The quirks have taken over the city. All those pubs and drinking places have thrown convention out of the window and picked up fresh quirky ideas to pull patrons in. Boring staid decors are thing of the past, now the trend is with funky eccentric out-of-the-box concepts. While partying out in Mumbai, you may have noticed this popular chain of bars that are perfect example for unconventional approach. ‘Hoppipola’ has become a trendy popular fixture of Mumbai’s party scene and is a youth-centric place. Mumbai alone owns about four outlets of Hoppipola but try the one at Khar, its much more spacious and charming. You will find the outlet housed under Ramee Guestline Hotel on S.V Road or simply follow the trail of fashionable punters. For a casual drinking binge with friends, Hoppipola is perfect.

When at Hoppipola skip your regular beers and scotches and take account of their delicious signature cocktails. They are strong enough to numb your mind and lend you that happy buzz. Best part is their packaging. Cocktails come in quirky eye-catching containers like a birdcage, Edison bulb, bicycle, tub and baby’s milk bottle. Edible shots are also a great way to notch up your night. Food wise, Hoppipola tempts your palette with a grub spread of Continental and Mediterranean fares. Open the menu with, ooye gooey fries, harissan fish, jalapeno cheese bomb, chiseled prawns, khari khari spinach & corn, classic murgh tikka, sautéed mushroom with lemon chilli, chilli chicken bao and Korean fried chicken wings. Move along with, jerk chicken pizza, rich creamy mushroom pasta, crispy cottage cheese burger, peri peri biryani, lemony butter fish, chunky tomato & basil pasta and cilantro chicken.

Those popping in during lunch time can always go for Hoppipola’s bento boxes. They do two versions, Paaji ka Bento Box and Bangkok Bento Box. The chef spoils your sweet tooth with few scrummy desserts. Pick between a vanilla bean panna cotta or a choco block, which is served with vanilla ice cream. Service is attentive and prompt, elevating your evening. Hoppipola is designed in a light airy manner, giving a very Mediterranean feel with white and blue combination. Use of large glass paned windows in white walls is enchanting. Ambience is casual, relaxed and cheerful. Eccentric curios, birdcages, airplane and planters, instantly kicks up the artistic quotient. A shelf full of board games and books keeps loners entertained. For moderate prices, Hoppipola could be your next big haunt.