The Ultimate Hummus Trail: 5 Spots In Bangalore Worth Trying This International Hummus Day

As International Hummus Day is upon us, there is no better time to indulge in creamy and comforting bowls of goodness, loved for their versatility and richness. And if you like Middle Eastern food, you’d agree that hummus needs to be celebrated as a cross-cultural phenomenon that has travelled beyond its origins and adapted to global tastes. Check out this list we have curated for you on the occasion of International Hummus Day, so you can head out to these best restaurants in Bangalore serving the most delectable hummus.  

Bayroute, Phoenix Mall Of Asia, Yelahanka, Bengaluru

Bayroute is an acclaimed, well-curated Middle Eastern restaurant that hummus lovers just cannot miss out on. With royal blue walls and pendant lights, this place looks upscale and perfect for an immersive meal with loved ones. This restaurant serves multiple types of hummus, and our favourite on their menu is the Baharatli Hummus. This creamy blend includes flavour-packed hummus infused with Tunisian chilli pepper, speckled with harissa and toasted sesame seed paste.

Must-haves: Baharatli Hummus, Hummus Bayroute, Hummus Pimento, Labneh Za’atar, Kuwaiti Quwarmah, Fatteh Hummus, Muhammara

Cost for two: ₹ 2500

Barkaas Arabic Restaurant, Marathahalli, East Bengaluru

Barkaas serves Middle Eastern cuisines, with a key focus on Arabic food, in a vibrant setting with ornate lighting and colourfully draped ceilings. This restaurant’s food menu features shawarma, grills, platters, kebab, sizzlers, and fresh juices. On the occasion of International Hummus Day, we suggest you try their Falafel with Hummus. This dish offers the crispy goodness of deep-fried falafel balls, paired with creamy hummus, making for the perfect starter to any meal.

Must-haves: Falafel with Hummus, Turkish Grill, Lebanese Grill, Shish Tawook, Special Chicken Shawarma

Cost for two: ₹ 2000

Öz By Kebapci, UB City, Central Bengaluru

Öz By Kebapci is renowned for serving one of the best hummus in Bangalore, which is why this place is a non-negotiable. Regal, royal, and rich - the ambience of this place matches the robust flavours its food offers. When here, go for their Garlic Meatball & Hummus, which includes a creamy hummus made with chickpeas, garlic, and toasted sesame. This blend is then topped with hand-ground and seasoned meatballs and finished with olive oil and spices.

Must-haves: Garlic Meatball & Hummus, Avocado Hummus, Imam Bayildi, Kalkan Kofte, Lahmacun

Cost for two: ₹ 2000

Rooz Arabic Restaurant, Koramangala, South Bengaluru

Warm and inviting, Rooz offers a relaxed dining atmosphere and authentic Arabic flavours that will keep you coming back for more. This restaurant’s menu features various hummus bowls, including vegetarian, chicken, fish, and lamb options. An easy pick on their menu is the Pink Hummus Bowl, which comprises fresh veggie salad served with beetroot hummus, offering the earthy sweetness of beetroot. Spice lovers can try the Hummus Beiruti, a lemony hummus mixed with freshly ground spices.

Must-haves: Hummus Beiruti, Pink Hummus Bowl, Tuna Hummus Bowl, Hummus Bin Dawood Basha, Musakhan Roll, Shawarma Roll

Cost for two: ₹ 1000

The Persian Terrace, Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway

This International Hummus Day calls for a visit to The Persian Terrace, which has an elegant rooftop dining space that looks luxurious and romantic. You can try the most delectable Persian food here, especially the Veg Mezze Platter, which consists of Iranian olive salad, cheese-stuffed pastry, hummus, homemade creamy yoghurt, and an eggplant-based dip. Their velvety and nutty hummus is made with chickpeas, lemon, garlic, olive oil, and sesame paste.

Must-haves: Veg Mezze Platter, Joojeh Kebab, Chicken Maqluba, Baklava, Roz Bukhari, Falafel

Cost for two: ₹ 2500