Mumbai FDA crackdown: From Poornima to K Rustom, these iconic eateries had licences suspended
1/81. Poornima Restaurant | Six decades of Udupi cuisine: Poornima Restaurant in Fort, a popular Udupi eatery near the Bombay Stock Exchange, had its food licence suspended on July 28, 2026. During an inspection, FDA officials allegedly found fungal growth, flies, dirty drains and other hygiene issues. The restaurant has served customers in south Mumbai for more than 60 years. (Image: Instagram)2/82. Parsi Dairy Farm | Over a century-old Mumbai landmark: Established in 1916, Parsi Dairy Farm is one of Mumbai's oldest dairy and confectionery brands. The FDA suspended its FSSAI licence on July 16, 2026, after inspections reportedly found fungal growth in storage areas and issues related to raw material compliance. The outlet is known for its traditional dairy products, sweets and ice creams. (Image: PTI)3/83. Noor Mohammadi Hotel | Nearly a century of Mughlai flavours: Located in Bhendi Bazaar, Noor Mohammadi Hotel has been serving Mughlai cuisine for decades and is known for its signature dishes. Its food licence was suspended in July after FDA inspections allegedly found greasy kitchen areas, unhygienic utensils and shortcomings in pest control measures. (Image: Noor Mohammadi Hotel/Instagram)4/84. Shalimar Hospitality | Long-standing Bhendi Bazaar favourite: Shalimar Hospitality, another well-known restaurant in Bhendi Bazaar, also faced FDA action. According to the regulator, the establishment failed to address 25 food safety and sanitation deficiencies flagged during earlier inspections, resulting in the suspension of its licence.5/85. Rehmania Restaurant | Popular local dining spot: Rehmania Restaurant in Umerkhadi, known for its tandoori dishes and Mughlai food, was among the establishments penalised during the FDA's inspections. Officials cited hygiene and food safety concerns while suspending its food business licence. (Image: Rehmania Restaurant/Facebook)6/86. K Rustom & Co. | Iconic ice cream parlour: K Rustom & Co., the famous Churchgate ice cream parlour known for its ice cream sandwiches, lost its food licence in early July. Surprise inspections allegedly found expired ingredients and signs of pest presence, prompting regulatory action. (Image: K Rustom and Co/Instagram)7/87. BMC Headquarters Canteen | Sealed after FDA inspection: The canteen at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters was sealed following an FDA inspection that reportedly found non-compliance with food safety norms. The contractor operating the canteen was also fined ₹50,000 as part of the action. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)8/88. KEM Hospital canteen | Licence suspended after FDA inspection: The Maharashtra FDA suspended the food business licence of the canteen operated by M/s Stany Caterers at Mumbai's King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital after an inspection on July 15 found alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms. Officials issued a stop-business notice with immediate effect after finding unhygienic conditions and non-compliance with the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act and related regulations. Four food samples—including prepared rice, mixed pulses bhaji, kabuli chana and refined sunflower oil—were collected for laboratory analysis.Continue Reading
