Kolkata eateries whip up Independence Day specials

If you want to take a break from your kitchens, then check out what the city eateries have to offer you on the occasion of Independence Day. From gourmet and fine diners to casual brunches, keep this list handy for your culinary cravings on August 15.

Savour the specially curated meal at the Taj Bengal, Kolkata. Cal 27 brings to you a the Independence Day brunch where you can savour dishes like Kuttu Paratha with chicken mappas, Andhra Style Prawn Curry, Missal Pav, Luchi-Cholar Dal, Kosha Mangsho and more.

12:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Rs 2,500 onwards

The expert team of chefs at Mynt, Vivanta Kolkata has come up with a delicious Independence Day lunch comprising chaat from Victoria Memorial, Amritsari chole, Murshidabadi Dum Biryani, Awashi Dum Ka Murgh, Tri Colour Sandesh and more.

12:30 pm – 3 pm

Rs 1,200 per person (AI)

Head over to Shamiana at Taj City Centre New Town to enjoy a special brunch for Independence Day. Choose from a variety of fares at the table and enjoy with your loved ones.

12:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Rs 2,500 + onwards per person

Indulge in a culinary delight at Veneto Bar & Kitchen where you will find the colours of the day fused together with the deliciousness of Italian food. Check out the Tiranga Ravioli, Arancini, which is a rice and cheese ball, as specials for the day. While there, you cannot miss out on the signature Tiramisu.

11 am – 11 pm

Rs 1,200+ (approx. for two)

If you are making use of the holiday to catch up with old friends and are in the mood for some quick bites, then head over to Warehouse Café and relish their Sriracha Chicken Dumplings. These meatballs wrapped in tricolor perfection accompanied by a tango chilli and chilli vinegar dip is sure to woo you over.

Noon – 11:30 pm

Rs 1,200+ (approx.) for two

If you have a sweet tooth, then check out the Independence Day Special Éclair with hazelnut praline in tri-colours at Olterra. That apart you would also be greeted by other specialties like pasta and stuffed paneer tikka with a delectable spicy onion salad.  

Noon onwards

Rs 1,200+ (approx.) for two

Visit That Place Bowl & Bar to celebrate the special day with their culinary offerings like tri-colour cheesy burnt garlic dumpling, paneer tikka, and refreshing drinks like Saffron Apple Punch, Botanical Bliss and Freedom Fighter.

Rs 1,500+ (approx.) for two

This newly opened eatery is already winning hearts in the city. If you are wondering what to expect this Independence Day then here’s a glimpse. From vada pavs to South Indian fusion like tricolor idli, cheese chilli pavs, mushroom pavs to ending on a sweet tutti frutti, the menu sure is exciting.

Rs 700+ (approx.) for two

Elevate your celebrations with some exciting features on the menu of the fine diner LMNO_Q. From Kutti Laal Mirch Paneer Tikka to Subz Seekh Mexicana, Murgh Tikka Azadi, Gochugary Cucumber Bao and more, await you this Independence Day.

Noon to midnight

Rs. 1,200 + (approx.) for two

Head over to Moti Mahal Delux with your friends and family for a delectable treat. Dig into the Tiranga Kebab Platter or a sumptuous combo with Paneer Kali Mirch, Dum aloo Punjabi and Tri Coloured Buttered Naan.

Noon – 11 pm

Rs 399 onwards

Stay in the comfort of your homes and order in a handsome gourmet meal from Homely Zest. Check out Spinach Pancakes with Mushroom Sauce, Matar Cheese Kebabs, Cheese and Spinach Roulade, Paniyaram and Rasam Shots, Gajar Halwa shots and Saffron Pistachio Kulfi among some of the fine meals on the menu.  

10 am – 10 pm

Rs 1,200+ (approx.) for two

If you want to taste the best of gourmet then head over to Novotel Kolkata: Hotel and Residencies for a curated lunch and dinner. Savour the bold and spicy flavours of Kung Pao Chicken or the Special Salad Bar and Sushi offerings. Choose from a variety of flavours and cuisines and enjoy the day.

12:30 pm – 3 pm / 7 pm - 11 pm

Rs 1,999+ per head

Check out Paprika Gourmet’s specially curated menu comprising Handvo, freshly made burgers, Rasmalai Disc, Laddoos, Paneer tikka, Ice Cream Sandwiches and more.

9 am – 7 pm

Rs 70 onwards

Spend your day amongst friends and family with good food and live music all around at Hard Rock Cafe. Check out mouth watering dishes like Double Decker Cheeseburger, Kasundi Bhetki fish, Cuban sliders, Spicy chicken Drumstick, and more. These can be paired with signature mocktails and cocktails from the house.

