Excellent old school style dining. Relaxed unhurried atmosphere with good food and service. Customers all look like locals who have been coming there for years. Good location in the heart of Bangalore and clean and well maintained.. coffee. Baked beans on toast . Scrambled eggs .must try my frd loves the fish curry rice here also Saw few ppl have turkey on their table Christmas days
If you're looking for a great place to dine in and an ambience that feels like its built to hold intellectual conversations, look no further than Koshy's.
It faces the danger of being overhyped, but that doesn't take away from the great food quality.
This place just oozes old world charm. It’s like stepping into a colonial era coffee house. The food is great too. Roast chicken with stuffing, Prawn Biryani, English breakfast, Pork ribs, Chocolate mousse- all were top notch. Only the steak in Steak & Onions was tad overcooked, even though I had ordered it medium cooked. Planning to go back for some of their breakfast treats once the situation normalises a bit.
Everything just the way I remember it from years back! Happy feel!
Nostalgia all the way: Koshy's has been in the city for decades and has gathered a loyal following ever since.
One can see venerated Bangaloreans (even celebrities) frequent the place and enjoy the western breakfast offerings. The mutton cutlet, Spanish omelette, fish & chips and roast chicken are must-try dishes here (with a pint of bottled beer, of course). To add, the options for vegetarians are minimal. The service has been the same for a long time, both in terms of personnel and quality. There are two seating options available: non-AC (called Paradise cafe) and AC (called Jewel Box), one is sure to find a spot in either.
Overall, a must visit if you're in Bangalore and crave for the good old days.
Definitely a legendary outlet . It has the old world charm of a cafe bar. Any dish on the menu will taste fine. It’s not a gourmet stuff . So don’t expect high dining standards. But a must visit.. parking could be a challenge. We tasted mutton toast and Bombay toast. Both didn’t disappoint us. Will surely visit again.
This is one of my favorites in the city! Truly love the local vibe! The menu is really interesting, if you are looking for steaks, good place to go! From their cafe, im always on the go for their chicken puffs. Amazing simple dishes like mutton omelette, minced meat toast, sandwiches, are quick and easy snack.
A place that hasn't changed much with time, truly nostalgic!
Simple outlet excellent food, tried there Mutton burger and it was delicious, features in legendary outlet of Banglore, it's a must visit, restaurant offers great service and price is also reasonable
Had heard a lot about this place and its history. Loved the decor.. took me back to Malgudi Days. Came here on a Friday morning after a walk through Cubbon Park. The service here was super friendly and always ready with suggestions.
Wanted to try the appam n stew but realised its there only on Sunday mornings.
So ordered some Chutney sandwiches.. omg the bread was sooo softtt.. was delicious.
Ordered some Jam Toast.. got a bit hard towards the end cz they use thick bread.. but damn was yum.
And finally.. the Spanish Omelette. This blew me away. I dont usually order this as its too much of veggies. But one of the waiters suggested this and we went with it. The veggies were sauted perfectly with really good seasoning and cheese! It was perfect.
The prawns biriyani was good.. quantity huge, but nothing special. Their meat puffs tastes homely.
The koshy's special coffee was really strong and the orange juice was so so freshh!
Definitely going back for the appam n stew & mutton omelette :D
Absolutely love this place. Been going here since I was a kid, love brining my grandparents here for breakfast every sunday.
My all time favoutrite is their tea poy
Koshy's is one of the quintessential places that is synonymous with Bengaluru. Being a Bengaluru girl, I'd never been there till now.
So finally, one fine day reached there for lunch and asked the waiting staff to get us what they thought was the best on the menu..
He got us Kerala style Prawn Curry, rice and Kerala style Chicken Fry. All of these were delicious and we were left with that warmth that comes with eating familiar homely food.
We had to try their signature meat loaf and although my fiance loved it, I felt it was a little too dry.
For dessert we ordered their Caramel Custard and Coffee. That was a really good combination, perfect for those lazy Bengaluru weather.
It's an old-school restro-bar with old english cafe type of ambience. Serves tasty english breakfast and north indian dishes. A cool place to hangout with people of any age group.
The cutlet just melts in your mouth. We had veg cutlet, and veg cheese sandwich. The Koshy's special is coffee is much better than any other coffee shops. Vincent Paul from their staff is very polite and always has a smile on his face.
I went here for breakfast and absolutely loved it.
What I liked:
> Food: Ham sandwiches, bacon omelet, mutton cutlet (only 1 for the price, remember)
> Coffee: Koshy's special coffee. But it tasted like regular coffee.
> Very chill ambiance, like the old restaurants. I know from the reviews this one has been around for a long time.
