One of the oldest neighbourhoods in Bangalore, Basavanagudi was once home to some of the brightest minds of Karnataka—writers, thinkers, theater artists and others. Today, the busy streets of Basavanagudi still have among them the restaurants these luminaries ate in. In fact, several of these eateries are cultural institutions in themselves.

Chutney, sambhar on the side: Taste Bangalore's best Idly-Dosa in the gullies of Basavanagudi
Forget the spoons and forks; use your fingers to savour the best idlys and dosas in the city, with the twang of chutney and the sweet & spicy lentil sambhar. If you ask ask us how well we know our food, let us assure you that we have been eating here since decades.

Join us as we tell you delectable tales of local history, urban myths and anecdotes as you sample slices of Karnataka at places that vary from hole-in-the-wall outlets to fancy restaurants.