5 Most Affordable Cafes In Kolkata

Calling the foodie scene of Kolkata LIT would be a gross understatement, in our opinion. From the scrummy street food to mouth-watering delicacies served in plush restaurants, this place has it all! Somedays, we eat kosha mangsho in fine dining, and some days, we stuff our faces with the tangy puchkas from those humble roadside kiosks. So in case, you guys were in search of eateries where you can devour yummies without emptying your pockets, here we come to your rescue!

1. The Tea Place By Manjushree

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A contemporary cafe with warm ambience, this nook is a hidden gem in Southern Avenue. With its simple yet pristine setting, it’ll certainly impress you by how tastefully its done up. They dish out scrummy dishes which don’t cost a bomb. We recommend the Tuna Fish Cake, Shortened Chicken Sandwich and the exotic Blondine Tea for a delightful culinary experience over a gossip sesh with your BFF!

Where | The Tea Place By Manjushree - 256, Purna Das Road, Near Dakatia Kali Bari, Hindustan Park
Timings | 12 Noon - 9:30 PM
Meal For Two | Rs 500
Call Them | +91 9073 927 934

2. Bon Appetit - The Cafe

A cafe hit amongst the youngsters, both the outlets of Bon Appetit are usually swarmed with young folks chilling with their gang. The non-formal setting of this place gives us homely feels, which also makes for a stunning backdrop for your Insta shots. The Mocha Caramel Crunch, Barbeque Chicken Crepe and the Black Forest Shake are must-try here, guys. And the best part is you can enjoy all these without making a dent in your wallets!

Where | Bon Appetit - The Cafe - Salt Lake & Hazra
Timings | 9 AM - 8:30 PM
Meal For Two | Rs 500
Call Them | +91 33 2334 0402
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/BonAppetitTheCafe/

3. Kemistry

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A vegetarian cafe situated in a city of meat lovers, Kemistry’s rustic interiors is extremely charming. The walls are embellished with colourful murals (yes, let’s go Insta lovers!) and the dim lights create a romantic ambience. The Kesar Chai and Cold Coffee with Hazelnut is a must-try, folks. The best part is that it stays open till 2 AM in the night so it’s perf for those late-night munching sessions!

Where | Kemistry - 6B, Elgin Road, Sreepally, Bhawanipur
Timings | 7 - 2 AM
Meal For Two | Rs 500
Call Them | +91 9831 661 420
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/kemistrycafe/

4. Bune The Coffee Room

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A peaceful cafe with the magical fairy lights, Bune The Coffee Room sets your mood just right. You can gorge on lip-smacking dishes here without burning a hole in your pockets. Slurp on the Roy’s Special Lebu Cha while you feast on Veg Croquettes, it doesn’t get any better than this, guys!

Where | Bune The Coffee Room - 14 A, Lake View Road, Desapriya Park
Timings | 1 - 10 PM
Meal For Two | Rs 500
Call Them | +91 33 3085 9096
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/bunekolkata/

5. The Royal Bengal Tiger Cafe

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True to its name, The Royal Bengal Tiger Cafe is built and designed on the theme “save tigers”. The warmly lit interiors are decorated with tiger posters and illustrations. The real treat here is their speciality - the delectable Bong cuisine. The rockstars here are the Machher Chop, Mutton Ghugni and the Bengali Tea all of which you must try to have a whale of a time here!

Fellas, you know where to head on to the next time you hear your tummies rumbling!

5 Affordable Cafes Where You And Your BFF Can Enjoy A Delish Meal For Rs 500 Or Less

1. The Tea Place By Manjushree

2. Bon Appetit - The Cafe

3. Kemistry

4. Bune The Coffee Room

5. The Royal Bengal Tiger Cafe