If you thought that the crisp Dosas, fluffy Idlis, and fried vadas found in Namma Ooru constituted the entirety of a weekend breakfast, you’d be mistaken. This list of restaurants will take you on a breakfast crawl that includes everything from Naati Biryani, desi Parathas, heavenly appam and stew to the traditional English Breakfast.
1.Brik Oven, Multiple Outlets (Whitefield, Indiranagar, Palace Road, Church Street)
This most loved pizzeria is now serving a Sunday breakfast menu packed with freshly baked Bagel Sandwiches and Sourdough Sandwiches as well as Toasties at their Whitefield, Indiranagar and Palace Road locations. And if you're in the mood for a breakfast in bed, they also have a takeaway option available. Try the King Oyster Mushroom and Smoked Salmon Sandwich.
Timings: Breakfast available only on Sundays. Whitefield and Indiranagar - 8:00 a.m till stocks last; Palace Road - 8:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m
Brik Oven: Prestige Trade Tower, Palace Rd, High Grounds, Sampangi Rama Nagar
2. BLR Brewing Co, Kanakpura
Hankering after breakfast with a view on a Sunday, and at a brew pub? Then BLR Brewing is the place to go. Their Kanakpura outlet has introduced a breakfast menu with South Indian, North Indian and Continental combos in both veg and non-veg. Try their South Indian Non-Veg Combo that includes Naati style specialities like Paaya Soup and Donne Mutton Biryani.
Timings: Breakfast available only on Sundays. 8:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m
BLR BrewingCo: Paramount Gardens, Jyotipuram, Kanakpura
3. Maverick & Farmer Coffee, Ulsoor
The artisan coffee roasters offer a limited breakfast menu over the weekends. Breakfast skillets, egg platter, pancakes, vegan breakfast options, and even a kid special breakfast bowl are on their healthy breakfast menu. Try their All Things Bacon Skillet which includes house-smoked ham or order the Vegan Chickpea Omelette for a light bite. Come here for a leisurely breakfast morning, sip on their classic brews, watch a football match or two and indulge in an egg-cellent breakfast.
Timings: Available from Friday to Sunday between 9:00 a.m and 12:00 p.m
Maverick & Farmer Coffee: Gate #3, Gangadhar Chetty Rd, Halasuru, Sivanchetti Gardens
4. Airlines Hotel, Lavelle Road + St Marks Road Junction
A breakfast at old time spot Airlines Hotel under the majestic banyan tree, post a refreshing walk around Cubbon Park, is a ritual for many Bangaloreans, and it's the best thing to do on a Sunday. Dig into their utterly butterly delicious Masale Dose and follow it up with a coffee. You should also taste their soft and chewy Mangalore Buns.
Timings: 7:00 a.m to 10:30 p.m
Airlines Hotel: No 4, State Bank of India Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar
5. Hole in The Wall, Koramangala
Hole in the Wall immediately springs to mind when you mention an English breakfast, but their menu offers more than just the famed Sunday Morning Breakfast; it also includes various meaty selections as well as a range of waffles, chocolate waffles, and pancakes. For a filling breakfast option, order the Funky Monkey Waffles that come decked with sliced banana, choco chips, condensed milk, and chocolate sauce. And the best part is that you don’t have to wait for the weekend to indulge in their breakfast options!
Timings: 8:00 a.m to 9:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
Hole in The Wall: 8th Main Rd, Koramangala 4th Block, Koramangala
6. Citrus At The Leela Palace, Old Airport Road
Go straight to The Leela Palace to savour the delectable array at their all-day dining restaurant Citrus, offering a sophisticated breakfast buffet with delicacies ranging from classic South Indian to European and Mediterranean. The buffet offers more than 30 dishes, along with LIVE stations serving hot-off-the counter egg and dosa preparations.
Timings: 6:30 a.m to 10:30 a.m
Citrus: Lobby level, The Leela Palace Bengaluru,, 23, Old Airport Road
7. Vegan Vogue, Indiranagar 80 ft Road
If you're looking to dine at a chic cafe on a late Sunday morning and feel like trying a Vegan Continental breakfast, then Vegan Vogue is the place to go. Pancakes, waffles, and toast are all included in their enticing morning menu. If you're not too hungry, get the Banana French Toast; if you are, order their Breakfast Skillet.
Timings: 12:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m
Vegan Vogue: 80 Feet Rd, Hal, HAL 3rd Stage, Indiranagar
8. Bhartiya Jalpan, Indiranagar 100 ft Road
If you are craving for North Indian fare on a weekend morning, then head straight to Bhartiya Jalpan to get a dose of Poori Bhaji, Desi parathas and Chola Bhatura. Order their ghee laden Bhujia Chilli Paratha or simply go for the Club Kachori for a crunchy bite to munch on with coffee.
Timings: Breakfast available only on Saturdays and Sundays. 8:30 a.m to 12:00 p.m.
Bhartiya Jalpan: 100 Feet Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar
9. Koshy’s, St Marks Road (Nr. Hard Rock Cafe)
This list would be incomplete without the mention of the legendary Sunday morning breakfast at Koshy’s. From a cheesy and meaty Spanish Omelette to their old-fashioned Mutton Cutlet, to the best Chicken Liver on Toast, they've got you covered. Vegetarians can opt for the Sunday special, Appam and Veg Stew while non-vegetarians should try their creamy Mutton Stew and Appam (also served on Sundays).
Timings: 9:00 a.m to 9:30 p.m
Koshy’s: St Mark's Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar
10. Anand Dum Biryani, Hoskote
If you're a Biryani lover and up for a Sunday morning ride, then Anand Biryani is just the ticket. The Mutton Biryani oozing with pungent and citrusy flavours from the ginger, coriander and mint is worth rising early on a weekend. They usually run out of stock by 9:00 a.m, so plan ahead!
Timings: The shop operates only on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays. 5:30 a.m to 9:30 a.m
Anand Dum Biryani: Opposite Chennabyre Gowda Stadium, Swamy Vivekananda Nagar, KHB Colony, Hoskote
Himani Sona
I’m a Bangalore based Culinary Chronicler who finds joy in food storytelling and photography. I like to research and document food narratives through writings, illustrations and photographs. When I’m away from the lens and pen, I’m mostly hiking in the woods.
