Food

Where can I find best Biryani in Bangalore?

Biryani, a signature dish originated by the Muslims of the Indian Subcontinent. Rice mixed with different Indian spices, and meat (chicken, mutton, lamb, fish, prawn) served hot with raitha or shorba is the most favorite dish of Indians.

Mentioned below are some of the places where you can find best biryani in Bangalore: Meghana Foods, Mani’s Dum Biryani, Donne Biryani House, Nagarjuna, Anand Dum Biryani, Nandhana Palace, Hyderabadi Biryani House, Shivaji Military Hotel.

Meghana Foods

Popularly known for Andhra-style biryani, Meghana biryani is undoubtedly famous among Bangaloreans for its most flavourful biryani in the city. With multiple outlets across the city to cater to the cravings of biryani devotees, this iconic restaurant serves plenty of delicious dishes.

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Mani’s Dum Biryani

Specialized in aromatic and flavorful biryanis, Mani's Dum Biryani is a chain of 'Biryani-only' restaurants. They serve varieties of delicious biryanis also with mouth-watering North Indian delicacies. Their authentic taste and special recipe perfectly caters the cravings of biryani lovers.

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Donne Biryani House

Donne Biryani is an authentic Karnataka flavor biryani, and as the name says, Donne Biryani House serves the most palatable chicken and mutton biryani in Bangalore. This joint is a must-visit for Biryani lovers in Bangalore. Pair their mouth-watering biryani with some raita, pepper chicken, and a glass of chilled coke to relish the savory meal.

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Nagarjuna

Known as the paradise for authentic Andhra-style food; Nagarjuna serves the most delectable Andhra biryani that is finger-licking good. The right amount of spice, flavourful rice, juicy meat, and the quantity will undoubtedly woo your taste buds. 

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Anand Dum Biryani

Know as the early morning biryani, Anand Dum Briyani is a hotspot for biryani devotees. With limited dishes on their menu, they serve delicious mutton biryani to hungry customers standing in a 1.5 km long line on a Sunday morning. Located 25 km away from Bangalore city center, many start driving around 5 am to reach this place by 6/6.30 am and stand in the Q to have some delicious mutton biryani with mutton leg soup.  

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Nandhana Palace

Without a shadow of a doubt, Nandhana Palace serves the best Hyderabadi biryani in Bangalore. The tender and juicy chicken chunks, with perfect blend spices and aromatic basmati rice, will make you drool over it.

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Hyderabadi Biryani House

Suppose you are yearning to dig into a plate of authentic Hyderabad Nizami biryani. In that case, no place can stand on par with the flavors served at the Hyderabad Biryani House. Relish your biryani in mutton and chicken variants, both of which are equally delectable and cater your tastebuds. Besides their delicious Biryani, their relatively elaborate menu has a wide range of dishes, which work as perfect sides with your biryani.

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Shivaji Military Hotel

Relish some delicious biryani at utterly pocket-friendly prices at Shivaji Military Hotel in Jayanagar. With limited chicken and mutton dishes on the menu, not-so-lavish ambiance, and appetizing biryani, this place is the icon in Bangalore's Biryani Scene. You can also munch on their Mutton Dry and Mutton Chops, which is a perfect combination with their biryani.

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Where to find best Vada Pav in Mumbai

Vada Pav, the brainchild of Ashok Vaidya, is the most favorite snack of Mumbaikars. This yummy fried vada made of spicy mashed potatoes with chutney slathered inside pavs is a go-to snack for the working class.

Here is the list of best vada pav in Mumbai; Ashok Vada Pav, Dhiraj Vada Pav, Aaram Vada Pav, Gajanan Vada Pav, Graduate Vada Pav, Shivaji Vada Pav.

Ashok Vada Pav

Located near Kirit College, this place is often crowded by Mumbaikars, as they serve the best vada pav in Mumbai for over three decades. The vada pav here is so irresistible that it drags celebrities like Madhuri Dixit and Sonu Nigam to this stall.

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Dhiraj Vada Pav

This is one of the famous joints for vada pav in Mumbai for some hot, lip-smacking vada pav. Perfectly cooked mashed potatoes stuffed in soft pavs will just melt in your mouth. This stall is also famous for butter dosas.

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Aaram Vada Pav

Feeding Mumbaikars for more than 70 years, this vada pav stall is opposite Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station. They serve a special garlic chutney with vada pav, which you cannot get anywhere in Mumbai. Though there are no proper seating arrangements here, this place is crowded as they serve you spicy hot vada pav that indulges your cravings.

