Janu by Blondie is the newest addition to Bastian Hospitality's growing portfolio, co-owned by actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra and restaurateur Ranjit Bindra, opened its doors in Juhu on July 15.

Can a vegetarian café make you forget that it's vegetarian? And can a menu inspired by memories from across India feel fresh without trying too hard? Those were the questions I walked into Janu by Blondie with.

The newest addition to Bastian Hospitality's growing portfolio, co-owned by actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra and restaurateur Ranjit Bindra, opened its doors in Juhu on July 15. Positioned as the sister café to Blondie in Khar, Janu takes familiar Indian comfort food, gives it a modern presentation and wraps it inside a vibrant, cheerful space that feels unapologetically Indian.

A café wrapped in colour and nostalgia

The first thing that grabs your attention is the energy. Shades of the signature Janu blue run through the interiors, while colourful murals inspired by Indian folklore brighten almost every corner. Vintage-inspired décor, playful artwork and cosy seating make the café feel relaxed rather than overly polished.