Bhendi Bazaar Mumbai
About
A vibrant bazaar in South Mumbai famous for its Bohri Muslim community, incredible street food (especially during Ramadan), and narrow lanes packed with shops selling everything from antiques to textiles.
Basic Information
Timings
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round (Ramadan season for food)
Place Type
Food
How to Reach
Walk from Mumbai Central or Byculla station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Girgaon (0.9 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Masjid Bunder (0.7 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Bhendi Bazaar
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Bhendi Bazaar
History
Named after the local word 'bhendi' (okra), the area became a commercial hub in the 19th century. The Dawoodi Bohra community has been based here for generations and is now undertaking a massive redevelopment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Food
Best Time to Visit
Year-round (Ramadan season for food)
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The Ramadan food scene here is legendary in Mumbai
The Saifee Burhani Upliftment Trust is transforming the area into a modern township
Famous for malpua, kebabs, and nihari
Visit during Ramadan for the ultimate food experience
Try the famous Surti Bara Handi kebabs
Narrow lanes, avoid driving here
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Bhendi Bazaar
Bhuleshwar Market
Market
Mohammed Ali Road Food Street
Food
Mumbai Food Walking Tours
Food
Mangaldas Market, Lohar Chawl
Market
Chor Bazaar (Thieves' Market), Mutton Street
Market
Chor Bazaar Mutton Street
Market
Bhuleshwar Market
Shopping
Shree Swaminarayan Mandir (Bhuleshwar)
Religious
Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque, Mumbai)
Religious
Jama Masjid Mumbai
Religious