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by urbanaut A self-described “living lab” - Bangalore Creative Circus is a delightful hub of creativity, sustainability, excellent experiences and workshops, kid-friendly activities and a great cafe to boot. While the distance from central Bangalore is long, it’s well worth a visit especially for those with young kids, or people looking to engage in something creative and different. They have a ton of regular events and workshops so book yourself for one and go for it!
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by urbanaut The most beloved bar that shut down for years brings its magic back to the centre of town. With a pretty impressive cocktail program, and the signature delicious bites that everyone loved Monkey Bar for - as well as an awesome outdoor area (if the noise of traffic isn’t too crazy) - you’re well advised to visit - repeatedly!
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by urbanaut In a great example of product led growth (in the non-tech sense), Kawaii is an unassuming looking cafe serving Japanese ‘mochi’ ice-cream. If you visit their Instagram page you’ll be thrown into some seemingly incomprehensible gen-z content, but their dessert quality is 👌👌
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by urbanaut Cantonese and thai bites in a ‘social club’ setting that may actually be worth the name - Muro promises to be a welcome addition to the Bangalore nightlife scene. Olive green tones, plush seating, a buzzing bar area - here’s a good reason to dress up and hit the town.
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by urbanaut Mysteriously named ZLB23 on Instagram, this is the speakeasy at the Leela Palace hotel. Glamorous interiors, soft jazz, live music and international bar takeovers characterise this velvet venue. If you’re a craft cocktail aficionado, and you appreciate a slow-burn evening, then make your way to Zia’s.
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by urbanaut Those in the know, know that Coffee Mechanics know (phew!) what they’re doing. While the company initially brewed batches of coffee beans and sold it to other businesses/for home consumption, they realized how great their quality was clearly and brought that signature attention to detail to their cafe, Kana. An aesthetic, genuinely eye-pleasing space, incredible coffee, wood-fired pizzas and more await you at Kana - it’s worth the trip if you live far away.
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by Map My Stories An award-winning restaurant - the result of a 20,000 km culinary journey across Karnataka - Oota was launched after a two-year research project by a team of two chefs, two writers and a video crew who travelled 100 days to capture the real taste of Karnataka.
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by urbanaut Nothing beats a bowl of warm, soupy ramen to go with Bengaluru’s weather! With only eight seats available at a time, Naru is a unique 'ramen on tap’ concept conceptualised by Chef Kavan Kuthappa (ex culinary head of Toit Brewpub and Permit Room). Getting this Japanese working man’s delicacy right takes nuance, skill and perfection but Naru Noodle Bar ticks off all the boxes and more with experimental ingredients, inspiration from other cuisines and the perfect host to make your ramen meal truly memorable 🍜
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by urbanaut Cute date spot and lovely for brunches as well - this cozy little bar and restaurant never fails to deliver and is a favourite with locals
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by urbanaut Third Wave sources single origin coffee from various estates across South India. They roast the beans in house and serve fresh coffee.
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by urbanaut With a menu curated by a Burmese couple, Societe Rangoon is an authentic, seasonally changing, vegetarian-friendly space serving (you guessed it), Burmese cuisine but also other Asian favourites. Fermentation forward, with delicious yet delicate flavours, it’s worth making the trip to JP Nagar for this (if you don’t live there already, of course).
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by urbanaut An organic farm-to-table cafe started by Sarah (aka copper and cloves), who’s gained a wonderful reputation for her culinary expertise and organic/healthy-eating lifestyle. Her cafe in Indiranagar has leafy plants, a wonderfully curated menu and a perfect atmosphere for a cuppa and some work.
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by urbanaut Bangalore is the country’s coffee hub - given its close proximity to the coffee growing regions of Coorg and Chikmagalur. In a city of unabashed coffee snobs, Benki has established itself as the place where coffee connoisseurs go to get their coffee. They also sell high-quality coffee equipment if you’d like to stock up your house with professional coffee gear. It’s worth the trip to Jayanagar to get a cuppa at Benki. Trust us.
