The official residence of the former royal family, Mysore Palace currently is a tourist destination that attracts history enthusiasts from around the country.
The palace itself is a mesmerizing display of light and an enchanting window into the royal past of Mysore especially during the Dasara season.
While the palace is one of the main reasons to visit Mysore, the restaurant scene in the city is well on its way to making Mysore a culinary experience.
Here are some of the best restaurants in the city.
Anu’s Bamboo Hut
A small nondescript residential façade hides this gem of a restaurant in the quiet neighborhood of Gokulam in Mysore.
With a special focus on healthy vegetarian food, vegans and vegetarians need look no farther than Anu’s Bamboo Hut in Mysore for a delicious meal.
Quick Facts
- Must try Items: Chai, chocolate pie and buffet lunch.
- Food types: Indian, vegetarian.
- Price: Costs RS. 500 for two people on an average.
- Payment Methods: Cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
- Meal Type: Lunch, snacks and dinner.
Opening Hours: 12 Noon to 10 PM
Address
367,2nd main, 3rd stage, Gokulam,
Behind Aditya Hospital, Mysore – 570002
Email: anugan@gmail.com
Phone: +91 99009 09428
Elements Bistro
An elegant restaurant that serves delicious pasta and Italian cuisine would just about define the restaurant but the food has to be experienced to be believed. With aesthetic presentation and a relaxing ambience the restaurant might just be a vacation in itself.
Quick Facts
- Must try Items: Pasta, devil’s drink and sizzlers.
- Food Types: Fusion, Italian and Continental.
- Price: Costs approximately RS. 1000 for two people on an average.
- Payment Methods: Cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
- Meal Type: Breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner.
Opening Hours: 10 AM to 10 PM
Address
#18, 1st floor, Temple Road, Opposite to Yamaha Showroom,
Above Kafe Biryani, near St. Joseph’s School,
Jayalakshmipuram, Mysore- 570012
Phone: +91 98455 58060/ +91-821-424-2333
By The Way
By The Way is a restaurant that caters to a family audience. A designated play area that is thoughtfully designed keeps the little ones engaged while waiting for the food and makes the restaurant more than just a place to grab a quick bite.
If you are looking for a place to unwind while digging into some quality seafood then By The Way is the place to be in Mysore.
Quick Facts
- Must try Items: Chilli Baby corn, methi parantha and tandoori prawns and rava fish.
- Food Types: Seafood, Indian and Chinese.
- Price: Costs approximately RS. 500 for two people on an average.
- Payment Methods: Cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
- Meal Type: Brunch, lunch and dinner.
Address
Next to Bharat Cancer Hospital (Hcg),
Ring Road, Hebbal Industrial area, Mysore – 570016
Phone: +91-98453-72407
Just Gelato
Just Gelato began as a dessert store that served handmade and pure vegetarian frozen delicacies. With rotating flavors and an inspiring ambience getting an icy treat in Mysore will never be the same again. Apart from the impressive dessert selection the Italian food is tasty and leaves you craving for a sweet finish to your meal.
Quick Facts
- Must try Items: Gelato, sandwiches and fruit nectars.
- Food Types: Italian
- Price: Costs approximately RS. 400 on an average for two people.
- Payment Methods: Cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
- Meal Type: Brunch, lunch, snacks, dinner and desserts.
Opening Hours: 10 AM to 9 PM
Address
#2 Temple Road Jayalakshmipuram,
Mysore – 570012
Phone: +91 98806 29621
Vinayaka Mylari
Just like a book should never be judged by its cover, do not judge the hotel by its appearance. A small, easy – to – miss, store front is a façade that hides the best idlies and Mysore benne dosa in all of Mysore. With a limited menu and even more limited seating area, the long lines whet the appetite for a dosa indulgence.
While the place boasts of neither great ambience nor of modern amenities, Vinayaka Mylari dishes out the best dosas and besides what better than the food itself should be a reason to visit? Vinayaka Mylari does not disappoint if you are looking for down home style food with absolutely no frills or fancy of any kind.
Quick Facts
- Must try Items: Dosa, Idly, Coffee and Tea.
- Food Types: South Indian.
- Price: Costs approximately RS.100 for two people on an average.
- Payment Methods: Cash is the only accepted method of payment.
- Meal Type: Breakfast, lunch and snacks.
Opening Hours: 6:30 AM – 11.30 AM & 4 PM -8 PM
Address
769 Nazarabad Main road, shop no 79,
Near Police Station, Mysore-570010
Phone: +91-94486-08710
Oyster Bay
Candle light seating, landscaped gardens, tranquil pool and aesthetic design, if these features sound appealing to you then Oyster Bay is a must visit restaurant in Mysore.
The restaurant that feels more like a resort prides itself on serving gourmet deliciousness with a personal touch. The restaurant is the perfect location for family gatherings and parties for upto 200 people.
With plenty of green space and serenity, the delectably presented food is just the cherry on top.
Quick Facts
- Must try Items: chilli omelet, mutton dum biryani, tandoori chilly chicken
- Food Types: Indian, tandoor, continental and coastal.
- Price: Costs approximately RS. 1000 for two people on an average.
- Payment Methods: Cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
- Meal Type: Brunch, lunch and dinner.
Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Address
Kannada Parishath Road, Near Vidyavardaka Engineering College,
Vijaynagar 1st stage,
Mysore 570017
Phone: +91-99000-37368
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