Dhobitalao ("Washerman's Lake") is a neighborhood in the city of Mumbai (formerly Bombay) in India.

The lake used to be fed by a number of underground freshwater springs, which were recently uncovered while constructing the subway in the locality.

The north-eastern part of Dhobitalao is called Cavel, from the Koli name Kolwar.

Cavel became a Christian enclave, and later immigrants of this religion, from Goa, Daman, Bassein and Salsette settled here.

[1] Dhobitalao is home to the highest number of kudds, Goan clubs that house migrants from Goan villages seeks opportunities and employment in Mumbai.