BANDRA BORN

Mumbai

Modern Indian Cuisine

22th Dec. 2025

Chef Gresham Fernandes

Chef Gresham Fernandes is the Culinary Director at Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality and one of Mumbai’s most respected voices in contemporary European cuisine. An Andheri-born chef, he is also the co-owner of the iconic Salt Water Café, Bandra, a restaurant celebrated for its enduring appeal and comforting, familiar flavours. A graduate of Rizvi College of Hotel Management, Gresham began his career with The Leela before joining Riyaaz Amlani’s Salt Water Grill in 2004, steadily rising through the ranks on merit. Over the years, he has played a key role in shaping menus, training teams, designing kitchens and driving the creative direction across several of Impresario’s restaurant brands.

Known for his philosophy of “complex simplicity,” Chef Gresham focuses on honest, well-executed food that patrons return to time and again. Alongside his culinary work, he is deeply engaged with issues of sustainability, minimising food waste and supporting Indian farmers through thoughtful sourcing practices. A hands-on chef-administrator, Gresham balances creativity with consistency, making him a defining force behind some of Mumbai’s most loved dining destinations.

Chef Gresham Fernandes

Chef Gresham Fernandes is the Culinary Director at Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality and one of Mumbai’s most respected voices in contemporary European cuisine. An Andheri-born chef, he is also the co-owner of the iconic Salt Water Café, Bandra, a restaurant celebrated for its enduring appeal and comforting, familiar flavours. A graduate of Rizvi College of Hotel Management, Gresham began his career with The Leela before joining Riyaaz Amlani’s Salt Water Grill in 2004, steadily rising through the ranks on merit. Over the years, he has played a key role in shaping menus, training teams, designing kitchens and driving the creative direction across several of Impresario’s restaurant brands.

Known for his philosophy of “complex simplicity,” Chef Gresham focuses on honest, well-executed food that patrons return to time and again. Alongside his culinary work, he is deeply engaged with issues of sustainability, minimising food waste and supporting Indian farmers through thoughtful sourcing practices. A hands-on chef-administrator, Gresham balances creativity with consistency, making him a defining force behind some of Mumbai’s most loved dining destinations.

The Restaurant

Bandra Born is a vibrant restaurant and bar in Bandra West, Mumbai, created by chef Gresham Fernandes as a celebration of the neighbourhood’s rich culture, heritage, and unmistakable swagger. Rooted in local flavours and memories, the menu offers bold, umami-driven dishes that reimagine familiar favourites with a modern edge.

The experience goes beyond food, with inventive cocktails, a buzzing bar, and art-filled interiors inspired by Bandra’s streets, music, and creative spirit. Energetic yet welcoming, Bandra Born brings together great food, great drinks, and a strong sense of place—capturing the true essence of Bandra in every detail.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM | 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM

The Restaurant

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM | 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM

DLC Accolades presented by DLC Global Entrepreneurs Community.

Bandra Born, Mumbai, recognised in the DLC Guide Mumbai 2025 Listing.

Bandra Born is a distinguished dining destination where modern Indian cuisine is celebrated through inventive techniques and flavourful execution. With menus curated by Chef Gresham Fernandes, the restaurant offers thoughtfully crafted dishes that reinterpret regional Indian flavours with contemporary finesse in a sophisticated dining environment