Prithvi Cafe (Prithvi Theatre) Mumbai

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Prithvi Cafe (Prithvi Theatre)

About

The legendary cafe attached to Prithvi Theatre, serving the best Irish coffee in Mumbai. A gathering place for theatre lovers, writers, and artists with a unique bohemian atmosphere among banyan trees.

Basic Information

Timings

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free (items: ₹50-300)

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

Place Type

Food

How to Reach

Auto-rickshaw from Vile Parle or Andheri station, on Juhu Church Road

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Santacruz (2.4 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Vile Parle (1.7 km away) on the Western Line, Harbour Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Prithvi Cafe (Prithvi Theatre)

Santacruz
Line 3
2.4 km
Andheri
Line 1
3.1 km
3.3 km
Gundavali
Line 7
3.4 km
3.4 km
3.7 km
3.9 km
3.9 km
4.0 km
Versova
Line 1
4.1 km
4.6 km
4.6 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Prithvi Cafe (Prithvi Theatre)

Western Line
Harbour Line
1.7 km
Western Line
Harbour Line
2.6 km

History

The cafe opened alongside Prithvi Theatre (founded by the Kapoor family in 1978). It has been the meeting ground for Mumbai's theatre community for over 45 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free (items: ₹50-300)

Type

Food

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

How to Reach

Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride

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Interesting Facts

The Irish coffee here is considered the best in Mumbai

Actors, directors, and writers gather here between shows

The banyan tree courtyard has witnessed countless creative collaborations

Travel Tips

Order the Irish coffee - it's practically mandatory

Attend a play at Prithvi Theatre and then linger at the cafe

The chai and snacks are excellent for theatre intermission