5 Underrated Cafes in Behala, Kolkata Worth Trying
Updated 18 September 2026 · 8 cafes in Behala, Kolkata considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This PageNearby guide lists five underrated cafes in Behala, Kolkata for people who want smaller, well-rated places for coffee, snacks, adda, family time or a casual meal. The order is already fixed. The list was chosen from cafes and cafe-like spots rated 4.4 or higher on Google, each with fewer than 400 reviews. In all, 8 qualifying businesses were considered, so these picks focus on strong ratings with relatively low review counts.
#1
Bong & Beatles
★ 4.8 (119 Google reviews)Cafe₹200–400 per person
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Bong & Beatles is a casual, cosy cafe on the 1st floor above Koshe Kosha on Mandal Para Road, open daily from 11 am to 11 pm. The listed price range is ₹200–400. Google notes coffee, quick bites, small plates, dessert, dine-in, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery and kerbside pickup. Reviewers mention good music, Instagram-worthy decor, evening adda, pizzas, steamed momos, chicken lasagna and Espresso Spritz. Reservations, card payments and free street parking are listed.
Best for: Evening adda with coffee
- Address
- 1st floor, Bong & Beatles, 12, Mandal Para Rd, above koshe kosha restaurant, James Long Sarani, 1st Lane, Behala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700034
- Hours
- daily 11 am–11 pm
#2
CHUMUK
★ 4.8 (70 Google reviews)Cafe
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CHUMUK is a cafe at Radha Park, P-4, Netaji Sarak, open 5 pm to 10:30 pm from Tuesday to Sunday and closed on Monday. Its price range is not listed. The Google listing notes a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Reviewers describe it as cosy, affordable and suited to tea, with a few books available. Food mentions include paneer sandwich, chocolate brownies, rotis, dal, chicken and thali-style meals, with several regulars pointing to distinctive menu choices.
Best for: Tea and light meals
- Address
- Radha park, P-4, Netaji Sarak, Prafulla Sen Colony, Behala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700034
- Hours
- Fri 5–10:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 5–10:30 pm; Sun 5–10:30 pm; Thu 5–10:30 pm; Tue 5–10:30 pm; Wed 5–10:30 pm
#3
The Cozy Cafe & Kitchen
★ 4.8 (27 Google reviews)Southwestern restaurant (US)₹200–400 per person
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The Cozy Cafe & Kitchen is at 104, Raja Rammohan Roy Road, Sirity, with hours mostly 12 noon to 11 pm and Saturday from 11 am to 11 pm. The listed price range is ₹200–400. Google notes dine-in, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery, coffee, lunch, dinner, dessert, table service and a casual, cosy setting. Reviewers mention a warm ambience, Honey Chili Babycorn, Mixed Sauce Penne Pasta, Chinese food served hot, and seating for 30+ people for families, friends and small gatherings.
Best for: Family meals and hangouts
- Address
- 104, Raja Rammohan Roy Rd, Sirity, Behala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700041
- Hours
- Fri 12–11 pm; Mon 12–11 pm; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 12–11 pm; Thu 12–11 pm; Tue 12–11 pm; Wed 12–11 pm
#4
Nilima Rooftop Cafe
★ 4.7 (21 Google reviews)Cafe
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Nilima Rooftop Cafe is listed at 36A, Parnasree Palli, Behala. Hours and price range are not listed, and no Google attributes are provided. Review excerpts point strongly to the rooftop setting and ambience. Reviewers mention candle-light evenings, romantic ambience, a private rooftop feel, and a memorable vibe in this part of Kolkata. One review also says access is invite-only and linked to long-time friendship with the owners, so checking before planning would be sensible.
Best for: Rooftop evening ambience
- Address
- 36A, Parnasree Palli, Behala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700060
- Hours
- hours not listed
#5
ROAST N TOAST Cafe
★ 4.5 (57 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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ROAST N TOAST Cafe is a coffee shop at Sudiksha Apartment, Bina Enclave, Jaihind Colony, open daily from 6 pm to 10 pm. Price range and Google attributes are not listed. Reviewers mention a cosy atmosphere for spending time with friends, freshly prepared food and refreshing drinks. Specific food mentions include loaded chips chaat, kurkure chicken and cheesy pan-fried momo. Regulars also point to affordable food quality, evening adda and warm hospitality.
Best for: Evening snacks with friends
- Address
- SUDIKSHA APARTMENT, Bina Enclave, Jaihind Colony, Behala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700061
- Hours
- daily 6–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 cafes in Behala, Kolkata with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 18 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Bong & Beatles takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, ROAST N TOAST Cafe opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Bong & Beatles ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 119 reviews. CHUMUK is second at 4.8 from 70 reviews.
Which cafes in Behala, Kolkata are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Bong & Beatles, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Bong & Beatles ₹200–400; The Cozy Cafe & Kitchen ₹200–400. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Bong & Beatles.
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