Mumbai’s NMACC Launches NMACC Arts Café at BKC

The NMACC Arts Cafe, a new vibrant dining spot where beloved classics collide with creativity and culture, is proudly presented by the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Center at BKC, Mumbai. 

Nestled next to the Art House on Level 3, NMACC Arts Cafe is a reflection of Isha Ambani’s deep love for art, and her fond memories of food being a connecting thread between loved ones.

Designed by renowned interior designer Gauri Khan, the cafe seamlessly combines elements of the natural world with subtle beauty. It’s warm, welcoming ambiance is enhanced by opulent light fixtures and elaborate brass-and-gold patterns. A magnificent 16-foot bar with a flowing, wave-like design and a remarkable skylight the café with sunlight serves as the focal point of the room, conveying a sense of both style and tranquility.

Inspired by Asian, European, and Indian culinary traditions, the NMACC Arts Cafe offers a fine selection of international cuisines in addition to reinterpreted classics. Chef Tarang Joshi, who oversees the culinary staff of NMACC Arts Cafe, and Chef Joy Bhattacharya, Head of Culinary Services at Jio World Centre, are at the forefront of the cafe's culinary concept. 

In addition to its exceptional aesthetic, NMACC Arts Cafe features stunning works by celebrated artists like Damien Hirst, Dia Mehhta Bhupal, Sameer Kulavoor, Jennifer Guidi, Takashi Murakami, Rana Begum and Nor Black Nor White, offering guests a visual feast alongside a culinary one. The café’s expansive al fresco terrace provides panoramic views of the ‘Fountain of Joy’, making it one of BKC’s most exclusive rooftop destinations. For those seeking a more exclusive experience, it also includes a luxe 12-seater private dining room with a live kitchen, ideal for intimate gatherings and personalised offerings. 

The menu also includes a Little Gourmet with a mix of kid-friendly comfort foods, including a light penne pomodoro, crispy fried fish, and a hearty chicken schnitzel. Chocolate lovers will like the chocolate and kahlua crémeux, a Jain-friendly, sugar-free option that manages to be rich and velvety, with just the right hint of coffee liqueur to elevate its sophistication.