Bengaluru’s dining scene is driven largely by chefs, entrepreneurs, and neighbourhood favourites, but over the years, a handful of well-known names from cricket and cinema have also entered the city’s
food business. While celebrity ownership does not guarantee good food, these restaurants have drawn attention for blending star power with carefully curated menus and locations across the city.
Here’s a look at the celebrity-owned and celebrity-backed restaurants you can visit in Bengaluru, what they serve, when they’re open, and what they’re best known for.
One8 Commune
Owned by cricketer Virat Kohli, One8 Commune is one of the most recognisable celebrity restaurants in Bengaluru. Located in central Bengaluru near MG Road, the restaurant is part of Kohli’s larger One8 hospitality brand and is known for its relaxed yet upscale vibe.
The menu focuses on global comfort food, mixing Indian flavours with continental and Asian influences. It is especially popular for cocktails, sharing plates, and late-evening dinners.
- Address: Rathnam’s Complex, Kasturba Road, near MG Road, Central Bengaluru
• Timings: Around 12:30 pm to 12:30 am, daily
• Approx price for two: Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000
• Known for: Global fusion menu, cocktails, stylish interiors
Shoyu
Shoyu is a Pan-Asian restaurant and cloud-kitchen concept backed by Telugu film actor Naga Chaitanya. Originally launched in Hyderabad, the brand has expanded to Bengaluru with outlets in areas such as HSR Layout and Indiranagar, operating mainly as a delivery-first kitchen.
Shoyu positions itself as a premium Asian brand that delivers restaurant-style food at home, with a menu leaning heavily towards Japanese and East Asian flavours.
- Address: HSR Layout and Indiranagar areas, Bengaluru
• Timings: Approximately 12 pm to 11 pm
• Approx price for two: Rs 1,400 to Rs 1,600
• Known for: Sushi rolls, dumplings, small plates, Pan-Asian mains
Badmaash
Badmaash, co-founded by actress Mouni Roy, operates a prominent outlet at UB City in Bengaluru. The restaurant is part of a larger brand known for its modern Indian cuisine with bold, playful twists.
The space attracts a younger crowd looking for familiar Indian flavours presented in a contemporary format, often paired with cocktails.
- Address: UB City, Vittal Mallya Road, Central Bengaluru
• Timings: Around 12 pm to 1 am
• Approx price for two: Rs 1,800 to Rs 2,200
• Known for: Fusion Indian dishes, kebabs, curries, cocktails
Bastian Garden City
Bastian is a luxury dining brand co-owned by actress Shilpa Shetty and is best known for its indulgent menu and high-energy ambience. Originally launched in Mumbai, Bastian has expanded to Bengaluru as part of its national footprint.
The Bengaluru outlet caters to a premium crowd and is popular for celebratory dinners, weekend outings, and its celebrity-heavy image.
- Address: 4, St Mark’s Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru
• Timings: Generally from noon to late night
• Approx price for two: Rs 3,500 to Rs 5,000
• Known for: Seafood, Asian-influenced dishes, desserts, party-style ambience
Shaka Harry
Shaka Harry is a plant-based food brand backed by cricketer MS Dhoni. In Bengaluru, the brand operates from Kempegowda International Airport and caters largely to travellers passing through the terminal.
Unlike most celebrity restaurants, Shaka Harry focuses on vegan and plant-based meals, promoting clean eating and sustainability.
- Address: Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru
• Timings: As per airport operating hours
• Approx price for two: Rs 800 to Rs 1,200
• Known for: Vegan burgers, bowls, wraps, smoothies
A small but growing list
With these additions, Bengaluru now has quite a number of restaurants linked to celebrities, either through direct ownership or confirmed investment. The formats vary widely — from fine dining and fusion food to cloud kitchens and plant-based counters.
As the city’s food culture continues to expand, more star-backed ventures may follow. For now, these restaurants offer a snapshot of how fame and food intersect in Bengaluru — sometimes quietly, sometimes flamboyantly, but always with curiosity attached.
