Situated opposite Maharaja, Peter Cat dates back to the 1960s and is one of the first restaurants to feature in the Park Street restaurant hub. The decor and the staff project the bygone era and the restaurant maintains its long-standing reputation of quality till date. A queue outside the white stucco facade of this restaurant is not an unusual sight; with space being the most pressing problem of the eatery, guests are frequently forced to wait on the pavement outside. Once you're inside, be prepared to brush a few shoulders as you make your way through the narrow aisles between the tables. Also, make sure you place your order quickly as it takes a long time for it to get to your table; but once it does, there is no way you will regret waiting for it! The restaurant features preparations from the Indian and Continental cuisines. The Cello Kebab here is legendary and would be the most recommended dish on the menu. The restaurant also serves a variety of cocktails and has an impressive wine list too. Remember: if the queue at Peter Cat is too much for you to handle, you can always turn the corner and walk to Moulin Rouge or Mocambo.
Park Street is lined up with a variety of restaurants, but none are as grand and historical as Flurys. Started by Mr and Mrs J Flury back in 1926, it was known as tea room that served delightful cakes, tastiest pastries and puddings and the most requested European and Swiss chocolates. Till date, Flurys retains it exclusiveness and penchant for serving the best of and exotic confectioneries. You can select the goodies you want from the take-away counter or sit down and relish the unique dishes. With recipes like linzer and sacher tortes, the European influence is very evident. Flurys also serves excellent varieties of coffee and tea. It also takes orders for cakes for all occasions including requests for egg-less and sugar-free ones. While the menu is westernized, Flurys does has special parties during festivals like Durga Puja to Rakhi. Anyone who visits Flurys to buy a particular food item, is always tempted by the mouth-watering treats displayed and ends up with loads of cute little pink Flurys bags.
Notwithstanding the unusual name, Xrong Place is just right if you're looking for a good time. Featuring Chinese and European cuisine, this place prides itself on some great coffee and innovative mocktails. The earthy decor is enchanting with pictures of Hollywood stars like Marilyn Monroe and Sylvestor Stallone donning the walls. With reasonable pricing and prompt service, Xrong Place guarantees a great experience.
This is Kolkata's version of the real Moulin Rouge in Paris, complete with the trademark windmill at its entrance. Although it has no cabaret performances today, it was known to be much like the original, albeit less extravagant, in its golden years. Around the 1960s musical soirees were the norm and the entire place would resound with laughter and celebration that would continue till the wee hours of the morning. The sense of nostalgia may not touch upon a first time visitor, but the interiors do hold precious clues to the past. With Indian, Continental, Chinese, French and Italian preparations on offer, Moulin Rouge is a great place for a good evening out with friends even today. The Fish and Chips perfectly compliment drinks and the Chicken Tetrazzini is a highly recommended main course option. The lack of live music is a definite letdown, but the restaurant never lets you down when it comes to good tasting food.
Oudh 1590 is a replica of the Mughal Palaces and is filled with beautiful paintings and wood work. It is very easy to get a feel of the Awadhi culture and brings back the memories of Wajid Ali Shah. Started in 2011 by the Chowdhary Brothers, this place offers good food, lovely ambience and an insight into the historical past of India. Each and every aspect in the restaurant is meticulously planned keeping in mind the culture of the ancient era. The menu is also full of Afghani delicacies featuring Shahi Tangri Kabab, Jheena Biryani, Paneer Qurma and lot more. This place aims at keeping alive the old Lucknowi taste by offering them the best of Lucknow.
One of the oldest names in the Park Street row of restaurants, Bar-B-Que is one of those places that you can order food, eat, chat and walk out with utmost satisfaction. Serving Indian, Continental and Chinese Cuisine, the restaurant stays extremely crowded, especially over the weekends. Although it is best known for its Chinese specialties, don't go expecting the real thing; what you get here is a localized version of the cuisine. Authenticity aside, the food here can be considered tasty by most standards and you can always try the north Indian and Moghlai specialties on offer. The most popular dish in the menu is the chimney soup which is really big on quantity. With well-decorated interiors and ample seating space, Bar-B-Que mostly caters to large family gatherings and is known for the long queues during the Durga Puja season. Flurys or Mamma Mia, situated a few steps away, are good options if you want to indulge the sweet tooth after your meal.
Glacé Patisserie is located in the ground floor of Chambers Mall. It serves French desserts and snacks. The interiors are well decorated and appear classy. It is open throughout the week so no matter what day it is, you can go to this place and pick up some pastries. The ambiance is colourful and is decorated using red and white balloons. The packaging is also very interesting as they use vibrant colors to make cake boxes of different sizes. The opera cake and the salted caramel pastry are the two most loved items here.
No, its not a clock tower, but the only traditional British pub that the city has to offer. Head to this bar in The New Kenilworth, which in itself has a strictly Colonial ambiance, and get tanked up on a variety of British ales and beers. True to its promise, the establishment comes with dart boards and a pool table. And if you're wondering about the finger foods, Big Ben has plenty, including the fried variety that is so necessary for a pub of this kind. Singles will particularly enjoy sitting at the bar which is simply extravagant!
Visit The Steak Factory in Kolkata and taste some of their continental delicacies. This place is a very old house converted to a fine-looking American styled eatery. It has a very good ambiance and the walls are beautifully decorated using European red and white wall paints. The price of the menu does not burn your pocket as it is affordable. Chef’s Special Steak Platter is the most loved dish among customers. They also have a variety of soups, salads and starters to choose from. Among them Russian Salad, Cream of Chicken Soup and Golden Fried Baby Corn Mushrooms are quite famous and fast selling too.
Punjabee Rasoi is one of the favorite restaurants in the Kasba area of Kolkata. Their signature item is Mutton Adrak Ke Punje and also the best selling one. Their Mutton Saag and Paneer Pulao has a very unique taste that cannot be found anywhere. The menu is slightly expensive, so it is a nice place to come once in a while. Customers are never disappointed with the quality and the quantity served. Their service is fast and efficient. All the staff is friendly. Those looking out to have some authentic Punjabi food should definitely come to this restaurant.
Tucked away in a bylane of Kolkata, just past the hustle and bustle of Ballygunge phari, Karma Kettle is a quiet oasis. A cafe and tea boutique, this tea-lover's haven invites you to linger over a perfectly brewed cup in a serene atmosphere. Wood-panelled walls, wrought iron furniture draped in vibrant prints, and a string of fairy lights create a welcoming space. Sip on delicate first flushes from the hills of Darjeeling, robust cups of Benares chai or savor an aromatic blend of strawberries, fennel and rose in their signature Keya. The staff recommendations are spot on, and they are well versed in what's available, including where the teas are sourced from and how they are blended. Every afternoon, the cafe serves High Tea, a mix of innovative Indian flavors and classic tea-time eats like moreish finger sandwiches and mini desserts. Adjacent to the seating area, the tea boutique is the ideal place to pick up a unique blend or an old favorite. The passion and love poured into this venture shine through, making it a tea enthusiast's delight.
Cafe Mezzuna is a part of the well-known brand Speciality Restaurants Ltd. It has spread its presence in a number of places like Kolkata, Pune and Bangalore. The restaurant serves Mediterranean, French, Italian, Moroccan and Asian flavors. Pastas, pizzas and crepes are some of their delicious items on the menu. They also have desserts and a variety of beverages to choose from. Café Mezzuna is proud to have bagged the Times Good Food Award for its legendary thin crust pizza. Also, the Pune outlet has received the Best All Day Dining Café award. Traditional recipes are used in all its items so that there is a balance between eating tasty and eating healthy.