<h2>Fried fixation</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Fried-Chicken-Waffle_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>Tipping its hat to Southern American comfort food, this kitchen serves up the classic Fried Chicken Waffle (below), keeping things simple and true to the format. Crisp, golden chicken meets a soft waffle, paired with green chilli and mint mayonnaise, giving it a Mumbai-style edge.<br />AT Le Caf&eacute;, opposite BMC Office, near Natraj Cinema, 1st Road, Chembur.&nbsp;<br />LOG ON TO @lecaferesto&nbsp;<br />CALL 7710076000&nbsp;<br />COST Rs 1800 for two</p>
<h2>Croffle craze</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Croffle-Guys-IG_e.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>A wildcard in the waffle game, it shifted to <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai-guide/mumbai-food/article/from-breakfast-to-mango-specials-indulge-in-these-three-unique-new-food-menus-in-mumbai-this-week-23622239" rel="nofollow">croffles</a></strong> early on, folding croissant dough into waffle irons for that flaky, crisp finish. The menu glides between sweet and savoury, from Tiramisu Cream, to an Aloo Bhujiya-inspired version (above).<br />AT Croffle Guys (Santacruz, Chowpatty, Matunga East)&nbsp;<br />LOG ON TO @thecroffleguys<br />COST Rs 600 for two&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Brussels bites</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Blueberry-Waffle_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>Leaning into Brussels-style waffles, this menu sticks to familiar, crowd-favourite combinations. Think Nutella and Banana, Triple Belgian Chocolate, Blueberry (left), and French Custard Waffles, alongside cheesecake variants and fresh strawberry builds.<br />AT Multiple outlets (Thane and Airoli)<br />CALL 9769162784&nbsp;<br />LOG ON TO wafflebinge.in<br />COST Rs 400 for two</p>
<h2>Savoury shift</h2>
<p>This Goregaon eatery puts savoury waffles front and centre. The Malgapodi Dosa waffle with Podi Labneh and Thecha Chutney (left) leans into familiar South Indian flavours, while the Cherry Tomato and Pesto Confit Focaccia Waffle brings the feel of focaccia into a crisp waffle format.<br />AT Caf&eacute;-Toh, Ekta Tripolis 6, Siddharth Nagar Road, Motilal Nagar I, Goregaon West.&nbsp;<br />CALL 9819309011<br />COST R1400 for two<br />LOG ON TO @cafetoh_</p>
<h2>Stroopwafel switch-up</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Duck-Stroopwaffle_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>Try the Duck Stroopwafel (right) that flips the delicate Belgian-Dutch classic on its head. In place of caramel, there&rsquo;s Plum Ganache, Smoked Duck, Pickled Mustard and Peppery Leaves layered into a Stroopwafel.<br />AT Bandra Born, near Lilavati Hospital, <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sunday-mid-day/article/heres-your-complete-food-and-shopping-guide-through-mumbais-red-yellow-and-blue-metro-lines-23621957" rel="nofollow">Bandra</a></strong> West.<br />CALL 8657738778<br />LOG ON TO @bandraborn<br />COST Rs 4500 for two</p>
<h2>Kunafa rewind</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Belgian-Waffle-IGA_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>Tapping into the Dubai kunafa chocolate trend that hasn&rsquo;t quite left menus, the Choco Kunafa Waff-wich (left) brings it into a waffle format. Crisp waffles meet kunafa-style filling and chocolate, keeping the combination going for those still chasing it.<br />AT Belgian Waffle, Multiple outlets (Thane West, Airoli, Kandivali East, Fort)&nbsp;<br />LOG ON TO @thebelgianwaffleco<br />COST Rs 500 for two</p>
<h2>Asian affair</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Hong-Kong-Waffles_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>Channelling the region&rsquo;s street dessert culture, the Hong Kong Waffles are served with coconut ice cream, Thai chocolate and whipped cream. It brings together flavours that feel straight out of an Asian market.<br />AT Banng, Pinnacle House, 15th Road, PD Hinduja Road, Bandra West.<br />CALL 9152084422<br />LOG ON TO @banng.mumbai &nbsp;<br />COST Rs 4500 for two</p>
<h2>Throwback treats</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Chocolate-Explosion_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p>This eatery serves a <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/lpg-crisis-iconic-eateries-in-mumbai-forced-to-cut-menus-and-costs-23622436" rel="nofollow">Chocolate Explosion</a></strong> (below) with ice cream, sauces and sides that take you back to 2014, when dessert outings meant going all out.&nbsp;<br />AT Coffee by Di Bella, Multiple outlets (Andheri West, Malad West, CBD Belapur, Mahim)<br />CALL 9167199555<br />LOG ON TO @coffeebydibella<br />COST Rs 850 for two</p>
<h2>Apple Pie Waffles</h2>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Apple-Pie-Waffles_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p>
<p>&gt;&gt; 1 cup flour<br />&gt;&gt; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder<br />&gt;&gt; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda<br />&gt;&gt; 2 tablespoons condensed milk<br />&gt;&gt; 2 tablespoons milk powder<br />&gt;&gt; 1 tablespoon corn flour<br />&gt;&gt; 1/4 teaspoon salt<br />&gt;&gt; 3/4 cup milk<br />&gt;&gt; 1/4 cup soft butter<br />&gt;&gt; 1/2 cup powdered sugar<br />&gt;&gt; 1/2 teaspoon lime juice<br />&gt;&gt; 1 teaspoon vanilla essence<br />&gt;&gt; A pinch of cinnamon powder</p>
<p><img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/images/2026/mar/Chef-Mahek-Mandlik_e.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p>
<h2>For the apple topping</h2>
<p>&gt;&gt; 1 apple, peeled and sliced<br />&gt;&gt; 3 tablespoons brown sugar<br />&gt;&gt; 1 tablespoon butter<br />&gt;&gt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder<br />&gt;&gt; 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped cashews<br />&gt;&gt; 2 to 3 tablespoons raisins<br />&gt;&gt; Whipped cream, to serve</p>
<h2>Method</h2>
<p>Preheat an electric waffle maker. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, corn flour and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Next, add the condensed milk, milk powder, milk, lime juice and vanilla essence. Mix well.</p>
<p>Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture to form a smooth batter. Add a pinch of cinnamon powder and mix. Pour the batter into the waffle maker, ensuring each mould is filled evenly using a full tablespoon. Cook until crisp and golden.</p>
<p>Prepare the topping by cooking the sliced apples with brown sugar, butter and cinnamon powder until soft and slightly dry. Add the chopped cashews and raisins and mix well. Top the hot waffles with the apple mixture and serve with whipped cream.</p>
<p><strong><em>Recipe courtesy: Chef Mahek Mandlik (@maheksatelier)</em></strong></p>

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