Pancakes, Sausages or Idli-Dosa? Treat Your Taste-Buds at These 15 Best Places to Have Breakfast in Bangalore to Fill You Up For The Day (2020)!

Bangalore, also known as the IT capital of India or the Silicon Valley of India, is a melting pot of people from different cultures and languages. The city and its people are love to welcome everyone with open arms and mind. This has attracted many people into coming to the city for their employment and sustenance. The unintentional yet best outcome of this blend of people and cultures brought together is obviously the unique variety of food.

The city is a vibrant mix of traditionalism and modernity. Even among the short skirts, cropped tops and tight jeans, you could find saree clad beauties talking in perfect English. This eclectic mix is also found in its food culture. Bangalore held onto its native culture even through the onslaught and it is the same about its food too.

You can find all sorts of things from roti and sabzi,to tacos, momos, chaat, pancakes and waffles. There is also an abundance of restaurants that serve idli, dosa, bhajji and bonda. Karnataka’s very own Mysore dosa is also found in every shop here, thus making Bangalore every foodie’s dream.

From a plain sandwich to a simple plate of idli, sambar and chutney, Bangalore satisfies every craving of its food lovers. We have put together a list of some of the best breakfast places in Bangalore you’d love to start your day in.

If a heavy continental breakfast is your thing, then Hole in the Wall Cafe should be your haunt. Easy on your wallet, this cafe has quite a homely atmosphere with a cosy interior, tastefully placed antiques and wall hangings. While you plan on enjoying the cafe, remember that it is quite famous around Bangalore and would be crowded at any time of the day. The fact that it doesn't accept any reservations wouldn’t help you. The heavenly food on offer makes the effort worthwhile.

Since “Good things come to those who wait”, ignore the wait time and order yourself a full English breakfast complete with eggs, sausage, bacon, bread and mashed potatoes. Trust us, you are not likely to forget the experience and would surely come here again and again. If you are craving for something new; try their Goan sausage fest which includes eggs, spicy Goan sausage and bread. You could also go for something simple like pancakes and waffles. Or maybe their kheema pav. Whatever it is, you are in for a treat. And since coffee is Bangalore’s life, don't miss their coffee.

Bangalore has been a foodie’s destination, not just in recent years but from past few decades. A prime example of that is Koshy’s Cafe, located on St. Mark's Road. The cafe has been around since 1940 with a humble beginning as a bakery. After evolving as a resto-pub, it has gained much popularity that it has even hosted Jawaharlal Nehru and Queen Elizabeth. With the city gravitating towards modernity, the restaurant has retained its old-world appeal and vintage charm.

The food at Koshy’s has a distinct Kerala touch with a smattering of dishes inspired by Koshy’s travels. From all English breakfast to appam and stew, Koshy’s simply delivers what your heart desires. If you are on lookout for a simple yet nutritious breakfast, check out their eggs done in different ways: especially the Spanish omelette; eggs loaded with tons of veggies cooked to melt in the mouth perfection. Is your breakfast even complete without the mandatory cup of coffee? Go grab one, though we’d rather suggest their cold coffee or iced tea.

On the other side of the spectrum from Koshy’s is Social. A famous restaurant chain in Bangalore, Social has many outlets. The most popular of them all is the one on Church Street. Defining themselves as an urban space for artists and innovators, Social brings to you the best of both a cafe and a work space. With delicious food, outdoor seating and a vibrant vibe, Social remains a spot that youngsters gravitate to.

Social is known for its desi-take on continental food; especially the breakfast trays. Their Hardy Bhai’s Istyle breakfast tray, which includes a mince and eggs, bun, tea and biscuits, is a must-try. So is their Saddlebags breakfast tray which comes with fried eggs, bacon, sausage and maple syrup. Don’t miss out on their big apple breakfast and hungover breakfast. For a simple grab and go, try their blueberry pancakes and omelettes.

Bored of the same old continental and South Indian breakfast options? Why not go for south-east Asian cuisine? We did tell you; Bangalore serves according to your cravings and more.

