In a month packed with festivities and public holidays, Bengalureans will always find the time to explore a new restaurant, especially if we come bearing good news! After all, this October, there’s a new celebrity-favourite spot from Mumbai that has landed in Namma Bengaluru, apart from a Michelin-starred chef’s newest venture, and even a speakeasy hidden away for those nearing 30. If this ain’t exciting, we wonder what is! So, check out our guide of the 10 new restaurants in Bengaluru you need to make your way to this October.
10 New Restaurants In Bengaluru To Check Out In October 2025
1. Marseli
HSR Layout has a slice of Europe, at Marseli, Bengaluru’s newest cafe for slow-fermented sourdough breads, baguettes, brioches and foccacias. Boasting 300 handcrafted offerings, thoughtful beverages and a warm, European-inspired ambience, Marseli has an inviting vibe. The Parisian-style patisserie counter is the centrepiece, while the Italian gelatos, handmade pasta and pizzas will have you dropping everything at a drop of a hat to dine here.
Where: 24th Main Road, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru – 560102
When: 7 am to 11 pm
Cost: ₹1800 for two approx.
2. Mirth
Bringing Old Bangalore’s ’90s pub scene back in vogue are four lifelong friends and fellow whiskey lovers turned foodpreneurs. Sundeep Reddy, Arsau Elango, Santosh Balan, and Prasanna Govindappa have launched Mirth on Indiranagar’s 100 Feet Road. Mirth is a cosy 65-seater tipple where handcrafted whiskey cocktails meet bold Asian flavours that beautifully mingle with the richness of Maharashtrian and Goan cuisines. Here, a Goan Ros Omelette-inspired plate and Pour Me A Slice (whiskey infused with blue cheese) will leave you intrigued.
Where: 2nd floor, Ashok Terrace, 303, 100 Feet Rd, Indira Nagar 1st Stage, Stage 1, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038
When: 5:30 pm to 12:30 am (Monday to Saturday) | 12 pm to 11:30 am (Sunday)
Cost: ₹3000 for two approx.
3. One Floor Down
Bengaluru has a new speakeasy, and it’s only for 27+. After all, at One Floor Down, there’s a philosophy that the brain only finishes developing around 27, which means wisdom pairs better with wine(or any spirit). There’s no gate crashing cause Pablo, the enigmatic doorkeeper, will check your IDs to see if you belong! Created for those turning 30, the cocktails are liquid stories (think rum-banana-tahini infusions and tequila-pickled grapes combinations), and progressive plates are table turners.
Where: No 90 Above Titan World, Marathahalli, Service Road, Outer Ring Rd, Chandra Layout, Marathahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560037
When: 5 pm to 1 am (Thursday to Saturday)
Cost: ₹2500 for two approx.
4. By The Blue
Grand Mercure Bangalore has a stunning poolside restaurant, ‘By The Blue’, with a specially crafted menu celebrating age-old Indian cooking techniques. Evoking the warmth of Indian kitchens, the fine-dining space dishes up lip-smacking signatures like the dum-cooked Paradha Nashin Biryani, soothing Nariyal Shorba and even The Front Fire, an expertly crafted cocktail. Tuck into expertly crafted Indian dishes while soaking up the relaxing poolside ambience at this new restaurant in Bengaluru.
Where: Grand Mercure Bangalore, Swami Vivekananda Rd, Rahat Bagh, Nagavarapalya, Bengaluru, Karnataka
When: 7 pm to 11 pm
Cost: ₹2500 for two approx.
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5. Vesparo X Pulse
Bengaluru has a one-stop destination for high-energy clubbing, a quiet rooftop dining and a chilled space for drinking with your buddies. And that’s Vesparo X Pulse, a rooftop restaurant with a private club. Perched in Indiranagar’s 100 Ft Road, sits Pulse, a private club within Vesparo for pulsating beats. On the second floor, you’ll walk into a sophisticated dining space for European classics and inventive fusions. The third floor opens up to a breathtaking rooftop space with moody lighting, which makes it a perfect place to sip a handcrafted cocktail.
