A long-running, budget-friendly Indo-Chinese favorite with generous portions and fast service, but recent insect and cleanliness reports make food-safety confidence a serious concern.
Green Onion draws loyal regulars with flavorful Indo-Chinese staples like its lollipop, noodles, and fried rice, but recurring hygiene and insect concerns weigh heavily on its standing. Uneven seasoning and preparation across visits, plus a small, basic space, keep it from approaching grade B territory. Its central Bengaluru location is convenient for nearby office and nightlife traffic, though the setting is more practical than destination-worthy.
Green Onion is a compact, lively Residency Road institution where the main attraction is straightforward: hot, filling Indo-Chinese food at prices that still feel friendly to the wallet. Regulars talk about returning for years, while first-timers praise quick service, generous portions, and familiar favorites. The room is functional rather than polished—think bright, busy, and occasionally noisy—with one recurring practical snag: parking is difficult. The cooking is classic desi Chinese rather than experimental, covering Manchurian, chilli preparations, Schezwan rice, noodles, soups, chopsuey, and a substantial vegetarian selection. Chicken lollipop, garlic noodles, fried rice, Manchow soup, and Triple Schezwan attract the most enthusiasm, though honey chilli dishes can run sweet and seasoning is not flawless every time. Recent reports of insects in multiple dishes, along with complaints about dismissive handling, are the major reason to approach the restaurant cautiously despite its long-standing popularity. Families have plenty to work with: fries, spring rolls, fried chicken, momos, fried rice, noodles, simple breads, and ice cream are all on the current menu. The small dining room is better for a family meal or small group than a large gathering, and parents should weigh the recent food-safety reports before choosing to dine in.
The safest bets are classic Indo-Chinese staples such as chicken lollipop, garlic noodles, and Manchow soup, with several shareable options under ₹250.
Expect a lively, cramped meal with difficult parking and one important current caveat involving recent food-safety complaints.
Green Onion offers generous portions and wallet-friendly Indo-Chinese staples, but the low prices come with quality and hygiene caveats.