also at Lower Parel, Chembur, and more)
TIME: 12- 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 8591078528
Buns and wi(t)ches
Another eatery serving multi-cuisine meals, The Sassy Spoon has plenty of exciting burgers on its menu. The BBQ Tofu, Carrots, Green Peas, and Celery Burger with Kangkung (INR 395), Roast Chicken in House Smoked BBQ Sauce Sandwich (INR 425), and Crunchy Cottage Cheese and Bell Peppers in House Smoked BBQ Sauce Sandwich (INR 375) are seemingly the best options here.
AT: Ground Floor, Express Towers, Ramnath Goenka Marg, Nariman Point
TIME: 12- 11 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 9819544195