Definitely recommend
An iconic place in Bangalore which makes you feel nostalgic. You see all age groups of people here. Located in the streets of st Mark's road.
It has typical old school ambience. You need to wait for the table during weekends. Service was prompt. Menu is typical continental.
We ordered mutton cutlet, bacon and eggs, tandoori chicken. Mutton was too delicious. Deep fried crispy bacon was amazing. Tandoori chicken was good.
Price is on the higher side for the quantity which is served. But taste and quality of the food is appreciated.
This iconic establishment has stood test of time. Minimal furniture and no frills, it has a huge loyal following. We went early morning for breakfast and ordered Spanish omelette and coffee. Both were served fast and potions were just right for single person. They also have a bar cum restaurant which opens in the afternoon. The old world charm is still intact here.
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Dear Foodies !
My first review in Bangalore- as I recently shifted to this "cool" city.
Well to start with, the reason I chose to write about this restaurant is because my first impression of this place reminds me of my fav place back home. On my first visit, I was not that hungry so I ordered for the Chicken Patties and Koshy's special coffee. The patties was YUM ! I have had so many types of savoury puff pastries but then this place serves the type that reminds you of your childhood- specially if you are a 90s kid like me . It is just the right amount in terms of size AND filling. The pastry is flaky yet not greasy which i know is a very hard thing to achieve. The filling is a very homely preparation of chicken in Indian spices. It might be a little bit spicy but the Koshy's special coffee will help you with that. On my second visit to this place I purposely went a bit hungry so that i could explore more. Also, just incase you know I have only been here for about 15 days and I went there TWICE . The second time I ordered a cream of chicken sandwich, fries to go with that. The sandwich was also very nice- a bit mild so I had to reorder my fav chicken patties . The interesting thing here is that they make their own breads which is why the sandwiches taste so nice and soft. The filling is based out of white sauce but not the Italian type. Overall, for food - I absolutely recommend this place and a must try for everyone !
A slow paced, retro restaurant known for the English breakfast. You get an experience of old Bangalore at this classic restaurant. Know for Spanish Omlette, Bread Toast and Appam (Sunday’s only), a great place for a Sunday morning brunch.
This is a well-known place for having a conversation over a coffee. Good eating choices overall. Variety for vegetarians is little limited. It is one of those slow-paced restaurants where you want to go for conversation and relax.
A classic legendary outlet in Bengaluru reminds you of coffee house.. With uniformed waiters and classic build.. It takes you back in time.. The legend about amazing soft bread of there sandwithes stand true. Try any sandwich and their coffee..
One classic hotel still serving in style ambience will take you back as you step in, with the perfect staff in the white uniform, warm & helpful to suggest and serve you quick.
We just popped in a here for a light snack.
Had vegetable and chicken sandwiches were filled with butter and quite tasty.
Coffee was also good. Very fast service and such a good vibe.
Finally visited The legendary koshys for a brunch and went crazy mad for the service over there, this place still follows the old authentic restaurant style in both service and ambience wise, koshys is a iconic place in Banglore And people love it.
Heavenly English breakfast,I found everything here is like antique. Starting from menu to food, ambience and the employees all will be like they maintained very well from multiple decade. I feel items are little over priced but surely a must visit place if you are around MG road.
The AC section offers a fine dine experience. The curry and rice, pork roast, all well done.
The non-AC section is like a cafe. The bread is soft and moist, sandwiches are well buttered, good ham.
Nice and cozy place located in St Mark's road. Had Tomato omelette with bread butter toast. The omlette tasted amazing. Ordered chicken sandwiches which were okayish. The tea was well prepared and served without sugar.
Have tried their lunch and also breakfast. Lunch was just average, but their breakfast was far far better. But again, I felt it wasn't worth the hype! Prices are on the higher side.
Classy ambience. Professional staff, they definitely made me to remember my old school teachers. Systematic atmosphere.
Best spot to grab some snacks or a meal to refresh the tiring shopping day.
I tried their,
Chutney sandwich
Vegetable cutlet
Cold coffee
Pine apple juice
The food is so yum. Bread of the sandwich is soft that it would melt in the mouth. Loved thier vegetable cutlet. Worth to visit again.
Pro tip:
Do try their chutney sandwich. It’s yum
Perfect place for breakfast, we had spanish omelette, fried eggs, cutlets, baked beans on toast, fruits in vanilla ice cream! Spanish omelette is a must have, and veggie cutlet was a great combo with that! Baked beans were not that great, they were orange in color with lot of sauce in it. This place is very old and was started in 1940 , and you will have a feeling that You stepped back in time once you enter the restaurant.
