Annual list of the 'World’s Greatest Places,' and for the year 2025, three establishments from India have been recognized, including two hotels and one restaurant. The restaurant featured on this esteemed list, Papa's, redefines fine dining, establishing itself as an innovative venue worthy of this recognition.

This exclusive dining establishment accommodates only 12 guests at a time and is led by executive chef Hussain Shahzad. It presents a luxurious 13-course tasting menu that creatively blends traditional Indian cuisine with international influences. Situated in Bandra, TIME highlights that it has quickly become "one of the hottest tables in India" within just a year of its inception.

The name Papa's pays tribute to the late renowned Indian-American chef Floyd Cardoz, who served as a mentor to the executive chef. Fondly referred to as 'Papa,' the restaurant was named in his memory.

Reimagining exclusive fine dining

The unique arrangement of 12 seats surrounding the chef’s counter effectively closes the traditional divide between the chef and the diner, resulting in an extraordinary experience. Additionally, the limited number of seats makes obtaining a reservation at Papa's a noteworthy accomplishment. According to TIME, reservations become available on the first day of each month at 11 AM IST and are quickly claimed within seconds.

Signature dishes

Another highlight of the restaurant is the premium 13-course tasting menu. The dining experience is far from passive, as the chef engages with diners and shares personal anecdotes.

Here are some of the dishes, as mentioned by TIMES:

• Bugs Bunny: Wild rabbit meat marinated with weaver ants and grilled over charcoal.
• Rasam with a twist: A classic South Indian broth infused with cured trout and watermelon.
• Lamb Wellington, korma-style: A fusion of a British favourite with rich Indian flavours.
• Char siu modak: Char siu(Chinese BBQ pork) shaped like modak.
• Tuna-stuffed samosas: Classic Indian snack with tuna filling instead of potato.
• Duck Biryani with khurchan (crunchy, toasted rice)

As for the location, the establishment is perched atop Veronica's sandwich shop in Bandra West, transforming an attic into a fine dining experience that redefines the boundaries of culinary innovation.

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