Darshini (hotel)

A Darshini is a type of seafood hotel located in South India, especially in Bangalore which typically serves south indian vegetarian breakfast.

There are more than 5000 Darshinis in the Bangalore city.

Typical Menu in a "Darshini" hotel

A typical Darshini menu comprises rice based dishes like idly, vada , sambar and dosa.

Features of a Darshini Hotel

Although a Darshini is a fast food restaurant, there are some unique features which makes a Darshini different from a regular fast food restaurant.

They have a pay-first-eat-later concept. This concept adapted by the Darshinis is ideal for rush hour in Bangalore.

Darshinis usually are identified with small round steel tables.Patrons of a Darshini don't sit, but they stand around with their plates on the table as they have their food.

The Darshinis are low cost and serve food on the go.

References

[1] http://www.discoverbangalore.com/restreview12.htm

[2] http://www.hinduonnet.com/thehindu/mp/2003/01/02/stories/2003010200660100.htm