Heritage of Bengal - Koramangala, Bangalore

This one is a relatively unexplored and new joint. We had actually wanted to go and do Bengali food at Bhojohari Manna's but seeing the crowd - decided to try this relatively empty place right opposite. Its not a swanky place with AC etc. A simply done restaurant on the first floor (mind you - no lifts if that is relevant to you)

We ordered Rohu, Bhetki fish curries - which were quite spicy. The loochi (or puris) are well-sized and relatively oil free compared to other places in town. The aloo dum was well cooked and delicious. Mango chutney was done well too - best of all - it tasted fresh which we enjoyed. I must say that the food was a bit spicy (by Bengali standards) but then it was tasty and just the right amount of chilli - even our 3 year old ate it.

So if you want a simple Bengali meal, dont want a very crowded place and yet want to get some good food - just try this place in Koramangala (an easy way to get there is to come right opposite the Koramangala club). Its on that road.

Style - 1 star

Would I go there again - Yes

Food for two - Rs 300

Le Jardin Bangalore

This is the coffee shop at the Oberoi in Bangalore (which I regard as one of the established best hotels in the city). Went there for lunch and tried the pre-set menu (with combination of buffet). Basically the salads and dessert are spread out while you can selectteh main course from a choice of 10-15 dishes. Its a different idea but the food tastes good - its as simple as that. I tried the prawns and fish curries. was good. The dal and aloo subzi is always there to accompany the main course order. They can do better with an assorted bread basket! The taste of the food is nice and leaves a light feeling. The curries are fairly spicy but I guess the advantage here is that you can order it as you like - service is pretty personalized. Overall a good experience when you are ready to spend on the higher side. BTW - I would strongly recommend a cup of coffee at their open air bar (Polo Club) - it is served in a tray with some cookies and you will really enjoy it after a nice meal.

Style - 4 stars

Would I go there again - Yes!

Food for two - Rs 2500

Kolkata - Bengali Restaurant in Koramangala

This one was slightly difficult to find but nevertheless we made it because it belonged to our neighbours and we had to try it - specially given our love for Bengali food. . This one is just behind the Lifestyle mall on the Inner Ring Road. Landed there to find a very nicely done up ethnic decor. Service was very nice - not the usual rush around like the other commercial places. We noted the details in the tables, the menu, the uniforms and even the napkins. Everything had a touch of Kolkata - true to the name of the restaurant. We decided on fish, dal, aloo bhaja and rice. Kosha Mangsho is a speciality. We also ordered mango chutney separately. Everything was exceptional. If you want authentic Bengali food - go there. There is also a newly introduced Chinese cuisine - looks very tempting and am waiting to try it.
The food was very nice. Served hot - enough for the two of us (not that we both are great eaters). The spices were just right and the service was very warm. The combination suggested by the waiter also made sense for us and we thought it was a good balanced meal we had that evening - an unusual Bengali-style date in Bangalore with my beautiful wife :)

Style - 3 stars

Will I go there again? - Yes
Our bill for the food - Rs 400