In the hustle of the city where everyone waits for the weekend to party, or just for a drink mid-week after a long day; finding the right place can be a task, especially when new bars and restaurants are constantly mushrooming in the city. We decided to look at Kamala Mills—an area surrounded by glass sky-rise buildings, people dressed in formal attire, and a hotspot for offices of all kinds. In this list, our TLM Mumbai team scans through Kamala Mills to recommend the best bars.
Kamala Mills is part of the redevelopment of Mumbai’s cotton mills which began in 1992. These mills were an integral part of the city’s economy during the colonial era. Now, most mills have gone under redevelopment, and serve as residential or commercial hubs peppered with the trendiest bars and restaurants that the city has to offer.
Two of Lower Parel’s mills—the Kamala Mills and The Todi also known as Mathuradas Mill Compound—are the go-to spots for restaurants, bars, clubs, and cafes. Be it a quiet night in with a drink, or a full-blown clubbing night—this list of bars in Kamala Mills in Lower Parel has something for everyone.
Koko: Wasabi Negroni
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An award-winning restaurant by Tham Brothers, KOKO in Kamala Mills is all about transporting a world of Asian cuisine. Wasabi Negroni is a cocktail featuring bitter bianco, toasted rice tincture, and wasabi in a base of Ki No Bu Kyoto Dry Gin. The Wasabi Negroni has umami, bittersweet and aromatic notes. This cocktail is part of their House of Negroni menu which also includes a Umeshu Negroni, Negroni Highball, and more. Pair these with KOKO’s classics such as sushi, sashimi, dumplings, baos, and more!
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145 The Mill: Espresso Martini
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With four outposts in the city, 145 The Mill acts as a great after-work spot for office-goers near Kamala Mills and in Lower Parel. While espresso martini is quite a common drink, 145 makes it to perfection. It is not too sweet, nor is the coffee overpowering but you can still taste it. Pair it with their classic food options such as their animal-style fries, nasi goreng, mushroom or butter chicken bunny chow, and their desserts. With happy hours and a DJ or a musician playing live music, this space also turns into a party place for diners.
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Trippy Goat: Trippy Beet
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Bengaluru’s Trippy Goat finally made its way to the maximum city in Kamala Mills last November. Besides South Indian-inspired dishes, they also have drinks with a touch of their southern heritage such as their take on the espresso martini. But, what stood out for us was the Trippy Beet, their signature cocktail which has gin, goat milk washed fresh beetroot juice, ginger, and lemon. The goat milk-washed beetroot juice gives it a slightly milky and creamy aftertaste, which we love. Pair it with their banana blossom croquettes, rasam ramen, or even their stuffed roast chicken.
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Balsa: Voila
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Balsa in Kamala Mills stands out for its al-fresco dining. Besides its crafted and botanical cocktails, Balsa is also known for its north Indian, Chinese, and Mexican cuisine. The voila is a tropical signature cocktail with vodka as its base and hints of galangal and lemongrass. Butterfly pea flower extract gives it a beautiful colour along with edible flower infusions making the drink insta-worthy.
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BrewDog: Craft beer
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If you are someone who loves beer and is craving craft beer then BrewDog is the place for you. BrewDog in Kamala Mills is also their flagship store in India and their bar pours craft beer from 22 taps. From lagers, and ales, to stouts, BrewDog has it all. Pair these beers with their famous wings, wood-fired pizzas, juicy burgers, or even their loaded fries. This place, along with live music, also has other spirits and cocktails for the ones who don’t prefer beer.
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Millo: Once Upon A Time…In Hollywood
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Millo in Kamala Mills opts as a go-to option for non-meat eaters with its vegetarian and vegan menu. Millo has a wide variety of cuisine options such as Mexican, Asian, Italian, Sushi, Modern Indian, and mouth-watering desserts. They are also known for their beverages—mocktails and cocktails. Their Once Upon A Time…In Hollywood is a must for those who love catching films in theatres complete with the popcorn experience. The popcorn-infused bourbon with maraschino cherry, lemon, and vegan foam is a good combination of crisp popcorn with refreshing lemon. For the ones who want to jump onto the mezcal bandwagon, the Xalapa is a good option with tequila, mezcal, charred bell pepper, jalapenos, bird’s eye chili, cilantro, and agave.
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Demy: Lavender 75
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Demy in Kamala Mills is known for its chic-boho interiors with lots of indoor plants and also has a rooftop seating section as well. Demy is known for its sushi, continental food, north Indian cuisine, and Asian, and Italian such as pizzas, desserts, and beverages. Their cocktail menu is as pretty as it reads. The Lavender 75 cocktail is a gin-infused blue pea flower, triple sec, and elderflower and is topped with sparkling wine.
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Younion: Shots
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Younion in Kamala Mills is known as the clubbing and party place, mostly for college students and youngsters. With a DJ and live entertainment, spacious dance floors, photo ops, and finger food with vast food options, Younion is usually always packed. This party place is known for its expansive shots menu where they have options literally for everyone! The highlight? The variety of shots in many colours and the pocket-friendly price.
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Si Nonna’s: Wine
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Want to experience a glimpse of Italy in Mumbai? Si Nonna’s is the place you need to head to! Pair a good wine or an Aperol spritz with Si Nonna’s wood-fired sourdough pizzas. The bar menu might not be very exhaustive but it fits well with red and white wines with one option from Italy and India and they also have Aperol/Campari Spritz and beer.
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