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Idylll

Plot No. 608, 12th Main Rd, HAL
2nd Stage, Indiranagar,
Bengaluru 560038
Mob:0 63643 15734
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Meal for two: Approximately R3500
+ taxes, without alcohol

Impossible as it seems, apparently, there’s
room for more restaurants in Indiranagar.
The latest to open is Idylll on 12th Main. The
highly-styled space is set under a transparent
layer and dining spaces are spread across
two levels. Frescos and art complement the
monotone walls.
On the first floor, a circular island bar is
where the action is. Cocktails crafted from the food menu is distinctly Indian, with Lamb Chops, with the intensity of ginger,
desi ingredients are the signature style here. dishes from the vibrant states of Rajasthan, Pandi Pork Bao and Chorizo Kachori Chaat.
The music, lighting and seating create the Kashmir, Lucknow, Orissa and Maharashtra. Main courses are more conventional with
ambience for mellow hours that can be spent Vegetarian small plates include dishes such Dal Makhni, Chaman Qalia, Butter Chicken,
sipping the bartender’s creations with names as Ajmeri Kadhi Kachori, Kathal Dim Sum Laal Maas and Goan Fish Curry.
like Amla Picante and Kashmiri Old Fashioned. and Baingan Chokha Hummus. For non- For dessert, try the Mango Kalakand or
Even with its contemporary overtones, vegetarians there are dishes like Inji Puli the Mizoram Wild Rice Kheer.

Bombay

Brasserie

Orion Mall, Unit #24,
Upper Ground Floor, Rajajinagar,
Bengaluru 560055
Mob: 0 74115 65807
Meal for two: Approximately Rs 3000
+ taxes, without alcohol

Bombay Brasserie finds a new home in
Bangalore at Orion Mall. It’s a sprawling
indoor space with lots of elements evoking
the rich craft traditions of India. There’s a
vibrant kite-lighting feature suspended from and Bhut Jolokia, showcasing them in Small Try also the innovative desserts such as
the ceiling and an Incredible India Wall Plates that include Hot Kadhi Samosa Chaat, Chocolate Rocky Road and Bombay Ice-Cream
that’s adorned with a series of picture frames South-inspired Mushroom Pepper Taco and Sandwich.
representing India’s rich history through Street Fried Chicken. Hot Plates and Street An attractive bar serves inventive drinks
paintings, maps and recipe books. There’s Grills come in the form of Paraath Paneer and with Indian accents. The bar menu features
also an entire wall dedicated to hand-painted Charminar Murg Boti. The Big Plates and signature Pauwa Cocktails, like the classic
wooden dolls. Biryanis section offer Pulled Jackfruit Masala Janta Bar or the refreshing Bombay Rita and
The new food menu uses many of India’s with Curried Butter Parotta, home-style Desi Cocktails, namely Keri Magic & the
distinctive ingredients like black stone flower Punjabi Cooker Chicken and Egg Tadka Biryani. Smoked Murabba Barni.

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