Caution- its always overcrowded 😀
If you are in Bangalore and craving good old cafe style breakfast, you should head here. If you feel you were born in the wrong era like I do most of time - this is the place for you. The ambience is made rustic and authentic by no air-conditioners, not so fancy cutlery, high ceilings and old fashioned sofas.
I was sure to try their well known Mutton Mince Toast and it was absolutely delightful and really filling. Do also try the Koshy’s Special Coffee. You will not be disappointed. I look forward to visiting this place soon again.
Loveee this place! With its yummy bacon and eggs, burgers and more. The eggnog sort of drink was soooo good! I had it cold and want to have it once more!
I happened to visit this restaurant by chance. We were shopping just next to it. Checked it on zomato and came to know that this is one of the legendary restaurants of Bangalore.
The look and feel of this place gives you vibes of 60s with high ceilings and old style sofas. There is a lot of hustle bustle inside.
We ordered a sandwich and a toast along with tea and a cold coffee. The food was so delicious and the drinks were very refreshing.
The service was top notch. Add to it .. the owner himself came to us and served us with a dish high would never find outside this restaurant. Full marks for the hospitality.
久々のKoshy’sのランチ。バンガロールで老舗と言えばこちら。元々はベーカリーとして名を馳せた同店は、どことなくむかし懐かしい洋食屋さんの雰囲気。メニューは、インド料理から西洋料理まで幅広く、味も美味しい。オススメはアスパラガスのグラタンなど。サービスチャージがないので、店員さんへのチップをお忘れなきよう。
Very old and popular cafe of Bangalore. Has one of the most basic doughnuts which is the best. Their breads are also very good. Great for a breakfast in a quiet corner. They have been trying to catch up with the times but their food is the same. Coffee and sandwiches are good. Staff is friendly and warm. Haven’t tried the other cuisines they offer now.
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Koshy's has a cult following I have been told. I had to see if it is worth it. So I visited for breakfast. It opens at 9 AM . We reached 15 minutes earlier assuming they might start a bit early, but they don't. We were not the only ones who had reached earlier. The seating space is large. It has old school wooden furniture which immediately transfers you to old times. The staff is also courteous and very friendly. They guide you on things to try and are very convincing.
We tried plum cake, bacon omlette, mushroom toast, potato cutlet, Bombay toast (which is french toast renamed) with mango juice, watermelon juice and coffee. Everything we tasted was brilliantly done. They serve a thick milk bread, which is delicious too. The plum cake was outrageous.
The service is really quick and you can be in and out of the restaurant in a jiffy. It is not a low priced place by any measure. In fact it is comparable with any cafe in Bengaluru. But the overall experience is just too wonderful for such things to matter.
The parking is on the lane next to the restaurant. It is at the end of the church street so easy to reach. highly recommended.
Legendary it is - classic finger food and vintage style of serving coffee! Though not having AC facility is a bit of a let down in summer days, it still is a must-do cafe if you are in Bangalore for a while!
Vintage is not an option, it’s a priority.
The old school theme, quick service and delicious food will definitely make your day.
Do try “veg club sandwich” with “cold coffee”
Finally we made it to the legendary breakfast of Kosy's.
Took me back to the India Coffee House of yesteryear.
We were three, ordered Spanish omelette, mutton omelette, and ham sandwich with orange juice, and end it with coffee. And finally we could not resist the caramel custard. All delicious in their own way.
Didn't have lunch that day :)
Worth a visit, specially the b&w photos on the wall take you back in time.
Will visit again for third South Indian combos:)
Hiral Amodia (www.theheebee.com)
+5
WHAT THEHEEBEE SAYS ABOUT KOSHYS
Koshys has been a favorite since I came to Bangalore in 2007. Like the erstwhile Indian Coffee House on M G Road, Koshys reminds us of Bangalore's rich culinary heritage. I have been a regular visitor to Koshys and my favorite time to visit Koshys is for a weekend or holiday brunch.
Koshys is located on the very popular Anil Kumble Circle off M G Road and it is easy to spot it due to the old charming name boards which still adores the place. It is very easy to locate and there might be hardly anyone who would not know its location. There is no parking available near Koshys, hence one needs to park on M G Road, Museum Road or Church Street. Best is to come by public transport and avoid driving on this busy stretch.
Koshys started in the pre-independence era and is currently managed by the 3rd generation of the family. Yet the management has taken care to preserve its interiors as close to the old times as possible. It has very simple wooden interiors but definitely very charming and different than modern interiors. There are two seating sections - Airconditioned and non-air conditioned. The air-conditioned seating is more like a family dining area. The non-airconditioned area is more like a tavern and it becomes noisy during rush hours.
