Bengaluru is synonymous with its diverse coffee culture. From the filter kaapi prepared piping fresh in darshinis to the specialty brew at a neighbourhood cafe, it’s a city that promises a splendid cuppa joe to meet the different budgets, moods and diverse preferences of Bengalureans. If you’re looking for a cosy set-up to work, unwind, sip your favourite coffee or experiment with a speciality brew, then here are the 8 best coffee shops in Bengaluru you need to head to.
8 Best Coffee Shops In Bengaluru
1. Benki Coffee
One of the best coffee shops in Bengaluru, Benki Coffee in Jayanagar caters to javaphiles. Every cup is crafted to perfection with high-quality beans sourced from coffee estates in Sakleshpur. On the menu, you’d find their signature Saffron Latte, Asava Cold Brew and Lotus Latte, apart from the classic coffees. And if you fall in love with their brew, you can always take home a packet of freshly roasted coffee and handcrafted chocolates as souvenirs.
Where: 335, 36th A Cross, 9th Main Road, 5th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore
When: 8:30 am to 9 pm
Cost: ₹300 for two people approx.
2. Kopitiam Lah
Bengaluru has “kaapi”. Malaysia has “kopi”. And Indiranagar in Bengaluru has Kopitiam Lah. This Malaysian-style cafe is like a breath of fresh air in the city’s jaded coffee scene. From the Malaysian Kopi to Kaya Milkshake to Pandan Brew to Milo Cold Kopi, every cup opens a new door to flavourtown. Accompaniments like the Mandarin Roll Cake and Curry Puffs, would transport you to a Malay coffee shop, without a flight ticket!
Where: Ground Floor, 1088, 12th Main Rd, Doopanahalli, Indiranagar, Bangalore
When: 8:30 am to 5 pm
Cost: ₹1,800 for two people approx.
3. Maverick & Farmer Coffee
Think speciality brews, delicious food and a cosy space to get some work done and you’d instantly book a ride to Maverick Farmer & Coffee. With a roastery and two outlets in Bengaluru( Koramangala and Ulsoor), Maverick & Farmer Coffee is one of the few farm-to-cup coffee brands in India. Their elaborate menu features manual brews, cold brews and signatures including the world’s first clarified cappuccino, that’s almost colourless. Now, that’s a first!
Where: 32, Gangadhara Chetty Road, Ulsoor, Bangalore
When: 8:30 am to 9:30 pm
Cost:₹500 for two people approx.
4. Ajji House By Subko
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One of the finest speciality cafes to emerge out of Mumbai, Subko opened its first sit-down in Bengaluru: Ajji By Subko. Housed in a 70-year-old home, spread across 2,500 square feet and two floors, this coffee shop offers a cosy yet breathable space for you to sip your Peppermint Mocha and bite into the flaky croissants and speciality chocolates, without a care in the world.
Where: 105, Kengal Hanumanthaiah Rd, opp. Corporation Bank, The Courtyard, Shanti Nagar, Bengaluru
When: 9:30 am to 10 pm
Cost: ₹500 for two people approx.
5. The Caffeine Baar
Perched bang in the middle of Church Street, The Caffeine Baar beckons you to take it slow. Order a cup of coffee, tuck into their all-day breakfast platter and treat yourself to their house special Mocha Tres Leches. That’s the good life! The muted interiors and outdoor seating overlooking the busy street let you enjoy the Bengaluru weather, with a coffee in hand of course! No wonder it’s one of the best coffee shops in Bengaluru!
Where: 46-1/1, 46-1/2, 46-1/3 And 46-1/4, Old 14D, Shanthalanagar, Church Street, Bangalore
When: 8:30 am to 11 pm
Cost: ₹600 for two people approx.
6. Suay
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If Vietnamese Coffee is your jam, then Suay is your abode. With coffee beans sourced from Vietnam, Suay promises a cafe experience that’s distinct from its counterparts. The result? A cup of Vietnamese coffee brewing on your table in a phin filter. For remote workers, Suay has free Wi-Fi apart from their elaborate menu boasting Asian bites like Bahn-Mi, Katsu Sando and Pandan Coconut Cake. Pro tip: if you like coconut, you must try their Coconut Latte.
Where: 7, 5th Phase, Outer Ring Road, JP Nagar, Bangalore
When: 11 am to 11 pm
Cost: ₹1,400 for two approx.
7. Gully Coffee Roasters
At Gully Coffee Roasters, you’re welcomed to a no-fuss space with minimal decor, potted plants and a sign on the wall that reads: “Be the person your cat thinks you are”. The coffee machine has a clearer directive: “This machine kills fascists”. So, this place promises to take care of your coffee fix with its cheeky messages and hot brews. You’d find cortado, cappuccino and bullet proof coffee here alongside burgers, pizzas and fries.
Where: 28, Ground Floor, Khb Colony, 4Th/B Cross, Koramangala 5th Block, Bangalore
When: 11 am to 11 pm
Cost: ₹500 for two people approx.
8. Tim Hortons
Canada’s favourite coffee house, Tim Hortons opened its first outlet in India, in Bengaluru. And if that isn’t reason enough for you to visit, then their signature French Vanilla Brew, melt-in-the-mouth doughnuts could change your mind. Sitting in the prominent locality of Koramangala 8th Block, Tim Hortons is a fine place to chill and savour your cuppa joe with fresh croissants and bagels.
Where: 577, Ground Floor, 80feet Road, Ganapathi Temple Road, Opposite Park, Koramangala 8th Block, Bangalore
When: 12 am to 4 am and 8 am to 12 am
Cost: ₹1,000 for two people approx
Whether it’s specialty brews or high-quality, cups, we know which of these best coffee shops in Bengaluru are our favourite. Do you?
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