In a city where restaurants spring up by the dozen on a regular basis, it takes a bit of an effort for a new eatery to stand out and catch the attention of the discerning foodie population here.
But when the new place offers something like African-Portuguese cuisine, it might just have its work cut out. Which is how 'Galito's' has carved out a niche for itself in the gastronomic scene in Bengaluru. A franchise of the renowned South African restaurant, this brand has been brought to India by Tablez Food Company.
The highlights of the menu are the different varieties of flame grilled chicken served with the legendary 'Peri Peri' sauce. While 'Peri Peri' (also called African Bird's eye chilli) is native to Africa, this sauce is of Portuguese origin. The unique combination of chillies, lemon, garlic, olive oil and spices add to the magical flavour. The sauces, the signature style of Galito's, are a dining essential and come in five different flavours - garlic, lemon and herb, mild, hot and extra hot. It gives one the option of choosing a 'mild dish' and adding the level of spice as per your taste.
The options range from burgers and wraps to full-sized platters and strips. Though vegetarians have somewhat limited options, it is a feast for lovers of non-vegetarian. For example, the 'Garlicky Chick-E-Naise' in which the flame grilled chicken is tossed in garlic mayo and stacked on garlic bread. For the signature dish, one can try flame grilled chicken served with corn on the cob and a side of banana fritters. The chicken has a soft texture which has been acquired by marinating it with spices for 24 hours.
The banana fritters, crispy on the outside, are soft inside and the tamarind sauce that accompanies it has a sweet, tangy taste. The portions are quite generous which is why á meal of 'Chicken Strips and rice' will be quite filling. The strips are topped with mayonnaise and served over fluffy rice. 'Chicken and Prawn Combotada',
with a side of French fries, is a dish that is highly recommended by the regulars there.
The Combotada skewers, a chicken and prawn delicacy, are served on large hanging metallic skewers and is an absolute treat. There are also numerous rice items that find favour with the customers.
Like the 'O'porto rice', which is spicy rice flavoured with bell peppers and turmeric.
The dessert menu has quite a few interesting options which serve as a pleasant finale to the delightful main course. The 'White Chocolate Parfait' — white chocolate moulded with cream, pistachio and walnut and garnished with pistachio candy is a good option to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. The 'Malwa Pudding' is also quite popular. It is a traditional South African pudding drenched in caramel and vanilla sauce and has quite a few takers for its unique taste. On the beverages side, interesting combinations like pineapple infused with chilly and mango puree with a hint of mint are sure to keep one asking for more.
Jinu Cherian, the Operations Manager, says, "We Indians are used to spices and spicy food. Bland food puts us off. So people love the food here because the get the spicy flavours they love but a different taste from what they are used to."
He adds the though the place attracts families during weekends, the main clientele is comprised of the corporate crowd.
The colourful decor does not escape one's attention here. From unique artefacts and wallpapers with African designs to the wooden lattice décor on the ceiling and
the spherical bamboo lighting, care has been taken to see that the theme of the restaurant is reflected in every nook and corner of the place.
The restaurant is located at #120, ground floor, EPIP Zone, near BMTC Bus Depot, ITPL Main Road, Whitefield.
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In a city where restaurants spring up by the dozen on a regular basis, it takes a bit of an effort for a new eatery to stand out and catch the attention of the discerning foodie population here.
But when the new place offers something like African-Portuguese cuisine, it might just have its work cut out. Which is how 'Galito’s’ has carved out a niche for itself in the gastronomic scene in Bengaluru. A franchise of the renowned South African restaurant, this brand has been brought to India by Tablez Food Company.
The highlights of the menu are the different varieties of flame grilled chicken served with the legendary 'Peri Peri’ sauce. While 'Peri Peri’ (also called African Bird’s eye chilli) is native to Africa, this sauce is of Portuguese origin. The unique combination of chillies, lemon, garlic, olive oil and spices add to the magical flavour. The sauces, the signature style of Galito’s, are a dining essential and come in five different flavours - garlic, lemon and herb, mild, hot and extra hot. It gives one the option of choosing a 'mild dish’ and adding the level of spice as per your taste.
