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This is when you miss the 'love button' on FaceBook. Went to BOC for the first time today, for a set meal of Bannur Mamsa Biryani. Was taken in by the colourful and tasteful decor, with the traditional banana leaf plate seating. Vishal and Divia are the most gracious hosts, and once the food started coming in (unlimited serving), our entire rowdy, noisy group of 10 went utterly quiet, tucking in. The Bannur mamsa biryani was simply outstanding: tasty, melt in your mouth meat accompanied with flawlessly cooked rice, great chilli chicken, with kosumbri (south Indian salad) and boiled eggs. There was mor (buttermilk) served through the meal- and my refills kept the servers going back and forth. Rasam and rice, as always, was also on the table. This was followed by the traditional payasam (Even a person off sugar, couldn't help but have some: delicious) and filter coffee (I took two servings of the perfect South Indian coffee). The proof of a delicious meal is in how it sits in your stomach a few hours later...and here I am feeling light and happy, without the usual heaviness that comes from eating outside. Congratulations to Vishal and Divia for a marvellous experience, for this is what a visit to BOC is: a memorable experience, rather than just another meal out. Full Disclosure: Vishal is a friend.
Divya and Vishal truly put a ding in the food universe! To be a foodie is one thing, to have and hold a conversation about food, quite another and then to be an excellent chef, the shiz!
The menu at Bengaluru Oota Company was testimony to how well they understand the food - for there was no overlapping in flavours and textures. And they do this day in and out!! Take a bow ladies!
The food comes in courses and doled out in copious quantities. Lucky pescetarian me, the evening I visited, the focus was on sea food. So, there was fish, crab and prawn as appetizer, gravy and pulao; each more delectable than the other. All this well punctuated with the home style curd rice, rasam, a unique sautéed salad and fryums. The coup de grâce came in the form of payasam and filter coffee and you dare even whisper NO! because Divya will serve you just
that! ;) :)
We went to Bengaluru oota company today for lunch :) and it's the best decision I took. The food was simply mind blowing.. The kane fish fry, kosambari, goli bajji, neer dosa, prawns gassi.. But the item that blew my mind was the Bannur mamasa pulao.. OMG.. It was too too too yummy.. The mutton was tender and falling off the bone.. Served with a yumny amla pickle, it's the key highlight of the meal.. The hosts are wonderful women who take very good care of you.. That personal touch really means a lot.. They got me a cake as a surprise since I had taken family for lunch to celebrate my birthday.. Unfortunately I don't have pics of the food.. But trust me, the pics won't do justice to the quality and taste of the food..
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I had a strong recommendation for this restaurant serving authentic Mangalorean and Gowda cuisine. I checked their site, called them up and luckily got a seat for the same day.
As I entered the restaurant, I got a very homely feel as it's a bungalow converted in to a restaurant. It has two rooms that can seat groups and a small enclosure that seats individuals. Once you are seated, you get a rundown of the menu for the day(They serve set menu only) followed by the meal.
I can safely say that this a probably the best Mangalorean cuisine I have eaten till date. It also gave me a good insight in to the Gowda cuisine. I can't pick a single dish for special mention as all of them very absolutely delicious.
The restaurant was started by Vishal Shetty and Divya Prabhakar around 4 years back. They believe in serving fresh food and zero food wastage policy. Hence you can only visit the place by booking a seat atleast a day in advance. You can also suggest your preference of meat/ fish/ vegetables. This helps them plan their menu and shopping for the day. What you get is freshly served food, that's finger licking good and easy on your stomach.
In Bangalore, whenever you are looking for a restaurant serving authentic regional cuisine this restaurant should be top on your list.
Excellent food. Absolutely top. Great host and ambience for groups that look for privacy and authentic food. Highly recommended.
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Oota Company is an experience unto itself. Right from booking your reservation to the time you finish your meal, everything is unique and refreshing.
Divya took our reservation and reached out for our dietary preferences via mail. The yellow house with the painted red door is unmistakable. The menu is written on a notepad or a blackboard and then the Gowda/Mangalorean delicacies flow through the kitchen door one by one. The highlights of our meal were the Bannur Mutton Pulav, Crab masala, Prawn Ghee Roast, Goli Bajji and the Kane Fry. But the piece de resistance was the Kundapur chicken curry along with the Neer Dosa. Once you are here, you just need to give in to the flow and soak up everything on offer. Do not remember a time I enjoyed all courses on offer at a restaurant. Even mundane, routine staples like Rasam, Majjige and curd rice evoked superlatives. We left extremely satisfied and with amazing memories of a supreme meal. Must Try this once ( Can't stress this enough!!!)
PS: We went back to Oota Company again in 10 days - never repeated a restaurant this quick ever. It's that good.
The menu and food is done very good compliments to divya and vishal to opening such a great place truly loved the place, esp the fresh food which is cooked daily and the choice of menu. The interiors are also done very well...simple neat and elegant. Myself and Rekhansh truly loved the hospitality by vishal and her way of explaining things esp the dishes and how it reaches from a farm to table. Extremely happy and satisfied with the place, Congratulations on winning the award at times food awards, truly deserved. The food was so tasty and good i forgot to click any pictures. took us back to out college days in manipal.
Kind regards,
Reuben Thomas
Awesome homely food, but overpriced.
Great experience, being served a sumptuous unlimited meal by attentive staff under supervision of the owners who thoughtfully provided comments on the courses as they were served.
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The USP of Bengaluru Oota Company is that you are served authentic and traditional food in a home setting - akin to those brilliant, belly-bursting lunches at your aunt's/ grandparents' houses. Started by two friends (Vishal and Divya) who gave up their hospitality and retail careers to pursue their passion for food, Bengaluru Oota Company is all about that something-different that you are looking to eat, on a Saturday/ Sunday afternoon (or frankly, any other day of the week).
