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What to order at Marine Drive Bhutta and Chai Carts
- Must order
- A bhutta (roasted corn with lime and chilli) and a cutting chai.
- The dish to know
- Roasted corn (bhutta), chai, peanuts
- Editor tip
- The Necklace lights up at sundown; carts run until past midnight.
CuisineStreet food
Price$
Neighborhoodmarine-lines
HoursDaily 17:00-00:30
The dishRoasted corn (bhutta), chai, peanuts
PaymentCash only
Last verified
Must order: A bhutta (roasted corn with lime and chilli) and a cutting chai.
Tip: The Necklace lights up at sundown; carts run until past midnight.
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Location
Address: Marine Drive Promenade, Mumbai 400020
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