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by urbanaut Amiel Gourmet was a labour of love for French Chef Amiel Guerin– and Bangalore fell head over heels for it. While Amiel's UB city haunt is widely known among discerning diners, he has now opened virtual doors, delivering sumptuous gourmet cuisine across the city. Think Mezze platters, soft macaroons, wild mushroom risotto and classic apple Tatin. Yeah, our mouths are watering, too.
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by urbanaut Dittoo is your answer to the conundrum of how to snarf down ice creams when you’re vegan, lactose-intolerant or generally health-conscious. They have some pretty bold flavours — there’s toffee in a tub, dates-based scoops and a coconut milk-meets-flowers concoction that were curious about.
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by urbanaut Baker Anutha Shetty comes in clutch when it comes to “extra-large decadent cookies that are worth indulging in”. Hit her up for salted caramel, dark chocolate or Nutella variants because they sell like hot cakes. If you’d rather take part in the process, get some cookie dough from her to bake at home, or pitch some out-of-the-box ideas at her for personalised goodies.
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by Map My Stories A cafe and “art bar” that celebrates ceramics and pottery through their workshops, events and artisan ceramic shop.
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by urbanaut Crafted to remind you of a lavish Tuscan villa (even though you’ve stepped in from the chaos of MG road), Lupa is a labour of love and extraordinary detail by Chef Manu Chandra. Global food that’s excellent (and hard to pin down), fantastic service and a really stellar ambience in the centre of town - Lupa deserves the hype and is the kind of restaurant Bangalore desperately needs. Hat tip to the chef/owner.
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by Map My Stories A green communal space housing an organic stores, indie brands for fashion & decor, salons and art studios. Also includes an on-site farm to table restaurant.
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by Map My Stories An earthen farm-to-table restaurant and bakery focused on traditional processes. Their menu is European and is sourced from their own USDA-Organic certified farm in Kalrayan Hills (Tamil Nadu)
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by urbanaut Farm Lore is a restaurant that Bangalore has deserved for a while. A progressive, ingredient forward dining experience where the focus is on discovering and rediscovering “locavore” traditions. They have multi-course degustation menus starting at ₹5000 per person and it’s Bring Your Own Wine for the time-being (and they’ll tell you what wine you could pair the day’s menu with). The menu changes often and varies with the season.
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by urbanaut Authentic Japanese Food in the heart of the city - highly recommend this spot. You know it’s the real thing when the Japanese residents of the city dine here.
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by urbanaut A beautiful cafe and roastery with coffee from Araku, accompanied by a lovely menu designed by the chef from Masque, Bombay, and artwork from Tarq Gallery. It has a lovely little book shop and a conference room that can be booked for meetings or private meals. They also host a barista training program in their open kitchen upstairs.
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by urbanaut Lavonne in an institution in Bangalore, both for whipping up delectable eats and for training future pastry chefs. The café is managed by the eponymous institute’s students and serves French-style pastries and bakes along with salads, pastas and the usual beverage suspects. We’d recommend starting off with desserts, to shuffle up the order of things — we think you’ll find you’d quite like to stuff yourself with that!
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by urbanaut Trendy, atmospheric cafe with fresh Vietnamese food. They also have a small selection of beer and wine - perfect for a lazy afternoon out
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by urbanaut Phenomenal southern coastal fare set in a lush garden
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by urbanaut A relaxed space in the middle of this bustling city, that offers a bunch of events, open air screenings, workshops, supper clubs and exhibitions. Keep an eye on their calendar to see what fun stuff the Courtyard crew is upto.
