Bengaluru's online hangout
Bangalore Chat is for everyone in Bengaluru: Kannadigas who have lived here for generations, techies from across India who moved for work, and students at the city's many colleges. Newcomers get advice on areas to live, PG options and how to survive Silk Board junction.
Cafe Chat itself is run from Bengaluru, so this room has a soft spot in our hearts.
Peak Bengaluru topics
Traffic and the metro's progress, startup news, layoffs and hiring, weekend trips to Nandi Hills and Coorg, craft beer, darshinis versus cafés, the weather being the best in India (until it is not), and the reliable debate on whether you should learn Kannada. (Yes, you should.)
Nearby rooms
Kannada speaker or learner? Join Kannada Chat. Night owl after a late deployment? Night Chat is open.
How to join Bangalore Chat
Pick a nickname
Type any name in the chat window. No email, phone number or password.
Say hello
You land in the room straight away. Say hi and mention where you are from.
Go private or go full screen
Tap a name to chat one-to-one, or open the full-screen chat for an app-like view.
Use the chat window at the top of this page. On a phone, open the full-screen chat for the most room to type.
Bangalore Chat is part of Cafe Chat's free Indian chat rooms. Every room runs on the same ChatLife IRC network, so you can hop between them with /join or browse the full list of chat rooms.
Bangalore Chat FAQ
Is Bangalore Chat only for techies?
Not at all. Anyone from Bengaluru, or interested in the city, is welcome.
Is it free?
Yes, free with no registration.
Can I ask for advice about moving to Bengaluru?
Yes, newcomers often get practical tips on areas, rent and commuting from regulars.