Despite being an IT hub, Bangalore is also home to the best cafes and bars in India. From traditional Indian food and authentic south Indian dishes to continental and fusion food or even just the perfect brewed coffee- Bangalore cafes have a lot of things rolled into one to serve every taste bud. Whether you are catching up with your friends for those never-ending conversations, want to get over a long day at work, or just celebrate or chill out with a quick round of drinks, the city has exactly what you are looking at, stack away in some corner or another. Though the party places in Bangalore are not a new trend, an array of cafes and bars have opened here to cater to your every mood like breakfast, morning meals, brunches, and more.
Bangalore is definitely one of the most happening cities in the country. It has its fair share of places where you can find a café, ultra-romantic restaurants, or the most buzzing breweries around the corner to make your day special. Here, we have listed the top 20 soothing, quirky, and cool cafes and party venues serving both a low-cost breakfast and an expensive meal.
- Dyu Art Cafe
Dyu Art Café is one of the most popular art cafes in Bangalore especially amongst art lovers as here you would find the various artworks of globally renowned artists with delicious food. Basically, it is an old bungalow converted into an open vintage café that still has maintained its old-world charm with gabled roofs and open courtyards. With traditional décor such as lamps, hanging green plants like chandeliers, and eco-friendly utensils, this Portuguese-style café has an ambience pleasing that gives you a homely environment. Dyu Art Café must be on your bucket list. Click here to book now
Approximate Cost for Two: ₹700
Location: 5th Block, Koramangala
Timing: 10 am to 10.30 pm from Tuesday to Sunday and 12 noon to 10.30 pm on Monday
Must-Have: Veg Burger, Chocolate Cake, Pasta, Banoffee pie, Fish Florentine, and Chicken melt sandwich
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- The Hole in the Wall Cafe
The Hole in the Wall Café is known for its extensive and diversified menus that include waffles, all-day breakfast, continental, American, and Italian cuisines, and even delicious desserts served throughout the day. The café has been voted as the No. 1 breakfast spot in Bangalore and has received immense praise and fame from locals as well as outsiders. This two-story café has a raw-touch interior with twinkling lights, polished wooden tables, and indoor plants to adorn the décor. It is amongst the most loved cafés to eat and relax in Bangalore. Click here to book now
Approximate Cost for Two: Rs. 600
Location: 8th Main Road, 4th Block, Koramangala
Timing: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, and on Saturdays and Sundays closes at 4:00 PM.
Must-Have: Triple Chocolate Pancake, Grape Juice, Mr. Hole’s Eggless Breakfast, Mixed Sauce Pasta, and any of their set breakfasts.
- Matteo Coffea
If you are looking for ‘home-made’ taste, go to Matteo Coffea where you can chill with friends over a cup of coffee while sitting on a cosy armchair. The café is known for serving authentic and the most unusual varieties of coffee using top-quality Arabica beans and desserts such as muffins and doughnuts of diverse flavors. The café with super delicious and varied items has won the hearts of coffee connoisseurs.
Approximate Cost for Two: Approx Rs. 600
Location: CHM Road, Indiranagar
Timing: 10 am to 11 pm for 7 days
Must-Have: Hot Cocoa, Chocolate Espresso, White Sauce Creamy Pasta, White Sauce Creamy Pasta, and Shakerato.
- Cafe Noir
Cafe Noir’s amazing French food and interior portray the French culture and art that make you feel that you will be right on the streets of Paris. You can also opt for the outside dining area and enjoy various French classics like quiche, crepes, and decadent desserts with live music when the weather is pleasant. The café surely stands out amongst the horde of cafes in Bangalore. Click here to book now
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 1500
Location: The café is available in multiple locations – VR Mall, UB City Mall, International Airport, and Vittal Mallya Road.
Timing: From 10:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Must-Have: Watermelon Mocktail, Burgers, Mushroom Pasta, Creme Brulee, Coffee, Pizza, Prawns tempura, Sandwich, and Creme Brulee.
- Monkey Bar
If you are talking about the best pubs in Bangalore, you can’t miss the Monkey Bar, the first gastro-pubs in the country whose menu is inspired from all over the world. With multiple outlets across the country, it offers a number of breakfast items including kick-ass burgers and a Cuban sandwich as a specialty to gorge on that will make you fall in love. Here, you can also give a desi touch to your breakfast.