Noon to midnight

Rs 2,500+ (approx.) for two.

Craving for an Asian fare then check out Ambrosia’s Independence Day menu with is a subtle fusion of Asian and Indian! Up for grabs are Oriental bundles with peanut sauce, Dim sum with Malaysian curry, Rice cakes with avocado and tofu, deconstructed sushi bowl, Vada Pav Bao and much more.

11 am – 7 pm

Rs 95 per piece onwards

Casually catching up with old friends on Independence Day then head over to Café Offbeat Up There and relish items like Charcoal Chicken Tikka Pizza, Fish Florentine, BBQ Chilli Paneer, Stir Fried Sliced Lamb With Bell Peppers, Broccoli And Mushroom In Scallion Ginger Sauce and Chilly Chickpeas. Also check out their mocktails like Watermelon Mojito, Mango Magic, Pulse Candy, Hot Guava Punch

11 am – 11 pm

Rs 1000+ for two (approx.)

Social Kitchen at Holiday Inn Kolkata Airport brings to you a curated lunch comprising dishes like Azadi Ke Rang (A tomato and Holi basil), Swadesh Mere (Kaffer Lime infused Malai Chicken Kabab), Vandematarm (Paneer Long Lata), Shaheed Bhagat Singh Ji Pasand (Tandoori Chicken Butter Masala), Azad Hind Fauj (Tiranga Sandesh). 

1 pm – 4 pm

Rs 1550 AI per person

Biryani lovers can enjoy the flavours of Awadh at Oudh 1590. From Mutton Galawati Kebab with Lucknowi Paratha, Awadhi Handi Biriyani, Awadhi Murg Zafrani, Mahi Kaliya, Paneer Korma, Shahi Tukra and more, don’t miss out on these.

Noon – 11 pm

Rs 1200+ onwards (approx.) for two

Craving for some Continental delicacies? Check out Chapter 2’s Independence Day specials like Devilled Crab, Prawn Cocktail, Salmon Steak, Bacon Wrapped Chicken, Roast Lamb in Red Sauce, Pork Vindaloo, Corn Mushroom Tomato Tart, Mushroom Cocktail, Fish Florentine, Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce, Cottage Cheese Steak, and more.

Noon – 11 pm

Rs 1200+ onwards (approx.) for two

JW Kitchen at JW Marriott whips up a culinary storm this weekend. The Colonial Cuisines of India food festival marks a day for four different cuisine. Savour the British – Anglo Indian Cuisine on August 15 with delicacies like Fish Orly, Calcutta Club Cutlet, Dalhousie Chana Dal Ghoogni with Paorotti, Railway Mutton Curry. On August 16, you can dig into Portuguease- Goan food with Choriz Pao, Balchao Roast, Rechado Rawa Fried Fish, and Serradura. August 17 is for French- Pondicherry Cuisine like Bouillabaisse, Quiche Lorraine Tart, Braised Pork Roulade, Fish Meuniere, and Crème Brûlée. And the Grand brunch of August 18 is reserved for Dutch – Malabar cuisine like Meen Cutlet, Mushroom Pepper Fry, Attirachi Roast with Malabar Parotta, Chicken Schnitzel.

Rs 2199+ onwards per person

Saluting the bravery of the Indian Army, Ibiza The Fern Resort & Spa hosts a unique food festival during the Independence Week. Available for lunch till august 18, the food festival, Regimental Zaika has curated delicacies from different regiments including Bihar Regiment, Madras Regiment, Maratha Light Infantry, Rajputana Regiment to name a few. Up for grabs are dishes like Kalmi Vada, Chicken Jahangiri Kebab, Gatta Pulao, Aloo Dum Jodhpuri, Marwadi Paneer, and Ker Sangri from the Rajputana Regiment; Peas Pulao, Steamed Rice, Langar Wali Dal, Aloo Dum, Punjabi Paneer Butter Masala, Sarson Ka Saag, Amritsari Chole, Khatta Arvi Ki Sabji, Tiranga Mousse, and Punjabi Boondi Ladoo from the Punjab and Sikh Regiment and more.  

 Rs 2900+ per head

Aminia hosts the Azadi Festival at all its outlets with tri-colour themed culinary delights. The menu includes a selection of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian fares including the Tiranga Kebabs, Chicken and Mutton Azadi Kebab Platters, Tiranga Mocktail and more. 

11:30 am - 11:30 pm 

Rs 120 + onwards