Bombay to Barcelona, Marol
12 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/mumbai·15 comments quoted below
The comments quoted below are a sample of the full tally across 13 threads.
What people say, in short
Bombay to Barcelona is a library cafe in Marol with shelves of books and a plant-filled outdoor seating area, and people recommend it as a place to relax and read. One diner praises the hot chocolate, sandwiches and pasta, while another finds the food only okay. Commenters also mention its community side: it is linked to a programme that gives street children meals, shelter and later jobs. One commenter warns it is overpriced and crowded and that you are asked to leave to free up tables, and another notes it fills up fast on weekends.
Address
Bombay To Barcelona Library Cafe, Timmy Arcade, 778, Makwana Rd, Gamdevi, Marol, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400059, India
At a glance
- Best for
- Solo
The evidence
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Likes the concept, books all around, chill space and pretty good coffee.
Says you will not regret going there.
Suggests this cafe as a place to chill in Marol
Finds it far too expensive, packed with crowds, and says staff push you out to turn tables.
Pretty good, runs community initiatives for homeless, decent menu, nice plants outdoors; fills up on weekends
Calls it a hidden gem and a great spot to relax with a book.
Has been there and found it a lovely place.
Suggests it as a quiet place to read.
Highly recommends it, praising the hot chocolate and the sandwich and pasta.
Says it's not actually a hidden gem but is still good.
Says this place is good for the interview setup.
Has been to both recommended places and finds them lovely
Appreciates the social cause behind it but thinks the food is just average.
Enthusiastically suggests it as a date spot
Listed among their go-to spots for reading.
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Last verified 23/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.