Approximate Cost for Two: Rs. 700 for two
Location: Diagonally Opposite SBI Bank, Indiranagar
Timing: 12:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Must-Have: The Breakkie Burger Bang, Butterfly Chicken, Cheesecake, Railway Masala Omelette, Dabeli, Veg Nachos, Fish, Pandi Curry, and Keema Pav.
- Atta Galatta
Atta Galatta is the library-cum-café designed as a typical bookstore and known for organizing seminars, workshops, stage plays, and just for reading books apart from serving lip-smacking food. Here you can enjoy a diverse collection of Hindi, English, Telegu, Malayalam, and Kannada books while chewing shakes and fries. Click here to book now
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 200
Location: 5th Block, Koramangala
Timing: 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Must-Have: Chicken Burger, French Fries, Shakes, and Masala Pav.
- Glen’s Bakehouse
Glen’s Bakehouse is one of the best late night cafes in Bangalore that offers a variety of modern delicacies for lunch, desserts, and baked items on a lazy weekend. The café has presently three outlets at prominent locations in Bangalore which are known for serving freshly baked bread, yummy cheesecakes, almond mud pies, and red velvet cupcakes. Its pleasant ambiance, homely environment, and kind staff will surely leave an impression on its customers.
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 800
Location: Indiranagar, Whitefield, Ashok Nagar, 6th Block, Koramangala, 5th Block, Jayanagar.
Timing: 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM for all seven days
Must-Have: Cheesecake, Cheesy Béchamel Pasta, Red Velvet Cake, and Buffalo Chicken Salad.
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- Cafe D’Hide
Café D’Hide is a small and simple café known for serving varieties of pizza and mocktails. The wall of the café is designed with brick that is coated with white and green color paint. The wonderful comfy wooden furniture adorns its interior.
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 600
Location: Koramangala
Timing: 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Must-Have: Irish Frape, Peri Peri King Fries, and Hummus Bil Ma Lahme,
- Tea Villa Café
Tea Villais the most popular chain of cafes in Bangalore which gives priority to customer satisfaction. Their menu has endless items ranging from baked Belgian waffles and bizarre coffees to hundreds of different types of teas from across the world.
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 900
Location: 4th Block, Jayanagar
Timing: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Must-Have: Coffee, Pancakes, Pasta, and Nutella Waffle.
- Truffles
Truffles is one of the best-budgeted cafes in Bangalore offering a wide range of items including lasagna, steaks, pizzas, kinds of pasta, burgers, and even sizzlers. Quirky wall art reflecting a dynamic look, paintings, and lamps are beautifully decorated in the café.
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 800
Location: New Bel Road, Koramangala, and other multiple locations
Timing: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Must-Have: Banoffee Pie, FCUK Chicken, Jalapeno Poppers, Hochpoch Sundae All American, Devil’s Chicken, Cheeseburger, Fish Steaks, Hot Chocolate, King Caesar Salad, and jalapeno Wraps
- Smoke House Deli
Smoke House Deli is an elegant and premiere café in Bangalore known for its European cuisine. Though the prices are quite expensive, its menu includes a variety of delicacies like pancakes, burgers, noshes, pasta, and exquisite cocktails as well that give you a unique dining experience.
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 1500
Location: Whitefield, Lavelle Road, and Indiranagar.
Timing: 9:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Must-Have: Spinach Ravioli, Tiramisu, Peri Peri Chicken, and Mozzarella Fritters.
- Little Green Café
If you are a health-conscious guy, this Little Green Café is perfect suits you as it specializes in serving low-calorie healthy food items. Here you can ask for low-calorie variants even for sandwiches, pasta, and pizza. Surfing the internet using free Wi-Fi, enjoy your healthy meal in the little green café.
Approximate Cost for Two: 900
Location: Shanthala Nagar
Timing: 9 am to 10.30 pm
Must-Have: Thai Curry, Mushroom Cappuccino, Bombay Sandwich, and Mezze Platter.
- Cafe Terra
Cafe Terra is another best book café for all book lovers in Bangalore. Its tranquil ambiance allows spending some quality moments of solitude with your loved ones. The café has an awesome collection of books and magazines along with a variety of dishes.