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by urbanaut Amazing interiors, views and ambience by Total Environment, great space to read (they have a huge collection of books lined along the walls of the interiors). Grab some tasty brewed beer, a book and listen to some mellow jazz. Perfect place to go in large crowds for some live music or even better, go alone
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by urbanaut Vintage decor, refined cocktails, plush indoor area or outdoor rooftop vibes and an experimental food menu makes Sky Granny a go-to in the centre of town
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by urbanaut Coffee Mechanics has the legacy of five generations of coffee producers backing it. The specialty coffee roasters embarked on a mission to show Bangalore what coffee is really about — from discovering their palate to braving experimentations. They value transparent and sustainable supply chains, so you can be sure that they balance both coffee-producer and drinker in their cosy tasting centre and overall mission. Get a cuppa of your new favourite single toasted coffee, and pick a bag or two to take home for brewing.
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by urbanaut A nice change from the usual bustling café, Yogisthaan provides a mellow and relaxing atmosphere, very saatvik and healthy food (check out the menu beforehand if you can so that you're not too surprised) and a good spot to work out of and not be disturbed.
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by urbanaut Simple and quiet Japanese restaurant nestled away amidst the bustle of Residency road. Visit for authentic cuisine, drinks and ambience that is both homely and refined.
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by urbanaut Those who perceive vegetarian food as limiting need to head to Green Theory. Housed in a gorgeous colonial bungalow, the eclectic cafe/ restaurant doesn’t hold back in experimentation and flavours. The carefully curated, inclusive menu is made up of seasonal dishes that perfectly balance sweet and savoury. We’re also in love with the space, which seems much like an extension of their green-first ethos — lush cascading plants and massive trees create a wonderful atmosphere to dine in. What can be more ‘Bangalore’ than that?
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by urbanaut Live music venue (one of the few surviving ones in the city) featuring experimental and upcoming artists both from India and abroad
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by urbanaut A high energy rooftop bar that has some of the best gigs in town. Special points for being one of the most inclusive spaces in the city as well.
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by urbanaut What they lack for in design - they make up for with the view. And the food. Experience the best of the glorious Bangalore weather and unpretentious charm here.
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by urbanaut Fantastic spot for Indian street and comfort food - the chaat (this is difficult to explain and is best understood if one tries it) is superlative. Stock up on sweets and snacks to take home as well.
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by urbanaut One of Bangalore’s finer examples of modern Indian architecture, this newly built convention centre hosts a series of talks, art exhibitions and film screenings.
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by urbanaut This microbrewery has great food, lots of space and a fully-stocked bar, but at the end of the day, it’s all about the beer. Arbor offers 8 different varieties of their special handcrafted beer, ranging from Belgian to Stout.
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by urbanaut Dyu Art Cafe is a local haunt frequented by students, entrepreneurs, and everyone in between. It’s set in an old Bangalorean bungalow with gorgeous wood panelling, traditional flooring and artwork on nearly every wall. The relaxed ambience is made more cosy by the shelves of books and traditional sit outs.
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by urbanaut Formerly a beloved food truck called Le Casse Croute - Paris Panini brings gourmet French street food to the decidedly non-French street of 12th main. Make your way over for fresh coffee, croissants and paninis
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by urbanaut This incredible restaurant and boutique has been around for more than 15 years - serving farm to table before that was ever a thing. Seasonal produce and menu in a charming setting
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by urbanaut Small, cute rustic pizzeria. Perfect for your pizza and shakes fix. Hand tossed pizzas with fresh sourdough bases only. There are 2 in the city. But we prefer this one coz it’s the OG.
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by urbanaut This fine dining restaurant and tea room packs a punch in the Kashmiri food department, with its calling card being Wazwan and baked goods. The fact that they fly in their ingredients straight from Kashmir is a stamp of their authenticity; the entire restaurant has been designed to feel like an experience rather than just a place to get good nosh.
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by urbanaut Named after the owner’s dog, Sunny’s has been feeding people consistently good European food since 1995. It’s the OG dining experience in Bangalore - especially for those looking for a break from Indian food
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by urbanaut Dining at Kappa Chakka Kandhari feels like paying culinary respects to Keralite home cooking and childhood memories revolving around comfort food. The menu is a work of art and research, considering it took Chef Regi Matthews 3 years (and meetings with more than 200 homemakers) to put together. It features classic dishes from all corners of Kerala, from Malabar to Syrian Christian fare, with a stamp of approval from Kerala’s home chefs being an underlying commonality. We also love the inviting atmosphere and the traditional yet modern decor throughout the restaurant.
