Alright, so I went on this gluten-free adventure in Mumbai, and let me tell you, it was quite the experience. I’ve been trying to stick to a gluten-free diet for a while now, and traveling can be a real pain when you’re trying to avoid gluten. But hey, I was in Mumbai, and I wasn’t going to let that stop me from enjoying the local food scene.
First thing I did was hit up Google. I typed in “gluten free Mumbai” and started scrolling through the results. I saw a few names popping up like Yogisattva Cafe and Bastian, Bandra. There were also some general suggestions like Bombay Salad Co. and Seeds Of Life-Bandra. I also noticed a bunch of reviews on Tripadvisor, so I figured that was a good place to get some real people’s opinions.
I decided to start with this place called Yogisattva Cafe. Their website said they had a bunch of gluten-free options. So, I headed over there, and I was pretty impressed. They had a whole section of the menu dedicated to gluten-free dishes. I ended up ordering a salad and a smoothie, both were really good and didn’t taste like it was missing anything.
- Explored Yogisattva Cafe
- Checked out the menu
- Ordered a salad and smoothie
Later on, I tried a few other places, like Bastian. Their menu wasn’t as clearly marked for gluten-free options, but the staff was really helpful. They walked me through what I could and couldn’t order, and I ended up having a pretty decent meal there.
Then I had some Thai food. I realized that Thai food is mostly gluten free. But I was very careful about the sauces when ordering, as some of them might contain gluten.
One thing I learned is that you gotta be super mindful of sauces and marinades. You’d think Indian food would be safe, but nope, a lot of their sauces have gluten. Same goes for Japanese food, sadly. Soy sauce is a big no-no.
My Takeaway
Overall, finding gluten-free food in Mumbai wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be. It definitely takes some extra effort, though. You gotta do your research, ask a lot of questions, and be prepared to explain what gluten is to a lot of people. But it’s totally doable, and I didn’t feel like I was missing out on much. Mumbai has a pretty diverse food scene, and there are definitely options for people like me who need to avoid gluten. It felt like a treasure hunt with some planning. I found great spots with patience and asking around. If you’re gluten-free and heading to Mumbai, don’t worry too much. You’ll find something to eat, and you might even discover some new favorite dishes along the way.