How does trying out Asian dishes all under one roof sound? If you are fond of South East Asian cuisine, especially Korean, Japanese and Thai, then head to the newly opened Chimichurri – The Asian Kitchen. The Mumbai chain of pan Asian restaurant opened its doors to Pune recently at Shivaji Nagar, has a fantastic space on the ground floor. One can call it fusion kitchen for it serves some of the most interesting sizzlers, making it memorable for people to revisit again.

The menu is extensive and gives both the vegetarians and the meat/ fish lovers a lot of options to choose from. The ambience, the brilliant use of lights to highlights diners and substantial portions makes you want to linger longer.

While you decide upon the appetizers or the fabulous dimsums, order one of their mocktails, Fruitloop, which freshens up your mood and your senses, with Thai Basil, sweetness and sourness of the passion fruit, apple and blue Curraco (Rs 225).

Soon, the assorted dumplings (Rs 599 for 12 pieces) make their way to the table, wafting light aroma served along with the house-special Chimichurri Sauce, made with chopped fresh parsley, oregano, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and red pepper flakes, a Pan Asian twist, makes you want for seconds. While the dim sums whetted the appetite to ask for some spicy stir fry Korean chicken wings (Rs 388), Lobster chilli Oyster sauce (Rs 750) and Chimichurri Chicken with Pakchoy & Mushroom.

But what makes it worth the wait are the fantastic sizzlers, a unique blend of Asian sauces sizzling over mains served with Asian Greens, Togarashi French Fries, Vegetable Dimsum and an option of Garlic Fried Rice or Chilly Noodles.
The Seafood XO sauce, Thai ginger chicken and the Khemplung Shredded chicken are simply a must have (Rs 540 – Rs 650). The servings are good enough to be shared and enjoyed.

This restaurant is on my list for a revisit to try some more of the interesting dishes and to spend quality time with friends and loved ones. Unwind over an evening or a weekend with good music and a delicious meal.

Address : Gr Floor, Kakade Buzz Icon, Ganeshkhind Road Next to E-Square Mall, Pune, Maharashtra 411005
Contact : 9028735334

Article by : Prachi Bari