Leopold Cafe, Colaba Mumbai
About
One of Mumbai's oldest and most iconic restaurants, Leopold Cafe has been a favorite haunt of travelers, writers, and locals since 1871. Featured in the novel 'Shantaram', it remains a must-visit landmark.
Basic Information
Timings
7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Entry Fee
Free entry; meals Rs 400-800
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Restaurant
How to Reach
Walk from Colaba Causeway. Near Gateway of India.
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, Colaba
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Leopold Cafe, Colaba
History
Established in 1871 as a wholesale oil store, it gradually became a restaurant. The cafe was targeted during the 26/11 attacks in 2008 but rebuilt and reopened, keeping bullet marks as a memorial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Entry Fee
Free entry; meals Rs 400-800
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The bullet holes from 26/11 attacks are preserved in the walls
Gregory David Roberts made it famous in his novel 'Shantaram'
It has been serving continuously for over 150 years
Go for the atmosphere more than the food
The upstairs section is quieter
Try the classic beer and chicken sizzler combination
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