Fresh from the Coast: Why Cafe Iftar's Seafood Stands Apart in Bengaluru

Great seafood starts long before it reaches the plate. At Cafe Iftar, our fish is sourced directly from the coast of Mangalore, with no middlemen involved — meaning what lands on your table is as fresh as it gets.

This commitment to freshness shows in every coastal dish we serve, from the tangy, spice-forward Fish Mango Curry to the smoky char of our Chutta Masala BBQ Fish. For those who want to sample it all, our Seafood Platter brings together squid, crab, fish tikka, sheer fish, prawns, and pomfret on a single plate, served with rice — a true celebration of the coast.

Whether you're a longtime seafood lover or trying Mangalorean coastal cuisine for the first time, Cafe Iftar's Devanahalli, Frazer Town, and Kothanur outlets bring the freshest catch straight to Bengaluru.

Understanding Mandi: A Guide to Cafe Iftar's Arabic Mandi Mehfil

Mandi is one of the most cherished dishes of Middle Eastern cuisine — slow-cooked meat served over fragrant basmati rice, seasoned with saffron, cardamom, and cloves. At Cafe Iftar, our Mandi Mehfil menu brings this tradition to life with several signature options.

Our Al Faham Mandi lets you choose your flavour — Cajun, Peri Peri, Pepper, or Afghani — paired with whole spiced chicken and aromatic rice. For a richer experience, the Mutton Mandi features tender, slow-cooked mutton, while the Shawaya Mandi offers roasted spiced meat over the same fragrant rice base.

For those who can't choose just one, our Assorted Mandi Platter brings together Afghani, Cajun, Peri Peri, Pepper, Kanthari, and Mutton in a single generous spread — perfect for sharing.

Sufiyani Hyderabadi Mutton Biriyani: The Story Behind Our Signature Biryani

Not all biryani is alike — and our Sufiyani Hyderabadi Mutton Biriyani proves it. Unlike the traditional red, spice-forward biryanis found across the city, this is a royal, mildly spiced white biryani made with tender mutton, fragrant basmati rice, aromatic spices, and a rich blend of yogurt, cream, and nuts — offering a subtly luxurious flavour unique to Hyderabadi Nawabi cuisine.

Alongside this signature dish, Cafe Iftar's Rice & Biryani menu includes the Kozhikode-style Chicken Dum Biriyani, inspired by traditional Kalyanam feast recipes, as well as Fish Biriyani and Veg Biriyani for a complete range of options.