I miss a place like this in Chennai and I'd call it my home in Bangalore. Atta Galatta is a place that gets you acquainted with the city if you are new, . . and in the best sense too. . It's a happy pool where people from a variety of disciplines gather. . The space crops down walls and allows for people to pursue their interests, while it can also be as much of a home to solitude seekers. . . Their chai with the yellow lights and if sought, the company of the founders, make for some very fine evenings!
I love this place. We've been frequenting here for the last 3 of our book club meetups and these folks could not have been nicer about it. Great ambience, great snacks and our point-of-contact/host, Palgun has been an absolute delight to work with.
Had such an amazing experience hosting an art workshop at Atta Galatta, Kormangala.
What's more more beautiful than art ? Sharing it :)
Was sooo happy to see such a great turnout and such nice attendes :) We talked, painted, discussed, laughed and made so many memories.
The staff is Super Supportive and very cooperative.
Apart from events, Atta Galatta is my favourite Sunday Go-To place. I love the Mushroom Sandwich and Filter Coffee :D My Fixed Order :)
A must-stop-by place if you enjoy a cozy book shop with some amazing theatre performances or book reading sessions or even to just drop by for a read!
One great option for book lovers is Atta Galatta, an eclectic shop showcasing fiction, a variety of art books, regional, culture, history, and much more. Its is a lively place that book lovers will thoroughly enjoy. Readers can spend hours on end perusing the shelves for the next book they plan on devouring. They also hosts several events throughout the year.
Atta Galatta offers a lot of literary activities, making it a great destination for readers. There are various exciting events, including the book launch, Literature Festivals, panel discussions, readings and much more. This lovely book store has vast collection of books, sure to stimulate the mind of any book lover. Its a must visit place for Book Lovers. Hatsoff to thr Atta Galatta Team.
amazing place! its my fave venue for literary events, books & plays!! bangalore needs more places like atta galatta.
It was my first open mic.
Thank you for giving me this opportunity.
Loved the place and audience.
It will be memorable place for me as it was my first poetry Performance.
I Can Say The Best Place in Koramangala is Atta Galatta, Best in Environment, Quality Food and Value for Price. I Just Love this place
My goto rehab .
a must go for all art lovers and the things that still surprises me is the difference between chai and tea on their menu card :P
I went there today, for the first time . It was such a warm and peaceful place. You can read without getting disturbed and the food is also so affordable and homely.
It's a wonderful place a mix of art, culture, entertainment and of course food.
I love the workshops they hold.
I love revisiting the place. one would feel so much at home here. Very soothing ambience, nice decor, a friendly and courteous staff.
The best place to catch up like-minded people in the town
This is really a bookstore with the cafe attached. One of Bangalore's most popular stores that is known for a slew of events, something happening pretty much every weekend. The food is okay (and that's not the point) and they serve snacks - sandwiches, fries, omelettes, coffees - that go well with browsing or munching quietly while a book reading is on.
A a very nice place if u want to unwind or just hang out with friends. You can read a book drink some coffe and have a really good time. So please visit this place.
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This place is honestly my most favorite cafe of all time. I love the ambience and location they've chosen. Bangalore should have more places like this.
Atta Galata is the perfect workspace in Koramangala. Also serves as a lending library, eventspace, etc, a tiny little cafe is attached to their services.
Are you looking for a place to drop your worries, get away from the bustling city life, sit back, unwind while reading a book and enjoy that simple cup of tea or coffee?
Well, you have arrived.
The prime location of this place helps you to arrive and depart smoothly. This place has plentiful options to buy a book or just sit and read while you sip on tea or coffee and nibble on finger food.
A lot of book launches and events keep on happening. So, keep your eyes open!
I love Atta Galata coz it’s different. It’s a book shop, library, restaurant and even place all in one, cozy space. Menu is basic, stuff you can munch on while you work or read. They sometimes don’t have dishes that are on the menu. Coffee is good, the South Indian kind. It’s the kind of place you can go and get lost in a book, and still keep eating or drinking. Only one grouse I have is the chairs and tables are all rickety. I suspect it’s by design, but please expect a sore bottom if you want to do some serious reading there.
Atta Galata, the place envisioned by each every youngester. It is the spot to meet new people, and it has been the ground for new relationships to develop. One of the very few places where you can sit peacefully without any random music in background. This also allows you to have the best conversations. And to add on to this beautiful and soulful atmosphere, you have the most kind hearted and soft spoken people to greet and serve you with a smile always. The food and books keep you warm, and like they say books are man's best friend. Well here its the place who will become your best friend. And amazing beverage and snacks, that adds to the time spent.
What more can you ask for in the prime location in Koramangala filled with pubs and clubs, a peaceful and serene space with souls to meet.
The most positive vibes a place can give. It's a library, a bookstore, a cafe, a theatre, an auditorium, and what not. If you are in Koramangala and have no idea what to do, just go here.
