Masala - Pune

Mera Pyaar Masala Bar What do you get when you mix a #HighEnergyBar with some #MixologicalExploration and an #ImmersiveDiningExperience ?? Introducing the most... read more Mera Pyaar Masala Bar What do you get when you mix a #HighEnergyBar with some #MixologicalExploration and an #ImmersiveDiningExperience ?? Introducing the most happening hotspot in Pune, Masala Bar from the House of Massive Restaurants is the most stylish, high energy dining. It showcases mixological evolution through it’s especially handcrafted signature beverages and is featuring avant garde, post modern techniques creating a Bar experience unlike any before. It is a trendy and offbeat dining space, designed in a way that nothing can take away the focus from the pièce de résistance of the entire restaurant. Its larger than life light installation wall that stands as a dramatic backdrop to the one of a kind trapezoidal island bar that is touted to be one of the most stunning bars in Pune city. Cocktails The Soulful Strawberry Sour [Rs. 475] from the Masala Bar Signature Tipples section was a delicate balance of vodka, strawberry and rosemary shrub with fresh citrus while the Chai (Whiskey) Pe Charcha [Rs. 450] from the #Instagram #Dramebaaz section was a whisky based cocktail with homemade chai tea syrup and fresh citrus. Loved the theater of Indian spices with dry ice to give fragrant fumes. And the drink was quite delicious as well. A perfect drink to ensnare your senses. #YumYum #HighlyRecommended Chhota Chakna The Mooli Masala Matar Murmura [Rs. 60] was served in a very innovative conch however the fried peas were too hard to bite and didn’t go too well with the murmura either. Thankfully, the Chini Chinese Bhel [Rs. 60] had some good flavors. Loved the crunchy noodles. Again, some very innovative presentation giving the illusion of a magically dangling bottle. Soups and Salads The Bangkok Salad [Rs. 195] made with raw papaya, raw mango and topped with fried lotus stems was an extremely light and refreshing option. A perfect balance of sweet, acidic, crunchy and soft. #DeliciousDelicious Galiyaan, Nukkad, Chauraha – Street Food The Murugan Baby Idli [Rs 195] would surely make your heart sing “Apdi Podi Podi Podi” thanks to the addition of the lovely gunpowder chutney while the Lahori Murgh [Rs. 295] with masala butter cream and laal pyaaz would make you want to dance around the pole on which it is speared. Tapas Veg. Kutch Nu Kachhi Dabeli [Rs. 205] with anar and peanut chat had a quite lovely flavor, reminiscent of the street delicacy that people like to gorge on. Tapas Non Veg. The Shish Tik Tok [Rs. 295] with alternating lamb and chicken chunks was another delicious dish, packed full of flavors. Was pleasantly surprised to find the mutton was more tender than the chicken. #DeliciousDelicious The Ching Chong Chili Pork Ribs [Rs. 285] painted a pretty picture on a plate, garnished with flower petals. Lovely sauce, tender ribs but found the quantity rather wanting. Heavy Weights Veg The Carbon Pao Bhaji [Rs. 315] capitalizes on the current social media sensation of preparing food using activated charcoal however thankfully the chef has not gone overboard with the stuff. Overall it was a delicious khada bhaji served with skewered paos. #YumYum The Puffed Grains Pesto Khichadi with Parmesan Olive Cream [Rs. 325] was one of the best dishes of the night, nay, of the entire menu! It was total comfort food taken to the next level. Simply could not stop eating till it was all polished away. #YumYum #HighlyRecommended Heavy Weights Veg The Calingut Prawns Curry [Rs. 375] was a Goan preparation made using coconut milk as a base and served with steamed rice. The lip smacking curry was so good that prawns ended up playing a supporting role. The Baby Lamb served with Indian breads had tender meat cooked in a wonderful gravy. The succulent meat pieces were literally falling off the bones and that made the dish all the more enjoyable. #DeliciousDelicious Meetha Dining at a #HighOctaneBar would certainly translate into fun and creatively prepared and plated desserts as they are the best canvases for the chefs to showcase their creativity. The Airy Red Velvet Cake with Maakhan Malai [Rs. 225] is Masala Bar ‘s take on the Millefeuille. Gorgeously plated however a little too tangy for my taste. The Calorie Tower [Rs. 295], on the other hand, was an absolute sinful Indulgence. Made with profiteroles, chocolate brownie chunks, chocolate and vanilla ice creams, sprinkles and whipped cream, this was quite simply, irresistible and unputdownable. #YumYum #DeliciousDelicious #HighlyRecommended Masala Bar is a signature outlet for Zorawar Kalra and his Massive Restaurants brand and the passion and flair is seen in every drink and dish served on the table. Just a few days old, Masala Bar already running to packed houses every night is a sure sign of their rising popularity amongst the Pune crowd.

Great attentive service and help choosing the right dishes. The ambience is awesome mind blowing. All the dishes wether it’s a starter main course desert all we... read more Great attentive service and help choosing the right dishes. The ambience is awesome mind blowing. All the dishes wether it’s a starter main course desert all were lip smacking dishes..... Would like to go back anytime !!!!!!!

The ambience, music, everything is great. The vegetarian dishes we tried better than the non vegetarian. The carbon pav bhaji was nothing else, tastes just like... read more The ambience, music, everything is great. The vegetarian dishes we tried better than the non vegetarian. The carbon pav bhaji was nothing else, tastes just like the normal pav bhaji. The fusion restaurant, good for group-friendly dinner.

Superb Food, superb hospitality! Love it Next time for sure.. cheers read more Superb Food, superb hospitality! Love it Next time for sure.. cheers

It was a wonderful evening we enjoyed at the Masala Bar in Balewadi Highstreet. The ambience was great and so was the service. We tried several options both in... read more It was a wonderful evening we enjoyed at the Masala Bar in Balewadi Highstreet. The ambience was great and so was the service. We tried several options both in Veg and in Non-Veg and we must acknowledge that the efforts of the team were worth every penny. Special thanks to Chef Malhar for his suggestions on taste. All a wonderful experience and an evening well spent.