Saffron (JW Marriott, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai)

In a nutshell: A nice Indian restaurant at the JW Mariott, with nice ambience, live music and a roller coaster ride for our tastebuds. No match to the likes of Dum Pukht. Address & other details:  Saffron Meal for 2: 2000 onwards Cuisine type :  vegetarian & nonvegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the … Continue reading Saffron (JW Marriott, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai)

Maya (Trident Hotel, C 56, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai)

This is a review of Lucknowi food festival ‘Lucknowi Rivaayat’ from 15th to 26th feb 2016, curated by Dr. Izzat Husain (A Unani doctor & Chef from Lucknow). In a nutshell: In hindsight, with the same money, I would have rather bought a to & fro ticket to Lucknow, eat the same items & come back, the Lucknow ones wud have been way better or … Continue reading Maya (Trident Hotel, C 56, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai)

Kakori House (10 A, Shiv Sagar Society, Opposite Paradise Cinema, LJ Road, Mahim, Mumbai)

In a nutshell: Mind blowing kakori kabab, awesome biryani and an assortment of good, average and bad food. Address & other details:  Kakori House Meal for 2: 800 onwards Cuisine type :  vegetarian &non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured / sponsored reviews. YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Kakori House (10 A, Shiv Sagar Society, Opposite Paradise Cinema, LJ Road, Mahim, Mumbai)

Tamra (Shangri-La’s Eros Hotel, 19, Ashoka Road, near India Gate, New Delhi)

In a nutshell: One of the best German food I have had in Delhi NCR recently & also one of the best buffets I have been to in a while. Address & other details:  Tamra Meal for 2: Rs 3000 onwards. Cuisine type :  vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the … Continue reading Tamra (Shangri-La’s Eros Hotel, 19, Ashoka Road, near India Gate, New Delhi)

Dum pukht (ITC Maurya, Sardar Patel Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi)

In a nutshell: One of the finest Awadhi food I have had recently , a class apart, better than not only many others but also as compared to some other dum pukhts. Address & other details:  Dum pukht Meal for 2: Rs 3000 onwards. Cuisine type :  vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has … Continue reading Dum pukht (ITC Maurya, Sardar Patel Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi)

California boulevard (SCO 383 & 384, Sector 29, Gurgaon)

In a nutshell: Imposing facade, great ambience, superb service, excellent beverages but ‘jack of all trades, master of few’ when it comes to food. Address & other details:  California Boulevard Meal for 2: Rs 1500 onwards. Cuisine type :  vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does … Continue reading California boulevard (SCO 383 & 384, Sector 29, Gurgaon)

Tunday Kababi (On road connecting Chowk Gol Darwaza & Akbari Gate, Lucknow)

In a nutshell: A shop owned by the family of the Legend whose kababs became famous asTunday kabab. I am sure he himself used to make it way better to have reached such a Legendary status. Address & other details:  Tunday (the link shows Rahims. Once u reach Rahims, this shop is on opposite side, few shops later). Ask anyone. Meal for 2: Rs. 50 onwards Cuisine type … Continue reading Tunday Kababi (On road connecting Chowk Gol Darwaza & Akbari Gate, Lucknow)

Idris Hotel (opposite Police Chowki, Patanala, Lucknow)

In a nutshell: An eatery with no signboard, no proper entrance, tiny eating hall where one shares table with strangers …………. It is also the eatery that makes food with a passion for perfection leading to impeccable, unforgettable food with awesome taste & flavors – stuff that turn into legends & memories. Address & other details:  Idris Meal for 2: Rs. 100 onwards Cuisine type :  … Continue reading Idris Hotel (opposite Police Chowki, Patanala, Lucknow)

Cafe Lota (National Crafts Museum, Bhairon Marg, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi)

This is a review by YUMMRAJ’s foodie friend Rashi Agarwal. She is the one who poked & prodded YUMMRAJ to go to this place. YUMMRAJ’s review is placed just below this review: So one fine day I decided to ditch the malls and go to the National Science Center and National Crafts Museum. What I expected while entering the majestic gate of the museum was … Continue reading Cafe Lota (National Crafts Museum, Bhairon Marg, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi)

Sabir’s Hotel (3 & 5, Biplabi Anukul Chandra Street, Machuabazar, near Chandni Chowk metro station, Kolkata)

This is a part of YUMMRAJ’s series called TIMELESS KOLKATA EATOUTS – reviews of Heritage Kolkata restaurants. Each restaurant has been rated as ‘Old is Gold’ or ‘Old is no more Gold’ based on the experience. Year/decade of opening- 1948 In a nutshell: Legendary Kolkata restaurant with a typical Mughlai restaurant look & feel, average to good food. The Glorious past seems to b just … Continue reading Sabir’s Hotel (3 & 5, Biplabi Anukul Chandra Street, Machuabazar, near Chandni Chowk metro station, Kolkata)