Where: KRISHVI Evara, 2018, 100 Feet Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560008
When: 12 pm to 1 am
Cost: ₹2,000 for two approx.
6. Zarqash
Michelin-starred Chef Rohit Ghai, one of London’s most celebrated chefs, marked his long-awaited India debut with Zarqash, The Ritz Carlton Bangalore’s newest reimagined culinary destination. Chef Ghai, known for his expertise in progressive Indian dining, pays homage to India’s soulful classics at Zarqash. From slow-cooked Murg Kala Masala to Cauliflower Steak Makhani to Raan Sikandari, at Zarqash, a Michelin-starred touch is experienced with every bite. Zarqash is one of the hot new restaurants in Bengaluru you must visit this month.
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore, 99, Residency Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025
When: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm, and 7:00 pm to 11:30 pm
Cost: ₹5000 for two approx.
7. Circa 11
A new shape-shifting dining room sits unassumingly in Indiranagar. That’s Circa 11 for you, a space that effortlessly transforms into a coffee shop, a restaurant and a cocktail bar. With 25 sauces prepared in-house, a locally-inspired menu and bar program, and warm interiors, Circa 11 has an ever-shifting vibe that’s quite infectious. There are playful cocktails with witty names like Bellandur Foam; freshly brewed coffee served in a handmade cup, and small plates like stuffed zucchini blossoms that balance craft and play.
Where: 12th Main Road, Indiranagar, Bangalore, India
When: 6 pm to 12 am
Cost: ₹2,500 for two approx.
8. Royal China
Royal China has many fans. Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ananya Panday, and Abhishek Bachchan are some of them. For 20 years, the Chinese destination has earned its place as a favourite amongst discerning diners. And now, the celeb-approved haunt has arrived in Bengaluru’s UB City, bringing with it a legacy of top-notch Crispy Aromatic Duck with Pancakes. The Cantonese restaurant also has an array of vegan, gluten-free and Jain-friendly options, apart from an impressive beverage program featuring teas, wine and handcrafted cocktails.
Where: 2nd Level, UB City, Concorde & Canberra Blocks, 24, Vittal Mallya Rd, KG Halli, D’ Souza Layout, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
When: 12 pm to 3:30 pm and 7 pm to 11:30 pm
Cost: ₹3,000 for two people approx.
9. Brix and Barrells Craft Brewery
Spread across 30,000 square feet, Brix and Barrells Craft Brewery is Whitefield’s newest destination for live music, global cuisine and of course, great beer. The two-storeyed microbrewery has a 500-seater capacity. It’s the perfect place to unwind on a weekday over a plate of Achari Mushroom Tikka and fiery Naga Ghost Seekh and a host of craft beers and cocktails. There’s Mango Madness for those who like fruity drinks and Wit Wall for a refreshing punch.
Where: 28, 2nd Phase, Doddanakundi Industrial Area 2, Mahadevapura, Bangalore
When: 12 pm to 1 am
Cost: ₹2,500 for two
10. Nombre Coffee
Nombre Coffee in JP Nagar promises to be more than just a cafe. It’s a space that nudges you to embrace the slow life, at least for a bit. Adorned with pebbles, minimalistic interiors and the quiet humdrum of coffee machines, it’s all about the smooth vibes, bold blends and perfect pour. Tuck into a plate of Roasted Mushroom and Cream Cheese, sip a cup of matcha and enjoy the quietude over a specialty brew.
Where: 9th Cross, 1st Main Rd, opp. Mini Forest, 3rd Phase, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560078
When: 8:30 am to 11:30 pm
Cost: ₹1,000 for two
Bengalureans, which of these new restaurants in Bengaluru do you plan on heading to first?
Cover Image Courtesy: Supplied (One Floor Down and Royal China)