Bohemia in the heart of Indiranagar would seem an impossibility, but Bohemians does manage to get it done. My first visit was with colleagues and since I knew D would love the decor, I decided to give her a surprise and we braved the traffic to Indiranagar on a Saturday evening.
I was given a surprise by the folks there who said the entire indoor section was closed for pest control. A restaurant choosing to do that on a Saturday evening is indeed Bohemian! Thankfully, on promising that we wouldn’t grab a table, we were allowed to look around a bit before taking a table outside. This section, facing 12th Main, is a great alfresco option too – the transparent fiberglass makes sure the view of the open sky, and tree isn’t obstructed. That’s if you want to look up. You could also raise your spirits by looking sideways – at the bar! Oh yes, there was a “no photos” challenge too, which I tend to happily accept in public spaces. In this case, why would you not want people to share this lovely looking space!
It was the perfect weather for the Portobello markets mulled wine that D ordered, and enjoyed much. I went with a Turkish version of my favourite drink – Old Fashioned. Normally, I dislike any variations, but cardamom bitters are an exception, because the aroma adds to the experience.
The Ukranian Borscht seemed like a good place to start. My intense dislike for beetroot was balanced by the love for beef. The soup was flavourful and delicious, though I missed the sour cream topping. The Banana Leaf Wrapped fish (Patra Ni Machi) got the green chutney perfect and the garnish added a little texture.
Since we were eyeing the dessert section already, we decided to go light on the mains – the Barbeque Chicken seemed perfect. I found the sauce a tad too sweet for my liking, but was distracted enough by the bacon. The Oreo Peanut Butter pie has obvious greatness in the name itself and is a great way to end the meal – excellent ganache and surprisingly light.
The service is helpful and prompt, which was a surprise since I had heard exactly the opposite! The playlist is perfect for the mood of the place. The wallet was lighter by a shade short of Rs.3200. Drop in when you’re around 12th Main, for good food and a unique experience.
Bohemians, 966, 12th Main Rd, Indiranagar Ph: 9880435789