Chandigarh
Considering it's housed inside the plush Taj hotel, this small bar is relatively laid-back, with a cosy atmosphere. Live bands or a DJ play most nights…
Chandigarh
Considering it's housed inside the plush Taj hotel, this small bar is relatively laid-back, with a cosy atmosphere. Live bands or a DJ play most nights…
Mumbai (Bombay)
Among wicker furniture and Cuban fedora lampshades, this new Fidel-themed hot spot inside the Gordon House Hotel does good mojitos (₹300 to ₹350) and…
Manali
Off the main Manu Temple Rd, climb the stairway marked Rock Top Guesthouse to discover this oasis. It's a cafe amid apple trees, featuring a range of…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Multilevel complex divided into several bars and restaurants, though the highlight is the rooftop with big screen, where you can sample its six microbrews…
Udaipur
This bright-red spot is tiny but very welcoming, and a great place to refuel during the day with a shot of Vitamin C from a wide range of delicious juice…
Mysuru (Mysore)
The nearest thing to a lounge in Mysuru, this rooftop bar has a classy ambience, a comprehensive drinks selection, smoking and nonsmoking zones and fine…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
For sampling authentic Darjeeling teas as well as refreshing mocktails featuring the brew, visit this popular teahouse run by a veteran tea taster. Try…
Amritsar
An air-conditioned oasis with fresh coffee and free wi-fi, this chain cafe is conveniently located within shouting distance of the Golden Temple area…
North Goa
Thanks to its corner location, with views up and down Chapora’s main street, this may be the most popular juice bar in Goa. It’s a prime meeting spot and,…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Nothing beats the combination of spicy Andhra chilli chicken, cold beer and Bengaluru’s evening breezes at this rooftop bar in the buzzy Indiranagar…
Hyderabad
A rooftop bar that boasts a great terrace, with elegant seating and interior rooms for live music and DJs. The eating 'zone' serves North Indian, Chinese…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
While little can be said about the outlandish decor (and name) of this pub, it's actually a surprisingly good place to enjoy a drink on the cheap. The…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Cosy, cheerfully lit and adorned with pretty wallpapers, this popular cafe serves cheap and tasty cupcakes (from ₹50) in a wide range of flavours, best…
North Goa
Don’t be put off by the dingy entrance or stairwell: once you’re upstairs, this breezy place opposite the market is great for watching the milling crowds…
Panaji
The balcony of this restaurant-bar overlooking the creek and Old Patto Bridge makes for a cosy beer or cocktail spot with carved barrels for furniture…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Gastropub that draws a mixed, jovial crowd, who knock back drinks around the bar or at wooden booth seating. Otherwise, head to the basement to join the …
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
This smart yet cosy place has an impressive menu, including orthodox teas from the best estates, and a few fancy selections. The food (paninis, soups,…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Looking noticeably dapper after a recent renovation, this upscale bar within a luxury hotel boasts a small dance floor, chilled drinks, heart-thumping…
New Delhi
This long-time favourite Connaught Place lounge bar has DJ-mixed tunes (and occasional live bands), reasonably priced drinks (Kingfisher ₹180, cocktails…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Fancy to the hilt, this open-air terrace bar attracts stylish people and serves a good selection of mojitos and cocktails through the evening. There are…
Jaipur
This neon-imbued bar has classy looks and well-priced drinks, but can appear a bit empty on a slow night. DJs play Bollywood and Western music, and…
Chandigarh
Local beers go for as little as ₹89 here, but this is no dive; it also does cocktails and mocktails, is dotted with TVs for football fans and has a small…
Delhi
Up on the top floor of DLF Cyber Hub, this popular bar brews four different beers in-house (₹325 for a half-litre glass), stocks numerous single-malt…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Forget your superstitions and head up to 13th Floor’s terrace, with all of Bengaluru glittering at your feet. There's an excellent selection of martini,…
Kashmir & Ladakh
This classy hotel bar features framed riding crops, saddles and hunting prints. Try a refreshing 'Himalayan Breeze' cocktail; vodka, aam panaa (mango pulp…
Chandigarh
This slick, low-lit, split-level restaurant-bar appeals to smartly dressed drinkers. There's a wide-ranging food menu and live music over the weekends to…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
A brick-walled gastropub split over three levels where you can sample quality beers brewed on site, including two seasonals and a wheat beer on tap. Try a…
North Goa
In season this hole-in-the-wall bar on Chapora’s main street overflows with good music and cold beer. In the late afternoon the few tables on the verandah…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Friendly familiarity rather than creative genius is the ethos behind the cocktails and food at Bottle & Glass. But old-favourite dishes and some semi-open…
Leh
Leh's first decent cocktail bar also does very good tandoori meals (evenings only) and some semigourmet European meals, including lamb strips with potato…
Palolem
On a rocky headland just south of Palolem Beach, this was Palolem's only remaining silent disco at the time of writing. Don your headphones and tune into…
Gujarat & Diu
Going strong since 1953, this is a town classic. It's a perfect retreat for a fresh juice, a milkshake or a cold coffee topped with ice cream. Try a…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
This small, hip little teahouse offers classic and new flavours of tea, along with tasty food items including samosas. Branches include a location in…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Central Kolkata's best-looking nightclub has a second bar upstairs and a shisha terrace on the rooftop. It's housed in a tower above three upmarket…
Panaji
This hole-in-the-wall bar is a place where locals and tourists gather streetside to chat and drink at tiny tables or perched on scooters. It's a warm and…
New Delhi
A long-running upscale Connaught Place drinking hole, with a Q-shaped bar and sultry lighting. Beers start at ₹175; cocktails at ₹475. Upstairs is for…
Pune
An old favourite with a cosy pub-style bar with stained glass and a charming terrace for those who prefer it quieter. Pitchers of Long Island iced tea and…
Telangana & Andhra Pradesh
Hits the spot when you need that espresso or latte. In modern, AC surrounds. They also sell sandwiches and snacks, and offer an unlimited all-you-can-eat…
Amritsar
There's no wi-fi, but this clean, modern, family-friendly cafe does the cheapest proper coffee in town (espresso ₹40, Americano ₹60), as well as…
Srinagar
Even if you're not staying at the indulgent Lalit Grand Palace Hotel, consider ordering a drink at its little bar and sipping it on the hotel’s glorious…
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