Pune is considered the Oxford of the East and the top automobile and manufacturing hub of India. But did you know that it is also popular for its electric nightlife and stunning weather? If you are in Pune, we suggest you wake up the foodie as the city is home to some of the best fine-dine restaurants in India. From old school favorites to new restaurants, there are a few eateries that should be on your checklist for a grand night on the town. Just have a look.
Here are 5 fine dining restaurants in Pune that are a must try:
1. House of Mandarin
Loved by all for its Chinese cuisine – extensive disum varieties, and authentic sushi menu – House of Mandarin has opened its latest restaurant at the Sheraton Grand Hotel, Bund Garden Road in Pune. What makes it stand out is that the House of Mandarin remains true to its nature and pays homage to the glorious Oriental ancestry. The restaurant offers an extensive menu of delicious Chinese and Japanese cuisine for an enhanced dining experience.
Where: Ground Floor, Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel, Raja Bahadur Mill Road, Sangamwadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411001
2. Pasha
Pasha at the JW Marriott is the city’s iconic rooftop lounge and restaurant, offering a bird’s eye view of the Pune skyline, North West Frontier Cuisine crafted by award-winning chefs, majestic architecture and cocktails curated by expert mixologists.
Where: Senapati Bapat Road, Laxmi Society, Model Colony, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411016
3. Ukio
Ukiyo Restaurant at The Ritz Carlton Pune blends a modern perspective with traditional Japanese cuisine. The exquisite raw, natural design of the dining space creates a sense of harmony between the old world and the new, courtesy of the minimalist, symmetrical spaces and unfinished natural elements interplay. Ukio is one of the first restaurants in Pune that offers a modern Japanese dining experience with sushi-grade fish and an exquisite collection of Japanese sake.
Where: The Ritz Carlton, Golf Course Square, Airport Road, Pune, Maharashtra 411006
4. Sorriso
Diners love Sorriso for its deliciously photogenic and delicious appetizers. The pet friendly Italian restaurant reflects the vibrant elements of the modern lifestyle; The neighborhood deli serves a diverse menu ranging from rustic Italian and European to innovative fusion dishes. Sorriso is renowned for its weekend brunch menu, handcrafted mains, signature desserts and drink mixers.
Where: 81, Mundwa Road, Fatima Nagar, Koregaon Park Annexe, Mundwa, Pune, Maharashtra 411036
5. Kangana
Authentic yet innovative, Kangan presents delicious Indian cuisine along with traditional Pune cuisine. The restaurant is a great choice for discerning gourmands looking to celebrate the complex spice and rich flavor of this dish. The restaurant’s decor reflects an elegant sensibility: gold, beige and brown-leather tones, a few colorful rustic elements thrown in for the finishing touches, and a backlit wall fixture adorned with bangles to pay homage to the establishment’s name.
Where: 36/3-B, Mundwa Road, Pingle Vasti, Koregaon Park Annexe, Ghorpadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411001
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