Rating **1/2
It is a lovely feeling to drink coffee, surf on your iPad (yes I show off here) and know you are surrouned by lovely books, progressive art, and creative knick-knacks you can buy. The Banyan Tree at BMB Art Gallery is lovely. Nestled in a lovely lane surrounded by some of the city's oldest schools (Cathedral and John Conan Middle School and JB Petit for girls) the location is a dead ringer. The fresh fruit is inspired and piques your interest and the brownies and muffins make you feel right at home.
Its the entrees that surprise you. It has a satisfying menu that blends coffee house eats with the feel of a deli. The Spinach Burger was surprising - I don't normally like vegetarian burgers - The Thai Curry was not bad and the muffins are excellent. they also get their coffee bang on - which is most important in a coffee house.
The Banyan Tree Cafe **1/2
Gallery BMB, Fort, Mumbai 400001
Recommendations: Spinach burger, Coffee
Atmosphere: Arty, Contemporary
Service: Efficient
Decibel: Quiet, with random music from the '90s (?)
Price Range: Rs. 1,000 for 2 people
Hours: all day long
No reservations
No reservations
Child friendliness: It's more adult, but they would welcome young visitors.
