1. Vidyarthi Bhavan If you are craving some crunchy and fluffy dosas in town, then Vidyarthi Bhavan is the place to be. This iconic eatery was started as a small eatery by a group of students in 1943.

Actor Ashish Vidyarthi’s personal favourite, benne dose (butter thin pancake) for breakfast, is a must-try! Location: 32, Gandhi Bazaar Main Rd, Gandhi Bazaar, Basavanagudi.

2. 154 Breakfast Club Serving a long list of European-styled breakfast plates, 154 Breakfast Club can be a perfect start to your day.

Local food blogger Varna (@_im.still.hungry_) recommends their Stairway to Heaven (a mixed stack of waffles, pancake and French toast with maple syrup, honey, whipped cream and berry toppings). Location: 440, 2nd Floor, 8th Main Road, 4th Block, Koramangala; and 688, 2nd Floor, 100 Feet Ring Road, Jeewan Griha Colony, 2nd Phase, J P Nagar.

3. Airlines Hotel Another iconic eatery in the city, the place is famous for its South Indian breakfast menu.

It serves an array of dishes including crispy dosas, akki roti (flatbread made using rice, spices and vegetables), chow chow bath (contains a serving each of savoury and sweet dishes), and kesari bath (sweet dish), promising a solid breakfast menu. Location: 4, State Bank of India Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar

4. The Rameshwaram Cafe A well-known brand in the city, Rameshwaram cafe is always buzzing with foodies and stays open till midnight.

Once you make it through the long queue, try their ghee podi masala dosa (thin flatbread with potato filling, clarified butter and spice powder) and podi idli (steamed rice cake with spice powder) with some filter coffee. Location: Multiple outlets including J P Nagar, Indiranagar, Rajajinagar, and Brookfield.

5. The Hole In The Wall Cafe If you want some great coffee and delicious pancakes for breakfast, visit The Hole In The Wall Cafe.

With several locations around the city, including Koramangala, it has become a go-to brunch spot for many. While you are there, don’t forget to indulge in their meaty pizza omelette, veg casserole, and French toast. Location: 3, 8th Main Road, 4th Block, Koramangala.