Maharashtra Lunch Home — Restaurant in Panvel

Visited Maharashtra Lunch Home on a Sunday night for dinner—and what an experience! The place was bustling, and we were met with a huge queue at the entrance. Despite the crowd, the staff told us there would be a 20-minute wait, and true to their word, we were seated in exactly 20 minutes. Full marks for crowd management—efficient, organized, and courteous.

What stood out even more was that they took our order while we waited, so once we were seated, our food arrived within 5 minutes. Now that’s smart service!

The Food:

We tried two thalis, and both were packed with flavor and authenticity:

🔸 Bombil Fry Thali

3 crispy pieces of Bombil Fry

1 Bhakri

Surmai Curry

Sukat (dried shrimp chutney)

Thecha

Sol Kadi

Kolam or Indrayani rice (we picked Indrayani)

🔸 Tisrya Thali

2 Chapatis

Prawn Masala (star of the night—absolutely outstanding!)

Tisrya (clam) Masala

Surmai Curry

Thecha

Sol Kadi

Indrayani rice

Every component on the plate was well-prepared, spiced just right, and full of coastal Maharashtrian flavors. The Prawn Masala especially deserves a special mention—rich, aromatic, and cooked to perfection.

Service & Ambience:

Quick, no-fuss service

Clean, cozy ambience with a homely touch

Mrs. Vandana Shetty manages the place like a BOSS! Her presence and control over operations is comendable.

We paid ₹1000 for both thalis, surely coming back to...

Located conveniently near the highway, Maharashtra Lunch Home in Khandeshwar is a gem of a place for those who love authentic Maharashtrian cuisine. With both open and valet parking available, accessibility is hassle-free – a major plus, especially for families or groups.

The restaurant is thoughtfully designed with separate floors for vegetarian and non-vegetarian diners, ensuring a comfortable and respectful experience for all. This is particularly helpful for those with dietary preferences or restrictions.

We visited for lunch with kids, and the experience was nothing short of fantastic. We ordered Surmai thalis and Egg thalis, and both exceeded our expectations. The fish was exceptionally fresh, well-marinated, and perfectly cooked – a true highlight of the meal. The thalis were well-balanced and flavorful, offering a genuine taste of Maharashtra.

What stood out most was the authenticity of the food. Each dish felt homely yet refined, a testament to the chef’s dedication to tradition. It’s a place that seafood lovers will thoroughly enjoy, but vegetarians won’t feel left out either – the variety and care given to the vegetarian section is commendable.

Overall, Maharashtra Lunch Home offers great food, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a convenient location. It’s highly recommended for anyone craving a satisfying...

This visit was due to the Google reviews I read. I went in with somewhat less expectations. There is not a lot of space to park 4 wheelers but it is manageable. After entering the restaurant the basic expectation of aroma was fulfilled with a nice flavourful smell of food. The staff was warm and the ambience looked good. I went in at day time for lunch so couldn't get hold of the lights. My wife and I ordered two thalis - kolhapuri and varhadi. I belong to vidarbha so I had to try varhadi . The first two to three bites were just tasting and getting the difference between the two thalis. Later on after 1/2 chapati was over and the spices kicked in. Varhadi thali for me stood out completely because of authenticity. What a taste and flavour to the curry. And as we were about to finish the staff was attentive enough to ask at the right moment for rice. As there was no break in the flow, I would appreciate the staff for this. My rating is solely dependent on varhadi curry that was up to the mark. I will surely try other authentic dishes from around the state served here. But for now I would rate it 5 stars . Taste- 4.5/5 Pricing - 4.5/5 Ambience...