Prestigious Pan-Asian restaurant and bar, Eight, is now open in Pune's Mall of Millennium, proudly introduced by Bellona Hospitality. The restauarant, owned by Prashant Issar', is inspired by the Chinese number eight, which is said to bring luck and wealth, and it adopts the Japanese Izakaya eating style. It offers an immersive dining experience, with a diverse menu featuring dishes from Canton, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Japan, and lesser-known regions of China. Highlights include 15 types of sushi, Cantonese dim sums, tempura, curries, and woks, alongside innovative creations like Japanese Eggplant Tobanjan and Chicken Bok Choy Peking Dumpling. For vegetarians, meticulously crafted options such as Tofu & Eggplant in Black Bean Claypot and Truffle Edamame are available, while signature dishes include Steamed Indian Salmon and Jasmine Smoked Pork Ribs.
Eight provides a wide range of teas, crafted beverages, and signature cocktails, offering a unique blend of Eastern and Western flavors. The interior blends Asian elegance with modern sophistication, featuring artistic Asian seating, stained wood railings, faux stone walls, and hand-painted calligraphy. Eight aims to captivate Pune's gastronomic scene by providing a refined space where each dish narrates a story.