Hungry in the Garden City? Good! 😄 Bangalore is bursting with flavors that’ll keep your stomach happy and your taste buds dancing. Whether you’re a local or a visitor flying in from halfway across the world, these iconic dishes are a must-try!
1. Benne Masala Dosa @ CTR, Malleshwaram
Thick, golden, and buttery-delicious — this isn’t just a dosa, it’s an experience. CTR (Sri Sagar) makes their dosas crisp on the outside and cloud-soft on the inside. Don’t forget the coconut chutney + strong filter coffee combo. Pure bliss!
2. Bisi Bele Bath @ MTR, Lalbagh Road
A warm, spicy hug in a bowl. This lentil-rice dish is Karnataka’s very own comfort food, and MTR makes it the OG way. Comes with a spoonful of ghee, tangy notes, and total satisfaction.
3. Donne Biryani @ Shivaji Military Hotel, Jayanagar
Biryani lovers, this one’s for you. Spicy, smoky, and packed with flavor — served in eco-friendly banana-leaf bowls called donne. The aroma alone is enough to make your stomach growl!
4. Ragi Mudde & Mutton Saaru @ Nagaraj Mess
This one’s not for the faint-hearted — it’s hearty, rustic, and intensely flavorful. Ragi balls + spicy mutton gravy = a true local meal. Eat it with your hands like a pro! 🔥
5. Khara Bun Congress @ VB Bakery, Basavanagudi
The OG Bangalore snack. Fluffy buns filled with spicy peanuts, aka Congress kadlekai. Add a hot chai and sit under a tree — it’s old Bangalore charm at its finest.
6. Idli Vada Combo @ Brahmin’s Coffee Bar
Simple, legendary, and always crowded. You get soft idlis, crunchy vadas, and a chutney so good you’ll want to drink it. No sambar needed. Must-visit breakfast stop!
7. VV Puram Food Street Treats
This street doesn’t sleep when it comes to food! Think Mysore bondas, jalebis, chow chow bath, and even fire-paan! Perfect for a late-night food trail — and yes, most vendors now take UPI via Mony too.
8. Mangalore Buns @ New Krishna Bhavan
Fried banana bread that’s soft, sweet, and slightly spiced. Don’t knock it till you try it! Best eaten with chutney and coffee for that sweet-savory balance.
9. Obbattu / Holige @ Holige Mane, Malleshwaram
Sweet flatbread stuffed with jaggery, dal, or coconut — served hot with melting ghee. This one’s a dessert you cannotskip!
10. Kulfi Falooda @ Bombay Chowpatty, Commercial Street
Creamy, dreamy kulfi layered with rose syrup, falooda noodles, and crunchy bits. A colorful way to wrap up your Bangalore bites.
Bangalore + Mony = A Foodie’s Dream
From legendary dosas to fiery biryanis and sweet endings, Bangalore has a plate for every craving. And thanks to Mony, international travelers can now enjoy local food without worrying about currency or cash — just scan and pay with UPI, like a local! 🙌
So go ahead — bring your appetite, download Mony, and eat your heart out in Namma Bengaluru!