Keep It Organic: Best Stores In The City For All Things Organic

Run by sisters, Mamta, Manjula and Malini, Vriksh offers superfoods, farm produce and even organic baby food. So, you will find nutrient-rich superfoods like wheatgrass powder, types of flours (look out for their stock of amaranth flour), spices and millets. They bring in fresh fruits and vegetables once every week so, we suggest you head here every Friday (that’s when the produce comes in) for your weekly groceries. We love that they also have some basic organic cosmetics like lipstick and kajal. The prices here start at INR 30 upwards. 

Covid-19 Update: The Store is currently closed and not accepting orders. Watch this space for more updates

Started in 2007, the Indiranagar store has organic and natural goods ranging from veggies and groceries to special products like apple cider vinegar. Grown on their own farm (near the Karnataka border), their juicy mangoes (during the mango season) are quite popular and must make their way into your shopping list. If you are looking for some healthy snack alternatives, they have organic mixed millet biscuits, millet flax, and ragi flakes. The prices here start at INR 50 upwards. Log in to their website and place your order online.

Covid-19 Update: Their physical outlet is shut, but they take orders via their website and Dunzo. Currently, they are only taking orders for  groceries and fresh produce. 

Calling themselves ‘The Alternate Store’, Nisarga has healthy and organic food, and personal care products. Promoting a healthier lifestyle, most of what you see here is sourced from non-profit organisations, self-help groups and small-time farmers. From organic ghee and eggs to shampoos and laundry powder, this store is a one-stop-shop for all your household needs. The Price here starts at INR 50 upwards (home delivery free for orders above INR 1,000 in Whitefield). Phone orders confirmed till 7pm on Mondays will be delivered by Wednesday, and phone orders confirmed by 7pm on Thursdays will be delivered by Saturday. 

Covid-19 Update:  Delivery in and around Whitefield is available. 

Offering organic staples for over 12 years now, Simply Organics deserves to be bookmarked. Apart from essentials like rice, millets (they stock over 10 varieties), fruits, vegetables, spices and flours, they have a range of health products like capsules and energy drinks, all from Organic India. But what you must look out for are their juices – pick from mango, mixed fruit, orange, and guava versions. The prices here start at INR 50 upwards.

Covid-19 Update: They are open for takeaways, and through Dunzo. Deliveries in Rajajinagar and areas around will take a shorter amount of time, but they deliver to wherever Dunzo does. 

Stocking up on everything from ethically sourced vegetables and grains to chemical-free body wash, The Organic World does wholesome and healthy with its all-natural and sustainable range of products. The store is a one-stop-shop for everything organic, so you will find apparel, decor, bath and body care, gardening tools and even toys for kids apart from your usual groceries. From fresh dragon fruit and avocados to unadulterated spices like turmeric, peppercorns and even flax seeds, you’ll be spoilt for choice here. And. did we mention that they have bamboo toothbrushes too? Go and check them out. The prices here start at INR 50 upwards. They are available on Dunzo. 

Covid-19 Update: Senior citizens can contact them on 9677847922 for priority delivery. They are providing contactless and cashless home deliveries through the city. You also have the option of going and picking it up at the nearest Organic World Store. If you live in an apartment complex or gated community, they undertake community deliveries also online.   

Arogya Organic, an organic store chain in the city has everything that you need to sustain your healthy and organic lifestyle. They stock up on millets, fresh produce of fruits and vegetables, varieties of rice and A2 organic milk and milk products. Apart from staples, find healthy snacks like breakfast cereals, baked chips, juices, preserves and jams, dips and chutneys, honey, jaggery, and dried fruit. 

Covid-19 Update: They are open and you can shop there between 4pm to 8pm. Contact them on 9341991799, 08041487587 (Banashankari branch) or 9108556161, 08041510137 (Bannerghatta Road branch)

Looking to buy organic and fair trade products? Head straight to Grameena Angadi in Jayanagar. All the products are locally sourced from local communities and businesses. Buy organic produce of vegetables and fruits as well as apparel made out of sustainable fabrics. They stock up on home essentials, bath and body care, and cosmetics as well.  You even get hard to find fresh produce like banana stems and flowers, and banana leaves too. 

Covid-19 Update: They are open for picking up. Do contact your closest store for availability of products. You can get their products by setting up tasks on Dunzo. 

If you are still confused and want to go with the commonly known chain of stores, we suggest you head to Namdhari's. This supermarket chain stocks up on fresh organic produce of vegetables and fruits. They also stock up on seeds, superfoods and varieties of rice and grains that one can add to their diet. Pick up fresh flowers and healthy snacks while you are shopping here.

Covid-19 Update: You can order online through their website for a cashless delivery. They are currently delivering organic mangoes, masks, and sanitisers as well

Working directly with farmers and small producers of food, Phalada Pure & Sure is all about clean eating, and of course organic produce. From cold pressed oils, snacks, ready to mix, and even pastas, their range is for everyone who wants good food without worrying about quality. With two stores in the city (Indiranagar and Jayanagar), they also take online delivery orders. Deliveries within Bangalore will take up to five days and deliveries outside will take up to seven days. You can also subscibe to their one year or six month plans for exclusive discounts and free home delivery. 

Covid-19 Update: Do expect delays in delivery. 

Organic Mandya is a chain of stores that works with small farmers and co-ops to get desi milk, fresh produce, and organic essentials. With stores across the city, if you're unable to physically go, they're an available on Dunzo too. Their products are all from their in-house brand, and nutrition is key. Find millet snacks, bamboo rice, Himalayan salt, and desi cow and buffalo ghee. They also sell fresh produce. 

Covid-19 Update: In light of current times, their online inventory only has provisions like grains and spices.