Approximate Cost for Two: ₹550
Location: Double Road, Indiranagar
Timing: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Must-Have: Noodles, Waffles, Garlic Bread, and Pasta
- Bob’s Bar
Bob’s Bar is a small and charming pub having both indoor and outdoor seating options. Its fully stocked bar and affordable menus make it a favorite amongst locals. The best thing about this bar is that it also welcomes the LGBTQIA+ community.
Approximate Cost for Two: ₹1100 for two
Location: Doopanahalli, Indiranagar,
Timing: 11:30 am – 11:59 pm
Must-Have: Cheesecake, Murgh Ghee Roast, Masala Peanuts, Mutton Chops, and Pepper Chicken
- Sly Granny
Sly Granny is also one of the best bars in Bangalore where you can enjoy house special cocktails, whiskeys, wines, and vodkas. Here you can enjoy the multitude of drinks as the bar is known for its drinks. Some interesting drinks include spiced rum with tea and berries, Brixton Smash, Chase & Status blend with lemon juice, scotch, honey, Laphroaig, and Strider.
Approximate Cost for Two: ₹2050
Location: Indiranagar
Timing: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am
Must-Have: Tacos
- Toit
Toit, a legendary brewpub and a reversion to the beer-ale-pub culture would be the first suggestion for beer lovers. It has delish cuisines, and drinks and even has its own vast beer tanks that certainly never disappoint you. You always have to book a table in advance whether you going to just chill out or attend a brewery tour hosted by Toit as its three-storey outlet is always filled with people.
Approximate Cost for Two: ₹2100
Location: 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar
Timing: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am
Must-Have: Nachos, Stuffed Zucchini, Chicken Burger, Pasta, Beef Lasagna, and Cheesecake Fish
- LOFT38
LOFT38 is known for its wonderful interior, loft-style architecture, and superb crowd. Located on the city’s busiest street, this bar is a favourite place for all clubbers and artist.
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 2500
Location: Indiranagar
Timing: 12:30 PM to 11:30 PM and till 1 AM on Friday and Saturday
- High Ultra Lounge
As per its name, this High Ultra Lounge let you explore a thrilling view of 430 ft above the ground. It is one of the best pubs and bars in Bangalore known for its Pan-Asian delicacies. You have to reserve the table in advance to enjoy its delicious food in its great ambiance that gives you an unforgettable worthwhile experience.
Approximate Cost for Two: ₹2600
Location: World Trade Centre, Brigade Gateway Campus, Malleshwaram
Timing: 12:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Must-Have: Pad Thai Noodle, Jumbo Prawns, Fish, Dimsum, Sushi Platter, and Pasta
- TherPUP – A Dog Café
TherPup is also known as the Dog Café where you can have your loving puppies to make your outing more special and memorable. You can play with these little dogs while enjoying your food. You can also bring your own dog. The café has a special menu for pups as well.
Approximate Cost for Two: INR 700
Location: Whitefield
Timing: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Must-Have: Sandwich, Fries, Nachos, and Pizza.
- Koshy’s
Koshy’s is one of the best breakfast places in Bangalore where you will be served several delicates from English to North Indian that include a variety of egg dishes, and some readymade items like sandwiches, and cutlets at an affordable price. Click here to book now
Approximate Cost for Two: Rs. 400
Location: St Mark’s Road
Timing: 9 am onwards
Must-Have: Spanish Omelette
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Conclusion
Indeed, with dozens of cafes and discotheques to dine at, Bangalore is one of the coolest places in India that will never let you run out of options and also offers the best and most unique hangout experience. So, choose as per your preference and chill out with your loved ones the next time you are in Bangalore.
FAQ
Being a hub of clubs and bars, you will never run out of options in Bangalore. Here are some best bars where you will find the different genres of music and youth crowd: Nolimmits Lounge & Club, XU – The Leela Palace, Boho Koramangala, Opus, Indigo XP, Gillys Redefined, and Ice – Vivanta By Taj – Mg Road.
Bhaji with Filter Kaapi, Mangalore Buns, and Dal Obbattu.
Area 78, House Of Commoms, B-Hive, and Hakuna Matata.
