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.
If dinner with a little bit of entertainment is what you have in mind, Trincas is just the place for you. All the other restaurants on Park Street have been unable to continue the tradition of live music and cabaret that once was the accepted and celebrated norm here. But, the live acts at Trincas reign supreme even today. Needless to say, it is absolutely adored among tired office-goers from around the area. It also happens to be one of the few restaurants serving pork preparations in the vicinity. The menu includes Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes and happy hours are there in the evening. This is a perfect place for some time out with friends, especially if you plan to hop into Someplace Else or HHI Underground later.
The Other Room on Park Street is a trendy and hip joint, dishing out some mouth-watering Indian, Chinese and European cuisine and a host of innovative mocktails and cocktails. It is the perfect place to unwind after a long day at work or if you're in the mood for some great music, the live performers will not disappoint. With its chic interiors and prompt service, The Other Room is good enough to pass off as your own!
All those having a sweet tooth should definitely visit Paris Café in Ballygunge, Kolkata. Pancakes with chocolate sauce and rainbow cakes are some of the fast selling items here. They also have a variety of mouth watering pastries on their list. The café’s proximity to the Ice Skating Rink makes it easy to locate. Although it is set in a very small area but the ambiance is beautifully decorated using royal interiors. So the café seems to be classy. It is an ideal place to catch up with friends for an evening chat. They also serve some nicely brewed coffees thus making this place perfect to catch up on a coffee date.
Promising a complete international culinary experience, Waterside Cafe is Hyatt Regency Kolkata's all day dining restaurant. The ambiance is a mix of modern sophistication and quiet comfort, completed by beautiful views of lush green spaces and water. The breakfast and lunch buffets offer world cuisine; you can also choose from the interesting a la carte menu. The Bakery located at the entrance of the restaurant is perfect for desserts. You won't forget the experience of dining here too soon.
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.