A good place. Nice surroundings. Great events. So many books to pick and read and also buy. Food is decent. Nothing extra ordinary. Their coffee is quite nice so as the breakfast options like maggi or sandwich. But the place run so high on cultural activities and good, knowledgeable and positive ambiance that these smaller details does not matter much.
The Epicurean Vegetarian
+4
First class filter coffee! Food takes a while to be made and served but it’s hot and fresh and quite tasty. Their bakery breads are also of great quality.
This is the best place to relax in town. Awesome collections of books and such a rejuvenating ambiance. The bakery items are reasonably priced and tastes good. You can have your time, do your work and enjoy beautiful events.
Best place for a book lover to spend a quiet weekend with books amd food.It is very affordable and reasonable.You can grab a book order and read as long as you want to.
It's a bookstore cafe. A very peaceful place but gets very chatty and rushy during weekends. It's a good space to sit down, relax and talk. They offer simple things in the menu at very reasonable prices. They have programmes every now and then.
The only con thing I would say is that they should expand the seating area.
Visiting this place is the best thing that I did here in Bangalore. This is a place started by someone having very pristine and pure emotions (idk the owner, haven't met him eithe, but still can be damn sure about the person's nature just by analyzing the place). This place is purely for a book lover or for anyone in the search of their inner peace.
A well maintained, cozy space with books everywhere. An absolute heaven for readers. Their masala chai was amazing too! You can hole up in here for a few hours without even realising you're smack in the middle of Koramangla and it's hustle and bustle ♥️
This is one of the most enchanting and aesthetic cafe-library to sit in silance and surround yourself with books and the aimbiance of peace. You can get to meet so many people with similar ideologies. The cafe is cool and the food they serve is delicious and refreshing. One of my favourite places in the city.
Loveee this place. Was visiting the city and the manager of my hostel recommend me this place. If you love books , this is the place to be. Super friendly staff and some delicious food. Try the Cheese Omlette when there and their filter coffee. You're bound to have a good time :)
Have been visiting this place regularly since March and I am totally loving it. It's a cafe cum library where people can peacefully enjoy reading books or complete their pending work with some good snacks they offer. This place has a very good collection of books in many languages such as Hindi, English, Telugu, Malayalam. Staff is here is very friendly and food is also good.
overall: 5/5
Ambience: 5/5
Food: 4/5
Service: 5/5
Value for money: 5/5 [only for book lovers]
Their sandwiches and burgers are really good for the price. Also a great place to chill out and network, especially for art lovers. Also, they have great events happening on a daily basis.
I would sum this place up in two words: Bibliophile's paradise. Nice, cosy little space where book lovers would want to hole up. I was looking for a serene environment to sit and pore over tomes in peace and I'm glad I found this place. This was something I was looking for: hold a book in my hand sipping coffee, munching some sandwiches in an atmosphere conducive to learning, all at an affordable price.
My favourite place in Bangalore. Nice coffee , super staff and the best ambience. A good collection of books and coffee- what else u need on earth. Missing this place badly after I have relocated
CA Tanvi Chandra TanShambs
+4
A bookstore with food is a dream come true!
Atta Galata in Kormangala is one such place. You can find not only English and Hindi books, but also books in other vernacular languages.
It's not a full fledged cafe however you can definitely try their coffee and French fries, they are definitely worth it.
Books, coffee and comfort
This place is a must for anyone who loves the smell of book and coffee. Situated in one of the bylanes of the koramangla block 5 market, this place isn't your regular cafe. Apart from the excellent food( chicken roast sandwich and chicken burger was wow), it also hosts several events for art and pet enthusiasts. The menu is limited but the food us made and served with a positive vibe and one can sense that.
There is also a tea menu which is fab.
Ambience- 5/5
Taste-4/5
Service-4/5
Value for money-5/5
It is not a regular cafe, and it is not a place to find a gourmet salad. Instead, it is a place to mingle with the authors stacked up in rows on the shelves. Even if you don't like to read, you could just sit there and say the word: “Lemon Tea”, for the entire book collection to be downloaded into your brain!
Liked the place, I got the right atmosphere to read and the snacks were good. I usually eat fries and sandwiches here when I go. Many regional language books too are available.
I visited atta galatta yesterday afternoon with my friend to study. It was my first visit. I've heard about this place so much for being a readers abode but didn't have opportunity to drop in. Since most of my friends were busy with weekend plans I wanted it to be a productive sat so atta galatta was a right choice. The ambience is perfect for discussions, self study, reading and coffee. We went primarily to study and not to eat. But needed something to stay up since the a/c was at a very comfortable temperature. We ordered one hot chocolate, one Darjeeling tea and fries. The hot chocolate was very nice, Darjeeling tea was okay and the quantity of fries was good for its price. We stayed there for 3-4 hours. We had a very good time. We'll surly go there more often for sure.
Ambience: 4.5/5
Food- 4/5
Value for money- 5/5
Wanted to visit this place since ages. Totally lived up to my expectations. A book worm's heaven. And such delicious food. Even though they have limited options, it's super tasty. And the place is so affordable. Sitting admist books and sipping your coffee = bliss!
