Mocambo: A Timeless Classic
Mocambo is a restaurant and bar located on Park Street in Kolkata, India. It was established in 1956 and is one of the city's most popular dining and nightlife destinations. The restaurant is known for its elegant atmosphere, delicious food, and extensive wine list. Mocambo is also home to a lively bar that offers a variety of cocktails and live music.
The restaurant is divided into two sections: the main dining room and the bar. The main dining room is decorated in a classic European style with chandeliers, marble floors, and wood-paneled walls. The bar is more modern with a sleek black and white décor. Both sections offer comfortable seating and excellent service.
The menu at Mocambo features a wide variety of continental cuisine, including seafood, pasta, and steak. The restaurant also has a children's menu and a separate vegetarian menu. The wine list is extensive and includes a variety of wines from around the world.
Mocambo is a popular spot for both locals and tourists alike. It is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal, a glass of wine, and some live music. Whether you are looking for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends, Mocambo is the perfect place to experience the best of Kolkata.
Here are some of the things that make Mocambo a special place:
The elegant atmosphere: Mocambo is a beautiful restaurant with a classic European style. The chandeliers, marble floors, and wood-paneled walls create a luxurious and sophisticated atmosphere.
The delicious food: Mocambo is known for its excellent food. The menu features a wide variety of continental cuisine, including seafood, pasta, and steak. The dishes are always fresh and flavorful.
The extensive wine list: Mocambo has an extensive wine list that includes a variety of wines from around the world. Whether you are a wine connoisseur or just starting out, you are sure to find a wine that you enjoy.
The lively bar: Mocambo also has a lively bar that offers a variety of cocktails and live music. The bar is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a drink with friends.
The friendly service: The staff at Mocambo is friendly and attentive. They are always happy to help you choose the perfect dish or wine.
If you are looking for a special dining experience in Kolkata, Mocambo is the perfect place to go. The restaurant offers everything you could want in a dining experience: elegant atmosphere, delicious food, extensive wine list, lively bar, and friendly service.
If you are in Park Street and in the mood for continental dishes, then Mocambo is right place for you.
Dishes to Try : Deviled Crab Chicken A la Kiev Pork Cutlet Fish Florentine Mixed Grilled Sizzler Fish Mayonnaise Salad Chicken Straganoff Prawn Cocktail Murugtani Soup
We had Murugtani Soup, Deviled Crab, Pork Cutlet and Grilled Fish.
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Read moreI went to Mocambo for a family brunch. The ambience was very elegant and simple at the same time. The staffs were cordial and the service was timely. It was a pleasure as because we didn't have to worry or wait after putting down our orders. We ate a lot! So please be patient and read everything that I pen down.
For starters we ordered :
Cream of crab meat soup - The soup was delicious and with every spoonful you'll get some amount of crab meat, which I find justified the name.
Fish finger - Yes, recommending this as well. The crust was thin and crispy unlike the thick battered one we generally find. The fish inside was well marinated and fresh. We were served with a mayo dip with some condiments inside and it was delicious.
Fish Banjari Kebab - This one deserves a special mention and I would definitely like to order it whenever I go next and however many times I go next. I have never had a fish kebab this soft. It instantly melted in the mouth. So buttery, creamy and fresh. This is a must try.
Chicken tikka kebab - It wasn't anything extraordinary or out of the blue. But yes, the kebabs were on point. It was really good. I would recommend. It was fresh and the portion size was also good.
Chicken Ala Kiev - I had heard that this is a speciality in Mocambo, so we went ahead and tried it. Freaking delicious. Crispy crust with an explosion of butter when you dig in! Also sauteed vegetables and potatoes never tasted so great. It goes very well together with the chicken. Fresh, yes!
For main course we had :
Chicken tetrazzini - It will look somewhat like lasagna and taste similar. The only difference is the type of pasta used inside instead of sheet pasta. It's like chowmein. Long and slender. Also there was ample amount of chicken, brocolli and mushroom. And loads of cheese. It's a delight for cheese lovers like me. All in all a great dish.
Mutton biryani - It didn't quite match my expectations. Very subtle and almost tasted like flavoured rice. Nothing like biryani as we know.
For dessert we had :
Baked Alaska - It was similar to the biryani I mentioned earlier. Very subtle, foamy. With light foamy cream, little bit of cake and loads of dry fruits inside. For people who do not like sweet stuff, it will work for them. For me, I was pretty confused after I finished eating. It didn't work out for me. Pretty bland.
So yes, this is in short what my whole experience was. I would definitely love to visit 'n' number of times and ofcourse on the next visit I'll try their signature prawn cocktail which we purposely missed this time. And other signature items as well. All in all, an amazing experience. Mocambo really lived up to my...
Read moreIt's my responsibility to share my honest opinion about the dining experience I had at a restaurant that has been generating a lot of hype lately. Unfortunately, my experience was not a pleasant one. The food was an absolute disaster and did not meet my expectations at all. I had 3 dishes , photos of which are attached as well.
Pepper Devilled Crab - This thing comes in a crab shell. Two of them to be exact . Presentation is not world class but old style rustic the way the place looks . Firstly, whoever decided to ruin an amazing crab by adding cheese to it alongside mushrooms should be hanged . My 15year old niece is a better cook and knows her seafood. This dish had everything in it from random sauce,cheese,baked,mushrooms than the taste of the sweet crab meat .
It was annoying, saucy , cheesy but had any taste . Absolutely over-hyped.
Eat a frozen Mac n Cheese for the same taste.
Fried Prawns - These were the most rubbery prawns I have ever eaten and on top of it the oil in them. I mean , US attacks nation for this much oil . These were the most disgusting prawns ever. Weddings in the North where technically we don't have prawns have better fried and fresh prawns.
Then even after two disasters I decided to order a Speciality. Chef's Recommend with the name as long as your 7 generations family tree . "Chicken Orientele A La Mocambo - Fillet of Chicken cooked in wine and cream sauce with buttered rice , mushroom , fresh tomato , and topped with asparagus, and boiled egg. IT'S TOPS THE MOST POPULAR "
When arrived , I felt like murdering the entire kitchen staff and put the place on fire. This thing came with -5 on presentation in a bloody Bento box. Zero taste in the gravy, Rice were small grain with again no flavour,chopped bits of boiled egg and no sign of asparagus. The main course which was supposed to be the best was the worse. The chicken was overcooked and tough, the vegetables were undercooked and tasteless, and the sauce was bland and lacked any depth.
The restaurant, had a chic and old ancient decor, which was impressive. But I had a small cockroach on my table . The service was also commendable, with friendly and attentive staff members. But none of them cared or even asked as why I haven't finished anything . They also never cared about the customer feedback or satisfaction. It was just about note the order, deliver it.
However, the food was a huge letdown. The dishes were poorly executed and lacked flavor, texture, and overall appeal. It was as if the chef had given up on their passion for cooking and just threw a few...
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