Food isn’t something Mumbai just eats anymore; it is rather experienced. Paired with gastronomic theatrics and an ambience to remember, the city’s fine diners are taking it a step further. Suspended steampunk-style airships, oversized mechanical gears on the walls, and dramatic art installations set a highly theatrical stage at Baglami in BKC. The dining room pairs these elaborate visual elements with a carefully executed Asian-inspired menu that proves the food can match the extravagant setting.
Baglami cocktails and table theatrics
The immersive experience at Baglami extends to the beverage program and service. The bar serves up visually striking drinks like the Uncaged Melody, presented in a fresh coconut shell garnished with a white flower. It offers a tangy, balanced profile rather than an overly sweet one. Moreover, for those seeking heat, the Tropical Temptation delivers a noticeably spicy kick in a spiced-rimmed glass.
The kitchen is certainly the star. Led by Chef Prasad, it leans into interactive dining. Begin your meal with an umami-rich Mushroom Tea served as a warming soup. Then, follow it with a fresh Spinach & Palm Salad, featuring avocado crafted into a floral shape. The catch? The chef prepares the salad directly at the table, finishing it by freshly grating cheese over the greens.
Dimsums, mains, and whimsical desserts
The appetiser course is highlighted by the Chicken Truffle Dimsums. Served steaming in a traditional bamboo basket and delicately garnished, they stand out for their refined texture and flavour profile. The main courses continue this strong execution with an exceptionally tender portion of Kung Pao Chicken, tossed with nuts and dried chillies. Moreover, the kitchen presents Sticky Pot Rice Wrapped in Lotus Leaf. Unfolded at the table, the fragrant rice is accompanied by a rich, dark sauce that deepens the dish’s savoury notes without introducing overwhelming spice.
Finally, the dinner concludes with a signature dessert known simply as The Bear. The dish features a detailed chocolate teddy bear resting on a bed of sweet crumbs. When broken open with a spoon, the chocolate shell gives way to a thick, gooey caramel-coloured centre.
Just like that, the experience of the extravagant evening comes to a rest. With live saxophones played by an angel-garbed instrumentalist, post-dinner, Baglami asks you to stop, savour, and end your night slow and steady. Here, it is not only a feast for your stomach, but one for the eyes and soul.
Key Information
đź“…Monday to Sunday
⏰Mon-Sat (12 PM to 4 PM, 7 PM to 1:30 AM), Sun (12 PM to 11:45 PM, 12 AM to 1:30 AM)
💵₹ 2,500/- for two
đź“ŤBombay @ BKC 7, Ins Tower, Opp NMACC, Bandra Kurla Complex
