Sure, HSR Layout is startup central and has some of the swankier bars and bistros around, but we also love how far INR 500 might just take you in this locality.
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Where To Eat In HSR Layout For Under INR 500
Mumbai Tiffin
Homely and comforting vegetarian north Indian fare rules the roost here. Regulars love the phulka and rice meals {INR 160} and the sweet lassi {INR 50}. Mix-and-match from individual components if that’s more your style – rotis start at INR 15 for the Tava roti, which you can pair with a small dal {INR 80} or a paneer dish {INR 120}.
Where: 1059, 22nd A Main, 22nd Cross, Near Oye Kitchen, Sector 2, HSR Layout
When: 12.30-3.30pm and 7.30-10.30pm; closed on Fridays.
Contact: +91 7829509468
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Art Blend Cafe
Who says you have to skimp on breakfast if you’re low on cash? Waffles {INR 120}, omelets {INR 90 onwards} full-English breakfasts {INR 200 onwards}, and a range of coffee {INR 60 onwards} are what you pick at this cafe. They open early on weekends to make way for the breakfast crowd, so make sure you take advantage.
Where: 659, 24th Main, 22nd Cross, 2nd Sector, HSR Club Road, HSR Layout
When: Wednesday-Friday 11am-10pm; Saturday-Sunday 9am-10pm; Mondays 11am-10pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
Contact: 080 22581913
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Pabrai’s
The Kolkata-based ice cream retailers have a fan following in this part of the country, for their unusual and natural flavours such as Orange and Basil, Black Grapes, Nolen Gur {palm jaggery}, and Wasabi. Scoops start at INR 69.
Where: 964, MR Complex, 27th Main Road, Sector 1, HSR Layout
When: 11am-11.30pm
Contact: +91 9535006187
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Luo Han
Luo Han is dedicated to all-vegetarian Chinese and Thai fare. Regulars love the long list of soups and the vegetarian drums of heaven. You can expect to spend about INR 400 for a meal for two.
Where: 666, 27th Main Road, 13th Cross, Sector 1, HSR Layout
When: 11am-3pm and 7pm-11pm
Contact: 080 64505304
Northam’s Pizza Pita
Spicy Falafel for INR 65? Yes, please. Just don’t look for authenticity or true-blue flavours here. Their pizzas come in Desi, Mexican, and Thai varieties {INR 150 upwards}. You can also try the pita pockets {INR 70 upwards}.
Where: 778, 22nd Main, 22nd Cross, Club Road, HSR Layout
When: 11am-4pm and 6pm-10pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
Contact: +91 8105711811
Arusuvai Arasu Madhuram
There’s plenty of all-veg fare to be had in the area, clearly. This South Indian restaurant {known simply as “Madhuram”} offers breakfast favourites such as idlis {INR 30}, pongal {INR 45}, and a dazzling range of dosas {INR 40 onwards}.
Where: 1st Floor, Fooddays Complex, 5th Main, Sector 6, HSR Layout
When: 12.30-3.30pm and 7pm-10.30pm
Contact: 080 25723543
Cinnamon
All manner of combinations of north Indian fare come at polite prices here. Try the paratha combo {INR 90} or the biryani and kabab combo {INR 180}. Just make sure you order the combos before 3pm, as they’re only available till then. After that time, there are plenty of individual north-Indian dishes for the taking.
Where: 78, Ground Floor, Right Wing, 11th Main, 14th Cross, Behind BDA Complex
When: 12.15-3.30pm and 7pm-10.30pm
Contact: 080 49653564
Pappu Chaiwalla
Look for the piping hot chai in several varieties – Pappu ki Chai {INR 20}, Biscoot Wali Chai {INR 40}, and Suleimani chai {INR 35}. Pair these with classic snacks such as puffs {INR 40}, sandwiches {INR 80 upwards}, or even muffins if you’re feeling fancy {INR 40 upwards}.
Where: 251, 19th Main, HSR Layout
When: Friday-Tuesday 10.30am-10pm and Wednesday-Thursday 10am-9pm
Contact: +91 9036026099, 080 25723488
