For All The Foodies: 10 Must-Try Places For Street Food In Bangalore

By Maverick IBS

1 min read

When we mention Bangalore, we immediately think of the high-tech industries and the tech-parks. Rightly so, today Bangalore has become the Silicon Valley of India. One of the most rapidly emerging city of India is not only about the huge buildings and the IT parks, it also has its own special of offering different cuisines to all the foodies. Primarily famous for its nightlife – pubs, lounges, restaurants, cafés, etc., people from all over the country pour in to enjoy their Bangalore Days! But the city is still there for you, even if your job’s a joke and you’re broke. Though not a master in street foods like that of Delhi or Mumbai or even Lucknow, Bangalore has its own variety of street food, which is a blend of different dishes, tastes, and culture, bringing out the heart of the metropolitan city. Today, leaving aside the glitz and glamour of pubs, cafés, and lounges, we go out to the streets and talk about the famous street foods on the town along with the famous food joints.

A2B

Though Adyar Ananda Bhavan, or popularly known as A2B, is a full-fledged restaurant, it is one of the most popular food chains in the city and is available literally "everywhere". So, if you are traveling, or need a quick but cheap solution to your morning breakfast problem or looking to grab a bite in the evening then hop inside A2B and you will find a wide range of dishes, from Dosas and Idlis to Samosas and Chaats. It is basically the southern counterpart of the northern Haldiram’s. But worry not, you do not have to compromise on your taste buds' because A2B will not compromise on the flavors of south Indian dishes. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 200 to Rs. 400 for two| Address: Multiple Locations - Electronic City Bangalore, BTM Bangalore, Indiranagar Bangalore, Marathahalli Bangalore, Whitefield Bangalore, Bannerghatta road Bangalore|

Kotthu Parantha at The Filter Coffee

One famous dish of South India is Kotthu Parantha and though there are many places where one would get delicious Kotthu Parantha, my personal favorite is the Filter Coffee. Situated at the junction of Hennur Road and Kamanahalli, Filter Coffee is a lesser-known veg food joint in the city. In the morning the breakfast dishes get exhausted by 11 AM, especially during weekends. The evenings are far busier for them when the Kotthu paranthas get exhausted if you step a few minutes later than 8 PM. Do try it, if you happen to be in that area. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 150 to Rs. 200 for two| Address: 203, 4th Cross, 3rd Block, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore|

Shawarmas at Al Amanah Café

So far, we have spoken only about vegetarian South Indian dishes. But the non-vegetarians must not lose hope. Located in Kamanahalli, this place is famous for their exquisite rolls and sandwiches. Their rolls are completely satisfying, budget-friendly and wholesome. If you are looking for Arabian Rolls (not just Shawarmas) and want to avoid burning a hole in your pocket, then don't miss to pay a visit to this place. There will always be a rush to be ready to take some time out and wait for your orders. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 200 to Rs. 300 for two| Address: 20, 5th Avenue, 5th Main Road, Kammanahalli, Bangalore|

Fresh Pulpy Juices at The Juice Centres

Well, there is no specific place for that, but if you happen to be in Bangalore then do hop in a Juice center that you'd find a healthy way to quench your thirst. The famous ones are Haji Ali Juice Centre (Commercial Street), The Cool Joint (in Jayanagar), Arafa Juice Centre (in Koramangala), Juice Corner (Koramangala 7th Block). Small tip, while you are at it, do try the Pulpy grape juice, which is a specialty of the Bangaloreans. |Pocket Pinch – Rs.100 to Rs.150 for two|

Rolls and Grilled Chicken at Khan Saheb Grills

If you are in the mood for some delicious vegetarian or non-vegetarian street food, look no further than Khan Saheb Grills and Rolls. The outlet is spread in many places across the city and hence not sharing any particular location. But it serves some of the most delicious rolls and grilled chicken and is a haven for budget-friendly people. The tikka rolls are the most famous ones, be it veg or non-veg. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 300 for two| Address: Ground Floor, Sri Shiva Sai Complex, 13th Cross, 7th Main, 2nd Stage, HAL, Off Double Road, Indiranagar, Bangalore|

Wafers Chat at Sri Sairam’s Chats and Juices

Malleshwaram is one of the street shopping destinations of the city and where there is shopping, there is food. One of the best quick bites, in the name of chaats, are available in Sri Sairam's chaats and juices. All varieties of mouth-watering Chaats, imaginable can be found here. Do order the unconventional chaats if you plan on visiting the place. Dishes like wafers chat, disco chaat, chips masala, crazy masala chat, and the mouth-watering Sairam’s Special are an absolute delight. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 150 to Rs. 200 for two| Address: 83, 2nd Temple Street, 15th Cross, Near Kadu Malleshwaram Temple, Malleshwaram, Bangalore|

Idli and Sambar Vada at Brahmin’s Coffee Bar

A city with an excess of South Indian food joints, you have to be special to stand out amongst the crowd. The small place in Basavanagudi has always known rush with folks craving for their famous Idlis and Sambar Vadas. The place has only 5 items on its menu, but those are the best ones you get in the entire city and even if you live far away from the place, it is definitely worth a visit. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 150 to Rs. 200 for two| Address: Ranga Rao Road, Near Shankar Math, Shankarpuram, Near Basavanagudi, Bangalore|

Kebabs and Haleem at Mosque Road in Frazer Town

A whole street dedicated to kebabs and grilled food. What can get better than that? Well, it couldn't! The Mosque Road in Frazer Town gets its fair share foodies, especially during Ramzan when the entire street is jam-packed with non-veg lovers looking for a bite of Haleem, or Ghosht or Sheekh Kebab can find a one-stop solution to their hunger pangs. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 200 to Rs. 400 for two| Address: Masjid, Mosque Road, Frazer Town, Bangalore|

Chocolate Paan at Hello Paan Wala

After a wholesome meal, it is not only the Banaraswala who seeks for a refreshing paan. During the weekends, throughout the entire night, people pour in from all over the city to get a mouth full of paan. The famous chocolate paan is the show-stopper here, but the others are not to be overlooked. The menu shows over 30+ varieties of paan, with all kinds of fresh stuffing and chocolate coatings. And the best part is, during weekends, the shop is open almost the entire night. The location is Koramangala, opposite to Empire and worth going for a night drive. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 50 to Rs. 100 for two| Address: Koramangala, Bangalore|

Tatte Idli and Holiges at Thindi Beedi

In Kannada, it literally translates to the “Food Street”. Located in VV Puram, the food street is a 300m wide stretch packed with many a wide variety of food joints of different cuisine. Starting from Tatte Idli, Lemon Bath Dosa to Congress Bun, Gobi Manchurian Rolls, Vadas & Bhajjis, Chaats and Holiges, the entire street is an absolute delight to every foodie. The best part is, you get veg and non-veg food without pinching your pocket too hard, but be ready to face street deadlocks, traffic jams and a huge rush in the evenings and during the weekends. |Pocket Pinch – Rs. 200 to Rs. 400 for two| Address: Vishweshwarapura, Shankarapura, Bengaluru|