Tried, tested and served with a twist at Proxy Rooftop and Bar

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Don Jose

If you need to make pit stops in the winding jungle that Bengaluru has become, it always helps to know where the water holes are. If you’re ever in the Whitefield part of town and in the mood for something to eat, you can check out Proxy Rooftop Bar & Kitchen. The approach road and even the interiors of the hotel may be surprising, but once you reach the terrace, the change is drastic. Open on three sides, Proxy is just as airy as its decor – a mix of entertainment and functionality.

The menu also pushes the idea of ​​fusion in an effort to bring together cuisines from the north and south of the country (or even the eastern and western influences of the world). This may explain why traditional French ratatouille and chicken steak are in the middle of each other. A kind of cheese in hot garlic sauce and chicken Tikka butter Spices on the rental bill.

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Don Jose

This mix of tastes, flavors and ingredients creates an unusual combination. For example, take the avocado. Sev Puri Dimples from fresh pomegranate. while it certainly isn’t licking The main thing is that it definitely starts a conversation. the same can be said for Sago Coconut Vada chili served with garlic thecha or Tellicherry Pepper Chicken Tikka with parmesan Pachadi, The recipes may be considered simple dishes, but what gives them a twist is the pairing.

Unlike many places in the city, Proxy has a pretty good spread of vegetarian offerings. A kind of cheese And tofu, bokchoy and bamboo shoots, mock meats and mushrooms are just as much a part of the menu as meat and seafood.

Carnatic style kebabs and sausages will be readily available for non-vegetarians here Saoji Chicken curry or smoked Jodhpur mutton, with the requisite bread and sides.

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Ruth Dhanraj

The Proxy definitely does justice to being a bar – their extensive drinks menu offers not only all the classics like Paper Planes and Brambles as well as shooters and beers, but also some in-house creations like the Fiddle Fiddle. (tequila, pink grapefruit and elderflower), Tik Tok (vodka and dill leaves) and Colossus (whisky, smoked maple and cranberry), prompting you to sample whatever the bartender creates.

Above all, The Proxy deserves full marks for presentation, be it food or drink. Each arrival at the table is met with oohs and aahs, followed by a few minutes to click pictures for social media. The interiors definitely provide scope for a lot of Insta-worthy moments. There is also a glass enclosure with limited seating that would be ideal for working luncheons or private parties.

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Ruth Dhanraj

Sadly, after the extensive drinks and food menu, the dessert section seems sparse with only the most basic of offerings to complete your meal.

Proxy Rooftop Bar & Kitchen is located on the rooftop of Icon Select by Bhagini in Mahadevapura. For reservation call 9513397054/55

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Ruth Dhanraj

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Ruth Dhanraj

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Ruth Dhanraj

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Don Jose

Proxy Rooftop & Bar Special Arrangements | Photo Credit: Don Jose