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Coastal Indian cuisine at Mangoes

It had been long since we had eaten at a Goan or Mangalorean restaurant. These coastal cuisines can be a delightful treat. So I was surfing through the internet one day, when I came across this quaint little place in Malad. Now that is really far from where I stay, but I kept a mental note of trying it out when we plan to head that side.
And so that day came along a month or so later. We had a little difficulty finding the place, as the restaurant’s signage could not be located from the road while driving. It is a small rooftop eatery. But it has its loyals, even on a late weeknight people had come over to dine there.
We were quite hungry by then and we began by ordering a plate of Spicy Squid batter fry, and Pork Chops BBQ.
Spicy Squid batter fry at Mangoes

The squids were very good, they went well with the dip. Also the Pork chops were delish. Full of spices and cooked to a nice brown hue. The quantity was humongous. We were instantly doubtful, as we had come a long way and wanted to sample a few other dishes as well and looking at the quantity it looked daunting from where we stood. Nevertheless, we were ready to conquer any challenge that night :)

                                                                  Pork Chops BBQ at Mangoes

The colorful little rooftop restaurant

Next we ordered for a plate of Beef tongue roast and a Stuffed Chicken breast Combo meal, which comes with a spiced rice and sauteed vegetables. I particularly enjoyed the Stuffed chicken. It was a lovely dish, with a cheese and chili filling. With the vegetables and rice, it was delectable. The Beef tongue was good too, again with a heap of quantity, and at such economical price. 
                                                               Beef tongue roast at Mangoes


                                                   Stuffed Chicken breast Combo meal at Mangoes
 Last but not the least, was their dessert for the day which the owner suggested we should try. A Caramel custard, one which I adored. It  felt like the perfect dessert to have after that meaty dinner. 
                                                  
                                                              Caramel Custard at Mangoes

This place is a must visit, well at least once for all the meat lovers. It has some great food, a lovely ambiance (also breezy the night we visited). The owners will visit you at your table and interact with you, sometimes even serve you. Had I stayed closer, I would have planned my next trip by now and/or even ordered in.
Ambiance- 3/5
Tariff- 4/5
Food- 4/5
Service- 3/5

Overall- 4/5

Venue: Mangoes, 1, Almar Apartment,
            Near Orlem Market, Orlem, 
            Malad West, Mumbai

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