Food & Drink Guide
Best Cafes in Bangalore
Coffee, work, and good vibes (2026)
Bangalore's cafe culture runs deep. From filter coffee served in steel tumblers at heritage cafes to single-origin pour overs at specialty roasters — the city takes its coffee seriously.
Whether you need a spot to work, a place for a first date, or just really good coffee, these are the cafes worth knowing.
💻 Best for Working
Third Wave Coffee
Multiple Locations • Specialty Chain
Bangalore's homegrown specialty coffee chain. Consistent quality, good Wi-Fi, and the unofficial office of half the city's freelancers.
Blue Tokai Coffee
Multiple Locations • Specialty Roaster
Indian specialty coffee pioneers. Their single-origin beans are exceptional, and the cafes are beautifully designed.
Roastery Coffee House
Indiranagar • Specialty
Exposed roasting, single-origin focus, and serious about the craft. For the coffee nerds.
☕ Best for Vibes
Dyu Art Cafe
Koramangala • Art Cafe
Art gallery meets cafe. Quirky interiors, good coffee, and art on every wall. More for hanging out than grinding.
Try: Iced coffee, Sandwiches
Matteo Coffea
Church Street • European Cafe
Old-world European charm. The space feels like a Parisian cafe, and the pastries match the setting.
Try: Espresso, Croissants
Hatti Kaapi
Multiple Locations • Traditional
Filter coffee the traditional way. Standing-only in most locations, pure Bangalore authenticity.
Try: Filter Coffee
Indian Coffee House
MG Road • Heritage
Colonial-era cafe with waiters in turbans. The coffee is basic, but the atmosphere is pure history.
Try: South Indian Coffee, Snacks
Glen's Bakehouse
Multiple Locations • Bakery Cafe
Legendary cakes meet solid coffee. The carrot cake alone justifies a visit.
Try: Carrot Cake, Latte