The options range from burgers and wraps to full-sized platters and strips. Though vegetarians have somewhat limited options, it is a feast for lovers of non-vegetarian. For example, the 'Garlicky Chick-E-Naise’ in which the flame grilled chicken is tossed in garlic mayo and stacked on garlic bread. For the signature dish, one can try flame grilled chicken served with corn on the cob and a side of banana fritters. The chicken has a soft texture which has been acquired by marinating it with spices for 24 hours.
The banana fritters, crispy on the outside, are soft inside and the tamarind sauce that accompanies it has a sweet, tangy taste. The portions are quite generous which is why á meal of 'Chicken Strips and rice’ will be quite filling. The strips are topped with mayonnaise and served over fluffy rice. 'Chicken and Prawn Combotada’,
with a side of French fries, is a dish that is highly recommended by the regulars there.
The Combotada skewers, a chicken and prawn delicacy, are served on large hanging metallic skewers and is an absolute treat. There are also numerous rice items that find favour with the customers.
Like the 'O’porto rice’, which is spicy rice flavoured with bell peppers and turmeric.
The dessert menu has quite a few interesting options which serve as a pleasant finale to the delightful main course. The 'White Chocolate Parfait’ — white chocolate moulded with cream, pistachio and walnut and garnished with pistachio candy is a good option to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. The 'Malwa Pudding’ is also quite popular. It is a traditional South African pudding drenched in caramel and vanilla sauce and has quite a few takers for its unique taste. On the beverages side, interesting combinations like pineapple infused with chilly and mango puree with a hint of mint are sure to keep one asking for more.
Jinu Cherian, the Operations Manager, says, "We Indians are used to spices and spicy food. Bland food puts us off. So people love the food here because the get the spicy flavours they love but a different taste from what they are used to.”
He adds the though the place attracts families during weekends, the main clientele is comprised of the corporate crowd.
The colourful decor does not escape one’s attention here. From unique artefacts and wallpapers with African designs to the wooden lattice decor on the ceiling and
the spherical bamboo lighting, care has been taken to see that the theme of the restaurant is reflected in every nook and corner of the place.
The restaurant is located at #120, ground floor, EPIP Zone, near BMTC Bus Depot, ITPL Main Road, Whitefield.
But when the new place offers something like African-Portuguese cuisine, it might just have its work cut out. Which is how 'Galito's' has carved out a niche for itself in the gastronomic scene in Bengaluru. A franchise of the renowned South African restaurant, this brand has been brought to India by Tablez Food Company.
The highlights of the menu are the different varieties of flame grilled chicken served with the legendary 'Peri Peri' sauce. While 'Peri Peri' (also called African Bird's eye chilli) is native to Africa, this sauce is of Portuguese origin. The unique combination of chillies, lemon, garlic, olive oil and spices add to the magical flavour. The sauces, the signature style of Galito's, are a dining essential and come in five different flavours - garlic, lemon and herb, mild, hot and extra hot. It gives one the option of choosing a 'mild dish' and adding the level of spice as per your taste.
The options range from burgers and wraps to full-sized platters and strips. Though vegetarians have somewhat limited options, it is a feast for lovers of non-vegetarian. For example, the 'Garlicky Chick-E-Naise' in which the flame grilled chicken is tossed in garlic mayo and stacked on garlic bread. For the signature dish, one can try flame grilled chicken served with corn on the cob and a side of banana fritters. The chicken has a soft texture which has been acquired by marinating it with spices for 24 hours.
The banana fritters, crispy on the outside, are soft inside and the tamarind sauce that accompanies it has a sweet, tangy taste. The portions are quite generous which is why á meal of 'Chicken Strips and rice' will be quite filling. The strips are topped with mayonnaise and served over fluffy rice. 'Chicken and Prawn Combotada',
with a side of French fries, is a dish that is highly recommended by the regulars there.
The Combotada skewers, a chicken and prawn delicacy, are served on large hanging metallic skewers and is an absolute treat. There are also numerous rice items that find favour with the customers.
Like the 'O'porto rice', which is spicy rice flavoured with bell peppers and turmeric.
