Spicy, seafood-forward, and rich with the nutty-fresh flavors of coconut, Mangalorean cuisine is a delightful culinary experience. If you’re in Bangalore and haven’t yet explored this coastal city’s food, here’s a guide to some top spots offering the most authentic Mangalorean dishes.

In a city where diverse cuisines are celebrated, Bangalore boasts several specialty restaurants, from Brazilian to Malaysian and Japanese. However, local delicacies, especially those from the neighboring coastal city of Mangalore, continue to win the hearts of diners.

Mangalorean cuisine is known for its bold flavors, influenced by colonial history and coastal produce like fresh seafood, coconut, tamarind, and jackfruit. With hints of Konkan and Portuguese influences, popular dishes include Chicken Ghee Roast, Fish Fry (particularly Seer), Gassi, Neer Dosa, and Goli Bajji. The deep-fried banana delight, Mangalore buns, are a must-try, as is the Sukka, bursting with roasted spices.

While a visit to Mangalore is ideal, these Bangalore spots offer a genuine taste of the coastal cuisine:

1. Mangalore Pearl

Specializing in seafood, this understated spot offers Mango Fish Curry, Silver Fish Rava Fry, Masala Prawn, Bangda Fish Curry, Neer Dosa, and Pomfret Tawa Fry. Must-tries include Chicken Ghee Roast and Sukka, paired with Solkadhi, a kokum and coconut beverage.

  • Address: 2nd Floor, Skywalk Building, next to YMIA or BodyCraft, 5/1, Assaye Rd, Halasuru
  • Phone: +91 88841 28881
  • Google rating: 4.4
  • Timings: 12:00-3:20 pm, 7:00-9:45 pm (Tuesday-Sunday)

2. Maravanthe Coastal Cuisine

An award-winning seafood spot in the heart of the city, known for Ghee Roast Prawns, Kori Rotti, Chicken Sukka, Tawa Seer Fry, Bangda Tawa Fry, and Coconut Pudding. Vegetarians have plenty of options too.

  • Address: 322/1, Chinmaya Mission Hospital Rd, Near Indiranagar Metro Station, Binnamangala, Stage 1
  • Phone: +91 95138 19595
  • Google rating: 4.4
  • Timings: 12:00–3:30 pm, 7:00–11:00 pm (Monday-Sunday)

3. Kudla

A laid-back restaurant offering Fish Curry, Prawn Ghee Roast, Crab Masala, Prawn Fry, Chicken Ghee Roast, Tawa Fish Fry, and Chicken Sukka. Enjoy these with a beer.

  • Address: Ramanashree Richmond, 16, Raja Ram Mohan Roy Rd, Sampangi Rama Nagara
  • Phone: +91 96861 98148
  • Google rating: 4.3
  • Timings: 12:15-3:00 pm, 7:00-11:00 pm (Monday-Sunday)

4. Bengaluru Oota Company

This unique, reservation-only spot offers a four or five-course meal tailored to your preferences, featuring Kori Gassi, Mango Mensakai, Gujje Ajadina, Kane Fry, Crab Curry, Pork Bafat, Manoli Upkari, and Marwai Ajadina.

  • Address: 5, Cambridge Cross Road, Halasuru, Cambridge Layout, Jogupalya
  • Phone: +91 94483 02628
  • Google rating: 4.5
  • Timings: 12:30–3:00 pm, 7:00–10:30 pm (Monday-Sunday)

5. Anupam’s Coast To Coast

This popular spot is believed to have introduced Bangalore to Chicken Ghee Roast. Top picks include Anjal Masala Fry, Chicken Sukka, Pomfret Tawa Fry, Kori Rotti, Biryani, and Silver Fish Rava Fry, best paired with beer or kokum juice.