A charming bookstore cum cafe where you can relax and while away time ... Waiting for the show upstairs to start. The use of brick n the wave shaped brick pillars, old fashioned chairs all add to the charm. The coffee is just ok, lemon tea bad and the health bars ok. This is the extent of the food we had here bscause we were greedily scouring the place a for Interesting books but sure I'll be back here for upcoming shows and will get a chance to try the snacks here.
Dee (Gastronauts' Den)
+4
Nice and cozy place where you can read up along with the Masala Chai which will keep you going. It would be great if there were more seating arrangement though because people keep on sitting for a long, long time, here. Their tea variants are worth trying. Also, the fact that you will be surrounded by books while you are here, is an altogether different feeling!
Food (Taste) - 4/5
Value/Money - 4/5
On my 'Visit Again' list - Yes
This is not for everyone really. Very niche and inspires intellectual discourse or silently working on your own thing. Like any time you are feeling like you need a proper place to read or solve something without any disturbances then look no further. This is it.
The place: It provides a cafe cum library atmosphere. Its a perfect place if you have a lot of work to finish and you want a friendly atmosphere. I usually go there to finish my assignments
The food: They don't offer a very wide ranging menu but it serves the purpose. They basically offer sandwichs noodles and beverages. The best combination I find there is their grilled cheese sandwich-₹50 and hot chocolate-₹50.
Apart from the place and food I feel this cafe offers the think space.
What a beautiful place ! It's a best place if you have your articles to complete or should make a ppt they have good space and serve your appetite too with good food even though their menu is small. I visit this place often.
This place is a hidden gem. Books and coffee. Perfect if you want to work alone, or have company or if you want some introspecting session with your buddy. This place has a charm. We had filter coffee and fries. This is the kind of place where you would love to unwind after a hectic day.
It's such a calm place where u can just sit and spent hours .. it's a best place if u want to just have a lil bit of alone time with coffee burger and books.. well decorated . Well Maintained and extremely coordial behaviour of the staff. Food is also good. So book lovers go visit...
Ideally the place looks like a book reader's paradise, a book cafe with a very peaceful environment. That was my first impression too. but the place sort started losing its charm. Maybe it was the lack of variety in food.(we weren't there to eat much but their menu is a tease). After an hour of peaceful conversation, almost 50 people walked in. There was a book reading session for children which was commendable. Would love to visit on a weekday and stay there whole afternoon. FYI, they are not open on Mondays.
It has been classified in the quick bites section so don't expect a grandiose menu. It's one of those places which is always buzzing with activities and events. I love their black coffee and usually go their to read or just sit with my laptop to work.
Excellent place for book lovers !
Limited but tasty snacks accompanied with a unputdownable book. Peace.
Ambience is pretty much perfect.. and you get to read as much as tou wish..!
P.s. add marathi section as well.
Amazing place with very courteous staff that will make u feel at home. Not at all a cafe setting even though it is one, which gives nice feeling overall. The cafe provides good homemade food.
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This quaint little place is one of its kind in Koramangala. It is a Library cum Cafe/Bakery. Actually speaking the collection wasn't huge, when I checked it out last year, but it certainly has an abundance of local regional literature with few classics and all-time favourties. There are also a few new books for sale. It also has the serene kind of ambience to write or for working on some solo project, and is also Wifi enabled. I've heard they conduct Poetry readings, Book readings and Theatre Events, but haven't had the opportunity to check out these yet. I really look forward attending at least some of these events. As for the Cafe, it has a humble Menu with few snacks on offer. I had a chicken Burger with some Real Juice last time I went. Tastes decent. It also has a few home baked items, which I didn't try out. Staff are friendly and helpful. The collection could be improved upon. The same goes for the menu. But in these days when reading itself is on the verge of extinction, anything that nurtures reading is an amazing endeavor.
Go here if you live in the neighborhood and want some quiet time with books! I do Coffee and books were meant to be enjoyed with each other.
It has been long since I visit this place.
It was a really nice cozy place. It has lots of book kept there for reading or you can also bring your own books. It was so calm and quiet place. We ordered one French fries and one cheese grilled sandwich. They were tasty. Ambience was delightful to eyes and staffs were courteous and decent.
I so loved this bookstore cum cafe.. it is hard to locate.. just opp Chung wah,koramangala is the building and the cafe is on the 1st floor of that building. They organise plays and sessions also. The collection of books is very exhaustive. Coming to the food, ordered darjeeling black autumn flush and assam masala chai along with masala fries. According to my husband it is the best Darjeeling tea he had till date. My masala chai was also a perfect blend of spices and milk. The fries were superbly done and the dips were amazing. The place is very cheap compared to the area. Must visit for avid book lovers
A sweet and cozy corner smack in the middle of Bangalore. A slice of heaven for any book lover as the ambience is fine tuned to encourage a peaceful time. The crew is polite, sweet and exceptionally hospitable. Take your gang or go alone, they will serve you the best.