The dessert menu has quite a few interesting options which serve as a pleasant finale to the delightful main course. The 'White Chocolate Parfait' — white chocolate moulded with cream, pistachio and walnut and garnished with pistachio candy is a good option to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. The 'Malwa Pudding' is also quite popular. It is a traditional South African pudding drenched in caramel and vanilla sauce and has quite a few takers for its unique taste. On the beverages side, interesting combinations like pineapple infused with chilly and mango puree with a hint of mint are sure to keep one asking for more.
Jinu Cherian, the Operations Manager, says, "We Indians are used to spices and spicy food. Bland food puts us off. So people love the food here because the get the spicy flavours they love but a different taste from what they are used to."
He adds the though the place attracts families during weekends, the main clientele is comprised of the corporate crowd.
The colourful decor does not escape one's attention here. From unique artefacts and wallpapers with African designs to the wooden lattice décor on the ceiling and
the spherical bamboo lighting, care has been taken to see that the theme of the restaurant is reflected in every nook and corner of the place.
The restaurant is located at #120, ground floor, EPIP Zone, near BMTC Bus Depot, ITPL Main Road, Whitefield.
In a city where restaurants spring up by the dozen on a regular basis, it takes a bit of an effort for a new eatery to stand out and catch the attention of the discerning foodie population here. But when the new place offers something like African-Portuguese cuisine, it might just have its work cut out. Which is how 'Galito’s’ has carved out a niche for itself in the gastronomic scene in Bengaluru. A franchise of the renowned South African restaurant, this brand has been brought to India by Tablez Food Company.
The highlights of the menu are the different varieties of flame grilled chicken served with the legendary 'Peri Peri’ sauce. While 'Peri Peri’ (also called African Bird’s eye chilli) is native to Africa, this sauce is of Portuguese origin. The unique combination of chillies, lemon, garlic, olive oil and spices add to the magical flavour. The sauces, the signature style of Galito’s, are a dining essential and come in five different flavours - garlic, lemon and herb, mild, hot and extra hot. It gives one the option of choosing a 'mild dish’ and adding the level of spice as per your taste.
The options range from burgers and wraps to full-sized platters and strips. Though vegetarians have somewhat limited options, it is a feast for lovers of non-vegetarian. For example, the 'Garlicky Chick-E-Naise’ in which the flame grilled chicken is tossed in garlic mayo and stacked on garlic bread. For the signature dish, one can try flame grilled chicken served with corn on the cob and a side of banana fritters. The chicken has a soft texture which has been acquired by marinating it with spices for 24 hours.
The banana fritters, crispy on the outside, are soft inside and the tamarind sauce that accompanies it has a sweet, tangy taste. The portions are quite generous which is why á meal of 'Chicken Strips and rice’ will be quite filling. The strips are topped with mayonnaise and served over fluffy rice. 'Chicken and Prawn Combotada’,
with a side of French fries, is a dish that is highly recommended by the regulars there.
The Combotada skewers, a chicken and prawn delicacy, are served on large hanging metallic skewers and is an absolute treat. There are also numerous rice items that find favour with the customers.
Like the 'O’porto rice’, which is spicy rice flavoured with bell peppers and turmeric.
The dessert menu has quite a few interesting options which serve as a pleasant finale to the delightful main course. The 'White Chocolate Parfait’ — white chocolate moulded with cream, pistachio and walnut and garnished with pistachio candy is a good option to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. The 'Malwa Pudding’ is also quite popular. It is a traditional South African pudding drenched in caramel and vanilla sauce and has quite a few takers for its unique taste. On the beverages side, interesting combinations like pineapple infused with chilly and mango puree with a hint of mint are sure to keep one asking for more.
Jinu Cherian, the Operations Manager, says, "We Indians are used to spices and spicy food. Bland food puts us off. So people love the food here because the get the spicy flavours they love but a different taste from what they are used to.”
He adds the though the place attracts families during weekends, the main clientele is comprised of the corporate crowd.
The colourful decor does not escape one’s attention here. From unique artefacts and wallpapers with African designs to the wooden lattice decor on the ceiling and
the spherical bamboo lighting, care has been taken to see that the theme of the restaurant is reflected in every nook and corner of the place.
The restaurant is located at #120, ground floor, EPIP Zone, near BMTC Bus Depot, ITPL Main Road, Whitefield.