Where: Trincas (17B Park Street)

When: October 14 to 17.

On the menu: The Sharodiya Bhoj lets you indulge in a wide range of Chinese and Indian delicacies. So take a pick from their varied spread.

Pocket pinch: An a la carte meal for two will cost Rs 500. Taxes extra.

 

Where: Hangout (City Centre Salt Lake and New Town)

When: October 13 to 17.

On the menu: The Bengali Mahabhoj fare has Begun Bhaja, Murgir Jhal, Jarda Pulao, Bhetki Maachher Paturi, Narkol Diye Chholar Dal, Kochi Pathar Jhol and much more. Finish with Mishti Doi and Mishti Paan.

Pocket pinch: Buffet will cost Rs 300, including taxes.

 

Where: The Bridge, Floatel

When: October 13 to 17.

On the menu: Thakurbarir Ranna-e-Mahabhoj has a different menu on each of the five days of Puja. Chholar Dal Narkel Diye, Chicken Dak Bungalow, Chitol Petir Tok Jhaal, Pulao Raj Nandini, Sujir Mohan Bhog and Doodh Manda are some of the items on offer.

Pocket pinch: A meal for one would cost Rs 799.

 

Where: Indismart Hotel (Sector V, Salt Lake)

When: October 14 to 16.

On the menu: At Xspicy, start with Tender Coconut Water and Aam Panna. Move on to a soup, some Bhaja Bhuji, Aamisher Rokomari with luchi or different types of rice. End on a sweet note with Kanchagolla, Langcha and Rajbhog.

Pocket pinch: Buffet at Rs 349. Taxes extra.

 

Where: Red Express, Hotel Metropole (174 Sarat Bose Road)

When: Till October 18.

On the menu: It’s a prawn and crab a la carte menu with choices like Crumb Fried Prawn, Chilli Crab, Prawn Tetrazzini and Masala Crab Curry.

Pocket pinch: Meal for two would cost Rs 1,000. Taxes extra.

 

Where: Orko’s Restaurant & Bar Lounge (City Centre Salt Lake)

When: October 13 to 17.

On the menu: Enjoy your favourite Bengali dishes with choices like Topse Maach Bhaja, Posto Bora, Dak Bungalow Mutton and Chingri Malai Curry. For desserts try Home-made Doi, Rasamalai and Chhanar Jalebi. Wash it all down with Jaljira or Aam Pora Shorbot.

Pocket pinch: Buffet per head will cost Rs 599. Taxes extra.

 

Where: Hushh — The Italian Resto Lounge and Bar (E-407, DC Block, City Centre Salt Lake)

When: Till November 15.

On the menu: Special Fondue and Roesti menu at Hushh has exciting offerings like the Pollo Skewers Roesti, Pollo Pepperonata Roesti, Blue Cheese Fondue and Mexican Cheese Fondue. The special Seafood Festival is perfect for fish lovers with dishes like Bekti Funghi e Pomodoro, Grilled Lobster and Grilled Salmon Steak. One can also choose from the regular a la carte menu.

Pocket pinch: A meal for two costs Rs 900 for both festivals. Taxes extra.

 

Where: Wow! Momo (all outlets)

When: Till October 18.

On the menu: A Pomfret Festival offers Pomfret Steamed Momo, Pomfret Fried Momo and Pomfret Pan-fried Momo In Schezwan Sauce. The regular menu has Prawn Momo, Chicken Momo, Mushroom Momo, Veg Momo and more.

Pocket pinch: A plate of five momos costs Rs 75-plus for the fish options. Taxes included.

 

Where: Haldiram Food City
(24 Ballygunge Park Road)

When: October 14 to 16.

On the menu: Find different Indian cuisine buffets each day. On Saptami find Punjabi favourites like Paneer Tikka Masala and Malai Kofta. On Ashtami it’s a Rajasthani fare with Rajasthani Mix, Puran Puri, Sangri Achar and more. And Navami brings Gujarati specials like Vegetable Undhiu and Gujarati Curry. Live Oriental counters will be operational on all the days as well.

Pocket pinch: Buffet will cost Rs 200. Taxes included.

 

Where: Mio Amore (Mani Square)

When: October 13 to 17.

On the menu: Try the Mediterranean cuisine with specialities from Turkey, Italy, Greece and Morocco. The Shish Taouk, Pita Bread, Risotto Bianco Con Pesto, Roasted Fillet of Fish With Tomato Mustard Sauce and kebabs are recommended.

