The meditation resort behind bamboo, leafy lanes, cafes and expats.
Pune's cultural heart: the Osho meditation resort behind bamboo walls, leafy lanes of villas, cafes and the international vibe that makes the city special. Travellers, digital nomads and creatives from everywhere cross paths here: meditations in the morning, the city's best restaurants at night.
Who it suits
Osho and stillness
cafes and expats
leafy lanes
Staying here
Yes, pricier than elsewhere, but the atmosphere earns it.
In the evening
Evenings belong to the main lanes' restaurants and bars.
Getting there
Ⓜ Ruby Hall Clinic · Kalyani Nagar, then a rickshaw
German BakeryPune's iconic traveller-and-expat hangout, with laid-back garden seating, familiar continental comfort food and wifi. Calm by day for working; a KP institution.
EffingutPune's landmark craft brewery and the easiest place to sample local beer. Start with the Hefeweizen. Lively weekends; multiple branches.
Blue Tokai Coffee RoastersThe best coffee-plus-work combination in Pune: plug points, solid wifi and a calm room, from India's top roaster. Weekdays are quietest.
One O Eight Lifestyle CafePune's calmest work cafe, with large tables, outlets and great wifi in a quiet art village, all-veg. Ideal for long, focused laptop sessions.
Dario'sRefined vegetarian Italian in a serene garden: wood-fired pizzas and homemade pasta with a bar. A calm upscale pick, especially for veg diners.
Malaka SpicePune's iconic Southeast Asian fine-dine, gorgeous al-fresco courtyard and a serious veg/vegan menu. The special-occasion dinner locals recommend to visitors.
Savya RasaOne of Pune's best places for authentic, lesser-known regional South Indian dishes served as proper fine dining.
The Sassy SpoonA polished, popular spot for brunch, desserts and drinks in the heart of Koregaon Park.