City-based chef Luv Deshpande of Luv Restaurant in Andheri, likes going to Konkan Swad for their bombil fry thaali and sol kadhi which are absolute favourites.

Konkan Swad
At Mahatma Gandhi Road, Motilal Nagar III, Goregaon West. 
Call 9867890933

Whenever music composer and producer Dhruv Ghanekar has indulges in a bit of snacking, he heads out to Kaka vada pav, which is a small stall in Shivaji Park for a good bite.

Kaka vada pav
At Behind Ravi caterers, Swatantryaveer Savarkar Road, Shivaji Park, Dadar West

All in one
This eatery whips up diverse flavours from Kolhapur, Alibaug, Konkan as well as Vidarbha. In picture, Kolhapuri mutton thaali by The Maratha Kitchen. Pic courtesy/The Maratha Kitchen on Instagram

AT The Maratha Kitchen, Sonawala Road, opposite Corporate Annex, near Udyog Bhavan, Sonawala Industrial Estate, Goregaon. 
CALL 8850965616

Hemant Divate, poet, editor and publisher has loved going to Hotel Jaihind in Parel to devour food, especially his favourite — bharlele bombil. Bombil or Bombay duck stuffed with small prawns cooked in a delicious masala, fried crisp to perfection used to be the highlight of his lunch. 

Jai Hind Lunch Home 
At Multiple outlets (Bandra East, Lower Parel, Prabhadevi)
Call 8097454913

Stand-up comedian Mandar Bhide likes heading out to Aaswad and Prakash in Dadar for vegetarian food and Sadichha in Bandra for crab dishes and kombdi vade.

Aaswad Upahar and Mithai Gruh
At Sanskruti Building Gadkari Chauk, 4, Lady Jamshedji Road, opposite Shiv Sena Bhavan, Dadar West. 
Call 9867890933

Sadichha
At Opposite MIG Cricket Club Road, Gandhi Nagar, Bandra East. 
Call 8291612018

Prakash Shakahari Upahaar Kendra
At Horizon Building, Gokhale Road, Dadar West. 
Call 9867890933

A classic fare
Located in Kala Ghoda, this restaurant has been popular among sea food fans from the city as well as tourists.  

AT Trishna, Sai Baba Mandir Marg, next to Commerce House, Kala Ghoda, Fort.
CALL 9206260260

Seafood bonanza
This city-favourite haunt is famous for its delish coastal fare. From crispy bombil fry and spicy crab dishes, to stuffed pomfret and flavourful prawn curries, one only needs to have the appetite and the heart to indulge in classic Maharashtrian flavours.

AT Gajalee, Multiple locations (Vile Parle, Andheri East)
CALL 2226166470 (Vile Parle outlet)

Simple yet bold
Whether you are craving bharleli vangi or a plate of fiery Nagpur saoji chicken or Malvani cocktails, this Mahim landmark is a must-halt.

AT Diva Maharashtracha, Mili Building, Takandas Kataria Marg, next to Goa Portuguesa Restobar, Shivaji Park.
CALL 0224440707

Maharashtrian favourites
True to its name, this eatery’s menu is a delight for those who love their puran poli, kothimbir vadi, batata usal and other snacks served deliciously hot. 

AT Mi Marathi, Alpha Society, Parle Road, Navpada, Vile Parle East. 
CALL 9619557173

Old favourite
Loved by many for its simple and affordable menu, this old outlet has stood the test of time to deliver the best of Maharashtrian snacks and dishes to Mumbaikars.

AT Panshikar, multiple outlets (Dadar, Vile Parle, Girgaon, Ghatkopar)
CALL 9833209882 (Ghatkopar)