Amba Bhavan, Matunga
9 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/mumbai, r/mumbaiFood·10 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
Amba Bhavan in Matunga is repeatedly preferred to more famous South Indian neighbours. One diner calls it their favourite in Mumbai and describes it as affordable; another recommends the kela bhajji and kadi vada despite its plain appearance. A separate commenter likes its old-fashioned atmosphere. One diner explicitly disagrees with the praise and says they did not enjoy it.
Address
Amba Bhavan Coffee Club, King's Circle Flyover, 373, Bhandarkar Rd, Matunga East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400019, India
At a glance
- Price
- Budget
- Signature dishes
- Kela bhajji, Kadi vada
- Best for
- Budget
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
Has shifted loyalty to this place for South Indian food.
Agrees with a recommendation of Amba Bhavan.
Ranks it top alongside Sharada Bhavan.
Says loyal South Indian eaters prefer this over the two asked about.
Did not enjoy it despite hearing praise from others.
Good food with a nice old-world kind of feeling
Would choose it any given day.
Lists it among recommended veg South Indian restaurants.
A hidden gem despite canteen appearance; kela bhajji and kadi vada are worth it.
Calls it a personal Mumbai favourite for Mangalorean food and finds it affordable.
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Last verified 22/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.