While the news of a cafe opening in Bandra isn’t extraordinary, a new Gen Z cafe popping up here definitely deserves your attention! drnk isn’t your average cafe serving hot lattes with beige wallpapers, it is the hottest new spot in town to get refreshing drinks and quick bites. Now that the cafe is making waves on social media, the team unstumbled thought of testing the hype-waters and see if drnk really deserves the hype or if it’s just another internet-hyped cafe in Bandra.
Dine & Dish: drnk, Bandra West
drnk: Building A Community And Not Just A Cafe
What happens when two youngsters are fuelled by the passion of carving out a community and not just stopping on opening a cafe? You get a space like drnk! Founders Aryan Gandhi and Raj Thakkar, just freshly entering their 20s are on a mission to build drnk, a lifestyle brand offering amazing slushies, milkshakes, smoothies, and coffee.
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Their goal is to redefine the classic “let’s go get a drink” experience by offering better looking, better tasting, and healthier drink options. They opened their flagship store in Bandra just a year ago in 2024 but the hype, the branding, and the positive word-of-mouth have made it Bandra’s coolest new hangout spot. The young entrepreneur-duo is experimenting with flavors and new ways of presenting innovative drinks, so expect a diverse, vibrant menu in the coming months! Surely, we can’t wait for it but till then, we think you should read out our review to decide if drnk passes the vibe check for you!
drnk: Did The Drinks (And Bites) Hit The Spot?
The Sunset Slush
We began our ‘drnking’ experience with The Sunset Slush – a slushie that honestly felt like sunset in a glass. The taste was refreshing, icy cold, and just perfect to grab on a hot summer day. Sure, we had our brain freeze moment but with this refreshing, irresistible taste, the drink reminds you of ice lollies that most of us devoured in our childhood summers! The Sunset Slush is vibrant and oh-so-delicious – a must-try here!
S’mores Latte
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The next drink we tried was the S’mores Latte and we were surprised again! The drink was silky smooth, velvety, and creamy in texture, with the taste of coffee cutting right through the soft s’mores. It was rich, creamy, decadent, and is just perfect when you’re craving for a hot cup of comfort on a rainy day.
Mister Matcha
Say ‘matcha’ and we bet you can summon at least 10 ‘matcha girlies’ from any corner in Mumbai these days. To test if the matcha served here is truly the mark, we got it approved from a ‘certified matcha girlie’ and she gave it a 10/10! The matcha was “delicious, up to the point, and no-nonsense”. A must-try if you like matcha!
Thecha Grilled Cheese
What happens when soft, pillowy grilled cheese meets spicy, flavorful thecha? Pure magic! The Thecha Grilled Cheese that we tried here was delicious, no doubt, but it was a little oily. For those who’ve not had either of the two before, it might even taste like an elevated cheese chutney sandwich. But, if we’re being honest, it pairs well with most drinks served here, so if you’re hungry, you can definitely give your drink a company in the form of Thecha Grilled Cheese.
Ghee Roast Chicken On A Toast
We had our doubts when we saw ghee roast chicken being served in a casual drinks spot like drnk, but one bite of it and all our doubts vanished into thin air! The Ghee Roast Chicken served here is topped with curry leaves and pickled onions, adding richer flavor to the dish. It was flavor-packed, intense, and just too irresistible if you’re a fan of this classic Mangalorean comfort food.
Ambiance And Vibe Check
Drnk isn’t your ordinary cafe – it’s a community space to unwind with friends over glasses of refreshing drinks and quick bites. The service is quick with hardly any considerable wait time, plus the ambiance is totally fun, futuristic, and Instagram-worthy. The menu is limited but fun and innovative, making it easier to choose rather than just a slew of uncountable menu items hovering in front of your confused eyes.
Vibe? Check.
Menu and service? Check.
Great music? Check.
Food and drinks? Check, duh!
Final Thoughts: Dine Or Dish?
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We paid almost INR 1900 for the food that we devoured, and to be frank, it definitely felt worth it! The cafe isn’t exactly budget-friendly, but the taste, ambiance, and service easily justifies the price point. drnk is the place we’d come back to dine! If you too are a fan of slushies, milkshakes, and other drinks, drnk is the ultimate place to be in Bandra!
Address: Shop number 6, Shakti Raj premise, Pali Rd, opposite Two Rose, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050
Timings: 9:30 AM to 11:45 PM (weekdays); 9:30 AM to 12:00 AM (weekends)
