2-Day Foodie Itinerary in Bangalore

  1. Day 1: Breakfast at MTR
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Bangalore Palace

    Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at MTR. Their signature dish is the Masala Dosa - a crispy rice and lentil pancake filled with a spiced potato filling. They also serve other delicious delicacies like Rava Idli, Vada, and Kesari Bath. The restaurant has a vintage interior and has been serving delicious food since 1924.

  2. Day 1: Lunch at Nagarjuna Restaurant
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from MTR

    Head to Nagarjuna Restaurant for lunch. This restaurant is famous for its Andhra-style cuisine, especially the spicy Andhra-style Biriyani. Other must-try dishes include Mutton Pepper Fry, Gongura Chicken, and Natu Kodi Pulusu. The ambiance is simple and the service is quick and efficient, making it a popular spot for lunch.

  3. Day 1: Masala Chai at Brahmin's Coffee Bar
    20 minutes (5.3 km) from Nagarjuna Restaurant

    End your day with a cup of hot and spicy Masala Chai at Brahmin's Coffee Bar. This iconic coffee bar has been serving traditional South Indian filter coffee and snacks since 1965. Their Masala Chai is a must-try - it's brewed with fresh spices and has a strong flavor. Other popular snacks include the vada, idli, and khara bun.

  4. Day 2: Breakfast at Vidyarthi Bhavan
    15 minutes (3.9 km) from Brahmin's Coffee Bar

    Start your second day with breakfast at Vidyarthi Bhavan, a 75-year-old restaurant famous for serving the best Masala Dosa in Bangalore. Other must-tries include their Kesari Bath, Rava Vada, and Filter Coffee. The restaurant has a simple interior and is usually crowded, but the food is worth the wait.

  5. Day 2: Lunch at Koshy's
    20 minutes (4.8 km) from Vidyarthi Bhavan

    Head to Koshy's for a late lunch. This iconic restaurant has been serving Bangaloreans since 1940 and is famous for its English breakfast and bakery items. Their Fish and Chips, Mutton Stew, and Kerala Fried Prawns are highly recommended. The ambiance is colonial and has a vintage vibe.

  6. Day 2: Dinner at Nagarathna
    10 minutes (1.1 km) from Koshy's

    End your trip with a delicious dinner at Nagarathna. This vegetarian restaurant is famous for its South Indian thali. The thali meal includes various curries, rice, chapati, papad, and a sweet dessert. The service is quick, and the food is flavorful and satisfying.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • MTR (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Nagarjuna Restaurant (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Brahmin's Coffee Bar (30 minutes, INR 50)
  • Vidyarthi Bhavan (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Koshy's (1 hour, INR 700)
  • Nagarathna (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore other popular food spots in Bangalore like CTR, Chinita, and VV Puram Food Street. If you have less time, you can skip the morning breakfast spots or combine lunch and snacks in one place. Make sure to carry cash as some of these restaurants do not accept cards.

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