It's Durga Puja season; for some, it's about good over evil, and for some, it's pandal hopping. But let's face it, for most it is all about the bhog. We've rounded up the best Navratri and Pujo Menu in Bangalore where you can go and eat to your heart's content.
Check Out The Special Navratri & Pujo Menu That These Restaurants Are Doing For The Festive Season
The Oterra Bangalore
Celebrate Navratri at Ahara, the Indian restaurant at The Oterra Bangalore. The specially crafted thali features satvik delicacies such as Gandharaj Nariyal ka Shikanji, Sabudana Vada, Paneer Makhana ki Bhurjee, Kuttu ki Puri (buckwheat), and Sabudana Khichdi. It’s available for lunch and dinner. offering a rich mix of festive flavours and inventive preparations perfect for the occasion.
When: September 22 to October 2, from 12 noon to 3 PM and 7 PM to 11 PM
Price: INR 1,499 per person
Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel
This year for Navratri, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel is doing a vrat thali at Lush, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant. The thali brings together dishes such as Nimbu Poha, Falahari Raita, Shakarkand ki Subzi, Moongphali ki Kadhi, and Sama Chawal ka Pulao. Oh, and don’t miss out on the Makhana Kheer, a blend of fox nuts, cardamom, and milk that embodies festive comfort.
When: September 22 to October 2, from 7 PM to 11 PM
Price: INR 1,500 per person
GAIA
This Navratri, GAIA, the global vegetarian restaurant in JP Nagar, is doing a Fun-Hari table, a globally inspired, plant-forward menu that transforms fasting staples into gourmet creations. You have dishes such as Pumpkin & Coconut Soup with saffron and crunchy rajgira granola, Sweet Potato Vada Chaat, Paneer Tomato Curry with Singara Roti, and Sabudana & Lotus Seed Kheer.
When: From September 22, all day
Price: Approx. INR 2,000 for two
LOYA At Taj West End Bengaluru
For this year’s Navratri, LOYA at Taj West End, Bengaluru, is doing a satvik menu inspired by time-honoured recipes and seasonal ingredients. They have dishes such as Dahi Kraal, Phaldari Chaat, Mawa Mewe ke Seekh, Sabudana Khichdi, Kuttu Kadhi, and Jhangore ki Kheer.
When: September 22 to October 2, all day
Price: INR 4,250 per person
SOCIAL
All SOCIAL Bangalore outlets are doing a special Navratri thali that features a spread of vrat classics from Aloo Jeera, Paneer in tomato gravy, Makhana, Samak Rice, Falahari Poori, Sabudana Kheer, Sabudana Vada, and Papad.
When: September 22 to October 5, all day
Price: A la carte
Ssaffron At Shangri La Bengaluru
Shangri-La Bengaluru is inviting guests to celebrate Navratri with their specially curated Navratri Thali at Ssaffron. The festive vegetarian feast has traditional vrat-friendly dishes such as Shakandarkand Aur Anar ki Chaat, Sabudana Vada, Dahi Aloo, Makhane Aur Kaju ki Subzi, and Samvat Chawal ke Kheer.
When: September 23 to October 1, all day
Price: INR 2,000 per person
Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield
This year for Navratri, MCafé at Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield is doing a crafted festive menu. There are dishes to savour, such as Sabudana Khichdi, Singhare ke Aloo, Kuttu ki Roti, Aloo Tamatar ki Sabzi, Paneer Sabzi, Lauki Sabzi, and to end on a sweet note, Makhana Kheer.
When: September 23 to September 30, from 7 PM to 11 PM
Price: INR 2,000 per person
ITC Windsor, Bangalore
This Durga Pujo, Raj Pavilion at ITC Windsor is doing a Bengali Food Festival with a curated menu that captures Bengal’s culinary soul. Dig into dishes such as Kumror Jaali Bhaja, Haansher Deemer Devil, Aam Kasundi, Aloo Posto, and Phoolkopir Dum. Indulge in Goalondo Steamer Curry, the rich Kosha Mangsho, the iconic Chingri Malaikari, and aromatic Kolkata Style Mutton Biryani. Don’t miss out on trying the desserts that include Bhapa Sondesh, Roshomalai, Patishapta, and Chaaler Payesh.
When: September 27 to October 2, from 12:30 PM to 3 PM and 7 PM to 11 PM
Price: INR 2,500 upwards per person
Esplanade
Esplanade, our favourite destination for authentic Calcutta cuisine, is set to celebrate the spirit of Durga Puja with a grand 5-day buffet feast. We are talking a curated menu showcasing Bengal’s festive culinary traditions that includes Daab Chingri, Kasha Mangsho, and Chital Macher Muitha. All these, along with seasonal delicacies like Echorer Kofte Curry, Katla Macher Roast, and Pomfret Kalia. There are also household favourites, including Murgir Lal Jhol, Luchi with Kasha Aloor Dum, and Ghoroa Mangsher Jhol. Don’t miss out on the desserts such as Mishti Doi, Sandesh, Roshogolla, and Ice Cream Sandesh.
When: September 28 to October 2, for lunch and dinner
Price: INR 1,750 per person
