Kodigehalli — North Bangalore's Hidden Food Gem
Kodigehalli is a quiet residential neighbourhood in North Bangalore, tucked between Hebbal and Yelahanka along the Railway Parallel Road. While it may not have the restaurant density of Koramangala or Indiranagar, it has something those areas lack — **authenticity**.
The Best Restaurant in Kodigehalli
Shastrys Cafe — Authentic Brahmin Cuisine
Located at No.880, NTI Layout, 2nd Phase, Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, **Shastrys Cafe** is Kodigehalli's finest dining destination for authentic South Indian Brahmin food. What makes it special:
100% Pure Vegetarian: — No garlic, following Sattvic principles
Freshly Prepared Daily: — Idli batter fermented overnight, chutneys ground each morning
Traditional Recipes: — Karnataka Brahmin recipes passed through generations
Affordable Prices: — Most items between ₹25–₹80
Open 6 Days a Week: — 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM & 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, closed Wednesdays
Must-Try Items at Shastrys Cafe
1. **Filter Coffee** (₹25) — Coorg blend with chicory, served in tumbler-davara
2. **Masala Dosa** (₹70) — Crispy golden dosa with traditional potato masala
3. **Bisibelebath** (₹80) — Karnataka's comfort meal with homemade masala
4. **Set Dosa** (₹60) — Bangalore's soft, spongy three-piece set
5. **Kesari Bath** (₹35) — Saffron semolina halwa with cashews
Getting to Kodigehalli
From Hebbal: 4 km via Kodigehalli Main Road (~10 min)
From Yelahanka: 8 km via Doddaballapur Road (~20 min)
From Sahakaranagar: 2 km direct (~5 min)
From City Centre (MG Road): 12 km via Hebbal Flyover (~30 min)
Living in Kodigehalli
Kodigehalli is increasingly popular with families and young professionals for its quieter pace, proximity to Hebbal's tech parks (Manyata Tech Park is 6 km away), and relatively affordable housing. NTI Layout and Rajiv Gandhi Nagar are the main residential pockets, with good BMTC bus connectivity and auto/cab availability.
For residents, having Shastrys Cafe nearby means fresh, home-style Brahmin breakfast is always just a short walk away.