Found in Koramangala, "Nasi and Mee" serves you the most exquisite flavours from Thai, Vietnamese, Malaysian and Singaporean cuisine. This Asian canteen serves you dishes quite unique and quirky, just like its decor. As inviting as the decor is, the food is even more heavenly. The interior and ambience are quite welcoming; which makes you want to stay here forever and savour all their food.

Start with the kaya toast(sourdough bread served with coconut spread, made in-house, and eggs) and move on to sambal cheese toast (toasted bread loaded with Parmesan, sambal, arugula, and spicy tomatoes). Like to start your day with a big breakfast? Order an N & M Big Breakfast that includes kaya toast, eggs, and sausages. How about gooey runny poached eggs? Tuck into Thai style eggs benedict. We didn’t forget your coffee! When in Nasi and Mee, we go Singaporean with our beverage. Finish off with kopitiam teh tarik; quite similar to our chai but served with condensed milk and thus is much creamier.

Though Bangalore has many cafe’s , there always new names joining in to rise among the old ones. And joining this bandwagon is Cafe Myodo in North Bangalore, Kalyan Nagar. With a fully continental menu, Cafe Myodo has introduced the Arabian Breakfast. Now that is something that others do not offer.

We’d suggest you to opt for this Arabian breakfast. With pita bread, labneh, za’atar, olives, and grilled vegetables, it is as scrumptious as it sounds. Meat lovers could try the pulled pork with poached eggs or fried eggs with steak. You could also go for something simple like the coconut chia pudding or muesli. Or sinfully delicious and calorific like stuffed chocolate french toast or strawberry and ricotta hotcake.

You can stuff your face as much as you want with a continental breakfast but nothing satisfies your heart like a South Indian breakfast complete with idli, vada and dosa. A simple sambar does wonders to seduce your taste buds. The New Krishna Bhavan, serving delicious treats since 1952, has both North and South Indian dishes for its customers. Along with the classics, you can also order in some fusion treats or their specials.

We’d suggest you try their special menu. They have some mouth-watering dishes that you simply cannot miss. Green Idli, a must-try item from their menu is deep-fried mini idli dunked in palak sauce. Or you might want to order the open butter dosa. Fluffier than the regular masala dosa with tons more potato filling topped with butter, the open dosa fills your tummy and heart, bringing you bliss. It is also a must to try their neer dosa and ragi dosa at least once. Finish off your breakfast with a steaming cup of filter coffee, a taste that stays with you forever.

Shivam Snacks Corner, otherwise fondly called as The Maggi Man, is the favourite of all Christ Church college students and just about everyone else The cafe features only one magical ingredient: Maggi! It is one meal that can be relished at any time of the day. Started in 2013, this cafe soon became the go-to place for sinfully delicious Maggi.

A true hole in the wall joint, Shivam Snacks Corner is famous for its many varieties of Maggi. Cheese onion Maggi, aloo cheese Maggi, onion chilli butter Maggi, egg cheese Maggi, mixed veg paneer Maggi and chicken Maggi are some of the varieties available here. But if you think that breakfast is too soon for a Maggi, then go for a bread-omelette. They also offer other items like sandwiches, pav bhaji and roti sabzi too. Next time you are around Christ Church road, hit them up for a hot chai and a cheesy Maggi. You cannot go wrong with this combination.

A roadside breakfast joint, Sri Raghavendra Stores is really homey and simple, serving delectable local delicacies . Situated opposite to Malleswaram railway station, it gets quite a lot of footfalls. Don't go looking for ambience; there are no seats and it is even self-service. Pay up, get your food and gobble it while standing.

Authentic Karnataka cuisine is famous for its idli, vada, dosa, masala dosa, kara bath, kesari bath and so on. You can find all of the above but not the ever famous masala dosa. The other dishes taste heavenly and more than makeup for it. Even though you’d had it all through your life, still go for their spongy idli dunked in coconut chutney with a side of vada. Want something heavy, go for their kara bath and chow-chow bath. You can satiate your sweet tooth with a delicious scoop of kesari bath sprinkled with cashews and raisins. And of course, there is their wonderful filter-coffee. Doesn't get better than this!

