Toscano brings the subtle yet heavenly tastes of Italian cooking closer home. Sample its range of rich, oven-baked pizzas, while pasta lovers will encounter a ton of options as well. Seafood, salad and steak varieties also feature on the menu, replete with a decadent dessert menu to complete the experience. A wine menu is also available to complement the meals, and guests can choose from as many as 32 varieties of sparkling, rose, red or white wines.
The Polo Club bar at The Oberoi is a tribute to the legacy of the polo-playing princes in India. The walls of the bar are adorned with paintings and photographs of the game in action. Polo Club has a seating capacity for around 120 people including the poolside tables. Smoking is permitted outside, as there are separate tables placed for regulars who wish to do so. Liquor laws are stringent in Bengaluru therefore, alcohol cannot be served beyond the closing time of the bar. Draught beer is the most popular drink in the bar and besides being a place for corporate meetings, families visit the Polo Club for a nice Sunday Brunch. There is also a poolside menu for the guests who wish to sip some aperitif while splashing in the water.
Known by its regular clientele as one of Koramangala’s best-kept secrets, Chianti Ristorante and Wine Bar serves a fabulous line-up of Italian treats. Right from well-crafted antipasti such as Bruschetta Al Pomodoro and Insalata Di Caprese, Chianti is also renowned for its delectable servings of fish and meat-based pasta. The melt-in-your-mouth desserts served toward the end of the meal seal the deal perfectly. The ambiance is romantic as well as slightly formal, with the decor done up in wooden accents.
The Sangria Wine Lounge located in Geddalahalli is a cozy space for wine lovers, while it also serves a handful of cocktails, mojitos and smoothies. Take a seat in the softly lit indoor area, or waltz over to the leafy patio, where you can sip on wines ranging from reds such as the Classic Shiraz and Chenin Blanc to whites such as Mount Cadet Bordeaux, Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc. There is also a small food menu with a variety of soups, appetizers and sizzlers.