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Gajanan Vada Pav

Here is another stall serving delicious Bombay vada pav since 1978; maintaining the good old tradition, they have their own chutney recipe, which will leave you yearning for more. You can also try their lip-smacking pav bhaji, misal pav, dosas, and chaats.

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Graduate Vada Pav

The family-run business for the past 20 years; Graduate vada pav has been serving over 2,000 customers every day, with their signature vada pav and some delicious chili, garlic, tamarind, and coconut chutneys. You can also try their samosa and pav bhaji, which are irresistible.

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Shivaji Vada Pav

The Nainar family runs this vada pav joint for over 35 years. Shivaji vada pav stall sells around 1000 vada pavs per day by targeting hungry, budget-constrained students. They make varieties of pavs like schezwan and cheese schezwan vada pavs, which sell like hotcakes here. This stall also has other snacks on their menu, but Vada Pav remains a cult dish till date.

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Where do you get the best desserts in Bangalore?

There is always room for dessert, isn’t it? These are some places where you get the best desserts in Bangalore to satisfy your sweet taste buds: Corner House, Glen’s BakeHouse, Smoor, Art of Delight, Lavonne, BelgYum, and Happy Belly Cakes.  

#1 Corner House

Craving for anything chocolate? Then this is the best place to awaken your taste buds as they have got the best ice creams in town. Death by Chocolate by Corner House is an iconic dessert that every Bangalorean loves. 

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#2 Glen’s Bakehouse 

Their bakes are pure bliss and make the best cupcakes and cheesecakes in town. It is an old-fashioned cafe that gives an aesthetic and soulful ambiance with mouth-watering desserts. This place is a must-visit for cheesecake lovers. 

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#3 Smoor

If you are looking for a luxurious place for desserts, then you have come to the right spot. They have a wide range of chocolate treats along with gourmet-grade cakes and macaroons. 

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#4 Art of Delight 

This place gives delight to dessert lovers due to its unique dessert menu. They serve the best salted caramel in town as well as sundaes and cheesecakes. 

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#5 Lavonne 

This premium institute also has a cafe, and the desserts at this place are irresistible and truly amazing. Any dessert lover will fall for their luxurious dessert menu and varieties of bread. Even though the place is a bit pricey, their mouthwatering dishes are worth the price.

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6 BelgYum 

A waffle lover would never miss this place as they have the best waffles in the city. Their crispy waffles and fresh toppings will definitely make your mouth water. They also have a pretty decent ambiance. 

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#7 Happy Belly Cakes 

Have you tried Bangalore’s most loved hot chocolate? If not, you must definitely get it from this place. You are taken to a desert voyage as they have a pretty good menu ranging from handcrafted chocolates, premium cakes, pies, tarts, and so on.

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Which is the best theme restaurant in Bangalore?

Bangalore is not only about Pubs and Classy Fine-Dining restaurants; get ready for a little surprise. Visit a Themed restaurant in Bangalore; it will transport you to a different fantasy land with some scrumptious meals in a unique setting. 

Some of the best theme restaurants here are Black Pearl, Central Jail, Gufha, Two Friends Cauldron, Shakes Bierre, Robot, Stonny Brook.

Black Pearl

If you are a fan of the popular movie series, “Pirates of the Caribbean”, this restaurant is a must-visit for its theme which is based on Captain Jack Sparrow’s ship.

From staff dressed as pirates to skeleton mannequins to chairs with rib cages for back support, the ambiance at this restaurant will blow you away.

Not to forget, they also make yummy food! Take a bite of their juicy Tandoori Crabs and transport yourself to the Pirates world.

Central Jail

Experience dining behind the Bars at Central Jail, Jayanagar. Everything here strikingly resembles a real prison, except for the food, which is exceptional. 

From the staff here are dressed as policemen & prison guards to the food is served on utensils which are similar to the ones used in jails.

More than the food, it’s the atmosphere of this restaurant that gives you a thrilling experience of the central jail.

Gufha

As the name says "Gufha" is a cave-themed restaurant in The President Hotel, Jayanagar. 

The staff here are dressed like a caveman with few feathers and holding spears. This place is quite primitive, you can spot tribal masks hanging on the wall, torches for lights, plants, a fake tiger head, and much more. 

Get a glimpse of primitive life while you are munching on some delicious Mughal Mahal ki Sabzi.

Two Friends Cauldron

To all the Harry Potter fans there, visit "Two Friends Cauldron", the one and only Wizardry cafe. 

