Cahoots Opens in Bangalore: A Restaurant & Cocktail Bar That Serves Stories on Every Plate—and in Every Glass

A bold new space where craft cocktails, nostalgic flavours, and vintage design converge in a slow, soulful celebration of Bangalore.

Bangalore, June, 2025 — In the heart of Brigade Road, one of Bangalore’s most nostalgic and storied neighbourhoods, a new Restaurant and Cocktail bar is quietly redefining what it means to dine out in the city. Cahoots spans 7,500 square feet and seats up to 250 guests—but its real charm lies in its intimacy. This is a place that feels personal, even when it's full.

Step inside and you’ll notice the mood right away: dark wood, warm light, hidden corners, and an aesthetic that channels old-school elegance with an edge of mischief. Upholstery that tells stories, spaces you discover rather than just sit in, and a distinct feeling of having stumbled upon something special.

At the heart of the experience is the Classified Cocktail Collection, crafted by award-winning mixologist Yangdup Lama. These 12 signature drinks are layered with local flavour, memory, and subtle surprise—each one a tribute to Bangalore’s hidden stories and iconic tastes. Try the Scandal in the South, a blend of moringa sous vide white rum and sambar cordial, or the Daylight Robbery, which pairs clarified tomato basil gin with a kick of habanero tincture.

“It’s based on what this outlet stands for—it’s a little secret, it’s also a conspiracy somewhere, and most importantly, it’s inspired by what Bangalore has to offer—from the nooks and corners of its streets to the flavours of its culture,” Lama explains.

While the drinks offer a spirited introduction, the food completes the story. Curated by Chef Vikram Udaygiri, the menu dives deep into Bangalore’s culinary DNA, reviving old favourites through a new lens. Think Vegan Tofu Puliyogare Arancini—a reimagining of Udupi’s tangy rice, now crisped golden and paired with cloud-like coconut chutney espuma. Or the Mysore Masala Kulchette with Mutton Keema, a fusion of temple-town flavours and bold, coastal spice.

Other dishes—like the Congress Crostini and Bhoot Jolokia Firecracker Tacos—playfully pair Karnataka’s street snack culture with international techniques, proving that local doesn’t mean predictable.Though the cuisine pulls from Indian, Asian, and European styles, it’s bound together by one thread: storytelling. Every plate feels like a conversation between Bangalore’s past and its playful present.

“We didn’t want to just open a place—we wanted to tell a story that felt familiar, that made people feel something,” say the founders, Amogha Varsha and Suresh Shetty. “Cahoots is for those who’ve grown up with Bangalore in their bones—and those who are just beginning to fall in love with it.Come in, have a great time. Taste things you thought you’d forgotten. Discover cocktails you didn’t think could exist. There’s nostalgia. There’s surprise. And there’s a little magic too.”

Even the name speaks to the spirit of the place. Cahoots implies a secret shared between friends, a wink, a whisper—a kind of mischief that’s both warm and welcoming. It’s an invitation to be part of something memorable.Designed for those who value discovery over noise, craft over flash, and nostalgia over novelty, Cahoots doesn’t aim to become a chain or a trend. It’s a singular space with a singular soul—on Brigade Road, right where it belongs.