Martand Misal Dadar — Restaurant in Mumbai

Last week, I decided to try a much-talked-about Misal hotel nearby, hoping to satisfy my craving for spicy, hearty Maharashtrian fare. As someone who truly enjoys exploring local food joints, I was curious to see how this place stacks up against the hype.

Getting there was my first challenge. The hotel is located on a busy street, and finding a spot to park turned out to be quite a hassle. After several minutes of circling the block, I finally managed to squeeze my car awkwardly into a tight lane nearby. If you’re planning your own visit, be prepared for some parking inconvenience.

Stepping inside, I was greeted by a pleasant atmosphere—the place has a lively, welcoming vibe. It’s neat, relatively spacious, and filled with the comforting aroma of spices. The chatter of satisfied diners and the clatter from the kitchen gave it a nice, bustling feel without being overwhelming. Honestly, the ambiance is one of the hotel's stronger points.

Now, onto the main event: the Misal. I had set my expectations fairly high, but the dish itself was average at best. The spice level was spot-on for traditional Misal lovers—fiery, but not overpowering. However, the blend of flavors didn’t quite come together for me. The usal (lentil curry) felt a bit bland, the farsan (crispy topping) was passable, and the pav (bread roll) was nothing out of the ordinary. It wasn’t bad, but certainly not memorable or stand-out compared to other Misal I’ve had at smaller, less-known places. I’d say it’s just fine if you’re looking to satisfy a random Misal craving but don’t expect to be wowed.

Service was okayish. The staff were polite and reasonably attentive, but nothing remarkable. My order took a while to arrive, and despite the crowd not being excessive, there was some confusion with my bill at the end. While nobody was rude, I felt the staff could be a bit more prompt and organized—especially given the hotel’s popularity.

If you’re someone who values ambiance, this hotel checks the box. If food is your primary motivator, especially for something as fiercely competitive as Misal, you might leave wishing for a bit more punch and originality. The service neither adds nor detracts much from the experience, but the parking situation is a definite inconvenience that’s hard...

Visited here on 1st October 2021 After almost a decade came to Dadar to visit my Old Printer Repair service centre run by Ashok Lende. He gave me a new address where he moved a couple of years back and it was smack bang in the middle of Dadar market. Since it made no sense to take a car, Uber it was and it dropped me just a building away. Ashok and his team met and we exchanged news about the industry. As I had some time to spend.I decided to venture around and visited the new Westside in the new Kohinoor square. As it was nearing lunchtime I spied a small restaurant which promised great Misal from Pune. Now the only problem with Misal is that it is very spicy and I have very delicate taste buds. The seating was simple with wooden benches. They have so many Marathi quotes on the wall. I ordered the Misal thali for just 99 rupees! The thali was full of dry ingredients Like Moong, Boondi, to form the base of the Misal which had a base of Boondi, moong, some ganthiya, and a gentle sprinkling of coriander, There was a cute stainless steel bucket with the gravy which was not at all spicy. The gravy already had some moong and you need to stir the gravy before pouring the same. They give 2 Fresh soft pav's to go with the Misal, didn't order more was quite satisfied with just two There is also a good amount of other Puneri food, will try next time There was Dahi, chopped onions and lemon, Lassi and some Gulab Jamun for dessert. Do visit this place next time you are...

If you're a true misal lover, this place is nothing short of paradise! Located in the heart of Dadar at Khandke Building, Martand Misal serves a punch of spice, flavor, and authenticity in every bite.

The misal here is a perfect balance of spicy tarri, crunchy farsan, fresh onions, and soft pav – served piping hot and full of flavor. The quantity is generous and the taste hits just the right note of traditional Maharashtrian style.

What I loved the most was the consistency in taste and the homely vibe. It's not just food, it’s an experience! The staff is polite, and the service is quick, even when the place is buzzing with foodies.

Perfect for a quick brunch or spicy snack fix, Martand Misal is definitely worth every bite and every rupee!

My Ratings:

Taste: ★★★★★

Quantity: ★★★★☆

Service: ★★★★★

Value for Money: ★★★★★

Highly recommended to all misal lovers. Don’t forget to carry a bottle of water – it’s spicy in the best...