Koshy's @ Bangalore

Koshy's restaurant in Banglore is one of the iconic places to drink and dine. The rustic ambiance, the upbeat regulars, the old timers makes this a favourite joint for many Banagloreans and expact community.

Patronised by the city's old, arty, and intellectuals, Koshy's at St Marks Road stand distinct from the other sassy restaurants. When I first ventured to this famed joint, it was a smokers den.

Here're few lines written by "Anu" from grapewine.

There is an air of purpose to the place - even in the quietest table where an old gentleman sips his beer with the daily crossword for company. There is animated conversation, intellectual debate, raucous laughter and ponderous silence packed into 800 sq ft of tables and chairs. Coffee and cigarettes, jaded waiters, lackadaisical service, high ceilings and old whirring fans (if you aren't in the fancy air-conditioned section). Food is secondary though the menu is elaborate. It's not as tasty as it is expensive, but no one seems to mind.

So, what makes me love this place. Is it the attitude, the food, the beer under checkered table cloth or just another place that allows you spend time under the roof....

All of it in unison. Koshy's has room for improvement about the quality of food and the service. Some waiters looks like they are lost somewhere, with cold looks and cold courtesy... I hope they find someone who loves working there!

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