Bangalore's best Steak 'n' Sizzlers

When you think of Steaks, Sizzlers, and Continental food, there are quite a few options in Bangalore to choose from.....

At Millers 46, Deirdre feels "Nothing beats the steak there, and trust the guy taking your order to suggest the right consistency for your taste.

Aithal swears that the Finger chips with a spicy & tangy flavor & chicken shots is fabulous at The Grill House.

Yogini has been going to The Only Place since she was little and followed it through all its relocation's and remodels! and think it's Still "The Only Place.

On Ruth's plate "The sizzler did not really sizzle and smoke the way it was supposed to" at Cafe Y, but the Ham Roll her husband had was Yumm..!!

Taco Bell enters India with Desi Burritos!

Yum Brands Inc. opened its first Taco Bell restaurant in India in March 2010 in Bangalore.

Taco Bell's India menu starts at 18 rupees giving it a bit of an edge. considering that's just below McDonald's menu and just above most street-food prices in the cities. The menu is beef-free with a host of vegetarian offerings, including paneer and potato burritos. Some items on the menu include Crunchy Tacos (potato, chicken), Volcano Tacos (potato, Chicken) Grilled Stuffed Burritos and fajitas (paneer, chicken, tangy chicken, Potato & Paneer Burrito) and Burritos (chicken, bean)!

The store is located in Mantri Mall in India's technology capital, Bangalore and has attracted a whopping average of 2,000 to 2,500 customers each day since its opening!

Have you tried their popular Paneer and Potato Burrito? Review their burrito here: Taco Bell's Burrito

Claytopia, Harima, Tuscana and more reviewed!

Bangalore

P Shetty reviews her favourite place "Bistro Claytopia" and finds it to be a "typical Bangalorean Place" with a " creative inclination rather than an "alcoholic inclination"!

R Prabu reviews "Harima" 's Sushi platter and says although it cost a "bomb", it was a great way to sample everything on their Sushi Menu

Chennai

M Ranjan enjoyed the unique concept of "On the Rocks" but was a tad bit disappointed with the accompanying sauces.

Tuscana Pizzeria is the new rage in Chennai, at a rating of 4/5 stars our reviewers are all recommending its Italian Food.

Read these and more at Grubhogs.com !

"Darshini's all the way"

If you've been living in Karnataka, especially Bangalore, Darshini's are hard to miss. One can find them almost everywhere. A perfect "Grub Place" for anybody looking to grab a quick bite. These places have no frills attached. Most of the time you have to stand and eat, maybe share your table with people you don't even know...!!! But, hey who cares about that... the Grub is good, clean and cheap.
Darshini's have it all, South Indian (Dosas, Idlies, etc), North Indian, Chinese, Juices, Chaat, Milkshakes etc.
What makes the Darshini's most attractive to the common man is the pricing - it doesn't burn a hole in your pocket especially if one has to eat out regularly, and needs quick service. So next time you are famished, and looking for a quick bite... try going to a Darshini, it's an experience you'll never forget.

Check out Grubhogs.com for all the Darshini's in Bangalore!

What's new in Goa, Mumbai, B'lore and Chennai?

Grubhogs.com gives you some of the cool, new and quaint dining spots in each Mumbai, Chennai, Goa and Bangalore.

For these and more great places in each of your favorite city visit Grubhogs.com!

Mumbai's new dining menu!


The Kabaab factory churns out kababs of every kind and size. The place is becoming popular for kababs that are not easily found elsewhere like Kakori kabab and Galawat kabab.

Kalbadevi gets a Rajasthani, Marawari and Gujurati specialty restaurant in Adarsh Annaporna

Goa's quaint and hidden finds!

Tucked away behind a busy street and away from all the retail mania you will find The Secret Garden. Continental food is on the menu but its also a place you can hang out over a cup of coffee and french toast.

Other cool spots we suggest you try: Shiro, Thalassa, Chef Fernando's Nostalgia

Chennai newest spots!

Crimson Chakra is a new cafe housed in a bungalow, a seemingly popular trend in Chennai. With special attention to detail this makes for a cool place to hang out on a lazy afternoon.

Shop a bit and feed your hunger at Abhirami Mall at the new restaurant Mingala, that specializes in Burmese cuisine

Bangalore's Latest!

Mast Kalandar opens another branch at Koramangala. The menu includes VFM combos and everything is a 100% vegetarian.