I always visit Koshys taking some extra time. My favorite is to have a few beers along with some simple food and spend time reading a book or writing something. When I visit Koshys, I usually aim to draft 2-3 blog posts while having chilled beer. Among the food, my favorites are Bun Maska, Grilled Fish in Brown Sauce, Prawn Bhajji and Omelette. Sometimes I end up with a cup of delicious coffee.
You can expect variations in service at Koshys. I usually go here taking enough time as I love spending time here. So to me, slow service doesn't matter. The staff is very well versed with the food dishes, etiquettes and are very helpful.
Signing Off
Hiral Amodia
(TheHeeBee)
Koshy’s is my happy. Its an old restaurant to hangout.They always retains the vintage aura to it over the years. I usually spend one or two hours here eating food and reading books.The staffs are very friendly.Am in love with the ham sandwiches they serve.Its a must try at Koshy’s.
Loved the vibe and the old charm of the place. Tried Cheese and tomato on toast, their famous fish biryani, chicken liver on Toast, Caramel custard and fruit cake. The cheese and tomato on toast is the show stealer, please try that if you are visiting. Also the fish biryani deserves a mention.
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Koshy’s, St. Marks Road
If you are looking for a perfect authentic breakfast of old times with classic vintage vibes then don’t ever miss this iconic place. It’s so calming, soothing absolutely simple, classy & British ambiance!!
The menu is also simple with only top dishes. I love each & everything here & I have had a lot of times!! But my personal favourite is their veg cutlet & in house bread toast paired with soft eggs!!
Appam & stew, hot chocolate ☕️ are a vibe. A table at the window, a good book, my favourite breakfast at this place is all I want for a great day!! Whenever I get bored of this modern city life with bling & glamour this is my go to place!
It’s there since more than 50-60 yrs who continue to keep up the same charm & taste. Love the old black & white pictures of Namma Bengaluru. If my mom accompanies me here sometimes she has lot of stories to tell seeing those pictures.
It’s a great place to explore if u really want to experience true Namma Bengaluru vibes before it turned into a tech city!!
Right on the main road on Lavelle Road. It’s one of Bangalore’s oldest and rarest cafe which also sells beer a very rare combination. Just be careful of timings as k. Google it shows open from 11. But from 11-3 both non ac and ac options are open. But from 3-7 the ac section and lunch items are closed. Overall food is very nice but service sucks . The waiters are pretty old and hence they don’t care much so don’t expect a very good service. Price is also very reasonable overall a place you should try
It is an old classic in the heart of Bangalore. With a 90s vibe and music that that's you back.
There is a separate space for the breakfast crowd and the lunch and dinner dining crowd.
The food was good, and the presentation could have been better. We tried the chicken steak and pork ribs with clear chicken soup. Taste was lovely!
Must visit for a classic experience and folks interested in an old-school vibe.
Good place for breakfast to dinner. We had baked fish and mutton korma, awesome test. Must try it and also try fish and chips.
An old world colonial cafe, extremely popular eatery in Bangalore since many decades. Quite an iconic place. They have many signature dishes which are quite popular. Many options available for vegetarians as well. We had mushroom on toast, baked beans on toast, veg cutlet and their famous cold coffee.
Dhananjaya Lankalapalli
+5
Nostalgia for me!! Used to go a lot in the early nineties and now I could manage to go after decades !! Awesome ambience , service was good as there was no one in the AC section. Food is good!
Visited this legendary restaurant to grab lunch. Unfortunately reached there late and did not get the Lunch Menu. However, got the all day menu and it was delicious. Tried the chicken sandwich, mutton cutlet and fresh lime soda and they were excellent.
This is a mandatory place to visit especially for breakfast.
One of the best vintage cafe to have some real authentic British delicacies and along with that one can have amazing Indian cuisine as well.
Oh, Koshy's! Opened in 1952, this place is older than most family recipes. The bulbs and the people, well, they're like timeless relics. They only change when they Die!
This joint is where the past and future have a tiff while you enjoy the show. Forget the food and drinks; it's the characters that steal the spotlight. But if you must munch, try the fruit cake, it's legendary. Pot Coffee? That's a caffeine trip! Kerala Pork Fry, Ham sandwiches, Mutton Cutlets, and the roast pork – they're your taste bud's best pals here.
If you have a friend who is too happy in life, take them here for a few hours after dark, the lighting will instantly douse you in a dose of gloom. Or if you prefer a brighter mood go in the afyernoon , snag a seat at 'Table by the Window.' By the way, that's the spot where Raghav Shreyas worked his camera magic for a photo book. So, do you dare to step into this time warp? Koshy's awaits!
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