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ALL DAY DINING / 24 HR COFFEE SHOPS
1498 AD A comfy and generic décor marks this all day dining restaurant serving Indian, Chinese and Continental. The lunch buffet is popular, but try the steaks and pastas from the menu. The Atria Hotel 1, Palace Road T: 080-22205205 Average meal for two Rs 600
24 Carats A popular restaurant, more because of its location than anything else, the breakfast and lunch buffets are well liked. The atmosphere is not anyway near memorable but a few Indian and Continental dishes are good. The Capitol 3, Raj Bhavan Road T: 080-22281800 Average meal for two Rs 1000- 1500
Bean Here Bright and airy, but calm with a business like look, the restaurant is known for its reasonably-priced buffets. The biriyanis get rave reviews here. The solitaire 3, Kumara Krupa Road Madhavnagar T: 080-40443636 Average meal for two Rs 4000
Brooks An average looking place designed more like a coffee shop, the restaurant serves sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, pastas, Chinese and Indian fare, all of which is fairly good without being spectacular. 15 / 1, A J International Bowring Hospital Road, Shivajinagar T: 080-41971111 Average meal for two Rs 500
BTDT Short for been there done that, the décor and atmosphere are just as ho-hum. However, because of its location, the lunch and dinner buffets are popular while the biriyani is probably the best thing about the restaurant. 73, The Shelton Grand M G Road T: 080-40430000 Average meal for two Rs 500
Café Masala Not much décor to speak of, but the restaurant is a great place
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for leisurely lunches as the buffet spans many cuisines and is value for money. The a la carte menu is more distinguished, both where European and Indian is concerned. Eva Mall, BJN Floor, Level 5 60, Brigade Road T: 080-41118433 Average meal for two Rs 1100
Café Mozaic Warm and comfy with a classy décor, this is buzzing throughout the day. The other ' aah ' factor is the enormous buffet spread which comprises of fabulous things from around the world – prawns, foie gras, lobster … Vivanta by Taj – M G Road 41 / 3, Mahatma Gandhi Road T: 080-66604444 Average meal for two Rs 1000- 1500
Citrus Surrounded by the hotel ' s sprawling greenery, Citrus is charming and relaxing. The lunch buffet and the Sunday brunch are huge hits, but choose the thin-crust pizza or the grilled chicken from the a la carte menu; check out the unique ayurvedic breakfast as well. The Leeela Palace Kempensky 23, Airport Road T: 080-30571234 Average meal for two Rs 2000
Cubbon Pavilion Classy and beautifully designed, with a fabulous atmosphere, even the buffet is set out with a lot of care and attention. The variety of course is mindboggling – from sushi to pizzas and everything in between. The a la cart menu, especially the burgers, pizzas and steaks are done very well. ITC Royal Gardenia 1, Residency Road T: 080-22119898 Average meal for two Rs 2000
La Brasserie A bit of a throwback, with dated décor, this nevertheless is a place known for its buffets. On its a la carte menu, the fish n chips is quite good, while a couple of biryanis hit the mark. Le Meridien 28, Sankey Road T: 080-22262233
Latitude Chic and smart, Latitude is all about business with elegance. Both the breakfast and lunch
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buffets, have quite a variety and are popular for their unique combo of dishes. Almost everything on the a la carte, whether a sandwich or a Conti dish, are very well made. Vivanta by Taj ITPB, Whitefield T: 080-66933333 Average meal for two Rs 1800
Le Jardin Elegant and serene, aided by the acres of greenery adjacent to it, Le Jardin is like an oasis in the middle of chaos. In addition to all the regulars, the new Indian menu, with dishes from across the country, is a huge attraction. The Oberoi 37-39, M G Road T: 080-2558 5858 Average meal for two Rs 1400- 1800
Limelight The best thing about it is the location, overlooking the undulating greens of the golf course and providing fabulous views. The food, spread over 3- 4 cuisines, while being fairly good, is less spectacular than the atmosphere. Hotel Royal Orchid 1, Golf Arcade, HAL Airport Road T: 080-41783000 Average meal for two Rs 1500- 1800
Monsoon Overlooking the deep blue swimming pool, the restaurant is simple yet elegant, with nothing overwhelming. The buffets are wonderful, but it ' s the a la carte menu which wows. From the soft shelled crabs to pomfret fry, from chicken murgh masala to the weight-watchers menu, it ' s great all the way. The Park 14 / 7, M G Road T: 080-25594666 Average meal for two Rs 2000- 3000
Mynt Warm and welcoming, Mynt is like coming home; the friendly service only adds to this. Serving Indian, Continental and Lebanese, it is the last which is most popular. Try the mezze platter with tabbouleh, hummus, kibbeh and pita
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bread, falafel and lamb tagine with cous cous. Taj West End, Race Course Road, T: 080-66605660
Paparazzi Stylish and classy, and located on the top floor of Central Park restaurant, it seems to have lost some of its oomph from when it opened. The kababs, Chinese dishes and a few European dishes are still good. Royal Orchid Central 47 / 1, Dickenson Road Manipal Centre T: 080-25584242 Average meal for two Rs 1200
Pinxx There ' s no guessing the colour theme, and novel when it started, it does seem over the top feminine now. The food is all about fusion, which also seems outdated, but it is a good place for a quiet meal. Royal Orchid Central 47 / 1, Dickenson Road, Manipal Centre T: 080-25584242 Average meal for two Rs 1600- 2000
Raj Pavilion Sparkling by day, beautiful by night, the glass roof and poolside location is among the best in the city. The menu is largely from the Colonial era as the name indicates and spans Indian and Chinese, with an endearing twist, especially the mulligatawny soup and the Chinese dishes. ITC Windsor 25, Windsor Square Golf Course Road T: 080-22269898
Sidewalk Café Designed to look like a European street café, the high ceiling and the lovely lamp posts add to the charm of the place. A huge breakfast and lunch spread, as well as a humungous all-day menu starting with beef sandwiches to Kerala dishes, make for a great place; very romantic at night. The Paul Hotel 139 / 28, Domlur Layout Off Intermediate Road T: 080-40477777 Average meal for two Rs 1500
Stir Smart and chic at the same time, the restaurant has got a makeover with the re-branding. Its food too reflects the change with a smart buffet combos and a nice a la carte selection at
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