In pictures: The best mango offerings from Kolkata cafes and restaurants

Summer in Kolkata brings with it a golden obsession — mangoes. From Aam Dimsum to inventive Mango Tiramisu, cafes and restaurants across the city are embracing the season’s star fruit with creativity. Whether you prefer your mangoes sweet, spicy, or somewhere in between, this year’s menus promise something for every palate. Here’s a roundup of the most refreshing, indulgent, and downright irresistible mango dishes you can’t miss this season.

Paprika Gourmet

Paprika Gourmet’s Mango Tiramisu is a luscious blend of mascarpone cheese and mango purée, layered with ladyfinger biscuits and topped with slices of fresh mango. This creamy, tropical take on the Italian dessert is light, fragrant, and perfect for summer.

Pocket Pinch: Rs 300 onwards

Address: 19B, Dover Lane, Gariahat

Last Date: Till early July

Balaram Mullick & Radharaman Mullick

Balaram Mullick & Radharaman Mullick’s Mango Gelato is a smooth, rich frozen treat infused with the sweetness of ripe mangoes. It’s a refreshing bite of nostalgia that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful.

Pocket Pinch: Rs 300 onwards 

Address: Multiple outlets across Kolkata

Last Date: June 30

Ambrosia

Ambrosia serves a tropical classic with its Mango Sticky Rice. This Thai-inspired dessert features sweet sticky rice paired with juicy mango slices and a generous drizzle of creamy coconut milk for a comforting, exotic treat.

Pocket Pinch: Rs 250 per piece

Address: 90/B, Hazra Road

Last Date: June 30

Bonne Femme

The Perfect Mango Mousse is a visual and flavorful stunner — light mango mousse served inside the hollowed mango skin. It's airy, tangy, and full of seasonal freshness.

Pocket Pinch: Rs 1,000 for two

Address: 139A, Rash Behari Avenue, Ballygunge

Last Date: June 30

Tess & YAYAvar - Hyatt Centric Ballygunge, Kolkata 

This vibrant menu features multiple mango delights. Try the moist Mango Pastry, rich Mango Cheesecake, refreshing Mango Lassi, or playful Mango Gadbad, a traditional Indian sundae. Each dish is an ode to the king of fruits.

Pocket Pinch: Rs 290-Rs 455

Address: 17, Garcha 1st Lane, Dover Terrace

Last Date: June 30

The Flamboyant

This limited-time menu features standouts like Mango Chilli Garlic Crostini, Mango Tango Shot Pop, Crunchy Mango Sushi Roll, and Aam Dimsum. Non-veg lovers can try the Mango Shrimp Cocktail, Mango Butter Chicken Tacos, or Thai Mango Chicken Curry. Don’t miss the quirky Mango Cheesecake Samosa to finish.

Pocket Pinch: Rs 2,000 for two with alcohol

Address: Unit 101, Om Tower, 32 Chowringhee Road, 1st Floor

Last Date: June 7 to July 7

Bianco Café’s Mango Fiesta Menu

Available through June, Bianco’s Mango Fiesta includes Mango Arancini Dumplings, Mango Caesar Twist Salad, Mango BBQ Chicken Wings, Mango Cream Pasta, and Raw Mango Risotto. Desserts like Mango Panna Cotta and Aam Raas with Rusk add indulgence, while drinks like Mango Mojito and Raw Mango Spritzer complete the tropical experience.

Pocket Pinch: Rs 250 to 600

Address: 19, Ekdalia Road, Ekdalia

Last Date: June 30