From Celebrity Hangout to Shutdown: Iconic Cafe Faces Food Safety Heat
What Happened
Mumbai’s 100+ year-old Olympia Coffee House in Colaba has had its food licence suspended by the Maharashtra FDA after an inspection found serious hygiene issues. Officials reported cockroaches and flies, meat-blood residue in refrigerators, a urinal in the food storage area, unclean water, and poor food-handling practices. The cafe had recently gained attention after visits by Hollywood stars including Matt Damon and Tom Holland.
Key Takeaways
The action is part of Maharashtra’s wider crackdown on food safety ahead of the festive season. Olympia cannot prepare, store, or sell food until violations are fixed and the establishment clears a fresh inspection. The case is a reminder that even iconic eateries are not exempt from food safety rules.