Mahesh Lunch Home, Fort (also Juhu), Mumbai
A Mangalorean seafood house that has been a Mumbai special-occasion staple for decades, with branches in Fort and Juhu. Regulars come strictly for the fish: seafood they call amazing, cooked to whatever spice level you ask for, with Maharashtrian and Mangalorean preparations on the menu. Like Trishna it's expensive, but plenty of locals call it their overall pick.
What to order at Mahesh Lunch Home
- The day's seafood, cooked to your spice level
- Mangalorean fish curry
Best time to go: Lunch
Price: ₹₹₹₹ (over ₹900 a person)
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What locals say about Mahesh Lunch Home
Picked from Reddit: 17 local recommendations in the threads we read.
- “'Try Mahesh Lunch Home' (25 upvotes), though the next local adds it's expensive as well.” r/mumbai thread
- “The seafood is amazing, 'especially how customisable it can get with spice'.” r/mumbai thread
- “'Mahesh Lunch Home would be my recommendation overall, but it's a bit pricey.'” r/mumbai thread
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Part of the Fort & Kala Ghoda neighbourhood guide.
Last checked: October 2026
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