The best filter coffee yet

Last week Mysore happened. For a total of three days but it did happen. And during the tight schedule of the conference me and my friend managed to walk down the streets of this quaint little town. And while checking out the old world Victorian houses, figuring out lonely planet recommendations on the personal smartphone and taking snapshots we decided to get some food. So, we hailed an auto and tried to spell out the place's name. Vinayaka Mylari? Mylari tiffins? When the auto guy figured the name, he smiled and then spelled it out correctly. We got in and the auto sped off into the evening. The place is small and by small, I mean tiny. In fact, if we didn't see a family having generous proportions of dosa or glasses of filter coffee we would probably have not even entered.  And thank god, we did. The dosa was good - I mean when you see a thick dosa and served with chutney you assume thick batter and some effort. Instead, the dosa is crisp and perfect with an onion masala filling. The chutney is a little too coconut-y for my tastes. But, the dosa more than made up for it. And the coffee that followed just knocked it out of the park.

However, this post is about the coffee that we had. But, the stage had to be set. After the crispy crepe and spicy filling, the coffee is served in a steel glass. It is as big as my index finger and filled to the brim with coffee goodness. When you take a sip, it hits you. I know it is a cliche but really it does. The filter decoction is mixed with milk and just enough sugar so as to present a treat for the senses. You sip it slowly, savor it. And forget chocolate, this is the coffee that is my personal ambrosia. And the highlight of the gastronomic tour of Mysore. So, if you are around town, ask the guy to take you to Vinayak Mylari. Order their dosa and coffee and enjoy a slice of heaven.

Location: Vinayaks Mylari, Street 769-Nazarbad Main Road
What to try: Dosa and the filter coffee
Rating: 4/5