5 Must-Try Spots In Bengaluru For Flavour-Packed Vegetarian Plates | Food News

Here’s a curated list of five spots across Bengaluru that promise vegetarian dishes as flavorful as they are memorable.

Bengaluru, with its thriving food scene, is a haven for plant-based food lovers, offering everything from health-focused cafés to indulgent fine-dining experiences.

Here’s a curated list of five spots across the city that promise vegetarian dishes as flavourful as they are memorable.

Italia – MG Road

Italia, nestled within The Park Hotel, brings India a taste of Venice’s iconic Cicchetti bar culture. Since opening in 2002, it has stood as a hallmark of Italian dining in Bengaluru. Today, with its refreshed persona inspired by Venice’s lively Cicchetti bars, Italia offers a feast designed to delight both the eyes and the palate. Inclusivity is central to its menu, ensuring every guest finds dishes crafted to their taste.

Signature Offering:

Bruschetta with balsamic-marinated grilled mushrooms and gorgonzola cheese. Earthy mushrooms, tangy balsamic, and creamy gorgonzola come together on crisp-toasted bread—a balance of sharp and mellow flavors that’s light yet satisfying.

Location: The Park, 14/7, Mahatma Gandhi Rd, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru

Timings: 12 pm – 11 pm, Tuesday to Saturday

Cost for Two: ₹1,800–₹2,500 (approx.)

Santé Spa Cuisine – Indiranagar

At Santé Spa Cuisine, inventive vegetarian dining takes center stage. The refreshed menu draws inspiration from Continental, Asian, South American, Italian, and Indian cuisines—blending indulgence with accessibility while remaining true to its ingredient-first philosophy. Designed as an inclusive space, Santé celebrates global flavors while reimagining vegetarian dining for the modern palate.

Signature Offering:

Toasted Buckwheat and Potato Gnocchi, served with a vibrant tomato coulis and roasted vegetables, a wholesome, hearty twist on a classic.

Location: 151, 2nd Stage, 2nd Cross, Domlur, Indiranagar, Bengaluru

Timings: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, daily

Cost for Two: ₹1,800–₹2,500 (approx.)

Coffee Mechanics – Bellandur

With roots in a 180-year-old family-run coffee estate, Coffee Mechanics is one of Bengaluru’s most distinctive homegrown brands. Its flagship café in Bellandur is an experience-led space where design and atmosphere invite guests to slow down. The menu showcases Indian coffee at its finest—filter brews, cold brews, pour-overs, and signature blends—alongside artisanal bakes, playful soft serves, hearty bowls, and comfort-forward plates.

Signature Offering:

Mushroom Pâté Open Toast, featuring delicate pâté topped with capers, cherry tomatoes, roasted almonds, and fresh arugula, finished with a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze.

Location: 77/6, Kaverappa Layout, Kadubeesanahalli, Bengaluru

Timings: From 10:00 am onwards

Cost for Two: ₹400–₹700 (approx.)

Flax Café – Indiranagar

At Flax Café, wholesome and conscious dining is the heart of every plate. With a focus on clean, health-forward ingredients, the café blends nutrition with indulgence through globally inspired, flavor-rich vegetarian dishes.

Signature Offering:

Truffled Mushroom Bruschetta, with sourdough toast topped with caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, mozzarella, and aromatic truffle oil—a decadent yet mindful treat.

Location: 3169-A, Paramhansa Yogananda, 12th Cross Rd, Indiranagar, Bengaluru

Timings: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm, daily

Cost for Two: ₹1,200 (approx.)

KOKO Bengaluru – Old Airport Road

Experience the art of vegetarian luxury at KOKO Bengaluru. Known for its sophisticated plating and depth of flavor, KOKO elevates vegetarian dining into an indulgent, refined affair.

Signature Offering:

Wild Morel & Truffle Dumplings, a decadent blend of morel and shiitake mushrooms with tender snow peas, silky truffle paste, and a drizzle of truffle oil. Each bite is rich, earthy, and aromatic, a true indulgence for umami lovers.

Location: Prestige Icon, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru

Timings: 12 pm – 4 pm & 7 pm – 1 am

Cost for Two: ₹3,500+