So many gastro-pubs have come and went but no name comes even close to the success of ‘Hard Rock Café’, which has to be the godfather of gastro-pubs in India. The pub started its journey in London decades ago by a pair of music and food enthusiasts and since then has climbed the charts for their awesome food along with a sensational ambience to match. If you happen to like live music to go with your food then there is no better place for you then Hard Rock Café. Bengaluru has an exclusive outlet of the pub on St. Marks Road, sandwiched between two heritage buildings, seeming like a glittering portal into another world. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that the pub is the most opted for choice with the youths of the city.
After an overdose of eclectic menu-central pubs, Hard Rock Café’s singular approach to American cuisine is like a breath of fresh air. Their menu is not cluttered with too much choices, rather is kept simple with a decent variety of American tit-bits. Burgers feature chiefly on the menu and are what makes Hard Rock Café such a hit. They have thrown in an impressive bar menu to lend the buzz to your evening, turning the place into a crowd-magnet. Nibble on, santa fe spring rolls, rockin’ wings, original Hard Rock onion rings, fish & chips, southern spiced chicken fritter and mac & 4 cheese bites. Save your appetite for, legendary chicken burger, chicken classic club, hickory-smoked bar-b-que ribs, grilled tenderloin steak, Keralian curry, classic 60z beef burger and smoked Texas chicken sandwich.
Encore of the evening comes with some delicious coffee or your choice of desserts. Pick, apple cobbler, chocolate cake, oreo cheesecake and hot fudge brownie sundae. They even do some yummy thick shakes to marry your burgers in classic American way. But we cannot sign off without bragging about Hard Rock Café’s legendary décor. The entire interior concept of the brand revolves around rock memorabilia and showcases the obsession of it through its décor, via vinyl records, stage costumes, posters, guitars and famous Hard Rock Café signage. If you are not in mood for live music then take advantage of their Wi-Fi or slip outdoors for a smoke or to simply dine al fresco. Hard Rock Café is not cheap but it sure is fun.
- Gig nights are packed and they usually do not take reservations then so plan on how you want to grab that seat, especially if it is a band you like
- They are very open to the idea of customizing your meal and I have taken advantage of that many times
- If you love your mashed potatoes, the 'White Cheddar Smashed Potatoes' has to be ordered
