The Leopold Cafe was founded in 1871 by Iranis (a term used for Zoroastrians in Mumbai who arrived in India in the 19th century, as opposed to "Parsis") and named after King Leopold of the Belgians. Leopold Cafe is a historic restaurant and bar in Colaba, Mumbai, serving Indian and international cuisine. Learn about its history, menu, location, timing, and nearby accommodation options. Touted as the oldest café in India, Leopold Café sits snugly within the labyrinthine streets of Mumbai’s Colaba Causeway. Here, history whispers through colonial-era buildings, and modernity pulses through swarming crowds. Leopold Café, a landmark institution in Colaba, is a pub that started in 1871 and still has an ambience reminiscent of those older days. A must-visit for travellers who want a quintessential Mumbai pub experience