This place is about the Hogwarts theme, but there are hinds of magic elements from the book like the flying broom, shrieking shack, witches on wall art, small labeled bottles containing potions & magic stuff few boards with spell names like Alohomora, and more.

They serve regular continental foods like burgers, pasta, pizza, shakes, etc. 

Shakes Bierre

A Shakespeare-themed resto-bar; Shakes Bierre, has a vast seating space designed like a medieval watering hole with bar fights and rambunctious performances. The Roman sculptures, classical paintings, & wooden paneling completes the look here. 

They are a multi-cuisine restaurant from Mexican, Italian to Kodava, & Mughalai cuisine.

Robot

Welcome to the restaurant of the future, where smart robots replace staff in the diner. This futuristic restaurant is the brainchild of Venkatesh Rajendran, who first opened an outlet in Chennai and Coimbatore before Bangalore. 

Your entire experience here will be like a sci-fi movie, from ordering to being served by robots.

They have a delightful menu with a mix of Indian and Oriental flavors and some refreshing mocktails as a compliment.

Stonny Brook

Well, it's not always possible to escape to the mountains & dine in nature, the possible option for you is Stonny Brook. It replicates the soothing feeling of enjoying some mouth-watering meal with the stream flowing past. 

With the cobblestoned flooring, plenty of potted plants & flowers dotting the place; Stonny Brook gives off a definite naturalistic vibe.

Taste their authentic Pan-Asian food, such as Spicy Crab Meat Soup, Teriyaki Fish, Jasmine Rice, Cheesecake, and more on offer! 

Where can I find best street food in Mumbai?

Welcome to Mumbai, where Vada Pav is more popular than McD!

If you are craving to have some mouth-watering street food in Mumbai, here are some best places for you; Gulshan-e-Iran, Mervan’s, Guru Kripa, Jai Jawan, Sahibaan, Anand Dosa & Vada Pav Stall, Sardar, Qutuz.

Gulshan-e-Iran:

It is known for its delicious authentic Mughlai Dishes at maddeningly low prices. They have the best range of Mughlai specialties from the Kheema Pav to Chicken Tikka Masala and dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.

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Merwan’s:

Head over to Merwan's for some mouth-watering tea cakes, pastries, and cookies to appease your sweet tooth. Merwan's is frequently visited by Mumbaikars who come here just to collect a package of baked goodies for the home and also is a place people come to after work for an Irani chai and some freshly baked cookies.

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Guru Kripa:

The Samosa Chole is known as Mumbai’s most famous samosa. Must-try street food in Mumbai; this dish is served with a gravy of chickpea, onion, and coriander bits sprinkled on it. Taste the most delicious Samosa Chole and mouth-watering desserts at Guru Kripa.

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Jai Jawan:

Craving for some non-vegetarian food? Head to Jai Jawan for Mumbai's amazing non-veg snacks. Once you taste the juicy Tandoori Chicken here, you will become a loyal customer, as the taste can never be forgotten.

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Sahibaan:

This place is always waiting with surprises for all your Chinese cravings. Want to try some yummy Chinese starters, soups, or noodles; this place has it all. They also have outlets at Bandra, Oshiwara, and Colaba.

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Anand Dosa & Vada Pav Stall:

Craving for some south Indian Snack? Visit Anand Stall near Mithibai College. The Dosa and Vada Pav here are loved by all Mumbaikars. They have varieties of dosa here, including Jinny Dosa, Pizza Dosa, Pasta Dosa. They have some tasty Vada Pavs too. If you haven’t tasted them yet, what are you waiting for?

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Sardar:

Looking for some spicy, steamy, and tangy chats in Mumbai, head over to Sardars. Pav Bhaji is the best veg street food in Mumbai, and the taste of their legendary Pav Bhaaji is unbeatable.

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Qutuz:

Qutuz, an Iranian joint, is a savior for people who work in Malad; to sip some Irani chai and have a bit of Maska Bun. The best thing about Qutuz is it stays open all night, making it one of the best places for Street food in Mumbai.

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Where can I find best ramen in Bangalore?

The popularity of K-drama & Anime shows had a significant hike recently; which led the fans wanting to taste Ramen – the famous Korean and Japanese dish! Here are some best restaurants in Bangalore which can satisfy your Ramen cravings; Harima, Mamagoto, Taiki, The Himalayan, The Fatty Bao, Daily Sushi, Pot-O-Noodles.