Pocket pinch: An a la carte meal for two will cost Rs 1,200.

 

Where: Harvey’s (229 Rajdanga Main Road)

When: October 13 to 17.

On the menu: Taste world cuisine with Char-grilled Chicken And Pineapple Salad, Sliced Beckti In Chinese Parsley Sauce, Lasagne With Minced Meat And Red Wine, Mutton Raara Punjabi and more. Desserts include Baked Mihidana With Rabri and Hot Gulab Jamun With Vanilla Ice Cream.

Pocket pinch: The buffet is priced at Rs 595 for lunch and Rs 650 for dinner. Taxes extra.

 

Where: Charcoal Grill (102A & B Park Street)

When: Till October 30.

On the menu: Try the Special Seafood Chelo Kebab. Other dishes include Shredded Chicken in Chilli Garlic Sauce and Prawn Cantonese. Wash it down with mocktails like Naughty Choco and Apple Ginger.

Pocket pinch: An a la carte meal for two will cost Rs 900. Taxes extra.

 

Where: The French Loaf (2/7 Sarat Bose Road)

When: October 14 to 17.

On the menu: Create your own pizzas with bases like whole wheat or white bread and then opt for fillings like Chingri Malai Curry, Shorshe Bhapa Bhetki and Kasha Murgi. Other Bengali-style snacks include Mangsho Pattice, Kolkata Chilli Chicken Puff and Bengal Club Burger.

Pocket pinch: Meal for two will cost Rs 200. Taxes included.

 

Where: Five Rivers (Mani Square)

When: October 14 to 17.

On the menu: The Undivided Punjab Festival offers a buffet spread with dishes like Murgh Chandi Tikka, Tandoori Kadak Sheekh Kebab and Aloo Wadiyan. Sweeten your palate with Kala Jamun and Anaras Ka Halwa.

Pocket pinch: Buffet will cost Rs 575. Taxes extra.

 

Where: Maharaja Banquets (55 Chowringhee Road)

When: October 15 to 17.

On the menu: On Saptami tuck into Basanti Pulao and Kosha Mangsho. The menu on Ashtami has delicacies like Dhokar Dalna and Phulkopi Aloor Tarakari. On Navami it’s a selection of Chhanar Kofta, Radhaballavi and Mangshor Jhol. Desserts like Mishti Doi and Sandesh will be served on each day.

Pocket pinch: Meal for one on Saptami costs Rs 550, Ashtami Rs 450 and Navami Rs 500.

 

Where: Bhojohori Manna (all outlets)

When: October 14 to 17.

On the menu: Each Puja day brings lavish vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis. On Saptami vegetarian thali includes Dhokar Dalna and Chhanar Kofta and non-vegetarian has Jumbo Ilish Bhapa and Mutton Dak Bungalow. Ashtami brings vegetarian items like Panchmeshali Torkari and Potol Bhaja while Doi Mangsho and Chingri Malai Curry can be found in the non-vegetarian thali. Navami vegetarian thali has Mochar Ghonto and Begun Bhaja while the non-vegetarian thali has Bhetki Paturi and Kosha Mangsho. On Dashami dig into vegetarian items like Jhinge Alu Posto and Shorshe Begun; for meat eaters it’s a spread of Mutton Korma and Pabda Shorshe.

Pocket pinch: Vegetarian thalis cost Rs 320 and non-vegetarian thalis Rs 450.

 

Where: KK’s Fusion (176 Sarat Bose Road and 89C Narkeldanga Road)

When: October 13 to 17.

On the menu: A range of Octopus delicacies like Tandoori Octopus and Grilled Octopus are on offer for the experimental diner. Other seafood specialities include Seafood Casserole With Mexican Rice and Prawn Thermidore. The World Cuisine menu has Indian, Chinese and Continental delicacies.

Pocket pinch: A meal for two will cost Rs 1,000.

 

Where: Massekah (City Centre New Town, B Block)

When: October 14 to 16.

On the menu: Enjoy Bengali folk music in the background as you bite into Bhatti Ka Murg, Dal Makhni, Kasha Chicken and Fish Do Pyaza. There are Afghani desserts to end the meal.

Pocket pinch: A combo meal for one will come to Rs 347.