Mumbai's culinary landscape continues to evolve with the opening of several new restaurants in May 2023. Staqx, led by Chef Beena Noronha, revives the spirit of 1980s diners, offering comfort food in a vibrant setting. Varsoo, helmed by Pinky Chandan Dixit, presents a personal take on traditional dishes, emphasizing intuitive eating with items like Moong dal khichdi and Ravioli dal dhokli. Monarchy in Andheri offers a luxurious vegetarian dining experience, catering to Mumbai's Jain and Gujarati communities with a menu that includes global influences and innovative cocktails. Everhome Café, located in a 130-year-old bungalow, provides a cozy atmosphere with a menu focused on comfort foods like Turkish eggs and rustic bread. Gong, a new venture by Specialty Restaurants Limited, merges Pan Asian cuisine with immersive design, featuring an extensive sushi program and unique dishes like Udon Carbonara. Other notable openings include Laguna, a tropical cocktail café-bar, Cafe Como Xo, a veg-forward café, Lisa’s Lanka, Bandra's first Sri Lankan bistro, and RumBabaa, a vinyl-led coffee space in Andheri. Each of these establishments highlights Mumbai's dynamic and diverse food culture.