Start your day with a breakfast at Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR), an iconic restaurant in Bangalore that serves delicious traditional South Indian dishes such as Masala Dosas, Idlis and Kesari Bath. Founded in 1924, MTR offers a unique food experience in a simplistic and charming ambiance. Make sure to try their signature dish, the Rava Idli, a delicious blend of semolina and spices.
For lunch, head to Vidyarthi Bhavan, a legendary restaurant that has been serving crispy Masala Dosas for over 75 years. The crispy golden brown exterior and the perfectly cooked potato filling makes it a crowd favorite. The restaurant also serves Kesari Bhath, Khara Bhath, and filter coffee making it perfect for a traditional South Indian lunch.
After a heavy lunch, take a stroll down Bangalore's famous Food Street in VV Puram, which is lined up with food stalls serving various snacks and desserts. Be sure to try the popular Gulkand with Mishri, a sweet and tangy blend of rose petals and sugar candy. Other must-tries include the Dabeli, Jalebi, and Paddu.
For breakfast on your second day, head to Brahmin's Coffee Bar, a quaint and simple eatery that is famous for its mouth-watering Khali Dosa, Vada, and Filter Coffee. The restaurant is known to have no artificial flavors added to their food and the coffee is filtered perfectly to give an authentic taste.
For lunch, head back to MTR to try their lunch menu consisting of Thali meals that include Puliyogare, Rasam, and Curd Rice. The eatery follows the same traditional recipe as it was founded using authentic ingredients giving a nostalgic and fulfilling experience.
End the day by going back to Food Street in VV Puram, this time for dinner. Indulge in delicious chaats from popular stalls like VB Bakery, Shivanna Gulkand Center, and Srinivasa Brahmin's Cafe. The night market sets the perfect ambiance for a wonderful experience in Bangalore.
If you have more time, visit the Bangalore Fort, Nandi Temples, and Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace. Bangalore is also famous for its microbreweries, so don't forget to check those out. If you have less time, skip Brahmin's Coffee Bar and repeat Vidyarthi Bhavan or visit Brahmin's Cafe known for South Indian snacks.