Where To Fine Dine In Bangalore This Friendship Day: 5 Spots To Raise A Toast

This Friendship Day, ditch the regular cafe-hopping plans and take your friends out to a fancy restaurant instead. If you're in Bangalore, you're in luck since the city is home to numerous luxurious dining spots, like The Market in The Ritz-Carlton or Cur8 in the Four Seasons Hotel. So, gather your favourite people and raise a toast at some of the best fine dine restaurants in Bangalore that are every bit as precious as your friendships.

Jamavar, The Leela Palace, Bengaluru

Fancy an indulgent Indian meal in a glamorous, glitzy place? Then head to Jamavar in the Leela Palace - a restaurant that exudes royalty with intricately designed walls and majestic chandeliers. Here, you can choose from various traditionally made North Indian and South Indian dishes. Biryani lovers will fall in love with this restaurant’s Awadhi Gosht Biryani, featuring dum-cooked lamb and basmati pilaf. Those craving the classic curry and bread combo can order Kadhai Gosht to enjoy tender lamb chops braised with rich spices, tomatoes, and yoghurt.  

Must-haves: Awadhi Gosht Biryani, Kadhai Gosht, Paneer Makhani, Mutton Pepper Fry, Kadhai Tossed Lobster, Gosht ki Nihari

Cost for two: ₹ 7080

CUR8, Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru at Embassy ONE

Known as one of the best fine dine restaurants in Bangalore, CUR8 looks minimalist yet so full of life. This place is loved for its peaceful vibe and tempting European and Italian cuisine. If one of your friends is a vegetarian, they can go for a creamy bowl of Wild Mushroom Risotto. And those who cannot skip pizza can order the classic Margherita, loaded with nutty pesto, buffalo mozzarella, and tomatoes.

Must-haves: Margherita Pizza, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Classic Pepperoni Pizza, Slow Bake Cheesecake

Cost for two: ₹ 3200

The Market, The Ritz-Carlton, Bengaluru

Looking for the best dinner places in Bangalore to toast to everlasting friendships? Then The Market is ideal for those who want to dine in a dazzling space that serves European, Asian, and North Indian delicacies. Our personal favourite here is Chicken Thai Curry, featuring a fragrant blend of coconut milk, herbs, and bold spices. If your friends are always tracking their protein intake, they should go for the Confit of Chicken Leg - served with mashed potatoes, parsley sauce, and celeriac. 

Must-haves: Chicken Thai Curry, Confit of Chicken Leg, Classic Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Allepy Fish Curry, Grilled Focaccia

Cost for two: ₹ 4000

Tiamo, Conrad Bengaluru

You should plan a visit to Tiamo with your friends if they like the idea of dining by the pool and trying Mediterranean food and a wide selection of handcrafted cocktails. During the day, this restaurant is like a beautifully quiet haven, complete with a pool area lined with trees - all away from the city’s hustle and bustle. At night, the place transforms into an upscale dining spot as the pool waters glimmer under the moonlight. When here, do not even think twice before ordering their Hot Mezze spread comprising Chicken Aioli, Spiced Lamb, Fatteh Shrimps, Couscous, Marinated Olives, and Pita topped with Zatar. 

Must-haves: Hot Mezze, Lebanese Falafel Wrap, Lamb Pepperoni Pizza, Zhoug Wings, Panino Lamb Merguez, Fire Flambeed Cassata

Cost for two: ₹ 3000

Yataii, Shangri-La Bengaluru

This Friendship Day, you and your buddies deserve to treat yourselves to the best fine dine restaurants in Bangalore, which is why another suggestion we have for you is Yataii, a popular pick among foodies. This place features wooden accents and pendant lights offering a minimalist Japanese vibe. You can relish authentically made Japanese food that offers robust, unmatched flavours in every bite. We recommend you get a Miso-Flavoured Pork Ramen bowl for the table along with a Vegetable California Roll that is packed with the goodness of avocado, carrots, cucumber, and sesame seeds. 

Must-haves: Miso-Flavoured Pork Ramen Bowl, Vegetable California Roll, Teriyaki Salmon Salad, Spicy Chilli Seafood Ramen, Baked Matcha Cheesecake

Cost for two: ₹ 2500