Dish ranking
Best curries in Mumbai
20 curries from 14 restaurants, ranked by 69 recorded votes.
Curry covers dozens of regional traditions. The trick is ordering the one the kitchen grew up cooking.
In Mumbai the highest recorded total belongs to Chicken Tikka Masala at Leopold Cafe, with 52 votes. Every row below links to the dish page, where you can see the other dishes at that restaurant and add your own vote.
Recorded totals include starter data and votes from members and guests. They are not counts of verified diners or star ratings. How rankings work
The ranking
- 1Chicken Tikka MasalaLeopold Cafe52 votes
- 2 Paneer Tikka MasalaCopper Chimney KalaghodaCubes of पनीर (paneer) marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled and simmered in a rich tomato-based gravy.3 votes
- 3Dal BukharaCopper Chimney KalaghodaSlow-cooked black lentils simmered overnight with tomatoes, ginger, and garlic, finished with cream and butter. A Copper Chimney specialty.2 votes
- 4Murg Makhani (Butter Chicken)Copper Chimney KalaghodaTender chicken pieces cooked in a creamy tomato sauce, flavored with fenugreek and butter. A classic Indian comfort food.2 votes
- 5Dal BukharaSahib Room & Kipling BarSlow-cooked black lentils simmered overnight with tomatoes, butter, and cream, a Sahib Room specialty.1 votes
- 6Goan Fish CurryFifty Five EastA tangy and spicy fish curry from the coastal state of Goa, made with fresh catch, coconut milk, and a blend of গোan spices. Best enjoyed with steamed rice, it's a true taste of the Konkan coast.1 votes
- 7Goan Prawn CurryNative BombayA tangy and flavorful prawn curry made with coconut milk, kokum, and a blend of Goan spices. A taste of the Konkan coast.1 votes
- 8Kolivada Prawn CurryBANDRA BORNSpicy and tangy prawn curry from the Koli fishing community, rich with coconut and authentic coastal flavors.1 votes
- 9Konkani Fish CurryTanatan Shivaji ParkAromatic Goan-style fish curry with kingfish, infused with kokum, coconut milk, and a blend of coastal spices. Slightly spicy.1 votes
- 10Malabar Fish CurryTanatan Juhu - Kitchen & BarA rich and aromatic fish curry from the Malabar coast, simmered with coconut milk and local spices. (Is Spicy)1 votes
- 11Malabar Fish Curry with AppamEkaaA rich and tangy fish curry prepared with kokum, coconut milk, and traditional Malabar spices, served with fluffy appam.1 votes
- 12Malvani Fish Curry with Sol KadhiPeshwa PavilionA tangy and spicy Malvani-style fish curry, typically made with kingfish or pomfret, cooked in a coconut-based gravy. Accompanied by a refreshing glass of sol kadhi.1 votes
- 13Paneer Tikka MasalaBANDRA BORNTandoor-grilled paneer cubes in a rich, creamy tomato and cashew gravy. A popular vegetarian delight.1 votes
- 14Paneer Tikka Masala StackDemy Bar + KitchenLayers of smoky paneer tikka, fragrant basmati rice, and a rich tomato-based masala, served with a mint-yogurt raita.1 votes
- 15Dal SaffronSaffron JW Marriott Mumbai JuhuBlack lentils slow-cooked overnight with cream, butter, and a hint of saffron. Our signature take on a classic comfort food.0 votes
- 16Goan Prawn CurryUmmrao SaajA vibrant and tangy prawn curry made with coconut milk, kokum, and a blend of authentic Goan spices, capturing the essence of coastal flavors.0 votes
- 17Goan Prawn Curry with KokumDemy Bar + KitchenPlump prawns simmered in a tangy and spicy coconut-based curry, infused with the unique flavor of kokum. Served with steamed rice.0 votes
- 18Nksha Dal MakhaniNkshaSlow-cooked black lentils simmered overnight with tomatoes, butter, and cream, a rich and comforting classic.0 votes
- 19Paneer Tikka MasalaNative BombayCubes of印度奶酪 marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled and then simmered in a creamy tomato-based gravy. A vegetarian favorite.0 votes
- 20Paneer Tikka Masala StackTanatan Shivaji ParkSucculent paneer tikka layered with a rich, creamy tomato-based masala and delicate saffron rice.0 votes
How to order curries well
- Ask which region the kitchen cooks; order from that part of the menu.
- Rice or bread matters, order roti with dry curries, rice with saucy ones.
- Say your heat level as mild, medium or local-hot rather than a number.
Curries in Mumbai: common questions
- What are the best curries in Mumbai?
- The highest recorded total is for Chicken Tikka Masala at Leopold Cafe first, with 52 votes. The full ranking above covers 20 curries across 14 Mumbai restaurants and updates as recorded totals change.
- How is this Mumbai ranking decided?
- Dishes are ordered by recorded totals, including starter data, member votes and guest votes. This is not a star rating or a survey of verified diners.
- Can I add a curri that is missing?
- Yes. Open the restaurant page, add the dish, and it enters this ranking once it is approved and matches this category.