Home to the famous Vidyarthi Bhavan and Udupi Sri Krishna Bhavan, a rather new restaurant South Thindies, is gaining momentum in South Bangalore. And it’s their South Indian fare that’s the love of all locals. If you are from or around Basavanagudi, a wholesome, nutritious breakfast from South Thindies is must for a perfect day.

The usual South Indian favourites like idli, vada, dosa, masala dosa, pesarattu and kesari bath are the ones available here. But you know what you should go for? The bread dosa! Crispy dosa covered with bread crumbs. Totally crunchy and should we say extremely delicious! Wash it all down with “Hall Boy”! What's Hall Boy? We’d rather not spoil the surprise.

Indians can never go wrong with their chai. And just for that, we have added the chai specialist, Chai Point to this list. With more than 100 outlets in Bangalore alone, Chai Point makes sure you never go a single day without a chai.

You never understand the importance of chai or the varieties until you have tasted one. Chai Point has more chai varieties than you can taste anywhere else: from the classic masala chai to green tea for the health lovers. Then there are also the dum chai, ginger lemon chai, sugarless chai and more. Or maybe you want to cool down with some iced tea. Chai Point has it in lemon and cranberry. Add a banana cake to your order and you can come thank us later.

Another historic place, serving since 1943, Vidyarthi Bhavan in Basavanagudi has till date retained its old-world charm, from its ambience to its recipe. It, being a legendary restaurant is always crowded and you might even have to wait in the queue to enjoy the food. You would enjoy nothing more than its famous dosa dripping in ghee.

You don't have an option but to start with masala dosa, which the restaurant is famous for. Enjoy the sight of the servers managing 10 - 15 plates in one hand without any mishap. Partner it with some delicious kara bath or vada whatever strikes your fancy. Wash it down with a steaming hot cup of filter coffee that simply takes your breath away.

Want a fine dining option to splurge? Look no further than Citrus Cafe. Featuring the most stunning decor (definitely screams citrus), mouth-watering food and pleasant ambience; How better can you spend a morning?

Serving both continental and Indian, the prices might burn a hole in your wallet. The international variety includes cereals, eggs, meat(ham, sausages and bacon) and most importantly “The Bakers Oven”. The baker’s oven includes croissants, doughnuts, muffins, danish and what not. The Indian fare is equally elaborate but we all know what we’d rather go for when we choose fine-dining experience. And don't worry, they also have your choice of coffee and tea.

A hidden gem among all breakfast places, the Brahmin’s Coffee Bar in Shankarapura stays true to its origin and still being a favourite of Bangalore. Serving up only 4 dishes apart from coffee and tea, the restaurant’s secret seems to be their chutney. The 83-year-old wife of the founder Narasimha Rao, K.N. Saraswathi oversees the chutney preparation herself every day. How’s that for authentic?

Their menu is quite simple: soft fluffy idli, melt-in-your-mouth kara bath, heavenly-sweet kesari bath and crispy yet soft vada. Your breakfast is not considered complete without their filter coffee. In fact, it’s a crime not to have their coffee.

This is especially for true foodies only. Citrus at the Leela Palace is the perfect place to be, if you are looking for a heavy breakfast, with options ranging from continental to Indian (both North and South). It really is insane with the different varieties and cuisines covered in their breakfast buffet.

Honestly, we are split between our choices from the South Indian cuisine comprising of dosa, idli, vada and the like or the North Indian fare comprising of aloo paratha, poori etc. Or maybe a pan Asian spread including fried rice, noodles and other such items. If you are like us, you’d pounce on the waffles, pancakes, eggs, croissants, doughnuts etc. Did we mention that they have a Mediterranean spread too?

Malleshwaram, known for its laid back joints and delicious food, but most importantly for its dosa, has yet another gem: Malleshwaram Dosa Corner. It is a small tiffin centre that might go unnoticed if you were to pass by it.

Just as its name says, they serve only dosa, including options like: Benne dosa, benne masala dosa, open dosa, khali dosa and set dosa. Each dosa is available with butter, podi and masala. The potato filling is simple and rustic which perfectly suits the dosa without overtaking on the flavour. Like other small joints, they do not serve sambar. Only lip-smacking coconut chutney is included.