Film folk often have other interests as well, besides showbiz. Like running a restaurant!
Here's a quick look at stars who own restaurants.
Bastian, by Shilpa Shetty
Cuisine: Global
Shilpa co-owns Bastian in Dadar and Worli. Famous for its fresh seafood and desserts, it draws loads of food enthusiasts and celebs.
Dharam Garam, He-Man, by Dharmendra
Cuisine: North Indian
Dharmendra launched Dharam Garam and He-Man, in Karnal, Haryana.
As expected, these outlets serve hearty, earthy, robust North Indian cuisine, reflecting his rugged persona.
Indulge in Butter Chicken and Dal Makhni as you enjoy the dhaba decor which includes movie posters and other Dharmendra memorabilia.
Asha's Restaurants, by Asha Bhosle
Cuisine: Indian
The legendary singer chose to get into the restaurant business abroad, establishing successfully 14 eateries called Asha's Restaurant in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Birmingham, Manchester, Kuwait, Bahrain. They promise the finest desi khana and fun cocktails.
Someplace Else, by Bobby Deol
Cuisine: Continental
Like father, like son, Bobby Deol got into restaurants too.
Someplace Else in BKC has a cool, casual, modern mood and serves Japanese, Italian, Indian and continental food.
Neuma, by Karan Johar
Cuisine: Continental
This Colaba space in Mumbai reflects Karan's flair for design and entertainment.
Known for its glam atmosphere, it is popular with B-Town folks for its take on contemporary dining. Expect to eat dishes like lamb shanks, poached salmon, edamame black rice, vodka panna cotta with berry sorbet.
Scarlett House, by Malaika Arora
Cuisine: Indian, Continental
The sunny, happy Bandra rustic eatery located in an old Portuguese bungalow reflects Malaika's classic style and has simple but chic interiors and a diverse fusion-ish menu of dishes that Malla likes.
Solaire, by Sanjay Dutt
Cuisine: Global
Munnabhai likes to feed people too.
Inspired by his roots and his travels, the elegant restaurant, that recently opened at the Grand Hyatt, Kalina, serves global cuisine -- a bit of French, some Middle Eastern, a bunch of Mediterranean, a little Italian and plenty of Indian. And a lively range of cocktails.
Dragonfly Experience, by Badshah
Cuisine: Pan-Asian
Nestled inside The Orb at JW Marriott, Andheri, the expansive 8,000-square-foot venue by the rapper dazzles guests with its striking central feature -- a soaring bar that stretches from floor to ceiling.
Badmaash, by Mouni Roy
Cuisine: Indian
Said to reimagine classic Indian cuisine, giving it a modern upgrade, the Andheri restaurant is Mouni's 6th.
Avocado Bhel, Mounilicious, Mushroom Milagu... Many of the dishes are what Mouni calls 'a luxurious twist on Indian street food.'
Prithvi Cafe, by Kunal Kapoor
Cuisine: North India, Continental
Begun in 1983, the cosy Juhu cafe beside the famed theatre had evolved into a beloved meeting spot for artists and dreamers alike.
Its menu brims with comforting favourites -- Apple Cinnamon Muffins, Cheese Parathas, Amritsari Masala Kulchas and more.
Cafe Basilico, by Ayesha Takia And Farhan Azmi
Cuisine: Mediterranean and European
One of the first Mumbai eating spots to offer Mediterranean delights, elegant pastas, soups, roulades, freshly-baked breads/pita/lavash and dips, the jointly owned Ayesha Takia-Farhan Azmi wood interiors Colaba restaurant started a trend.
Torii, by Gauri Khan
Cuisine: Latin-Asia
Shah Rukh Khan's missus launched the swanky Torii in Bandra, offering a chic dining experience in this trendy Mumbai neighbourhood.
Mercii, by Arpita Khan Sharma
Cuisine: European
Salman Khan's sis' Mercii -- spread across 9,000 sq ft, with a centrepiece bar, a cosy feel created mainly by the artificial skylights that also offer night stars -- has quickly turned into a celebrity favourite.