I’ve spent a major part of my student life in Bengaluru and have always had month end issues. Yeah! Same ones like laziness, no cash, submissions etc. The funny thing is your hunger is inversely proportional to the money in your account. Bengaluru has a number of options for times like these. Every nook and corner has something brilliant to offer, that fills up your tummy and fills up your heart with joy and all at a very affordable price.
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Yes! You heard me right! Here’s a list of 7 places in Bengaluru that serve delicious and filling meals all under ₹200.
1. Shivaji Military Hotel, Jayanagar
This bustling joint in Jayanagar is known for serving one of the best biryanis in Namma Bengaluru. Easy on pocket and right in the feels. They serve meat-based biryani in palm-leaf cups or what they call donne. You might need to get there earlier because its always crowded and people are always lining up for the lovely food.
Where: 718, 1st C Main, 45th Cross, 8th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore
When: 8 AM to 3:30 PM
How Much: ₹175 for one
The special Mutton Biryani – ₹175
2. Masala Dosa At Vidyarthi Bhavan, Gandhi Bazaar
Fill your tummy with some South-Indian delight at this iconic joint which has been for around 74 years in the city. Crispy ghee soaked Benne Dosa, Chow Chow Bath, Idli Vada and Poori Saagu: Each dish here is rated less than ₹60 & filling.
On a typical day, the queue outside this restaurant is no less than 50 people.Good and economical meal! It comes at a price of your patience.
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Where: 32, Gandhi Bazaar, Near Gandhi Bazaar Circle, Basavanagudi, Bangalore
When: 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM, 2 PM to 8 PM
How Much: ₹100 for one (approx.)
3. Parathas At Bobby Da Dhabba, Ulsoor
Craving some ghee roasted paranthas? Head to Bobby Da Dhabba in Ulsoor and satisfy your taste buds with amazing paranthas and Punjabi Vegetarian food. This budget friendly place is always crowded and for the right reasons.
I personally am a fan of their aloo-piyaaz ka parantha and lassi. Full dhaba feels!
Where: St John’s Road, Near Ulsoor, Bangalore
When: 12:30 PM to 3 PM, 7 PM to 10:30 PM
How Much: ₹100 for one
4. Sumptuous South Indian Meal At MTR, Lalbagh
Good South Indian food awaits you at this heritage hotel, MTR or Mavalli Tiffin Room restaurant near the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens. Though you have to wait in a long long queue but its all worth it when you sit down here and devour the food.
Order in a South Indian Meal and yes! It is delicious plus not a hole in the pocket.
Where: 14, Lalbagh Road, Mavalli, Basavanagudi, Bangalore
When: 6:30 AM to 11 AM, 12:30 PM to 2 PM, 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM
How Much: ₹150 for one
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5. Poori And Benne Masala Dosa At CTR, Malleshwaram
CTR in Malleshwaram is a place for all the Benne Masala Dosa lovers. Located in the chaotic Malleshwaram this restaurant serves such nice homely food that you’d want to go here, again and again.
And all in budget!
Where: 7th Cross, Margosa Road, Malleshwaram, Bangalore
When: 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 4 PM to 9 PM
How Much: ₹100 for one
6. Chicken Dishes At Kamats Palate Corner, Sampangi Rama Nagar
Non-veg lovers! You don’t have to be disappointed as you can have the best chicken dishes without burning a hole in you pocket at the Kamats Palate Corner in the Sampangi Rama Nagar.
The Chicken Biryani here is for ₹180 and I personally am a digger for it!
Where: 650-C, Opposite Kanteevara Stadium, Rajaram Mohan Roy Road, Richmond Road, Bangalore
When: 12 Noon to 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM to 11 PM
How Much: ₹200 for one
7. Khan Saheb Grills & Rolls, Indiranagar
With both veg and non-veg options Khan Saheb Grills & Rolls is the best place to be when you want an economical and filling meal. With their speciality as Mutton Bhuna, babycorn tikka and veg tikka roll, they’re one of the few best rolls in the town.
A satisfying roll here costs no more than 150 rupees. Amazing right?
Where: Ground Floor, Sri Shiva Sai Complex, 13th Cross, 7th Main, 2nd Stage, HAL, Off Double Road, Indiranagar, Bangalore
When: 12:30 PM to 11:30 PM
How Much: ₹150 for one
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