Leopold Cafe & Bar Mumbai
About
One of Mumbai's most iconic restaurants and bars, immortalized in the novel 'Shantaram.' A must-visit institution that has been serving food and stories since 1871.
Basic Information
Timings
7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Entry Fee
Free (food costs apply)
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Food
How to Reach
Walk from Colaba bus depot, located on Colaba Causeway
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Cuffe Parade (0.3 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (1.2 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Leopold Cafe & Bar
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Leopold Cafe & Bar
History
Established in 1871, Leopold Cafe is one of the oldest restaurants in Mumbai. It gained worldwide fame through Gregory David Roberts' novel 'Shantaram' and survived the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Entry Fee
Free (food costs apply)
Type
Food
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Established in 1871, over 150 years old
Featured prominently in the bestselling novel 'Shantaram'
The bullet holes from the 2008 terror attacks have been deliberately preserved
Go for the atmosphere and history, not just the food
The first floor offers a more relaxed experience
Try the signature breakfast for a classic experience
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Leopold Cafe & Bar
Colaba Causeway (Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg)
Market
Leopold Cafe, Colaba
Restaurant
Colaba Market
Market
Cafe Mondegar, Colaba
Food
Regal Cinema, Colaba
Entertainment
Regal Cinema
Entertainment
Bademiya, Colaba (Late Night Kebabs)
Food
Baghdadi Restaurant, Colaba
Restaurant
Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
Historical
Sunrise at Gateway of India / Taj
Experience