It’s raining mangoes!

Strap: City chefs are slicing, blending & plating mangoes in the most mouth-watering ways imaginable

Byline: Bindu Gopal Rao

The sweetest season of the year is here—and it’s dripping with mango magic. From juicy Alphonsos to tangy Totapuris, Bangalore’s restaurants are going all out to honour the king of fruits. Whether you crave mango in your curry, cocktail, salad or cheesecake, these spots are serving it up in every imaginable avatar.

So, if you’re a true mango maniac, prepare to indulge—these limited-time menus across the city are ripe for the picking!

The Kind Roastery & Brew Room

Celebrating mangoes sourced from Maharashtra, Bihar, Uttarakhand, and Karnataka, The Kind’s seasonal menu is a vibrant ode to India’s favourite fruit. “Expect a refreshing mix of indulgent desserts, zesty coolers, and surprising savoury creations, all designed to capture the essence of summer,” says Pallavii Gupta, Founder. Rooted in local produce and seasonal transitions, this menu offers a sensory experience that honours farmers, the land, and the simple joy of mangoes. Must-tries include nachos with juicy mango salsa, tropical avo-mango chaat, and a luscious yellow mango cheesecake.

Chinita Real Mexican Food

When Mexico meets mango, flavour fireworks follow. “Our mango specials are complex and exciting—it’s something we eagerly look forward to every year,” says Candice Lock Mirchandani, Co-Founder and Head Chef. Don’t miss the mango guacamole—made with ripe mangoes, avocados, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and cilantro. The mango corn salsa and mango margaritas are equally unmissable, offering a sweet twist on classic Mexican fare.

Oota’s Mango Food Festival

Oota stays true to Karnataka’s culinary traditions with a mango menu rooted in nostalgia. Start with Mavinkai Kosambari, a refreshing raw mango salad with lentils and coconut, or savour Mangey Gassi, a rich Sakrekatti mango curry simmered with coconut, ginger, and tamarind. “We didn’t reinvent anything,” says Harikrishna, Executive Chef. “These are the dishes you’ll find in homes during mango season—made with the right ingredients, the right way.”

Shangri-La Bengaluru

For a refined twist on familiar flavours, Shangri-La’s mango menu blends innovation with sentiment. Try the Idly Slider with Lamb and Mango Mutte—steamed rice cakes layered like a slider with spiced lamb and tangy mango relish. “Food is memory made tangible. When we reinterpret classics, we’re not changing them—we’re celebrating them,” says Chef Abhinav Singh. Other highlights include Kori Roti with Raw Mango Chutney, Mango Kachumbari Sago in Mangalorean Buns, Mavinakayi Gojju with Potato Toasties, and Mango Chenna Patties.

Paper & Pie

This breezy café delivers a sun-kissed ode to mangoes with a limited-edition menu inspired by nostalgic Indian summers. Bite into a light mango cream Berliner filled with velvety custard, or indulge in a silky mango panna cotta with a citrus twist. Their rich mango cheesecake is a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, while the Mango Chia Seed Pudding offers a refreshing, guilt-free option. Each dish is designed to spotlight the fruit’s luxurious flavour and summer magic.

The Mango Map by Smoke House Deli

Smoke House Deli reimagines the mango through global cocktail traditions with its bold new concept, The Mango Map. Highlights include Mango Rasā—a gin-based drink with black rice cordial and mango leather, and Miso Mango, a layered mix of vodka, cardamom whey, and airy mango foam. “Mangoes are irresistible—they’re decadent, nostalgic, and deeply embedded in our food memory,” says Jones Elish, Beverage Head, Impresario Hospitality. This menu is a playful, elevated exploration of mango in every form.

Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal

Glazed at Courtyard by Marriott rings in the season with its Mango Magic menu. Curated by Pastry Chef Ashwani Sharma, the spread features mango cheesecake, mango basil tart, and flaky mango Danish—all perfectly balancing tropical freshness with rich indulgence. Sip on a mango iced latte, mango milkshake, or tangy aam panna. “Mangoes are a chef’s dream—versatile, nostalgic, and an instant mood-lifter,” says Chef Ashwani.

Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway

From cocktail bars to patisserie counters, Sheraton’s seasonal celebration is all about mango in dazzling forms. At High Ultra Lounge, tropical cocktails like the Mango LIET with coconut syrup and the fiery Spicy Mango Martini rule the evening. Over at The World Café, discover elegant pastries and entremets made with Raspuri, Alphonso, and raw mango. “Mangoes have soul—sweet, sharp, and unforgettable,” says Executive Sous Chef Sunil Kumar. “Each creation draws from memory but is finished with finesse.”