Must-see nightlife in India

  • Lava Bar

    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…

  • Havana Café & Bar

    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…

  • Backstreet Cafe

    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…

  • Vapour

    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…

  • Paps Juices

    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…

  • Infinit Doora

    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…

  • Dolly's Tea Shop

    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…

  • Café Coffee Day

    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…

  • Jai Ganesh Fruit Juice Centre

    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,…

  • Bartin's Restobar

    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…

  • Vertigo

    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…

  • Xrong Place

    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…

  • Mrs Magpie

    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…

  • Pub

    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…

  • Riverfront & Down the Road

    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…

  • Monkey Bar

    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 …

  • Infinitea

    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,…

  • UG Reincarnated

    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…

  • Blues

    New Delhi

    This long-time favourite Connaught Place lounge bar has DJ-mixed tunes (and occasional live bands), reasonably priced drinks (Kingfisher ₹180, cocktails…

  • Smoke Shack

    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…

  • Duplay

    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…

  • Xtreme Sports Bar & Grill

    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…

  • Soi 7

    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…

  • 13th Floor

    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,…

  • Polo Bar

    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…

  • Blue Ice

    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…

  • Toit Brewpub

    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…

  • Paulo’s Antique Bar

    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…

  • Bottle & Glass

    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…

  • Lehchen

    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…

  • Neptunes

    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…

  • Jay Ambe Juice Centre

    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…

  • Tata Cha

    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…

  • Myx

    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…

  • Joseph Bar

    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…

  • Q’BA

    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…

  • 1000 Oaks

    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…

  • Aroma Coffee House

    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…

  • Cafe Green

    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…

  • Dal Bar

    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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