Mumbai food: 10 eateries where you can binge drink on a shoe-string budget

Bar Stock Exchange, Lower Parel

There are some blessed bars and eateries in Mumbai that do not need to add the 'happy hours' tag to keep you happy. Because, some legendary, shady, yet cool and hospitable bars and eateries in Mumbai have a 365 days pocket friendly bar menu to satisfy the thirst of budget folks and keep them happy 24'7. If you are looking for such filthy cheap bars and restuarants in the city, then here is the list for you.

1. Café Ideal, Chowpatty: Located on Girgaum Chowpatty, this iconic Irani cafe is the major crowd-puller in the area, thanks to its no-so-expensive food and drinks menu. The Parsi food here is authentic, economical, and undoubtedly delicious. So are the chilled beers that are offered at a pretty lower rate as compared to the high-end city pubs. There is music at the backdrop and pleasant view of ocean by the side. So, at a shoestring budget, a beer lover would get everything he needs along with his drink-good food, good view, and good ambience.

2. PJs, Bandra: It is one of the Mumbai bars that allow you to party without burning a hole in your pocket. You will have to spare Rs 50 and Rs 100 entry fees on weekdays and weekends respectively. Yet, if you are broke, you can go, sit as long as you can, and get drunk with your buddies. While the drink is incredibly cheap, food is unbelievably delicious. Pair your whisky, beer, scotch, or vodka with PJs outstanding Pork Chilli, Hakka noodles, and Chicken lollipop. Cocktail lovers are also sip their favourites within a shoestring budget.

3. Pop Tate's: Located in different parts of Mumbai, this casual dining restaurant is known for its affordable drinks and long lasting smiley hours. Loud music, good food, good ambience, happening crowd- all are clubbed up to make Pop Tate's Mumbai's one of the most favourite pocket-friendly pubs.

4. Gokul Colaba: A casual dining and budget bar, Gokul does not boost of a classy ambience, but of good food and cheap drinks. If you are in your teens and want to experience the bygone Mumbai, then drop in to Gokul and spend some unforgettable hours over cheap drinks and delicious food. From standard whisky to premium whisky, from regular vodka to imported vodka, and from mild beer to strong ones, Gokul has everything in its kitty to quench your thirst. The old world charm of Gokul will make you forget the classy charm of pop- up bars and eateries in the city.

5. 5 Spice: This place is known for a long list lip smacking Chinese delicacies and home-grown desserts. The drinks menu is another attraction here. While alcoholic drinks are quoted under filthy cheap rates, the delicious Chinese meals are listed under the 'enormous quantity' banner. Drop in to any of its outlets in Mumbai to savour sumptuous Chinese meal along with a glass of cheap and chilled beer.

6. Bar Stock Exchange: Who does not know about this place in Mumbai. Their typical functioning system, similar to the Bombay Stock Exchange is a major attraction. Drop in at any time of the day and order a drink for a price that will not give a hole in your pocket. Do not expect much from the food quality though. Here, prices of drinks are fluctuating, and so will be glasses on your tables. For a completely different drinking experience, step in to Mumbai's celebrated Bar Stock Exchange.

7. Jughead's: Step in to say cheers with cheap cocktails, affordable whiskeys, and reasonably priced beers. You can have the best drink and dine session here with friends after a hectic day at work. All you need to do is occupy a table, order some delicious chicken meals from their colourful menu and sip glasses of chilled beer to refresh your mood and keep the spirit going.

8. Janata, Bandra West: In one of Mumbai's most happening locality, tucked is this pocket-friendly bar and casual dining outlet. If the posh pubs of Bandra West do not fit into your budget, make your way to Janata. The legendary outlet serves cheap booze along with delicious wholesome meals. The crowd is also chic and upscale. BIRA beer, Prawn thali, Surmayi thali, Chicken Sukha should be there in your order list at Janata's.

9. Durga Restaurant and Bar, Matunga: This is few of those Mumbai bars that serve delectable food along with economical alcohols. If you are a non-vegetarian residing in Mumbai, then you must visit Durga at Matunga East for their yummy Kalmi Kebab, Chicken Handi Biryani, and Chicken Tikka. Along with reasonable whisky bottles, savour the regular chakna, which the shady bars always specialize in.

10. Yacht, Bandra: Are you broke and still hunting for a bar that can give you drinks at a bare minimum cost? Then step in to Yacht at Hill Rooad, Bandra. Over a plate of Beef Chilly and Kheema masala pav, you can order a bottle of whisky at an unbelievably low rate. The bar may be shady and does not boost of classy decor, but is the perfect destination for those who hunt for solitude, good food, and cheap drinks in a bustling and happening place like Bandra.

While we say life in Mumbai os full of challenges, sturggle and tirirng journeys, we also say that the city is the host to lots of legandary as well newbie eateries that meet the needs of people who need an excuse to take a break from their daily routine and at the same time keep their spirits going. These pocket friendly Mumbai pubs and restaurants are some of those names that will keep you high after a tiring day even under the moonlit sky.