Everything was great about this restaurant except for the serving staff's livery, which appeared dull, incongruous in the setting.
We had Punjabi Paneer Tikka Butter Masala (5/5), Murgh Tak-a-Tak (5/5), Burani (mixed veg) Raita (3/5 - it was a bit sour).
Service (5/5) was quite good and the ambiance (5/5) great.
Prices were surprisingly not steep when compared to many other fine-dine restaurants in Pune. Also, no service tax charged.
This is an ideal place for a quiet meal.
Courteous service and polite staff. Food quality is good. Wide variety of drinks. This is mostly maharashtrian theme based restaurant. You can have even puran poli and metkut rice.
Avinash and Chetan were very helpful and courteous.They guided us well and we had a brilliant experience.The food was excellent,we ordered a kal mass and dhabawala murg.The mutton was well cooked and the chicken pieces were soft and tender.A fantastic overall experience.
My first experience with Taj was worth a visit. We ordered for Biriyani which was simply fantastic and lip smacking. Definitely would recommend Mystic Masala to all. Please do try Puran Poli as well in desserts.
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A wide array of Rustic Indian and Maharashtrian food along with a lovely selection of drinks makes this place my absolute favorite. Honestly, just everything I had here was my favorite, must try dish for a vegetarian – Sarson Ka Phool, Subz Makai Sheekh, Subz Nizami Handi (with multi grain roti), and the mocktail – bartender’s special, was absolute must have!!
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The ambiance is a classical Indian setting, there was a classic selection of old Bollywood songs being played in the background, which I am not particularly a fan of - but went very well at the place. The best part is that the place overlooks the bright blue pool, which I preferred sitting at.
I was warmly greeted by the staff while entering the place. As I entered, I noticed every person definitely had a smile on their face welcoming people! The place gives an elegant Indian dine-in feel.
Also, loved the way the menu was segregated with the Maharashtrian food and the other Indian food!
For appetizers, we ordered the Sarson Ka Phool, this was delicious, well-marinated tandoor broccoli which went very well with the mint chutney served.
Also, ordered the subz makai sheekh (corn with mixed veggies), which came in the form of rolls, very appetizing, a bit on the spicier side though.
Ordered the Subz Nizami Handi, which was mixed veggies in cashew gravy, which was homely and luxuriant at the same time!!
I had my main course with the buttered Multi grain roti, which was again heavenly and quite filling.
Along with the above, I had ordered a mocktail without knowing the ingredients -the Bartender’s special. Absolutely loved this drink.
With so many items on their menu and with such a courteous service, I definitely want to go back sooner and try out the remaining dishes, as never have I liked Indian food outside home more than this!
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#OnceADiamondAlwaysADiamond
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#AnAfternoonToRemember
If given a chance, who would you be ?
A brand like Rolls Royce which has a Market Cap of $20 Bn with a customer base not even in 5 figures.
Or
A brand like Toyota Motors; 10 times the Market Cap of Rolls Royce and a Customer Base that when compared to the Rolls Royce's seems like 10 times the distance between far ends of Ganges Delta.
It needs guts to say Rolls Royce, and very few in the world has that in them to choose depth over breadth.
Taj Hotels, a by-product of IHCL and an integral part of Tata Legacy in India and world over is one such brand that chose to carve a niche for themselves instead of going mainstream and they have been extremely successful in establishing themselves as the brand of choice for the crème de la crème section of hospitality patronage.
Pune is one of the elite cities to be experiencing the excellence for more than 50 years now since the Taj Group took over Kirloskar Guest House and named it as the Blue Diamond by Taj. Nearly a decade back certain business decision saw this iconic place being carnated into Taj's uber urban brand 'Vivanta by Taj'. Though back then it felt like the legacy was played around with, however over the time Taj Hotels proved that the names can change but the cardinals don't !!!
Back to the date, life comes full circle for this paradigmatic place and the 'Once a Diamond, Always a Diamond' theory reinstates itself. Yes, 'Vivanta by Taj' is now 'Blue Diamond, A Taj SeleQtions Hotel by IHCL'. Those who don't know about IHCL's SeleQtion Hotels, its an ensemble of curated experiences, SeleQtions encapsulates an inimitable collection of properties with a distinct character - more often in differentiated locations. Long Live the Legacy !!!
I was privileged to be present alongwith the city's beau monde for a tête a tête over the scrumptious Lunch and Choicest Cocktails to witness this reincarnation first hand. We were served the echt Maharashtrian Fare at the Mystic Masala, the only restaurant in a 5 Star Property at Pune to be serving the detailed local fare preserving the essence of Maharashtra and keeping it alive like the group's unwavering legacy.
I don't think I am qualified enough to comment on the authenticity of this legendary cuisine or even to be reviewing the delicious spread laid out by the Taj's Kitchen Mavericks. All I can say is that 'It was an afternoon to remember' and a meal to be relished directly from the soul, and I am glad I did that. I don't know if it was bona fide Maharashtrian taste but all I know is that everything that made to this Table Royale was legit delish. I had a great time polishing off the delicacies from that shiny copper platter, you can enjoy this Marathmola Royalty too. These Maharashtrian Thalis in their Veg/ Non Veg/ Sea Food avtars are available at the Mystic Masala and are priced at 800, 1000 & 1200++ respectively.
Q for Quality, Q for Quest to remain the Best - Blue Diamond by IHCL Taj SeleQtion Hotels !!!!
Go relish the goodness at Pune's Crowning Glory, the good ol' Taj Blue Diamond.
Cheers... Ciao !!!
Very nice Indian restaurant with excellent service. Food here is usually accompanied with live music in the form of evergreen Indian melodies. Full yellow lighting makes the ambience just the perfect.
The restaurant has a dedicated authentic Maharashtrian menu if one wants to explore the taste of local delicacies. This menu is followed by an Indian menu.
Sarson k Phool (broccoli) tastes super amazing. Surely cannot miss Nan with Jalapeno and Cheddar Cheese once here.
Pan and imli candies served at the end of the meal and this is perfect Indian end to the meal.
Very good Indian Restaurant. Ordered their Ghost Biryani, Kolhapuri Mutton, Prawns Gravy, Mutton Chops,Lal Maas,Gilawat Galauti. The portions are very good. The meat is soft and tender, and the biryani is cooked in Ghee. We loved the Kolapuri Mutton. Also you won't get better mutton chops in Pune. The biryani didn't have any unnecessary spice in it, and was focused on the aromas. Service is with a smile, and very professional as you'd expect from a Taj. The Chef is a Master at what he does. The Galauti is by far the best in Pune. It's as close to what you get in Lucknow. Just the right spices. They serve you pan at the end of the meal. Would highly recommend this restaurant if you looking to impress as a host. Thankyou team mystic masala.
A awesome place for maharastrian cuisine.... Had one of the best chicken sukkha with bhajri... Kothambir was also good... Stuffed mushroom also good.... Had kesar lassi which was also good.... Deserts hmmmmmm ... Just too good ... Had paan ice cream just too good.... Basundi just too good .. Gulab jam yummmm... Rasmalai was not so good... Service is top class...
Visit here to experience the royal Maratha culture on a grand scale. A must try for anyone bold enough to brave this fiery yet delicious selection of cuisines that simultaneously stimulate the tongue and light up the body.
I had ordered a non-veg Maratha thali which had all the key elements starting from Mutton Shorba Soup and ending with dessert. The variety and spices here are to die for.
A must try experience for the rustic soul.
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