The filter coffee is a must try and any food on 5heir menu will delight you. They also have their own bakery, so the breads are especially fresh and wonderful.
A perfect book cafe for your artistic and gastronomic needs.
Good teas. Calm and cosy place. Good place to sit down and introspect on life or read something. They have lot of books for you to read. Food and drinks wont burn a hole in your pocket like most other cafes. Also a good place to get some work done. They have some wifi which you can get access for 30 mins.
My most favourite place in recent times. A very peaceful place to read a book or to discuss about work without any disturbances. Sit here for hours without getting disturbed.
Loved it.
Indeed, this has become my new favourite spot.
A very calm and pleasing place, for you to read books, write ,discuss about work or simply read a newspaper. The cafe' cum library located in Koromangla is by far the most peaceful cafe' I have been to, which has a completely different approach to its customers, where they treat the customers not as a customer but a reader! The cafe' offers a limited and simple menu, but whatever is on it, is simply superb and economical!
They also have a bakery tagged along, with some in-house prepared bakery items for sale.
The cafe' cum library has the right kind of ambience to sit and read, and they also have books on sale and host events like book reading, poetry sessions, etc.
In short, this place is a book-readers paradise in a busy city of this sort.
A must visit with my nephews next time. A good place to join workshops they set up. Love the kids and had a hearty laugh watching the King Midas play. In terms of eating here there isn't much.
A beautiful setting of Cafe along side a book stall. This is place is loved by its patrons for the ambiance it provides ; for this is a book lovers paradise as one gets to read along side sipping some Caffeine. Its menu is very limited has fresh sandwiches which are reasonably priced given the ambiance and the locality of the Cafe. A must try especially if you want a calm place in Kormangla to spend long time hanging.Ambiance: 5/5, Service 4/5, Taste 3/5 and Value for Money 4/5.
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The very credit to discover this fabulous food joint goes to my very friend, who played an inevitable partner in my foodie journey and the stay in Bangalore. On my last visit to the Garden City of India, I was really confused, which place would be good enough to hangout as well as have a good time around Kormangala area, as I have visited more or less, quite a few cafes in the area. On deciding upon this place, I just gave a nod and agreed on meeting at this place. The place though is quite near to JNC, but is quite invisible when one is on a ride. Anyways, on reaching the place, I was astonised by the decor as well as the collection of books. It was literally a library as well as a cafe, only a combination if both. I, being an avid reader, took a bengali literature which had an eerie cover of the book and drew my attention. Just as I opened the first page, my company asked, have you come here to read novels and stuff... lets order something atleast, to which I agreed and ordered a chicken burger and a hot cup of lemon tea(the significance of the hot beverage, only a true reader can know). Moreover, I was down with fever, so my reason was not that much complex. So, came the burger with the tea. As we started our, chit chats, I found quite a few with their lappys and cups of coffee in front of them. The burger was great, though the tea was too sour, even after adding 4 tea spoons of sugar. After an hour or so, I realized I was running late, so I asked my friend to meet at the same place, anytime soon. The place was really great for hangout, though not for really enthusiastic lads and lass who are pro active in their enjoyments. Overall a good place for silence and a great escape from the daily dwellings.
Cheers...
Aanchal Kohly
Been here today. Beautiful place with great ambience which is very calm & cool and consists of all genre's of books 📚 ( book lovers must visit ). They serve great snacks and beverages ( try fruit muffin, cheese sandwich and cup of coffee 🍵 with your fav book 📚😉 ). Staff are friendly 😊 .Great place to spend time alone or with friends .. :)❤
A calm and cozy little place which a haven for book lovers!
Serves a wide selection of books (which you can also buy!). A perfect place for a reading date all by yourself or with someone.
The food is not applaud-worthy though!
Definitely my favorite place to unwind in Bangalore! It came highly recommended by my bestie who thought it was a place after 'my soul'. One visit down and it has managed to become my haven! Love their collection of books, the limited yet appetizing snacks, enthralling events and most of all the 'soul' of the cafe. It's one place where you can unload all your troubles and just soak in the tranquility! I also got to meet the founders- Subodh and Lakshmi Shankar, who were sweet enough to discuss their journey and how they came about building this quaint little cafe which embodies their diverse passions. I'm totally in love with this cafe and would recommend it to anyone who wants to have a taste of what Bangalore really stands for...
A cozy place that gave me refugee on a day where the sky decided to pour cats and dogs. Containing a very small menu and large book shelves for reading, the place also provides space for many workshops and many other programs.
This book cafe was really a great place to just go and read books. They have a really good collection of books and there was a poem recital going on at the time I went (3rd Saturday of the month) and it is a wonderful platform for people to showcase their talent. From the ambiance point of view it was good as there are two huge bookshelves running along the length of the walls of the room.