Harima: One of Bangalore's oldest Japanese restaurants; has few ramen options that you can choose from. The Shoyu Ramen here has exciting flavors of Japanese food; creamy chicken broth, boiled egg, leeks, ginger soy sauce noodles with chicken, and spring onions. Harima's ambiance makes it a perfect place for dine-in.

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Mamagoto: Planning to go on a lunch date with your K-drama fans, head to Mamagoto to have some mouth-watering noodle bowl. Ramen fans have plenty of flavors to choose from Mamagoto’s exciting Ramen bowls.

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Taiki: Head to this new kid in Town! Try Taiki's Yasi Ramen with fried tofu, bamboo shoot, snake bean, and corn. Indulge in the yummy taste of the seafood ramen and chicken ramen prepared fresh, which is touched by only your hands.

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The Himalayan: Winter is almost here! Watch your favorite K-drama with some delicious bowl of Korean noodles from The Himalayan. Try the Korean Chicken Ra Myun, the Korean flat noodles loaded with juicy chunks of chicken, vegetables, and spicy soup.

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The Fatty Bao: If you just can't resist a good Pan Asian meal, then Fatty Bao would be your go-to restaurant in Bangalore. They have loads of ramen options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. Try Miso Butter Ramen with Tempura Vegetables for an authentic Japanese experience. They are shut on Mondays, but no worries, as they accept online orders on Mondays.

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Daily Sushi: For a bite of yummy ramen, head to this popular Korean restaurant for their excellent noodles bowls. Ramen lovers have a wide range of mouth-watering Ramen to choose from. Try Chicken Katsu Ramyun, the Korean flat noodles submerged in a tasty soup with chunks of juicy chicken, seaweeds, and vegetables.

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Pot-O-Noodles: We know that Ramen is slightly expensive, but this chain restaurant serves all sorts of slurpy goodness, including delicious Ramen. There’s also a Thai-inspired one if you like- Thai curried Ramen. The seafood ramen is another favorite.

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Where can I get best street food in Bangalore?

Welcome to Namma Bengaluru!

You can find the best street foods to satisfy all your cravings, veg, non-veg, chats, or whatever you feel like having. These are some places that have the best street food in Bangalore; VV Puram Food Street, Mosque Road Eat Street, Sri Sairam Chat & Juice, Rakesh Kumar Pani Puri, Fanoos, Eat Street Koramangala, Karnataka Bhel House, Shahi Darbar, Dadar Vada Pav, Chatar Patar.

VV Puram Food Street: Also known as Food Street, Thindi Beedi, Chaat Road/Street; VV Puram has the largest street food ranges in the city. Just name your cravings, and you get it here, it’s a perfect place for a delicious evening bite.

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Mosque Road Eat Street: Craving for some non-vegetarian street food, you have reached the perfect destination for you; Mosque Road. Its juicy, mouthwatering, and meat-indulgent dishes are known for ages.

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Sri Sairam Chats & Juice: Craving for some mouth-watering chats; you got it. Visit Malleshwaram’s best chaat stall to have some delicious chats; they are also selling specially prepared homemade Ooty chocolates now.

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Rakesh Kumar Pani Puri: Every street food lover loves pani puri for sure; taste the most delicious chats in Bangalore. It's a small chat stall in Jayanagar, known exclusively for pani puri and chats.

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Fanoos: Craving for some juicy non-veg dishes? Try Fanoos at Frazer Town or Jhonson Market (Richmond Road). Starting from a small stall, they have emerged as the finest place for some non-veg delights.

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Eat Street Koramangala: Wanna spend some good time with friends; this mini open-air food court is a great idea. Taste food from different cuisines, enjoy the live music and karaoke; click some amazing pictures for your Instagram with their lively ambiance.

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Karnataka Bhel House: Get ready to taste some authentic and mouthwatering bhel mixed with different ingredients. You may get confused about which one to start from; take your time, go through the menu, and pick the chat that satisfies your cravings.

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Shahi Darbar: A place usually abuzz with students and working professionals, with some mouth-watering rolls; both veg and non-veg. This low-priced stall, with a limited seating area, has the heart of the local residents, as they offer most delicious rolls.

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Dadar Vada Pav: If you think you will get vada pav only in Mumbai, you are wrong; try Dadar Vada Pav. Taste the authentic Maharashtrian flavor vada pav in Bangalore; the rich mush of potatoes rolled in a pav with some fried green chilies will satisfy your cravings.

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Chatar Patar: As an Indian, we can never resist spicy and tangy street food; one of the most famous street food here is chats. Visit Chatar Patar to taste some lip-smacking street food. If you are a foodie living in Bangalore, this place is a must-visit.

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