Indulge in creamy hot chocolate during winter at these Mumbai cafes in Dadar

Cool breezes have taken over the city marking the onset of a pleasant winter in Mumbai Needless to say Mumbaikars have already begun indulging in a variety of snacks and not to mention hot beverages like kadak adrak waali chai For this writer though Mumbai winter equals gulping down mugs of soulsatisfying hot chocolate A cool breezy day is a perfect reason to indulge in some chocolatey goodness To enjoy the cold winter while it lasts this writer a Dadar resident since birth decides to go on a hot chocolate spree hopping from one cafeacute to the other trying out some of the best hot chocolates in the neighbourhoodA place known for serving authentic Maharashtrian cuisine like misal pav of Aswaad restaurant masale bhaat of Prakash Hotel kothimbir vadi of Gypsy Corner or Ashokrsquos vada pav Dadar is now also home to many fancy cafeacutes The cafeacute culture earlier uncommon among Dadarkars has become a popular and preferred choice especially for the young The writer is one of themIf you are loving the cold climate and wish to enjoy it to your heartrsquos content sipping on these hot chocolates from the cafes of Dadar will be a great choiceThe Chocolate HeavenBrownie hot chocolate Photo Courtesy Aakanksha AhireThe name does complete justice to all things chocolate served at this cafeacute Located near Shivaji Park the cafeacute is a perfect hangout place for friends and couples If you are in for a unique variety of hot chocolates this place is unmissable They serve 6 different varieties of hot chocolate with whipped cream and optional marshmallowsThe writer couldnrsquot get enough of the brownie hot chocolate she ordered for herself The richness of crumbled brownie chunks in a creamy hot chocolate instantly calmed her mood with just by a sip With the perfect level of sweetness and a decent quantity of servings this one ranks as her favourite chocolate drink in DadarOn the menuClassic hot chocolateDark hot chocolateBrownie hot chocolateStrawberry hot chocolateCaramel hot chocolateNutella hot chocolateCost Rs 200210Address Shop no 96 Cadell road near Hinduja hospital Shivaji Park Asavari Mahim Mumbai Maharashtra 400016Home ChefCadbury hot chocolate Photo Courtesy Aakanksha AhireA beloved cafeacute of every Dadarkar Home chef is a second home an abode whose aesthetic and quirky interiors attract every passerby to try it out Here the writer orders for herself Cadbury hot chocolate with marshmallows and a KitKat bar on the side Here is a warning this one is only for those who have a sweet tooth and love CadburyIf you are someone who does not like their drinks too sweet this might not be the best option but it is surely worth a try I for one absolutely loved each sip of the delectable drinkOn the menuCadbury hot chocolateCost Rs 230Address Meher Premises Shivaji Park Dadar West Dadar Mumbai Maharashtra 400028Nude Food CafeacuteHazelnut hot chocolate Photo Courtesy Aakanksha AhireA perfect place for a date and intimate meetings Nude Food cafeacute prides itself as an organic zerowaste and healthconscious eatery The cafe is a relaxed space brimming with positive vibes It should be mentioned that the hazelnut hot chocolate ordered by the writer was served to her in an earthen mug that complimented well with the values the cafe propagatesJust like the subtle interiors of the cafeacute their hot chocolate too was subtle for the taste A perfectly balanced hazelnut flavour combined with chocolate was an instant hit What stands this one out from the rest is that it was low on sweetness making it a great option for those who steer clear of more sugar consumption The cafeacute serves three kinds of hot chocolate so suit yourselfOn the menuHot chocolateHot chocolate hazelnutHot chocolate hazelnut with whip creamCost Rs 200275Address 364 Dhuru Lodge Swatantryaveer Savarkar Rd Dadar West Prabhadevi Mumbai Maharashtra 400028Cafeacute TrofimaNutella hot chocolate Photo Courtesy Aakanksha AhireHere the writer ordered herself a Nutella hot chocolate This is another cafeacute you can try for hot chocolate if you donrsquot have a liking for sweets and sugar Heavy on the milk and a decent flavour of Nutella this hot chocolate was a rather simple one It is perfect for a quick hot drink on the go While their service took a while to serve the drink the writer can certainly recommend this for those who are looking for a simple option in hot chocolates The cafeacute serves three varietiesOn the menuTraditional hot chocolateIrishHazelnut hot chocolateNutellaCost Rs 200220Address Raja Badhe Chowk Opp Raja Rani Travels Shivaji Park Road Number 2 Lady Jamshedji Rd Mumbai Maharashtra 400016Costa CoffeeSignature hot chocolate Photo Courtesy Aakanksha AhireAlthough this one is not an exclusive cafeacute in Dadar with its branches spread across the city the writer chooses to give this a try since it has newly opened in the region The hot chocolate here is a classic one Heavy on the chocolate flavour this standard hot chocolate is just perfect with the right amount of sweetness the right amount of milk and just creamy enough to satiate a chocolate loverrsquos cravings However this one is a bit more expensive than all the other onesOn the menuSignature hot chocolateCost 267Address W Shop No 6 Ground Floor 377 Amarkunj society Veer Savarkar Marg Shivaji Park Old Cadell Rd Dadar Mumbai Maharashtra 400028Head to these cafes especially after a tiring day at work to wind down over a steaming and comforting cup of hot chocolateMidday online Lifestyle Features team reviews Mumbai eateries anonymously and pays for their mealsAlso Read Chocolate sushi to Smoked Chocolate Martini How Mumbai restaurants are innovating with chocolate in dishes and drinks