Dosas, Chettinad Biryani, spicy powders and more at this new South Indian speciality restaurant called Southin.

For these and more great places in each of your favorite city visit Grubhogs.com!

Chennai's evolving "Grub" Scene

Here are some the most recent openings that are adding to Chennai's food repertoire

Dawn and Dusk: Who says Chennai sleeps at 10? Dawn and Dusk is the latest among the 24 hours delivery windows to open in the Nungambakkam area. Now food is just a phone call away at anytime of the day! Click here for more info: Dawn and Dusk

Mast Kalandar: This 100% Vegetarian Bangalore chain has opened its first branch in Shastri Nagar, Chennai. With various combo meals and VFM food, this place might be a good option for a quick or business lunch. Click here for more info: Mast Kalandar

New Tandoori Tadakka: Meat is not scarce here, have it any way you like cooked in the tandoor. They offer Valet parking, so more time to eat and less to bake in the heat looking for a spot! Click here for more info: Tandoori Tadakka

36 Degrees: Beat the heat in this cool ice cream and dessert place. Leave the heat and traffic behind at this calm spot with its green interiors and beige couches. Its right opposite the Chettinad School. Their smoothies are supposedly pretty good. Click here for more info: 36 Degrees

And two cool Cafes to check out!

Mocha Mojo: A definite stand out in the cafe scene. There is attention to detail and the menu. A very varied menu with foods from around the world. The interiors are colorful and contemporary. Click here for more info: Mocha Mojo

Cafe Evo: Tucked away in the campus of the Russian center this cafe has a great menu and often has some form of live entertainment. The management describes it as " a RestoCafe, a one-of-its-kind, a place for the evolving mind to reverie & recharge to mesmerize the world..." Click here for more info: Cafe Evo

Now go check them out and don't forget to tell us at Grubhogs.com if its a thumbs up or down!

Get dined and pampered at Mumbai's newest!

Its been another few months and Mumbai has seen several new and unique restaurant and spa openings. Here is a sampler and remember to check out more new openings on Mumbai Grubhogs or in our "New to Grubhogs" section.

Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty and Kiran Bawa open the Iosis Medispa in Khar. Shetty aims to bring affordable(?!) and unique proven methods of beauty care to Mumbai women.

Click here for Iosis Medispa

For the folks in Andheri (W) there is the new venture by restaurateur Pappi Singh, Oye! Punjabi while Borivali (W) gets a Goan-Portuguese inspired cozy restaurant called Tavira

If you are looking for a new Cafe, there is Cafe Indilite in Andheri (W) and Cafe Mangii in Khar(W). Both have received rave reviews. Cafe Mangii gets a thumbs up from us for its decor.

And if its your pets that need a spa treatment, head to Dog-aholics. A pet grooming speciality store where your pet will get all the fussing it deserves!

These and more on Grubhogs.com!

The Latest on Mumbai and Bangalore's Food Menu!

The food scene is continuously evolving.Here are some of the new Restaurant openings in Mumbai and Bangalore. Read about them, try them and dont forget to review them on Grubhogs.com

Recently in Mumbai:

Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf : The International Cafe chain opens its second location at the CR2 in Nariman Point. Click here for more details: CBTF


Masalacraft: China Bistro and Harmony have been replaced by a Mughlai-Coastal food restaurant, Masalacraft. Masalacraft bills itself as an "Ethnic Indian " Restaurant. Click for more details: Masalacraft


Firangi Paani: The BJN group opened another of its English pub styled restaruant in Bandra. Click for more details: Firangi Paani

Recently in Bangalore:

Suburbia: A place to "Eat, Drink and Play", try their coastal and continental creations, drink at their lounge or place Charades! Click for more details: Suburbia



12th Main: A Mediterranean & regional Indian specialty restaurant at the Mercure Homestead Residences. Click for more details: 12th

Chili's Bar and Grill: The popular international chain opens its doors in Bangalore. Click here for more details: Chili's

An unusual hotel from Panjim...

By Frederick Noronha

A brief video report of Anandasharam, a simple yet popular place serving traditional Goan Hindu food, known for its tasty curries and fish-based preparations. You can eat home-style food, and the cost of a rice-plate: Rs 25 (as of August 2008).


The author and videographer Frederick Noronha lives in Goa and blogs at http://fredericknoronha.wordpress.com/

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