Mumbai's iconic Parsi cafe, Jimmy Boy, located near Horniman Circle in Fort, has ceased operations due to the deteriorating condition of the Vikas Building, where it was housed. The closure comes just before the cafe was set to celebrate its 100th anniversary in September.

The closure was prompted by a notice issued by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on June 21, 2025, which declared the Vikas Building as dangerous and at risk of collapse. The notice, issued under Section 354 of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, instructed all occupants to vacate the four-story building immediately and for the owners to demolish it. This action followed a call to the BMC disaster control cell on the evening of June 20, reporting the building's dangerous condition and the likelihood of it collapsing.

A structural audit report, submitted a year prior, had recommended urgent repairs to the building, but these were not carried out. A more recent assessment by Mahimtura Consultants categorized the building under the most dangerous grade, deeming it unfit for habitation and requiring immediate evacuation and demolition. The report indicated that the building's load-bearing walls, columns, beams, and slabs were severely damaged due to corrosion and age-related wear and tear. Upon inspection, authorities found major cracks on the east side wall of the Vikas Building. For safety reasons, the building was vacated.

Jimmy Boy was a culinary landmark in South Mumbai, known for its Parsi cuisine such as Pallonji's, berry pulao, dhansak, and kheema pav. The restaurant was a popular spot for its Keema Pav, Brun Maska, Mava Cakes, and Irani chai. The eatery was a home away from home for many patrons who flocked for the hot berry pulao and decadent dhansak.

While the Fort location has closed, Jimmy Boy will continue to operate its takeaway services from its Mahim branch and supply baked goods to other locations.