An ITC Sonar offering, Pan Asian is just as the name suggests: a journey across Asian culinary traditions. Oriental cuisine differs in flavors and ingredients as per the region and this restaurant makes an effort to recognize and recreate each of these differences with skillful precision. Korea, Mongolia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan and China; choose any of these regions and you can taste adorable preparations. But if you would like to sample everything, it will take more than a few visits to this unique restaurant.
Zen, nestled in the classy and elegant Park Hotel, is truly a 'new theater of food' that provides a visual and culinary treat as well. Wooden paneled flooring giving the effect of bamboos and artifacts adorning the room are well coordinated with the Oriental decor. It has show kitchens, where you can watch the skilled chefs expertly dishing out tasty preparations. Every order of the customer is treated like a piece d'art and right from the recipe to the presentation, each step is carried out with precision and amazing attention to detail. If you like your privacy, choose to sit in the space separated by the wooden columned curtains. The Japanese bar serves excellent sushi and teppanyaki. Be a part of this culinary journey that takes you through the unique world of Oriental cuisines.
Sufia is your joint-next-door gastronomical delight. Serving local and traditional Mughlai cuisine including sumptuous kebabs, kheema, and tandoori, this place is a must visit if you're looking for economical, wholesome, comfort food. During winters, Sufia dishes out a very popular mutton soup called nahili, that runs out at six a.m.! Not an early bird and still don't want to miss out? It's best you place a takeaway order the previous night.
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.