"Lower Parel's see-and-be-seen Asian gastropub — KOKO turns out dim sum, sushi and black cod around a 125-foot bar, a buzzy night out."
About KOKO
KOKO sits on the ground floor of Trade World in the Kamala Mills compound at Lower Parel, the nightlife hub of midtown Mumbai. It is a quintessential Asian fine-dine-meets-gastropub: bold, sophisticated interiors built around a 125-foot island bar and a glowing jigsaw mahjong-tiled wall. The kitchen is led by Malaysian head chef Eric Sifu, who previously worked with the Michelin-starred Din Tai Fung in Singapore.
For Mumbai's other top Asian tables, compare the dramatic Hakkasan, the Mekong-region By the Mekong and the long-running Ling's Pavilion. KOKO belongs to the city's Chinese and Japanese dining scene.
The Kitchen
The menu is built on Cantonese and Japanese repertoire: sumptuous dim sum and refined sushi, plus crispy pork belly, edamame black rice and the standout KOKO Black Cod. The KOKO Signature Roll — avocado, tempura asparagus, crisps and the house KOKO sauce — is the crowd order, and a Sakura brunch runs unlimited signature bestsellers. It is approachable for the polish: a dinner for two lands around ₹3,500 before drinks, with the cocktail and sake programme a draw in its own right.
The Room
The room is the calling card: a vast, glossy space with that 125-foot island bar at its centre and the backlit mahjong wall behind, loud and energetic once the after-work crowd arrives. It works as a group dinner and a date night as much as a drinks destination, with a DJ-led buzz later in the evening. Booking ahead is sensible at weekends, when Kamala Mills fills up fast.
Best for a Team Dinner
A buzzy room, a long shareable menu and a 125-foot bar make KOKO a natural team dinner or lively first date in Mumbai. The energy and cocktails also carry a birthday celebration.
Not for
Not for a quiet, intimate dinner or a traditional fine-dining hush — KOKO is a loud, glossy, DJ-driven gastropub built for groups and energy.
Frequently Asked
What is KOKO in Mumbai known for?
It is a glossy pan-Asian gastropub in Kamala Mills, Lower Parel, known for Cantonese and Japanese plates from chef Eric Sifu — dim sum, sushi, crispy pork belly and the signature KOKO Black Cod — around a 125-foot island bar.
Who is the chef at KOKO?
Malaysian head chef Eric Sifu, who previously worked with the Michelin-starred Din Tai Fung in Singapore and specialises in Cantonese and Japanese cooking.
What should I order at KOKO?
The dim sum and sushi lead, alongside the KOKO Black Cod, crispy pork belly, edamame black rice and the KOKO Signature Roll with avocado, tempura asparagus and the house KOKO sauce.
How much does it cost at KOKO?
It is mid-to-upper range — a dinner for two lands around ₹3,500 before drinks, with a Sakura brunch offering unlimited signature bestsellers at a set price.
Where is KOKO located?
On the ground floor of Trade World in the Kamala Mills compound, Lower Parel, Mumbai.
Do I need a reservation?
Booking ahead is sensible, especially at weekends, when Kamala Mills and the after-work crowd fill the room quickly.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at KOKO
Book ahead at weekends; Kamala Mills fills fast.
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Practical Information
AddressTrade World, Kamala Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai
NeighbourhoodKamala Mills, Lower Parel
CuisinePan-Asian
Price~₹3,500 for two before drinks
Dress CodeSmart casual
SeatingDining room and 125-foot island bar
ReservationRecommended
