Top 10 Food to Try in Kolar

Kolar, Karnataka, offers a delightful array of local and regional dishes that reflect the rich culinary heritage of the area. Here’s a curated list of the top 10 foods to try when visiting Kolar:

1. Akki Rotti

• Description: A traditional rice flour flatbread mixed with grated coconut, onions, and green chilies, cooked on a griddle. It’s typically served with chutney or sambar.
• Where to Try: Sahana Darshini, Doddapet.

2. Ragi Mudde

• Description: Finger millet balls served with sambar or spicy curries. A staple in rural Karnataka, it’s known for its health benefits.
• Where to Try: Local eateries in rural Kolar.

3. Neer Dosa

• Description: Soft, thin rice crepes from Tulu Nadu, served with coconut chutney or spicy curries.
• Where to Try: Hotel Nandi Grand, Narasapura.

4. Kolar Panka

• Description: A traditional, refreshing drink made with jaggery, lemon, and spices, perfect for hot summers.
• Where to Try: Street vendors in Kolar.

5. Kolar Bora (Bengali Banana Fritters)

• Description: Sweet fritters made from ripe bananas, flour, and spices, deep-fried to perfection.
• Where to Try: Local sweet shops in Kolar.

6. Mutton Biryani

• Description: Fragrant rice cooked with tender mutton and aromatic spices, a must-try for non-vegetarian lovers.
• Where to Try: SVS Mess, Kolar.

7. Kolar Special Fish Fry

• Description: Spicy and crispy fried fish, a delicacy for seafood enthusiasts.
• Where to Try: Local seafood restaurants in Kolar.

8. Kesari Bath

• Description: A sweet dish made from semolina, sugar, ghee, and cashews, often served as a dessert or breakfast item.
• Where to Try: Vasudev Adiga’s, Kolar.

9. Desi Obbattu (Bele Holige)

• Description: A sweet flatbread stuffed with a mixture of lentils, jaggery, and coconut, traditionally prepared during festivals.
• Where to Try: Local sweet shops in Kolar.

10. Kabab and Grilled Meats

• Description: Succulent kababs and grilled meats, marinated with local spices, offering a smoky flavor.
• Where to Try: Narayanaswamy Kabab Center, Malur.

Where to Try These Delicacies

Restaurant	Specialty	Location
Sahana Darshini	Akki Rotti, Ragi Dosa	Doddapet
Hotel Nandi Grand	Neer Dosa, South Indian Meals	Narasapura
SVS Mess	Mutton Biryani, Kebabs	Kolar
Narayanaswamy Kabab Center	Grilled Meats, Kababs	Malur
Vasudev Adiga’s	Kesari Bath, South Indian Thali	Kolar

Embarking on a culinary journey through Kolar will introduce you to a blend of traditional and regional flavors, offering a true taste of Karnataka’s rich food heritage.