Sundays are meant to be lazy days and December is the perfect month to wake up late and enjoy the winters. It's the day to do things at your own pace, and relish a relaxed meal with your family and friends. Whether you prefer brunch or a sundowner party, here are the best places in Bengaluru to hang out on a Sunday.
The Bier Library
The alfresco section of The Bier Library turns colourful for their Sunday brunch. Apart from the live street food and artisanal bread counters, salad station and the lavish buffet spread, the space is done up with game stalls for children. The 150-dishes spread boasts a wide selection of pizzas, BBQ grilled meats, Indian and continental dishes, and desserts. Families can also bond over fun activities like painting and tattoo making. The entire set up gives out carnival vibe and is ideal for a leisurely meal. Rs 999 upwards. Sunday, 12 noon onwards. At Koramangala
Rural Blues - The RestoBar
Here's some news for beer connoisseurs. This Greek-styled resto bar kicks off the #PairsWithGeist Sunday brunch this December. On offer are four fresh craft beers on tap from Geist - Witty Wit, a Belgian-style Witbier, Weiss Guy, a South German style wheat beer, Uncle Dunkel, a Bavarian style dark wheat beer and Cuco Loco, a cucumber salt lager that's brewed in collaboration with Stone Brewing Co. The food menu has an eclectic spread of Indian and European dishes. Rs 950. Sunday, 12 noon onwards. At Sarjapur Road
1Q1
The popular Pan Asian restaurant is celebrating its second anniversary with an Asian Street Food Festival. So instead of heading to an usual Sunday brunch opt for 1Q1's special curated menu that includes options such as Takoyaki from Japan, Grilled Mandu from Korea, Crispy Beef from Mongolia, Sugarcane Skewers and 5 Spices Fish from Vietnam, Nasi Goreng and Otak Otak from Indonesia. Rs 220++ upwards for à la carte menu. At Queens Road
Shangri-La Hotel, Bengaluru
The hotel believes in the 'Sundays are for family' so their Sunday brunch is planned around this concept with an elaborate spread and interesting activities for children. The coffee shop, b Cafe, is the venue for the brunch. From Cold-stone lobsters, Caviar and vodka, Pata negra ham and tomato bread, and French Oysters that are served by the trolley, to dishes from Japanese, Italian, Chinese, Singaporean, Vietnamese, Thai, Continental and Indian cuisines, there's a lot to choose from. The menu also features vintage wines, Champagne and Prosecco, Champagne popsicles, Mulled Wines, Sangria and Mimosas. While you enjoy your meal, expect to be entertained by magicians, balloon benders and puppeteers, and children can be kept engaged at a movie screening room or at the merry-go-round. Rs 2,350++ upwards. At Palace Road
Conrad
If you are a late riser and like to start your Sunday post noon, then head to Conrad for their Sunday Sundowner. Tiamo, the alfresco dining outlet by the pool at the hotel is perfect for this leisurely meal. The menu includes some delectable options such as Seabass Grenobloise Nicoise vegetables, Grenobloise sauce, Ratatouille crepe and Vegetables tagine, and a selection of Mediterranean dishes. Dine till the sun sets, and jive to the live music as the city lights come on. Rs 3,000++ upwards. Sunday 2 pm onwards. At Ulsoor