Book Review: See Me

Restaurant Review: Big Burp Deli

Location: Shop No. 7, Manek Complex, Sector 29, Vashi Road, Vashi, Navi Mumbai

One day after dropping off baby to daycare, I wanted to grab a bite as I was super hungry. Wondering through sector 29, I came across Big burp Deli and hopped in after making sure they serve non veg.

The cafe looks welcoming from the outside. It's a cute little place with minimal decor. Another thing to grab my attention was a wall shelf dedicated to books which one can pick while sipping a hot cup of coffee. The menu is vast; ranging from sandwich, burger, fried chicken, toast to tea, coffee, shakes and various desserts. They also let you make your own burger with the choice of sauce, patty and other add-ons. 

I ordered for a cold coffee and fried chicken sandwich. Such a satisfying combination. The coffee had a creamy layer of froth and most important, sugar was just right. But the sandwich was a what blew my mind. It was lip-smackingly delicious and super filling. The soft bread had fried chicken filling with chili mayo and jalapenos. It was by far one of the best sandwiches I had. The chicken was tender and when combined with mayo, it always enhances the entire flavor.

Fried Chicken Sandwich

Cold Coffee

The service was quick and even on a weekday afternoon, all the tables were full. The price was about average but the best part was the taste of food. 

Food: 5/5

Service: 5/5

Ambiance: 5/5

Restaurant Review: Mukkam Post Malwan

Shop No.15, Opp. Bank of India, Juhu Nagar, Sector 15, Vashi, Navi Mumbai

Mukkam Post Malwan had been on my mind since I came across reviews claiming it to be one of the best places to have fish in Vashi. The Goan in me went for a lunch here the first chance it got. It was a Saturday leave from work to get household chores finished. Dropped baby off to daycare and headed to this tiny restaurant located amidst the garment stores in Vashi market.

From the outside, one cannot gauge that it is a family restaurant. But, once inside, you get a different feeling. The seating arrangement is quite limited with about seven 4-seater tables. We reached the place at around 2.30 and to my surprise, all the tables were occupied except two. Beautiful paintings depicting the beauty of Konkan region adorn the walls.

Pomfret fry

The order taker informed us that the fish available were prawns, pomfret, kingfish and mackerel. So, we ordered pomfret thali and kingfish thali along with fried prawns. My usual companion of seafood i.e. fresh lime soda was also present. Thali comprised of rice bhakri, a good piece of fish, dried prawns kismoor or sukat as we call it in Maharashtra, solkadi, fish curry and rice. Pomfret thali had an entire medium sized pomfret. The fried fish was delicious properly coated with masala. The fish curry lacked the taste. The curry had a piece of mackerel which was good. The solkadi had perfect pink color and tangy taste. The sukat was very simple and delicious. Fried prawns was the best part of the lunch. They were perfectly marinated in masala and crisply fried.

Pomfret Thali

Kingfish Thali

    

Prawns Fry

Overall, the fish was very tasty and fresh. But, the curry needs to be  worked on. The service was quick. Another best part is that this restaurant is light on the pocket.

Sure to visit again when there is fish craving.

Food: 4/5

Service: 4/5

Ambiance: 4/5