Mohammed Ali Road Food Street Mumbai
About
Famous food street known for authentic Mughlai cuisine and Ramadan delicacies. This bustling stretch in South Mumbai transforms into a gastronomic paradise every evening, with dozens of open-air stalls and restaurants serving succulent seekh kebabs, melt-in-the-mouth nalli nihari, fragrant biryani, and crispy malpua. During Ramadan, the street reaches its peak with special iftar spreads drawing food lovers from across the city—queues stretch for blocks at popular spots like Noorani, Shalimar, and Suleman Usman Mithaiwala. The cooking is done over charcoal grills and massive iron kadhai, filling the air with irresistible aromas. The street's culinary traditions have been passed down through generations of Muslim families for over a century.
Basic Information
Timings
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (peak during Ramadan)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Ramadan month or October to March
Place Type
Food
How to Reach
Train to CST, then taxi to Mohammed Ali Road
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Girgaon (1.1 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Masjid Bunder (0.8 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Mohammed Ali Road Food Street
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Mohammed Ali Road Food Street
History
Traditional Muslim food area for generations
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (peak during Ramadan)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Food
Best Time to Visit
Ramadan month or October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Famous during Ramadan
Authentic Mughlai cuisine
Visit during Ramadan for best experience
Go with empty stomach
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