7 Best South-Indian Restaurants In Bangalore That Will Spoil You For Choice

As much culinary diversity Bangalore houses, their South-Indian cuisine is hands-down the most sort after grub in town. The city has an abundance of restaurants serving varied South Indian cuisines; from pure-veg Tamilian to the delicacies of Udupi and the spicy pork dishes of Kodava cuisine from Coorg in Karnataka. Much like other regional appetizers across the country, Bangalore is richly endowed with one of its own.

1. Vidyarthi Bhavan 

If you’re in Bangalore and haven’t visited Vidyarthi Bhavan, people are gonna judge you hard! This place is considered as an iconic beacon to a proper South Indian breakfast. Owing to the humble ambience and the richly flavoured Masala Dosas, this place gives major old school vibes to the visitors.

Where丨Vidyarthi Bhavan - No-32, Gandhi Bazar Main Road, Basavanagudi
Timings丨6:30 - 11:30 AM, 2 - 8 PM 
Meal For Two丨Rs 150
Call Them丨+91 8026 677 588
Check Out Their FB Page丨https://www.facebook.com/Vidyarthi.Bhavan

2. Central Tiffin Room 

Much popular for its ‘Benny Masala Dosa’ and ‘Crispy Vada’, Central Tiffin Room’s crowdedness is a testament of its supreme quality in South-Indian delicacies. So much so that you’ll find yourself coming back to this place again and again. Just visit here once, you won’t be disappointed AT ALL!

Where丨Central Tiffin Room - 7th Cross Road, Malleshwaram
Timings丨7 AM - 12:30 PM, 4 - 8:30 PM
Meal For Two丨Rs 150
Call Them丨+91 8023 317 531

3. Brahmin’s Coffee Bar

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One of the highest-rated cafes in the city, the famous Brahmin Coffee Bar dishes out some mouth-watering south-Indian delights! Even though the place has limited items on the menu, it still manages to garner crowds from all over the city! If you want to indulge in some piping hot filter coffee, gorgeously soft Idlis and crispy, brown Vadas; both submerged in a perfect blend of Chutney, then head over to Bramhin’s Coffee Bar now!

Where丨Brahmin's Coffee Bar - Ranga Rao Road, Near Shankar Mutt, Shankarapura, Near Basavanagudi
Timings丨6 AM - 12 Noon, 3 - 7 PM
Meal For Two丨Rs 100
Call Them丨+91 9845 030 234
Check Out Their FB Page丨https://www.facebook.com/pages/Brahmin%20Coffee%20Bar/185547168155996/

4. Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR)

With over 8 branches across the city, MTR stands tall as the oldest ‘Dosa’ and ‘Idli’ chain in Bangalore. One cannot simply miss out on their scrumptious dosas served with a generous dollop of ghee; also try out their famous ‘Lunch Thali’ and slurp it down with some tea. P.S. The pocket-friendly rates will keep you coming back for more! 

Where丨Mavalli Tiffin Rooms - 14, Lalbagh Road, Mavalli, Basavanagudi & Other Outlets
Timings丨6 - 11 AM, 12:30 - 9 PM
Meal For Two丨Rs 250
Call Them丨+91 8022 230 471, +91 8022 220 022
Check Out Their FB Page丨https://www.facebook.com/mavallitiffinrooms

5. Kamat Bugle Rock

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What would be better than palatable food, prompt service, a lively ambience along with some groovy classical live music? Kamat Bugle Rocks offers all this under one roof with the primary focus on their South Indian ‘thindi’ (snacks and breakfast dishes) along with classic South Indian meals, especially those from North Karnataka.

Where丨Kamat Bugle Rock - Kamat Bugle Rock, Bull Temple Road, Near BMS College of Engineering, Basavanagudi
Timings丨9 AM - 10 PM
Meal For Two丨Rs 300
Call Them丨+91 8026 605 734
Check Out Their FB Page丨https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kamath%20Bugle%20Rock/205381139490512/

6. The Coorg Food Co.

Coorgi pork, Pork Fry, Chicken Curry and tender coconut pudding are some of the dishes The Coorg Food Co serve that have won us over! Authenticity and aroma of the food, along with perfectly cooked and wonderfully presented dishes will leave your soul satiated. The ability to balance rusticity with finesse is what sets their food apart from most of the other South Indian food in the industry.

Where丨The Coorg Food Co. - 2nd Floor, Masand Esquire, Hennur Main Road, Kalyan Nagar
Timings丨12 Noon - 11:30 PM
Meal For Two丨Rs 600
Call Them丨+91 8025 441 188, +91 9886 726 947
Check Out Their FB Page丨https://www.facebook.com/thecoorgfoodco

7. Nandhini Deluxe

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If you’re with your family, then Nandhini Deluxe is the place to be! Enjoy a hearty meal with the right amount of spices and flavours! The eatery is extremely popular for the undisputed icon of South Indian cuisine, ‘Idli Sambhar’. We’re sure as hell you’ll leave this place fully satisfied!

Where丨Nandhini Deluxe - 114/2, Lal Bagh Fort Road, Minerva Circle, Basavanagudi & Other Outlets
Timings丨11:30 AM - 10:45 PM
Meal For Two丨Rs 800
Call Them丨+91 9980 866 666, +91 8026 627 363
Check Out Their FB Page丨https://www.facebook.com/NandhiniRestaurants

You must be hungry by the end of this article, so go get it! *belly rumbling* 
P.S. Make sure that you contact the eateries before visiting