Whitefield has emerged as one of Bengaluru’s F&B hotspots and is one of the neighbourhood’s strongest dining spots. That’s one reason why it’s impossible for my friends from Whitefield to brave the traffic and travel outside their comfort zones. His argument has always been that Whitefield has ample dining options, from trendy craft breweries to strong regional dining options to fine dining restaurants. I tend to agree with them. Om Nom Nom is one of the best places in Bangalore for European-style artisanal ice cream. Though it is a take-away or home delivery brand, you will be spoiled for choice with the dining options in this part of Bengaluru featuring a unique mix of expats, locals and beer nerds.
Here are the 8 best standalone restaurants in Whitefield, Bengaluru:
1. Sashay Taproom + Kitchen at EPIP Zone, Brookfield
This spacious 260-seater is one of our favorite new venues in Whitefield. It attempts to recreate and celebrate the ‘Old Bangalore’ charm. Whitefield was also one of the oldest colonial outposts of the British period. Bangalore, Modern sensibilities meet nostalgic charm in a space, with an emphasis on greenery and colorful furnishings. Situated as the neighborhood tap room, Sashay has an in-house selection of 12 beers on tap and over 30 craft gins. The diverse food menu celebrates global cuisine with everything from sashimi to pizza in the mix.
2. Hopes Haus et whitefield main road
We can’t think of much better weekend lounge spots in Whitefield. Try the Wasabi Shrimp and Tres Leches Cake when you’re in weekend lounge mode. This microbrew-up Makes our list for its serene botanical setting with a relaxed atmosphere and open-sky appeal. It is not only offering beer, Hophaus also offers mead on tap.
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A great weekend lounge spot in Bangalore. photo credit: hophaus
3. Fox in the field Forum Shantiniketan
Bigger is better, at least that seems to be the script for Bengaluru’s Vishal Brew Pub. Fox is conveniently located; The Forum is a part of Shantiniketan, one of the best designed malls in Bangalore. We like the second floor – Fox in the den With its sophisticated library theme. This is where you can watch the regulars sipping on artisan cocktails. But it is the beers that include their signature Chocolate Stout that are the real deal.
You are likely to regularly sip on artisan cocktails. photo credit: Fox in the Field
4. Oota – Above Windmills Craftworks, EPIP Zone, Basavanna Nagar
This is one of our top recommendations in Bangalore for cuisine from Karnataka in a fine dining setting. The name is a giveaway, oota (translates to food) encapsulating the best of Karnataka on a platter. The culinary team traveled extensively to various culinary regions of Karnataka to source authentic home style dishes. While dishes from Coastal Karnataka such as Mangalore Buns and Kundapura Chicken Curry are among the main attractions, Hyderabad is also the place for dishes such as Mutton Dalcha from the Karnataka region.
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Oota is one of the best detours of Karnataka in a thali. photo credit: Ashwin Rajagopalan
5. Laila, The Den Bangalore at ITPB Main Road, KIADB Export Promotion Industrial Area
This ‘dinner only’ restaurant and bar is one of the most romantic rooftop dinner destinations in the city. The Den is a design-driven luxury hotel in Israel, and the interiors’ cozy indoor booths are a retreat for a different era. The dim lighting presents a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of Whitefield traffic. we are partial al fresco The section menu caters to cuisines from the Middle East and the Mediterranean region, with 360-degree views of the city.
The dim lighting in Laila presents a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of traffic. photo credit: The Den Bengaluru
6. Windmills Craft Works EPIP Zone, Basavanna Nagar
One of the nightspots in Bengaluru that redefined live entertainment in the city with an eclectic mix of talented musicians. The interiors add to its appeal as one of the city’s popular expat and adult hangouts, with wooden floors, comfy sofas, and performance space. The beer menu is as carefully crafted as live jazz gigs with everything from IPAs and Indian pale ales to stouts.
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The beer menu is as carefully crafted as its live jazz gigs. photo credit: windmill craftworks
7. Magnolia Bakery Phoenix Market City, Whitefield Main Road
The follow-up to the famous Manhattan Institute’s first India outlet in Indiranagar. There’s an unmistakable NYC vibe that, after all, Magnolia became global thanks to Sex and the City which made its cupcakes a cultural phenomenon. In addition to their fail-proof cookies, we also dig their growing range of Vanilla Bean Cheesecakes and their Home-Style Ice Cream, And then there are the fabulous cookies; Everything here is baked in small batches.
8. On Herbs and Spices whitefield main road
An age old institution in Bengaluru that has remained relevant with its consistent food quality and friendly service. The menu is varied, with everything from Mangalorean to North Indian signature and Italian dishes. Cozy home style setting. is complemented with an array of comfort food, Regulars swear by Thai pumpkin soup, bruschetta and their dessert samples.