They have a small bakery/kitchen that is pretty cheap and the items were good. I would not recommend this place as a place for going to eat but any book lover will want to be here to just sit and read the books.
This place is a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Its a cafe and its a bookstore, too! You can come here and just soak yourself in the smell of old and new pages, of fresh and old paint on ink, while sipping into some filter coffee. They have some really great events like Let Poetry Be, which I attended. The initiative is not just unique, but deserves a shout-out for keeping a dying art alive. Also their service is quick, the decor is simply yet homely. Whether you want some time off the grid with a book, or you want to catch up with a friend over some coffee and sandwiches - this place will not disappoint you!
An extremely lovable place with an ambience like nowhere else. A cafe inside a book store, what more can you ask from a foodie who loves to read. And that too at the prices, you'll never leave this place. Limited items on the menu guarantees only great food. Paneer burje sandwiches, roast chicken sandwiches to masala pav food is simple and to die for. Not to forget the all time available filter coffee that reminds you of your grandmother. Take your best book and head over, read eat and relax because it's just that kind of place.
Good places for amazing filter coffee and and chocolate Brownie ! Really loved the ambience ! A true place for bookish lover and a cup of coffee !
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It's unusual for me to review a place without having tried out any of their fare. It's even more peculiar for me to have visited a cafe, spent a good three hours there, and left without biting into any of the items on offer. Well, Atta Galata did prove to be an exception, when we went there a couple of weeks ago to attend one of their events. We did have the tea there, though I'm not sure whether that counts.
It's quite easy to confuse this place for a library, with people poring over books left and right. All of their walls are decked with rows of books - some of them for sale, but mostly for reading. A small counter in the far corner of the room caters to the gastronomical needs of the patrons. The spiral brick pillars, running through the centre of the room, provide a touch of antiquity to the place. Chairs were scattered here and there - you could pull one up in front of the section which demanded your uninterrupted attention. A maths workshop for kids was going on when we arrived, (which made me feel sorry for them).
We had reached early and spent an hour or so sifting through the books, reading bits and pieces. The event, which was a reading of some of the works of Rabindranath Tagore and Satyajit Ray, was hosted exceptionally well. We did want to order a few sandwiches in the course of the reading, but then thought better of it, as we didn't want anything to distract us from the performance. I really look forward to going back as soon as possible, and this time I'll try out the sandwich for sure.
Carolyn Theresa Simon (alittlebitofcaro)
+3.5
A bookworms paradise!
Located opposite JNC, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a good read. I absolutely love the collection of books here, they also have a good number of exciting books by Indian authors that I just can't wait to explore. And yes I'm guilty of it, I judge a book by it's cover almost all the time, well you can't really blame me - all the books I've read with great covers have turned out to be good.
On the food front, I found it to be rather limited, they have some snacks that you can munch on, but the was nothing on their menu that interested me in particular. Just the usuals.
They also have some activities planned for kids and adults, from story telling sessions to book readings - some pretty interesting stuff I must say.
Quite and best , cafe and books , so I had been here it's the best place to read it has cafe in it. it has many books in case of genre and languages. Just loved it .
I discovered this place. It was very surprising to see such an artsy place. It gleamed of all the happening things that I used to notice in college. The food was great although the menu was not very broad. Lot of books to read but mostly in the fiction category.
A haven for book lovers, Atta Galata definitely lives up to its name with all the hustle bustle that goes on in the floor above. Walk into floor 1 of this quaint cafe and you will find books stacked up till the ceiling, covering all the walls around. Doesn't it sound just so delightful? Unleash the reader in you and pick a book of your choice in the many languages that they come in, and settle down to an evening of absolute bliss.
This cafe satisfies your stomach and your soul. Although the menu is limited, the food is excellent and the steaming cup of delicious filter coffee is what I enjoy sipping on while devouring the rest of the items on the menu. Snack on the chicken burger and the masala omelette, whilst you continue enjoying the quiet ambience.
The floor above is utilized to conduct workshops, seminars, book readings, discussions and other artsy work. Keep yourself busy every weekend by signing up for the various art-related workshops that take place here.
This is my go-to place! Being a bookworm,this place is where I go to relax and kickback with a chilled lime juice and a book. The chicken burger is amazing and the nutella waffle is heavenly! Every weekend they have some event or the other,like poetry slam, songs,etc. It all helps in increasing the charm of this quaint little place. I hope they are able to sustain their standards.
This place is such a delight to be at. For one, it's a total paradise for the book worms. Two, the smell of books makes it a great place to hang out. Three, it's pretty quite and makes it a sort of library that you can go study at. The menu is not very wide but I promise is very tasty. The chicken burger is the yummiest of all. The biggest plus of this place? They are so friendly on the pocket and you can eat a whole lot, and it still won't feel like a pinch. I absolutely love this place. Must try for all the book worms out there.
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Since the time i am in bangalore.. i had heard a lot about this place. And at last I cud visit it. Well i am a book worm... a kindle worm des daz😎 and dis was precisely why I wanted to visit Atta Galata.
