Bookmark these top 20 bars in India if you’re planning a good time with your friends and family. By Anushka Goel
Whether it be grabbing a quick drink with work buddies or meeting up with friends over a weekend, bars find a spot in our social calendar more often than we think. While you may have go-to bars that serve up your favourite drinks, trying out new places is always fun and can be a great way to experience new things. So if you feel like experimenting, these 20 bars in India are just right to satiate your cocktail cravings and give you a good time!
20 best bars in India you need to check out now
Sidecar, New Delhi
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Given that their bartenders have been behind some of the most successful bars in India, it’s only right that Sidecar bags a spot on the list. Their food is great and their cocktails are even better, ensuring that your dining experience is the best you could have had in the city.
Bob’s Bar, Bangalore
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Bob’s Bar in Bangalore’s Indiranagar is a great place to unwind with some good food and even better conversations. The place, which is quite affordable, offers a variety of beers and alcohols — from imported brands to some desi ones, along with craft beer, to cater to a varied crowd, earning it a spot in the list of best bars in India.
The Grid, Kolkata
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The Grid, Kolkata is a fine space for alcohol lovers, so there’s no wonder that the place has found a spot on the list. Check out some of their special concoctions after a hectic workday to have you refreshed and energised, or enjoy a fun afternoon m(or night) out with your loved ones here.
Refinery 091, Kolkata
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One of Kolkata’s most popular hangout spots, Refinery 091 Gastropub is a place where you can enjoy a good beverage with amazing music and the ultimate chill vibes. The place also serves up freshly brewed craft beers that are a treat for a beer-lover.
Whisky Samba, Gurgaon
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Unique cocktails and delicious food pairings await you at Whisky Samba, which is why it’s received a mention in the list. The place serves up some of the most indulgent and refreshing cocktails, complete with a menu that perfectly complements the bar, rounded off with good music and loads of guaranteed fun.
Esco Bar, Goa
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Esco Bar in Goa’s Assagao is a shack-on-the-road kind of a place that attracts creatives and hipsters. Its chill vibes exude creativity, and it’s a great place for some music, dance and conversations over a good drink. Head there for some refreshing beverages, meet some interesting people and sample some yummy munchies. What’s more, they make yummy cocktails using the local cashew liquor, feni, which are a must-try!
Toast and Tonic, Bangalore
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A one-of-a-kind place in Bangalore (and Mumbai), Toast & Tonic is a gin bar that serves up some amazing and unique gin and tonic concoctions and a vast variety of gins, along with other liquors, too. Pair it with their food, inspired by local ingredients, and enjoy quality time with your loved ones.
PVR Home, New Delhi
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Home, PVR’s restaurant located in Delhi, offers some amazing food and drink options that allow you to spend some leisure time with your loved ones. Their extensive bar menu features a selection of carefully crafted cocktails and premium liquors, earning it a spot on the list of best bars in India, and their luxe cuisine elevates the entire experience.
The Library Bar, The Leela Palace, New Delhi
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The Library Bar at The Leela Palace, New Delhi is is a tastefully created space surrounded by torches, water walls and more, making your experience here an indulgent one. They serve up some award-winning cocktails and premium spirits, making it a great place for a quiet, romantic date night.
Cocktails & Dreams Speakeasy, Gurgaon
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Refreshing beverages and comforting vibes await you at this place, which is among the best bars in India list. Cocktails and Dreams Speakeasy is a place for people to come, enjoy and unwind, making it a great spot to visit over the weekends and after work hours.
Masque, Mumbai
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Masque is one of Mumbai’s most beloved places to dine out, and their extensive bar menu boasts a variety of spirits to keep you wanting more. No wonder the place has earned a much-deserved spot on the list!
BYG Brewski Brewing Company – Hennur, Bangalore
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If craft beers are your thing, then you’ll definitely love the menu here at BYG Brewski Brewing Company. They have the perfect menu to accompany their beers and bar menu, and will ensure that your weekends are spent having fun and laughter!
Aer – Four Seasons, Mumbai
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Aer at Four Seasons, Mumbai, has refreshing beverages for every mood – be it a romantic date night, a sundowner after work, or fun over the weekends. Paired with the amazing hospitality and some yummy food, Aer makes the perfect place to unwind with a glass of your favourite spirit!
Raahi – Neo Kitchen & Bar, Bangalore
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Next on the list of best bars in India is Raahi, a place that serves up some Instagram-worthy dishes and some of the most delectable cocktails you’ll find in India. The new kitchen and bar promise good food, amazing music and happy humans, and they’ve been delivering on this promise for a long time now!
PCO, New Delhi
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The city’s first speakeasy-style bar, PCO in New Delhi is known for its chill, relaxed vibes. Their bar menu is a unique, interesting one that makes for a guaranteed fun evening with your loved ones or even a post-work getaway before you head home.
Comorin, Gurgaon
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Comorin is among the 100 best restaurants in Asia, and it’s no wonder that their bar has made it to this list! Head there for some amazing cocktails, or try out some recipes at home (taken from their website and Instagram), and enjoy a yummy meal and great company!
Hoots’ – Vasant Vihar, New Delhi
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Among the world’s 100 best bars, Hoots’ definitely deserves a spot on this list. Their cocktails are nothing short of perfection, and are among the best Delhi has to offer for a quick pick-me-up whenever you need them!
The Bombay Canteen, Mumbai
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The Bombay Canteen has been a go-to for Mumbaikars and visitors to the city for a while now, and rightly so. Their delectable food is made even better with the spirits they serve!
Copitas – Four Seasons, Bangalore
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The place offers a comfortable space for diners to indulge in some consistently great food and equally great beverages. Head here for a work meeting or even for a post-work soiree and sample some of their spirits, paired with the gourmet cuisine they serve!
Lair, New Delhi
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Lair’s cocktails are a treat not only for bar-hoppers but for regulars as well, making it a go-to for many in the city. They use some interesting ingredients such as matcha, parmesan and honeycomb in their beverages, making it a unique experience for you to try.
Bar Tesouro, Goa
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India’s party destination, Goa, is home to some great bars and alcohol places, and the state sure knows its spirits like no other! Bar Tesouro serves up some of the most amazing cocktails in India, along with delectable food that will leave you wanting more, and is definitely a must-visit whenever you’re in the state!
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