Mashhad Taj Santacruz - Persian restaurant in Mumbai - Mumbai Suburban, India

Mashhad Lovely place with royal ambience. Different types of seating arrangement with live IPL screening and they have a lovely small bar section. Manager Zeeshan was too helpful while selecting our starters as well as main course. It's located in taj Santacruz We ordered - Mocktails - A week of Beach & Strawberry Guava - both the mocktail taste like watermelon. Starters - Mezze Platter - Pita bread with 2 different dips and Hummus : it was a classic Hummus with authentic taste. Murg Gilafi Seekh - The best murg Seekh Kebab I have ever eaten, the size of it is big and the stuffing was so good and i highly recommend you to must try it. Main Course - Murgh Lababdar with Cheese Naan - Murgh Lababdar gravy with cheese Naan is perfect combination, even though the chicken pieces were not cooked well but the gravy was so so delicious and the thickness was perfect. Dessert - Malai Kulfi Food - 5/5 Ambience - 5/5 Service - 5/5

Exceptional Food That Leaves You Wanting More! I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a truly remarkable dining experience. The food was absolutely fantastic, surpassing all expectations. Every bite was bursting with flavor, and the presentation was top-notch. The attention to detail and the quality of ingredients used were evident in every dish. I left feeling completely satisfied and already planning my next visit. Highly recommended!

With Love -from Lebanon Introduction Mashhad Restaurant After doing tonnes of continental cuisine, the markets are now opening up to just one more variation that includes Iranian and Lebanese variation. The cuisines are served at the Mashhad restaurant at Taj (Santacruz). Mashhad serves the unique cuisine that involves an interesting array of Lebanese, North Indian, and Iranian variations. On an invitation to the bloggers table, I was served a number of dishes that took my taste buds by a pleasant surprise. Building an Appetite The appetizers catered to a number of dishes including the famous Lebanese 'Mezze Platter'. This was followed by the 'Falafal platter'. The Lebanese selection was standard but on point. They had added the delicious 'Bharwan Kumbh' (A stuffed mushroom dish) from the Indian cuisine, and the last but not the least the 'Makai Malai Seekh' (Corn Kebabs). The Mains The mains were just as delicious. The vegetables included 'Capsi Roz Capsi' (another Iranian vegetable, that was smoked to perfection, and involved a fantastic array of unique spices that rendered flavour to the dish). The 'Malai Kofta' is an all time Indian favourite (A rich creamy vegetables, involving dumplings cooked in fresh cream.). But I simply enjoyed the 'Zereskh-Polo' (A Persian rice dish, prepared using berries, A special Persian spice concoction, and a number of exotic vegetables.) Sweet Notes My meals are never complete without a round of richly prepared lip-smacking desserts. I found myself digging into the famous 'Umm Ali' (An Arabic bread pudding dessert, richly done using dry fruits, and topped off with rose and saffron), and the cooling 'Gulkand Phrini' (An Indian condensed milk preparation finished with a residue procured from rose petals and sugar). Mocking it While at the meals we were served a round of mocktails that involved simple 'Strawberry and Pink Guava combination', another included 'Sherbet -E - Khakshir' (A famous Persian summer drink prepared using turmeric and saffron). Last but not the least we were also served the delicious 'Sekanjebin BaKhaiyar' (This is one of the oldest Iranian drink prepared using honey, sugar, and vinegar. This is especially consumed during the summer months). End Note While I took to the vegetarian serving, there was an interesting spread laid out for the Non-vegetarians too. As a blogger, I have received a warm welcome. The decor is classic, and modern in origin, as the team has decided to concentrate more on the nitty-gritties of the cuisine itself. I have enjoyed a good time overall.

Mashhad Santacruz, located on the ground floor of Taj Santacruz is run by not Taj but someone from outside. I visited the place on a Saturday was told that it is a nice club by hotel staff, and every time they said it they added it is not part of Taj Hotel and is being run by people from outside. We went for our first stop and the people at the gate let us in as we were staying in the hotel, thought the place was almost empty we moved to the bar and ordered beer to start. The same was not available we were told to wait for 15 minutes as the stock for same was on way. We ordered some tequila shots and the same were slightly overpriced but the bartender served them nicely. The place is usually a restaurant and on the Saturday night gave a feel of unorganised party being hosted, the music was all Hindi & Bollywood. We didn't stay for a long time as the place was almost empty. Overall my experience was not so great, but I would give them the benefit of doubt as they are mainly a restaurant, and I was not able to try any food. For a club this place is a big no from my side, Will update the review for food if I ever visit the place again.

Mashhad at Taj SantaCruz is a breath of fresh air when it comes to interiors and ambience. Strictly authentic North Indian and Lebanese food is served here which makes the whole experience very memorable and remarkable. Superb service and scrumptious food is what you can expect here.

High-end Persian, Lebanese, Indian Cuisine Restaurant. Located in Taj Santacruz Annexe building. It is not part of Taj Santacruz. It is an independent Restaurant. One can enter from Domestic Terminal-1 arrival area or from Taj Santacruz lobby. One can book entire Restaurant for Group get togethers. Persian dishes are sophisticated but little bland for Indians. There are enough spicy Indian dishes are on offer.

Nice food very spicy I like it 5 star rating

We were called at Mashhad for Lebanese Food Festival, there was a presence of every conceivable Lebanese food spread before us, including soups, salads, cold & hot mezzeh, mains & desserts. Here's what the picture looked like: We starter with Mocktails *Kiwi Punch *Shorba Adas Maa Sabanekh: This lentil soup comes with earthy umami & light tang from dried limes makes the flavour pop! *Hummus: It was classic hummus, superb & authentic taste. *Baba Ganouj: Served with pita bread, mashed cooked eggplant mixed with tahini, olive oil. *Labneh: It almost like cream cheese , tangy and creamy. *Fattoush: Middle eastern crunchy colouful salad, lots of greens, veggies and toasted pita bits. *Harisha: Hot chilli paste, used a dip. *Toummeya: Fine bulgar, cherry tomatoes, finely chopped parsley, mint, cucumber and onion giving a zingy touch *Falafel: Lebanese golden fried patties, green peas and chick peas patty served with onions garlic and tahini. *Fatayar Sabanik: Spinach & cheese fillings, perfect for a snack. *Capsi Roz Capsi: Staple middle eastern rice with tomato gravy. *Veg Harra: It is gravy, sweet and tangy served with rice *Umm Ali: Traditional turkish dessert, served hot and delicious in taste. The staff was excellent. It is for 1500 Rs/- ++ , come with family and loved ones and enjoy the delicious affair.