This place is surely unique.. dey hav some very good collection of books.. which can be read aaram se over der.. and also some of the latest books are available for sale. The coolest thing is tht tht hav gr8 collection for kids..
Now why am i writing this review on Zomato?? Wrll because.. this place also serves awesome snacks. We ordered for grilled mushroom sandwich, masala chai and milk shake. Trust me the sandwich was really delicious and when dey say mushroom sandwich.. dey really added mushrooms in it!!
The chai was decent.. what i liked was the tiny Rusk pieces which was served wit it. Also the milk shake was served in a typical bone chine mug which jus made memories of my childhood fresh!!
All in all dis is one place which has the ryt ambience, amazing staff.. awesome collection of books and good food. And wait... most of all this is perhaps 1 place in kormangala which is actually cheap... do visit if u love books.. n in case u dnt then jus visit for its ambience n snacks. Engit Prabhat
For a bookworm like me, its a blessing to have found such a place which satisfies my hunger and reading desires at the same time. The place is strictly not an eating place. More place and area is given to books/reading and workshops. The cafe is like an afterthought. Very limited selection of items, but I tried their masala omelettes and masala chai, and they were absolutely, finger smacking good. When you can munch, sip and read at the same time, time takes a back seat. You just enjoy the book.
They have a very wide collection of... books. varied genres and for different age groups. Do give them a try. Their food and books I mean.....
I must admit that the place has a very limited menu but the ambiance and the books make up for it. You shouldn't visit Atta Galata for the food but rather visit it to read a book or to have a lazy conversation with a friend. The cafe has an Indian home library feel to it and invokes this sense of laziness in you. The service is slow, but you would believe that it is intentional. Come here if you have time to kill and are wondering where to go.
My goto rehab :)
But still when I look at the menu card,the one that surprises me even now is the difference between tea and chai :P
A must go when you are in Bangalore :)
The ambiance of this place is very different from normal cafes. You will find a number of books at this place. People come here to spend some alone time as well as to meet old friends. Its a really calm place and the pillar structures are worth noticing. One thing I did not like about the place was that they have very few items on the menu and all of those items were not even available. We could find very few items that matched our interest. Sandwiches are nice at this place.
My personal ratings -
Value for money - 4
Ambiance - 4
Quality - 3.5
Service - 3
Overall - 3.5
Adorable lil place. Loved the concept. And oh the paneer bhurji sandwich is amazing. The staff is also super friendly. Stayed in bangalore for 10 days and visited this place 5 times.
If you are a book person or a person who like quiet surroundings while working on a laptop or project or like me who likes cheap tasty food with little or no disturbance ,then think no more , this is the place for you .
This place will work as a spa to your mind and tummy.
Very reasonable pricing , good food .
They also host plays on 2nd floor for the same you can buy tickets on book my show .
This cafe should be a little more visible , but then again , it's for a few lucky ones.
So i went here on sunday afternoon to spend some time alone. This place is really good. They have a variety of books, in terms of genre and language. Its a very spacious cafe. I even ordered their grilled cheese sandwich and chai. The sandwich had mashed potato filling alongwith cheese, dont know why. They even had an storytelling event going on. Staff is really friendly and cordial. A really good place to go if you wanna spend some time alone or even with friends. :)
One of those quiet cafes where you can take your work, and at a very low cost.
The ceiling high shelves of books and their filter coffee are an ideal situation for any reader in the vicinity.
I really love going here every now and then.
Just strolling by the roadside one day we saw this beautiful window with the shelves loaded with books which appeared so unresistably tempting to us.. And when we entered inside, to our surprise the place was even more beautiful. The old school ambience and feel of it makes it just so exclusive plus the staff and the owner herself was so polite and welcoming. This place is simply a paradise for all those who love reading and also for all the people who wants to take a break from the city's fast noisy life.. Simply my best discovery in Bangalore as of yet..
Well this is a very relaxing place for people who like to b in a calm atmosphere. A good place to read a book for long hours and its quite economic on the same part. For me as I was longing for a peaceful place at Bangalore its simply an ideal one. Basic food is served here that is simply authentic and much worth its price. And u simply get the best experience wen u get to know a reader like anuja chauhan and simply find a room for inspiring myself.So its simply an awsme place for ppl who like calm atmosphere.
A really great place to sit and have long conversations. Service is great. Price is very convenient. Taste is good as well. And most of all, its like a sound proof place cut off from the noise of vehicles. Recommend to definitely try it with people you want to spend long hours just talking.
I was mesmerised by the place. Such beautiful ambience. All paintings hanging and books around. Amazing place for ppl who love to read to go. But the menu is very limited. The prices ain't expensive either. If ur working on a presentation or need a place to prep for ur exam this is the place for u.
Only if they mind improving the taste and the quality of the food.. the place would be awesome.. Specially for being a bit literature and politics and other related stuffs... and ya.. if u want to be there alone... park urself at ur own risk
Located right opposite to JNC! This is an apt place for all college students to hang out at when we have a long lunch.