We were treated to an elaborate three course meal of Gowda and Mangalorean delights - the stand-outs for me - mutton keema balls, chicken curry, mutton pulao, prawn ghee roast, and the jackfruit idlis. While they have a fixed list of Gowda and Mangalorean dishes (as is customary for most such places), different dishes (out of this list) are curated for different days (though I'm sure their other dishes are as tasty and good-for-the-soul, as the ones we were served).
Portions are quite large. One can always ask for multiple helpings, though that's unlikely to happen, given how much is served the first time around! :) Service is prompt and extremely efficient.
In a nutshell - Authentic, traditional, unique and popping flavours, colourful plates of food, home-esque setting - what's not to love?
A special shout-out to Vishal for making us feel at home and ensuring that my first visit to Bengaluru Oota Company was quite the unique eating experience!
Ambience - 5/5
Food - 5/5
Service - 5/5
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When was the last time your restuarant experience started by ringing a door bell of a cute little house in one of the oldest parts of Bangalore? The single-sign easily-missed simple exterior doesn't prepare you for what's waiting inside this one-of-a-kind ethnic cuisine experience curated by 2 lovely ladies whose passion for food is overtaken only by the quality and taste of food served. It felt like home ... Tasted like heaven.
For home style Gowda and Mangalorean cuisine we were blown away by the variety, taste and freshness of every item (trust me there were quite a few) served in this tasting menu. The Prawns were fresh, the Chicken cutlets packed flavour, the Pork in Pandi Masala was succulent and the Pulaos (Mutton and Chicken) were clearly the belles of the ball. Every single accompaniment was prepared with love and tasted brilliant. To top it all off, the Badam halwa and fragrant jaggery Filter coffee made for a fitting end to an Epic meal.
We loved our gupshup with Divya who played the perfect host and took us meticulously through each stage of the meal and made it a truely enriching experience....thanks Divya!! can't wait to come back
...one small feedback though... After such a meal we could hardly move.....we needed a bed to pass out immediately after ... Pls arrange for one 😊
Thanks again
Abhishek & Paula
Ethnic settings, good food, excellent host. Overall, a unique experience. Will always remember Jackfruit idli as a novel and very tasty item.
I am a veggie, but this place must be a non veggie's delight.
For people from outside Bangalore, One time visit toh banta hai
This place has a nice vibe. Our hostel Pooja was excellent. Taking care of all guests and giving a snippets of the food and history. You need to book appointment at least one day early. You can eat to your gull. They survey almost 12-13 dishes, freshly prepared, so be prepare to take your time and enjoy the ambience. Price on higher side, but considering the quality, quantity and effort put by the owners, I feel it was worth. They serve a mix of Gowda and Mangalore style food. Menu changes. Enjoy the food!!!
It's a great showcase of Karnataka food scenery, especially Gowda cuisine that's hyper-localised to Bangalore. The taste is top-notch, flavours and textures just what it should be - freshly cooked home food. The host takes you through stories of the recipe which adds a familiarity and history to what you're being served.
One of the best tasting room experiences in Bangalore. Must visit.
Great experience! Food was delicious. We had a mix of both veg and non veg and everything tasted amazing! The service was great and the host shared a lot of history and stories about the food. We had a whole room to ourselves so the kids got to play a bit as well.
It was a bit expensive but well worth the price of the experience.
I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the tasting menu at Bengaluru Oota Company, and it was truly a culinary adventure. The menu featured a variety of regional dishes from Karnataka, each prepared with the utmost care and attention to detail. Every bite was bursting with flavor, and the presentation was both beautiful and thoughtful. The service was excellent, with the staff providing insightful information about each dish and its origins. The atmosphere of the restaurant was cozy and inviting, with a distinct local charm. Overall, I highly recommend the tasting menu experience at Bengaluru Oota Company to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience in Bangalore.
I went to the Bengaluru Oota Company to celebrate my birthday. The food simply exceeded all expectations and left me with a dining experience like none other. The pictures will give you an idea of the feast that awaits, but they can never do justice to the magic of it all. If you are a foodie, for the love of food, head to the Bangalore Oota Company. It's absolutely a must-visit.
P.S. They don't entertain walk-ins, and you have to book a slot a day prior.
Absolutely amazing authentic Bangalorian food. Perfect preparation. Loved the homely feel. The owner is great to talk to, she's able to explain the history of every dish.
The only thing I'd recommend is getting a better generator. The electricity got cut when we went because of some maintenance, and the generator was only able to splutter for about 10 minutes before it gave out. The owner was prepared with some candles, which would've been romantic for someone, but I was with my father, and it just wasn't it.
All in all, I heavily recommend this place to every visitor, it's a great experience.
Go here for the gowda and mangi cuisine.... brilliant meal made with looov ...... it's extremely homely and recipes belong to the family.
This place is really good to try authentic and tasty food of Bangalore and Mangalore. We enjoyed all the dishes which were too good. The portion size is sufficient for the pax and you can ask for more if you liked any specific dish. They explain about every dish they serve and most of them are authentic recipes.
This place is good for groups as you will enjoy more.
Please book this place in advance as each day the menu is changed and they cater as per the pax.
Excellent set menu, wonderful cozy ambience. The food was finger picking good, the service was thoughtful and prompt. Overall, it was one of the best dining experiences. My only advice is to make enough room in your tummy and pace yourself. Bon Appétit
Small home converted to serve Manglorean and Gowda cuisine, that was started by two ladies who left their corporate jobs. The food is as delicious but give yourself 2 to 3 hours to enjoy the many courses served. Check out the menu below.
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