The Penny Whistle Tavern
Permanently closed
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in Mumbai
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The positive aspect of this restaurant is that the staff is efficient. If you want to enjoy spectacular service, you should go to The Penny Whistle Tavern. According to the visitors' opinions, prices are affordable. As people see it, the ambiance is pleasant here.
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883/1, Juhu Tara Rd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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The inside was very inviting and had a pub-like atmosphere. The wait staff were very friendly and appeared surprised to see us. May be because it was only 6:15 pm. The seating was very comfortable and the place was well lit and airy. Being the only patrons at that time, we were somewhat pampered. We were off to a good start.
The menu was impressive. Although the stop was impulsive, we were determined with regard to our food choice. The theme was some good wine with starters and a salad finish. Wines are available by the glass or the bottle, except Sula, which is available only by the bottle. I had promised not to bother my grey cells so I did not attempt to understand the logic. The wine was good, as good as Indian wine gets. We had a bottle and felt the need to have another glass. The dilemma was Sula was not available by the glass. So we got the Fratelli. The wait-person was outraged that we asked for new glasses. “You are drinking red wine, can I not pour this into your glass?” We politely declined the suggestion and insisted on new glasses. On a side note, we were convinced that we did good with our initial wine selection.
Then we ordered the Bruschetta, the mother of antipastos. This variant of the Bruschetta was very distinct in that it was a slice of baguette (I think) with a generous piece of cheese (the menu said it was mozzarella but I could have sworn it was an Edam Babybel) and a fresh slice of tomato. The baguette was not grilled but it had a nice crispy crust; I was told that the breads were baked in house. The real hero of the antipasto was the balsamic vinegar and olive oil dressing served in a shot glass. Conspicuously absent was the basil. Regardless, loved it. The baguette was the right base (although I thought toasted bread would have been better), the cheese was delightful and the slice of tomato added the right level of freshness. The dressing was the crowning glory. We then had the Country Seafood Salad with a nice spread of fresh greens and lightly fried fish, squid (did not taste it) and shrimp. The salad had a medley of flavors and textures. The salad dressing was a house dressing, somewhat of a honey-mustard, not over-bearing. The salad, although not the conventional food pairing, was the perfect complement to the wine. It balanced out the flavors and the textures of the food.
Now to even out the score card, ambiance and food quality take top spots. Service gets marks for effort; to be honest, the wait staff are a bit green. Where the establishment needs to take note of is the value aspect. It is caused by a case of mistaken identity; being in the company of some of the fancy restaurants in the area, pricing becomes a double-edged sword. I really believe that if the establishment can get creative with the pricing, it can ensure longevity of the business.
I would certainly recommend this place with one minor caveat, mainly value - lack of it, that is.