The reasonably priced yet delicious chicken burger, the mint ginger lemon juice and the thin and crispy french fries are yummy! A great place to have conversations whilst enjoying great food!
If you are looking for a nice place to sit back n read a book or two with nice food (very reasonably priced) to give you company. This is the place to visit. And you also have lots of interesting events happening here such as plays,story telling sessions, poetry, talks, screening of documentaries.
Oops, not to forgot the staff, they are extremely friendly and the owners of this place are two lovely sweet couple.
Located amidst the bustle of Koramangala This place is definetly all about peace of mind and doing what you like the most i.e., reading. And having said that, their hot chocolate drink is amazing and their menu is priced very economically. They have an appreciable number of books which includes both bengali/kannada literature. The one thing that makes this place stand out is the initiative that they take towards promoting writers. They have writers who come there and talk about their work and their inspiration. Most places are not capable of getting your spirits high on an afternoon but this place is an exception.
Shiva Hatti (Best Of Bangalore!)
+3.5
A place where food and good books come together. Sip on your chai or munch on your fries and indulge in your favourite book. From Enid Blytons to literature in Tamil and Kannada till cookbooks, this place has them all. They have two sections when it comes to books, ones which are up for sale and the others which are meant for in house reading.
A really cosy place with minimal noise, which perhaps makes it a perfect environment to cut off from the rest of the world and keep reading. The seating is just about comfortable and the staff are cooperative. The food is served in a jiffy to the table where you are seated. Read long enough till you feel good and the staff are kind enough not to bother you even if you have finished your quick bite hours ago!
Well the food is just about average. The filter coffee was served piping hot and it did strike more than just the standard notes. The Chai was very well done too. I guess these are best accompaniants while reading and they were pretty much nailed. The Fries were crispy and were certainly fresh. You might not want to choose the burger as it was just about average. I did see a few cupcakes and some brownies on display.
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Theres always a certain appeal to a book store for a bookworm like me. As soon as i entered Atta galata i fell in love. The atmosphere is like nowhere else and sitting there i can fell myself drifting into the world of a million books.
The food there is nothing fancy but its quite worth the cost. Its excellent value for money!! I have fallen in love with their lemon juice(its quite addictive) , brownie and their grilled cheese sandwiches. Theres something quite comforting about reading an old book and sipping a hot cup of filter coffee from an authentic "davara tumbler" while its raining outside with the muffled sounds of Bangalore traffic.
That same atmosphere, friendly staff and constant flurry of activity has me hooked.
There are amazing book readings they conduct there as well as the interesting theatre and art workshops conducted by professionals.
Oh! and i almost forgot when you are there ( you should probably go there once or the book gods will probably scowl at you from their heavenly library) dont forget to buy their amazing Veg burger!!
If you want Great coffee, great books - look no further - you have come to the right place to Ata Galata. The decor and the ambience is the first thing you will notice once you walk through those doors. Its just so relaxing.the best hang out place in Koramangala for all ages
Don't we all wish we get to sit down undisturbed, sipping on coffee with wireless access topped with quality based affordable food at your service?
Well, this is the place to be. I have visited Atta Galatta many times and would surely give my best rating for all the packaged services offered.
I find the staff very friendly, approachable. Ambiance is soothing - not overdone and has a class of its own - Dont miss out on some of the paintings/art work put up!
Coming to the menu - Its simple yet offers an array of items to choose from. Every item is served with care and detail - appealing too.
Most importantly, I find sandwiches, pizzas and their masala pav very tasty. Portions are sumptuous. Pizzas have generous toppings, masala pav is unique and sandwiches are fresh!
What more can we ask for - A coffee shop worth a visit.
To have a hang out spot, rite in the centre of a busy place, and still manage to have some peace and silence, in addition with the beautiful ambience created coz of the books is commendable!!! the smell of the books with tht of the cinnamon rolls I ordered got me to a all new level of high!!
The attenders are amicable and warm, the collection of books are amazing, the food- well there cld be improvement in this area, the programmes for budding poets theatre artists and orators all go to add the love I feel towards this place !!!
If u love books, need a place to meet someone to spend quality time with someone, not too particular about the selection of cuisines, atta Galata is ur place :)
Wow! This cafe just kept me sitting there working on laptop straight four hours without getting bored for a second.
The decor and the ambience is the first thing you will notice once you walk through those doors. Its just so relaxing.
Food is pretty decent. Must say the cheese sandwich is mouth watering.
Naveen Suresh (Bangalore Epicure)
+3.5
Atta Galata is an apt place for "Coffee & Conversations". I happened to visit along with few friends for some discussion and this place was suggested by TheFlyinGlutton. I should really thank him for advising this beautiful place. I did not find difficult in finding this place near Jyothi Nivas College, Koramangala.
As I said in the beginning, if you wanted to have nice conversational meet, visit without second thought.
