Datta’s Healthy Bites Brings Fresh, Local Food to Mangaluru Walkers

In Mangaluru, where mobile food units are rare due to local preferences for hygiene over convenience, a new family-run venture named Datta’s Healthy Bites is gaining popularity. Operating from a multi-utility vehicle at Gujjarkere in Jeppu, the business serves fresh, homemade meals to morning walkers and evening residents. Run by Gurudatta Prabhu and his wife Ramya Kamath, the venture offers light breakfast items like idli and usli from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., and healthy evening snacks such as cucumber chaat and masala majjige from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The menu occasionally features regional specialties like pathrode and jackfruit dishes. Inspired by Prabhu’s sister in Bengaluru, the couple focuses on cleanliness, taste, and quick service to address the gap in the local market. Customers have responded positively to the quality and moderate pricing of the food. The owners plan to expand their operation into a full-fledged food truck with an extended menu of healthy snacks and beverages, aiming to provide a sustainable option for health-conscious locals seeking convenient dining.