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Bombay to Mumbai

Greater Manchester, Stockport - Indian - Restaurant - £

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

The fact that this vibrant suburban Indian is in a residential area well away from Stockport’s main drag means that it’s still a proper locals’ restaurant – even though its fame has now spread far beyond SK7. Much of the credit must go to owners Sandeep Gursahani and Donya Bonyadi, who put their heart and soul into the place, treat kids with affection and ensure that standards remain ‘sky-high’. The interior is a riot of colour (posters, framed photographs, murals, bright orange napkins), while ‘incredibly friendly’ staff are always happy to guide diners through the menu. Check out the Indo-Chinese specialities and dishes from Sindh province (Sandeep’s homeland), although there are well-rendered regional winners wherever you look. Regulars know most of the repertoire by heart but there is always the odd surprise, such as a lightly spiced chicken kebab – hunks of juicy meat, each on a hanging skewer, set over smouldering charco...

The fact that this vibrant suburban Indian is in a residential area well away from Stockport’s main drag means that it’s still a proper locals’ restaurant – even though its fame has now spread far beyond SK7. Much of the credit must go to owners Sandeep Gursahani and Donya Bonyadi, who put their heart and soul into the place, treat kids with affection and ensure that standards remain ‘sky-high’. The interior is a riot of colour (posters, framed photographs, murals, bright orange napkins), while ‘incredibly friendly’ staff are always happy to guide diners through the menu. Check out the Indo-Chinese specialities and dishes from Sindh province (Sandeep’s homeland), although there are well-rendered regional winners wherever you look. Regulars know most of the repertoire by heart but there is always the odd surprise, such as a lightly spiced chicken kebab – hunks of juicy meat, each on a hanging skewer, set over smouldering charcoal to give the whole thing a delicious smokiness. Hits are many and varied, from the crispest masala dosa with soothing coconut chutney to the ‘Mumbai sizzler’ (a fiercely hot metal skillet with cubes of paneer, onions, a stuffed pepper, makhani sauce and rice) – perfect with a superb onion and chilli kulcha. Fans of Bollywood movies will recognise the curious names of some dishes: Lai Bhaari, for example, is a fabulous lamb creation with a gorgeous sauce (sweet jaggery, sharp tamarind, earthily savoury peanuts). To finish, try a ‘sizzling brownie’ or the mini white chocolate and cinnamon samosa. Drink Indian beer or one of the Bollywood-themed cocktails.

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j hartley

5 March 2025

I can think of four restaurants local to me that would fit the bill for “Best Local” but, once again I’m nominating Bombay to Mumbai. It just has that edge for the place that draws us back time and again. Sandeep a...
I can think of four restaurants local to me that would fit the bill for “Best Local” but, once again I’m nominating Bombay to Mumbai. It just has that edge for the place that draws us back time and again. Sandeep and his business partner, Donya, are the very essence of hospitality. There’s always a warm welcome. There’s an enthusiasm for the food - Sandeep often has a story from his homeland about a dish and may well suggest an order for something he thinks I might like but haven’t y...
I can think of four restaurants local to me that would fit the bill for “Best Local” but, once again I’m nominating Bombay to Mumbai. It just has that edge for the place that draws us back time and again. Sandeep and his business partner, Donya, are the very essence of hospitality. There’s always a warm welcome. There’s an enthusiasm for the food - Sandeep often has a story from his homeland about a dish and may well suggest an order for something he thinks I might like but haven’t yet tried. As for the food, the core of the menu is Mumbai street food but there are the occasional specials to keep the interest. And then there’s the monthly Sunday night tasting menus, featuring the cuisine of different regions of India – dishes you’re unlikely to find in other restaurants. We’re going this week to order the Parsi menu – dishes inspired by the Irani cafes of Mumbai. These are a real treat and the restaurant offers them with pride.
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VENUE DETAILS

10 Fir Road, Bramhall
Stockport
Greater Manchester
SK7 2NPGB

0161 439 0055

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OTHER INFORMATION

Private dining room, Wheelchair access, Parking, Family friendly

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