Kolkata Diaries 3 - Food Review - Mocambo
I have been having a great time exploring the city and experiencing culinary delights. The city has its own charm just like Bangalore. Mocambo is one place you get to hear about, the moment you step in Kolkata which brings with it a dose of contemporary culture. It is quite opulent by Kolkata standards. I got to know the place became more popular since Bollywood actress Vidya Balan was seen sipping coffee in the movie, Kahaani.
The dimly lit ambience creates a cozy atmosphere. The old fashioned red leather scoop seats and hanging lampshades will not put you off but render a royal feeling.
I ordered a chicken steak and grilled fish. The waft of steak was enough to entice me. It was perfect to soothe my grumpy olfactory senses. Thumbs up for the chicken steak. However, they did skimp on the quantity of grilled fish. I have forgotten what my friend ordered. The garlic soup and butter chicken were satisfactory. But, in the end four people were satiated with happy tummies.
People still visit the restaurant which is evident from the queues outside. They don’t make reservations and the regulars have been whining about the deteriorating quality. Maybe the managers are happy with the amount of footfalls but they really need to revamp the quality of food.
To sum it up, the warm behavior, pocket friedly meal and retro ambience fill your heart. I can say it without any qualms I would love to visit the place again whenever I get a chance.
In other news, I had been on a shopping detox for this month. But it is not working out anymore. Sigh. I need tips from you on how to develop a habit of saving and refrain from shopping. XOXO.
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Grilled Fish  |
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| Garlic Soup |
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| Chicken Steak - One of the best steaks I have had in Kolkata |
Where?
Building No. 25 B, Park Street
Near Music World, Kolkata - 700016
11 AM to 11 PM IST
(+91) 33 22290095, (+91) 33 22464300
Pocket Pinch: 700-800 INR for 2 (without alcohol)
11 AM to 11 PM IST
(+91) 33 22290095, (+91) 33 22464300
Pocket Pinch: 700-800 INR for 2 (without alcohol)
What I like?
Licensed for alcohol
Budget-frendly
Local cuisine
What I didn’t like?
No reservations and long queues outside
Must Try - Mixed Grills, Fish Wellington and Chicken Tetrazzini
Licensed for alcohol
Budget-frendly
Local cuisine
What I didn’t like?
No reservations and long queues outside
Must Try - Mixed Grills, Fish Wellington and Chicken Tetrazzini
Verdict: Reasonable prices and quick service wins all the brownie points
View more posts of the series:
Kolkata Diaries - Food Review - Fire and Ice
Kolkata Diaries - Food Review - Flury’s
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Kolkata Diaries - Food Review - Flury’s
Ooh, your first two dishes look amazing!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant!! I love this type of food!
ReplyDeleteHi Megha,
ReplyDeleteWow, the first dish looks so yummy. You've got me hungry now.
Hmm, whatever happened to all those calories? :p :p :p
Thanks for sharing the info and the reviews :)
Regards
Jay
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Thank you. Well, it is about eating right and ordering wisely :P I just had grilled fish and chicken steak with good nutritional value and taste as well :)
DeleteHAHAHA, I can see the innocence in your words and the innocent look on your face too. :) :)
DeleteYou're right about the taste part. :D
Mmm everything looks delicious! I can never do food diaries! They just never work out for me! I don't know why
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Kolkata has innumerable places for all kinds of food and this post brings back memories of tring out different places in the heavenly bliss of the 'city of joy'
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ReplyDeleteGreat Review Megha..
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Enjoyed your review and loved the term - shopping detox.
ReplyDeleteGreat review! Love the food pics.
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It looks good!
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Great food.
ReplyDeleteI like places which serve local food without pretense. Looks like a good place barring the long queues which actually shows it's popular. :)
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