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by urbanaut Unique health-food (vegetarian) cafe with a craft and furniture store. They use all natural ingredients and offer clever twists to Indian desserts
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by urbanaut Opulent rooftop bar with panoramic views of the city. Kaze is the current toast of the town with decadent cocktails and incredible pan-Asian food
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by urbanaut The team behind Bombay Brasserie brings you a more upscale version of their beloved restaurant right in the heart of quaint Wood Street. Set in a heritage bungalow, the indoor-outdoor vibe and eclectic decor is matched with hyper local cuisine and a focus on ingredients. Drinks in their courtyard for the win!
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by urbanaut Subtle flavours, fresh ingredients - beloved Bangalore chef Manu Chandra does it again at his newest Cantonese restaurant in the heart of the city. Authentic, yet the flavours feel familiar. The drinks and an airy yet cozy ambience (see how they did that again?) make this place a winner
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by urbanaut A homestyle kitchen run by two amazing women who cook the food of their families (Konkan and Mangalorean cuisine). They’ve won numerous accolades (deservingly) for their delicious, authentic food.
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by urbanaut Chef Duco brings his signature touch to Bangalore after cornering the Pune market. Occupying the premises of the once beloved institution Permit Room, Boteco brings a distinct new flavour to the city. Tons of tapas bites, colourful and vibrant interiors, a bright bar and an airy space makes this a favourite spot - so you’ll likely have to jostle for space on the weekends. The menu is varied and has plenty of vegetarian options - try the very popular Pão de Queijo, or the cassava and cheese croquettes. Meat eaters will be spoiled for choice - the Casquinha De Siri is a fabulous crab dish to try.
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by urbanaut Craving Mexican food in Bangalore, this is the place to go. Pssst... it’s most definitely our favourite Mexican Canteen in the city! Chef Candace also offers a new curated menu for different group sizes that you can order safely at home, as well as DIY kits for home assembly.
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by urbanaut From contemporary chic to bohemian eclectic, this collection of boutique stores will satisfy all your fashion and home decor needs. Located within a lovely 19th century bungalow, you’ll find Indian labels, kids clothes and a lovely selection of jewellery too.
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by urbanaut This homely eatery more than makes up for the lack of frills with authentic mouthwatering Korean cuisine. From the classic Bibimbap and Kimbap to the highly popular BBQ, you’ll find comfort in the sizzling hot meals served by friendly staff. There are tables and chairs to dine at, but we’d recommend choosing the low seating areas with partitions for an extra touch of authenticity. Arirang is usually packed to the rafters with regulars, so head out early.
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by urbanaut An intimate and quaint cafe and bookshop on the terrace of an old house. They have a delicious menu designed by Copper & Cloves and coffee by Third Wave Coffee Roasters. Soak in Bangalore’s old world charm while browsing through their carefully curated selected books.
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by urbanaut Doggos everywhere. Visit with your best (furry) friend or just go there to be surrounded by the gorgeous dogs that belong to the owners and the many cafe guests. This simple outdoor cafe in Whitefield is just.too.cute. On the weekends, they even have a doggy pool for some extra fun playtime.
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by urbanaut A gorgeous bungalow-turned-restaurant that serves Pan-Asian food and makes ridiculously good cocktails. The space in itself is mesmerising and the vibe, speakeasy. Brownie points for the super-quick service — if there’s any place that suggests south Bangalore is the new Indiranagar, it’s this.
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by urbanaut A lovely al fresco restaurant in an old colonial bungalow in one of Bangalore’s historic neighbourhoods. They have a simple menu with Indian and Western home-style food like tasty curries with rice, roast chicken and fried fish, and also serve up lighter options like salads and sandwiches.