This Cafe is more like a library with so many book racks surrounded by dining tables. Decor is impressive though!
Their menu is very simple with limited dishes at pocket friendly prices.
We ordered Mango Milk Shake, Lime Juice, French Fries and Slice of Pizza!
Mango milkshake was superb with right amount of sweetness. French Fries were perfectly fried but we were bit disappointed with pizza, looks like they reheated the pizza and there were no much toppings on it. It was neither margaritas nor topping based one!
Staffs are very nice,attentive and have lot of patience!
Highly recommended place!
Overall:
Taste: 3.5/5
Quality: 3.5/5
Ambiance: 4/5
Service: 4/5
VFM: 4/5
If you are looking for a bookstore along with a cafe then this is the right place to be. I have been here several times and its a homely atmosphere. They have various books on all topics. You can have some snacks and coffee while browsing your favourite book. If you are here on a weekend you can witness a book launch or an event happening. (like the one in the attached pics)
Do visit once if you are around Koramangala
This is a bookstore cum library cum workspace cum cafe. Not to mention, it has regular live music, art and poetry workshops and theatre pieces. They have a great collection of books on sale, and some very nice books that you can sit around reading. A lot of people come here to sit and work while snacking occasionally. A very happening place, in a number of different ways.
Went for the performance of the “Ashram Mandali” doing a different version of Kaikeyi & Manthara from Ramayan.
This place has a hall as well for poetry reading and other performances. Quite small- could be called as cosy. Has reading area for books lovers- but it’s not sound-proof.
Are you looking for a place to drop your worries, get away from the bustling city life, sit back, unwind while reading a book and enjoy that simple cup of tea or coffee?
Well, you have arrived.
The prime location of this place helps you to arrive and depart smoothly. This place has plentiful options to buy a book or just sit and read while you sip on tea or coffee and nibble on finger food.
A lot of book launches and events keep on happening. So, keep your eyes open!
It's not so often one finds a nice bookstore which serves good coffee and has great ambiance. Atta Galatta is hidden cozily in the nooks of Koramangala.
The place has a soul and a sense of warmth about it.
It has events happening throughout the week which are really fun and interactive. Definitely a great place for kids.
The staff is warm and generous and treat you with care. The collection of books here is pretty decent.
If you are in Kormangala and want to get away from the bustle of the city just visit Atta Galatta and enjoy your book with a nice cup of coffee.
Atta Galatta is one of the most amazing chill-out places in Kormangala. The Place is closed on Mondays but open till 8pm every other day. They host a lot of events and all are really good. I always attend a play / open mic / meetup on a Weekend here. The place serves a small menu but everything is so home-like tasty. My favorite is the Mushroom Sandwich i.e. for 60/- only and I also like their Maggi, its the second best after my Mom's. They also sell books & have some books to read. since it is a library cafe. They also put up little small gifts / artworks for sale. I love this place and it is literally my Sunday Go-To place.
Atta Galatta is a beautiful place to buy books
They have a interesting collection of regional books.
When I first came here I was surprised to see that they also have bengali books. Atta Galatta also hosts quality events.
Events are hosted at the 3rd floor.
It is a wonderful place for book lovers, there is a bakery inside for you to grab a tea. They even have some events there at times. I wasn't very impressed with the selection of books, but still they have a good collection. It's a quiet and calm place to spend a few hours. And there are discounts for some books, which makes going there more worthwhile.
There were no programs on the day I went to explore this place. But this reading area with books for sale as well is a haven for those who are looking for a quite corner to read and write. A very reasonably priced and with tasty food serving cafeteria takes care of your hunger pangs and tea/coffee cravings. It has that old world library charm to it. Must visit.
This place has a lovely ambience to it. When you enter, you don't think much of it at first. Just a reading space. But then there are these little things and artefacts everywhere. The walls are lined with books, with option to buy as well. They sell bookmarks, postcards, you can even order food. From sandwiches to maggi to juices, they have the lot. Do visit if you're in town!
It was a nice place bookworms , reading , coffee and many more , it's a well lit place, great collections and a perfect place for you alone or with friends - staff are quite friendly too
Love to come back again
Lovely place to enjoy plays. My very first theatre experience in Bangalore. The fun part is they have a small cafe/library on the first floor. When we went there they had a story telling session for kids going on. Lovely environment
My favourite place in Bangalore to just have some 'me time'. The atmosphere inside the cafe is so peaceful. You can just read a book and sip on nice masala tea and maggie 😍
Imagine a book store that served you great food and enacted great plays just for you! This is the go to place for you and your friend if you enjoy theatre, a cosy ambience, good food and a wide selection of books in many languages to pick from for a good read!
Nice cosy place for people who love theatre and books. Parking to be managed by the visitor.
A nice place for book lovers, in the heart of Kormangala. Ambience is calm and books around attract one to drown in the world of books. I recently attended a book launch. Well arranged event.
Awesome Ambience, quiet, cozy place located in Kormangla. A must visit for book worms and nerds.
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