Bengaluru cemented its position as one of the F&B capitals of the country last year. In 2024, many new restaurants and bars broke away from the clichés and opened in the city. While new F&B venues in the city attracted significant attention, we also saw new restaurants in traditional areas like Indira Nagar. Global cuisine continues to shine as the city’s affluent find more places to visit in 2025.
Here are the hottest new bars and restaurants in Bengaluru that you can’t miss:
1. Bastian Garden City
The CBD has once again become the focal point of the city’s dining scene, with Bastion serving as a prime example. Bastian, the first outside Mumbai, boasts extravagant design elements like a high bar with an edgy, boho-chic vibe. The menu follows Bastian’s successful Mumbai template, with an emphasis on American and Asian-inspired cuisine.
- Where: St. Marks Road
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2. Botany Brew & Kitchen
Owing to its unique location in the heart of the CBD, this new all-day bar elevates dining with sweeping views of Bengaluru’s skyline and green spaces. In addition to 360-degree panoramas, this new hotspot impresses with an extensive menu filled with comfort food, from pizza to sushi.
- Where: Kasturba Road
3. crackle
Omakase-style, interactive dining is one of the clear trends of 2024. This intimate 22-seater is positioned as Bengaluru’s first standalone omakase-style kitchen and bar. The restaurant showcases seasonal ingredients through a constantly evolving menu. Crackle’s unique approach deviates from the published menu; Each trip is a surprise crafted from the season’s finest. Highlights of the current menu include Susegad Goa, which captures the essence of Goa.
- Where: 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar
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4. Jollyganj
A new venture from the team behind some of Bengaluru’s iconic dining spots like Bob Bar and Byg Brewski, Jollygunge is located in JP Nagar. This experiential rooftop destination has a colonial twist with bold design and innovative cocktails. The menu is also inspired by colonial classics, with dishes like sesame mill tikki, Scotch eggs and chicken Kiev re-imagined.
- Where: Outer Ring Road
5. Kopitiam Laha
One of our favorite new F&B spots in Bengaluru, Kopitiam Laha is led by Joonie Tan, a Malaysian who has made Bengaluru her home. Inspired by nostalgia, Juni arranges for a Malaysian coffee house to be refreshed. While the focus is on traditional kopitiam (coffee house) breakfast items like kaya toast and nasi lemak, the menu also includes soups and noodles.
- Where: 12th Main, Indiranagar
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6. Los Cavos
Led by Chef Rafael Estremadeiro Garcia, the Bengaluru outpost has already made its mark as one of Mumbai’s most renowned Latin-American restaurants. The menu has a clear Peruvian slant, with authentic ceviche and vegetarian options like grilled tofu cuñoto and umami corn ribs. Latin American-inspired cocktails enhance the experience, while the interiors pay homage to colonial architecture in Peru.
- Where: 12th Main, Indiranagar
7. Oro
Located in one of the most vibrant F&B destinations in the CBD, Oro stands out for its clever take on classic European and Mexican cuisine with many creative twists. The name Oro is derived from the Portuguese word for gold. The specialty cocktail program allows patrons to create personalized drinks tailored to their preferences.
- Where: Rex Forum Walk, Brigade Road
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8. Panetaria
Established as the city’s first authentic Italian bakery, Panateria offers the fresh aroma of baked goods all day long. The menu combines freshly made sandwiches with sweets from different culinary regions across Italy. From Tuscan schiacciata to sinful delizia al limone (lemon cake), panaterias offer a range of options for the city’s gourmets.
- Where: Stage 2, Hoysala Nagar, Indiranagar
9. Perch Wine & Coffee Bar
With locations in Delhi/NCR, Mumbai and now Bengaluru, Perch Wine & Coffee Bar debuts in the city in 2024, bringing the same casual vibes. It’s the perfect place for long hours of food and wine (Perch offers more than 20 labels) and endless conversations over great coffee. Small plates (European, Mexican and Asian) and sangria have also struck a chord with regulars.
- Where: Phoenix Mall of Asia
10. Soka
A welcome addition to Indira Nagar’s bar and restaurant scene, Sokka pushes the boundaries with its cleverly conceived cocktail program. While the interior features Art Deco elements, the cocktail menu is deeply rooted in its location. Drinks include local ingredients like jasmine flowers and also reference iconic 90s bars like the Black Cadillac (a cocktail with Old Monk and clear Coke, honoring a famous 90s club on MG Road) Has been given.
- Where: 1st Main Road, Indira Nagar
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11. Yard
This eclectic F&B space combines art, food and creativity. Spread over 23,000 sq ft over two levels, it features inventive dishes and cocktails crafted by Slow Tide, Goa’s Lester Lobo. The yard combines lush greenery with industrial charm, creating a unique setting that works whether you’re working remotely, meeting up with friends, or simply enjoying the surroundings with your pet. Be.
- Where: Doddankundi Industrial Area 2, Phase 1
12. Zarf, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center
Located in one of the most intimate corners of the Sheraton Grand, Zaraf offers an elegant setting for both lunch and dinner. Zarf stays away from templated ‘progressive’ Indian cuisine with a well-researched menu that experiments with cooking styles and incorporates unique ingredients.
- Where: Sheraton Grand Bengaluru, Whitefield