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by Map My Stories Named after a quaint neighbourhood in Srinagar, Habba Kadal is an ethnic Kashmiri Fine Dining restaurant with a curated menu, shop and events.
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by urbanaut Popular Chennai based Asian eatery Nasi and Mee has garnered a loyal following in Bangalore. Make your way for unpretentious and authentic Asian food that’s easy on the pocket (and the stomach).
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by Map My Stories Named after a 28 Kilometre wide banyan tree located nearby - Italian winemaker Lucio Matricardi’s vineyard with a handpicked crew of local farmers trained in the subtle nuances of viticulture curate tours and tastings of their signature collection.
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by urbanaut Bangalore’s OG Burger Queen Mrs Kuttapa bringing joy to the city with her burgers, cutlets and mayo subs. An iconic food institution in Bangalore, she’s back in business at the age of 76!
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by urbanaut Lagom has delicious cakes and pastries that are great value for money. Run by Tazeen Kapadia, who is a trained pastry chef , and her husband Saad Siraj, everything at Lagom is made fresh and in-house with seasonal ingredients. They also make incredible custom cakes in any size. Their mini-cakes are a personal favourite for an indulgent cheat day.
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by urbanaut If you’re craving for sourdough laden with fresh olives and fragrant herbs, or light croissants that take you to Paris, there’s no better place for it than Sour House. This bakery creates pastries and artisanal bread marvels out of their studio. You’ll also find gut-friendly fermented drinks and jarred toppings and sauces if you want to go the whole hog. Their online delivery system is efficient; they also have a handy sourdough subscription system that sends you a loaf per week for a month. We’re sold on that. You can also pop by their bakery and fermentation house to watch the magic as it happens.
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by urbanaut We wouldn’t recommend scrolling through Amintiri when you’re hungry — your wallet might just take a big hit. It’s Bangalore’s go-to for decadent cakes and pastries, whatever the occasion. It’s nit your average selection, we’ll tell you that!
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by urbanaut Bangalore knows its coffee but not every coffee shop lives up to the standards they should. Not Ner.lu Cafe - no sir. Run by proper coffee folks, this hip little coffee shop in a not-very-hip part of town is a huge and hopefully permanent addition to the coffee scene in Namma Ooru.
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by urbanaut An oasis within an oasis, Rim Naam is the Thai restaurant at the Oberoi. Known for its outdoors setting and consistency under chef Tam, a meal here is great for a celebration or just to fulfil a craving. End with the coconut ice cream, a favourite.
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by urbanaut Located within the RBANMS grounds, this laid-back outdoor cafe serves excellent, excellent coffee. It’s also a lovely open space with a view of the ground, perfect for a friendly catch-up, a work day or everything in-between. They’re a pet-friendly cafe (and even offer food especially for your pets)! Go with the their classics or experiment with some of their more interesting flavours and concoctions. They definitely get their mixology right - experimenting with lemon, bitters, orange peel etc.
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by urbanaut This farm to table restaurant generates zero waste and has a innovative menu. Chef Nayantara Bagla uses seasonal veggies for a meat-free menu that is delicious and sustainable. A must visit, especially for those checking out the neighbouring Bangalore Creative Circus.
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by urbanaut A super cute neighbourhood store that provides authentic Kodava (from Coorg) coffee, snacks, jams and pickles. If you’re into civet coffee, get your fix here! The store curates authentic items like they’re prepared in the households of Coorg.
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by urbanaut For all your sourdough and pastry needs, there’s no better place to look than Krumb Kraft. We can testify that their country sourdough loaf is an instant hit, and the German bakes — including the Vollkorn and Stollen — are said to be the best in town.
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by urbanaut What’s better than a relaxed coffee bar in a heritage bungalow complex with an outdoor seating area? A wine + coffee bar. Trippy Goat Cafe wins points for stocking some esoteric wines from around the world as well as brewing great coffee. They have a charming outdoor area as well. Perfect for a date or a late coffee meeting that turns into early happy hour.
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