'Bad Food, Rats Roaming Around': Mumbaikars Divided Over Colaba’s Iconic Cafe Mondegar’s Licence Suspension By FDA Chief Tukaram Mundhe
Colaba’s iconic Cafe Mondegar has found itself at the centre of a heated conversation after the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suspended its licence following a food-safety inspection. While the restaurant has been a familiar name in Mumbai’s dining and nightlife scene for decades, the action has triggered sharply different reactions online, with some expressing disappointment and…
Colaba's renowned Cafe Mondegar has recently seen its licence suspended by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA), after an inspection highlighted numerous food safety and hygiene issues. This decision has sparked a divide among Mumbai residents, with some expressing disappointment and others deeming the action as long overdue.
The inspection, overseen by FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe, revealed several alarming concerns. Hot food was found to be below the required temperature of 60°C, while cold storage temperatures were not kept below 5°C. The inspection also uncovered problems with food thawing and cooling practices, as well as inadequate cooling of cooked food, raising doubts about safe food handling and storage.
Moreover, the FDA noted issues with the physical state of the food preparation area, including moisture damage to the flooring and poor drainage near the kitchen. These conditions could potentially lead to cross-contamination risks. Additionally, kitchen equipment was found to be inadequately cleaned and sanitized, posing further food safety risks.
These findings led to the suspension of Cafe Mondegar's licence. The news has left some Mumbaikars nostalgic, while others have welcomed the broader food safety drive.
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