Judging by the way the wind is flowing nowadays more and more eateries are coming up that revolves around youths. These casual striking places are tailor-made by keeping the younger set in mind, to reflect ease and a laid back ambience. Youths prefer places with vibrancy hence the burst of colours on the walls but, what’s more important is, the gimmicks. Out-of-the-box tactics and attractive ploys are used to draw in the punters. Leading the game is a fairly new brand that has taken over the nightlife of Mumbai with ease. ‘Hoppipola’ like the name itself is the epitome of eccentricity and creativity. Their fresh playful perspective of things goes a long way into luring the young punters in. One of their several outlets is at Galleria Shopping Centre in Powai, Mumbai and is a popular hangout for the bar-hoppers.

To entice the tipplers Hoppipola stocks on an impressive bar selection, including some fun cocktails one ought to try. On the nights they hold live sports screening, emotions run high and the mood is rambunctious. Beers flows freely between the guys and series of endless cocktails amidst the girls. Some fun ones are, drown in a bucket, blood bank, da vincitini, Hoppi bath tub and IQ. Throw in few appetizers to soak up the booze from their Mediterranean and Continental menu. Nibble on, paneer tikka, ooye gooey fries, chiseled prawns, nacho libre, harissan fish, Morish chicken, paneer sanskari tacos and chicken trilogy. Move onto, lemony butter fish, pasta aglio olio, harissa rice, pan fried chicken burger, smokin bros pizza, paneer khurchan bao, cilantro chicken with mash & paprika sauce and chunky tomato & basil pasta.

The idea of Bento box is ingenious. Go for that if you are short on time. To pamper your sweet tooth options are just limited to vanilla bean panna cotta served with strawberry coulis or choc block, which is a molten chocolate cake served with vanilla ice-cream. Hoppipola is known for its quirky taste that manages to exceed into their presentation as well. Décor is colourful, eccentric and playful. The creative imprint can be seen all over the room in bird houses wall, cute trunks and interesting curios. Books and board games fill up different shelves to keep punters busy. The décor is casual and youth-centric. Not too pricey either!