When it comes to strict dietary traditions, street food is often an area filled with compromise for the Jain community. Finding authentic, high-flavor snacks prepared without onions, garlic, or root vegetables can be an exhausting challenge. At Chetty’s Corner, we decided nearly three decades ago that inclusivity should be built directly into our kitchen systems.
As an iconic Bangalore staple running since 1997, owners Anil Chetty and Vinod Kumar have meticulously engineered our culinary operations to ensure that a staggering 95% of our massive 150+ item menu can be prepared completely Jain-friendly on demand. This isn’t just about removing ingredients—it is about complex spice engineering that preserves the vibrant, punchy flavor profile of authentic local street chat while honoring strict traditional mandates.
Our crown jewel of dietary innovation is the Twistana. While we are proud to be the original 2013 creators of the Twistato (India’s first spiral potato twister), we recognized that our Jain patrons deserved to experience that same crispy breakthrough. To solve this, Anil and Vinod pioneered the Twistana—a continuous, perfectly spiced spiral twister made entirely from raw banana. Alongside our specialized versions of Bun Nippat Cheese, Masala Coke, and unique crispy snacks, our kitchen operates with separate preparation workflows to prevent any cross-contamination.
When you visit our legacy adda on Serpentine Road in Kumara Park West, you are stepping into a space where everyone belongs at the table. True innovation means respecting tradition, and at Chetty’s Corner, we have spent 29 years proving that pure vegetarian food can be both deeply traditional and incredibly exciting.