The Bangalore Booze Hang Out

Dublin
Trendy pub furnished with a traditional Irish décor. A relaxed atmosphere with a large bar area.
ITC Hotel Windsor- Bengaluru, 25 , Golf Course Road
2226-9898
itcwindsor@welcomgroup.com.
10am - 11.30pm

Polo Club
An al fresco bar reflecting the traditional British game of polo. The candlelit tables look out over the sweeping gardens of The Oberoi.
The Oberoi, 39 , MG Road
2558-5858
excentre@oberoihotels.com.
10am - 11pm

The Blue Bar
A stylish open-air bar serving exotic varieties of cocktails and other concoctions.
Taj Westend, 25 , Race Course Road
6660-5660
westend.bangalore@tajhotels.com.
11am - 11.30pm

Athena
Up-market night life. Depending on your rating on the social ladder, you are guided to different levels of seating.
The Leela Palace, 23 , Airport Road
4126-5411/2/3
8 - 11.30pm

Sutra
An Open -air Lounge Bar
The Grand Ashok, Kumara Krupa , High Grounds
3052-7777

Geoffrey’s
Inspired by the quintessential English pub, serving pub grub and draught beers. Refined and charming with 1970s music and private dining booths.
Hotel Royal Orchid, 1 Golf Avenue, Adjoining KGA Golf Course , Airport Road
2520-5566
geoffreys@baljeehotels.com
11am - 11.30pm

The 13th Floor
An upmarket bar with reasonably priced drinks. The roof terrace has stunning views of Bangalore.
Hotel Ivory Tower, Barton Centre, 84 , 13th Floor , MG Road
4178- 3355/56
7 - 11pm

Liquid
Maybe the waterfalls will come as no surprise. Wood and cane furniture sets the airy tone, complemented by contemporary lounge music - often live.
1/1 Swami Vivekanand Road , Ulsoor
2555-8888, 4018-7301

The Beach
Has an artificial beach, lighthouse and several small pools of water – an authentic Goan atmosphere. Chill on the beach minus the tan!
Milestone 1211, 100 ft Road, HAL 2nd stage , Indiranagar
4126-1114, 4126-1115

Vaayu Sky Lounge
A Star-lit sky lounge with an absolutely stunning view and glittering streets below.
Eva Mall, BJN Floor , Brigade Road
4111-8477, 4111-3388

Hint
Cool lounge and spacious terrace with DJ.
Bangalore Central , Residency Road
4112-3557/8
11.30am - 3.30pm & 6.30 - 11.30pm

Tavern at the Inn
A classic English pub to transport you to the Victorian era.
Museum Inn, 1 Museum Rd , Off MG Rd
4111-3339

Taika - The Spa Lounge
A spa lounge balancing the art of entertainment and night life.
206-209, The Pavilion, 62/63, Church Street , MG Road
4151-2828
12 - 3pm & 7 - 11pm

The Pub World
One of the oldest pub in town, with lots of good seating, draught beer and great music.
65, Laxmi Plaza (Opp Galaxy Theatre) , Residency Road
2558-5206
12 - 11pm.

i-Bar
Energetic and dynamic with hot neon colours gleaming in the dark.
The Park Hotel, 14/7 , MG Road
2559-4666
tpbl@theparkhotels.com
5.30 - 11.30pm

Amnesia
Chancerory Pavilion's latest lounge bar with marble and wooden tables, plasma screen and low fibre-optic lighting.
The Chancery Pavilion , Residency Road
4141-4141
11 am to 11.30 pm

Pebble
Pebble, Princess. No 3 , Palace Road
2361-4109

The Cosmo Village
The terrace bar and restaurant elevates you to a relaxed world of fun romance and good music.
29, Opp Sullivan Police Grounds, off Brigade Rd , Magrath Road
2509-1160, 4112-7373/7474
11.30am - 11.30pm

Opus
Live music, wild karaoke nights, Pictionary, Taboo, Boggle and Scrabble, spicy Goan cuisine, barbecues & cocktails.
1st Main, Palace Cross Road , Chakravarty Layout
2344-2580
11am - 11.30pm

Ice
High energy and exotica at this new watering-hole.
Taj Residency, 41/3 , MG Road
6660-4444
11am - 12pm


Le Rock Cafe
Lots of seating, draught beer and good music.
No.3 , Rest House Road, Just off Brigade Road
4123-1001

Fuga
It has a two dance floors, 2 bars and an upscale decor.
1 Nagarjuna Building, Castle Street , Ashok Nagar
4151-1880, 4147-8624

Firangi Paani
An elegant Victorian-style pub with fascinating memorabilia and traditional English ale.
Forum Mall, level 2, Hosur Rd , Koramangala
2206-7831
12 - 11pm

Library Bar
Elegant and classic English lounge.
The Leela Palace Hotel, 23 , Airport Road
2521-1345
apoj@baljeehotels.com.
11am - 11pm

Couch
A lounge bar in the heart of MG Road. Features are soft lounge music and many couches to relax on.
114/1 Sai Complex (above corporation bank) , M G Road
4151-2898

NYX
Spread over 15000 sq foot, with a lot of different sections to chose from of your liking.
Terrace No. 50, Gold Tower , Residency Road
4112-8430, 99002-68341

Legends Of Rock
No entry fee, occasional live music and well-chosen rock hits. Watch rock legends on large TV screens with atmospheric smoke and lighting.
903, 3rd Cross, 6th Block, 80 Feet Rd , Koromangala
4130-3232
11am - 11pm

Nineteen Twelve
A sophisticated salsa bar serving wines by the glass and authentic steak dishes. Good for dancing.
40 , St Mark’s Road
2299-7290
info@nineteentwelve.com.
7 - 11.30pm

On Da Roxx
A lounge with comfortable seats and a variety of rock music, catering for all tastes. Usually Friday has live music.
185, Deenas Complex,Above Pizza Corner , Brigade Road
990026-4402

Sky
A sky in the cellar, with plush Mediterranean themes infused with a new-age motif.
C-22 Leela Galleria, Leela Palace , Airport Road
4126-5417/5418
7 pm to 11.30 pm

Zero G
Its rooftop location gives the bar, club and lounge combination a refershing ambiance. Popular with those in the IT sector.
Level 10, Prestige Towers , Residency Road
4123-6674, 4112-5528
12 - 11.30pm

Noir
Chill out to retro and house music in this fashionable lounge.
Le Meridien, 28 , Sankey Road
2220-8771, 2226-2233-4474/4470
fbar_ lounge@rediffmail.com.
7 - 11.30pm

Bull & Bush
A bar with funky lighting and furniture. It’s a cool place to chill out and relax.
Garuda Mall, 4 th Floor , Magrath Road
4112-6661
11am - 11pm

Pecos
A long-standing pub with loyal clientele, good jazz music and beer on draught.
34 , Rest House Road
2558-6047
11am - 11pm

Club 9
A cozy club with great music and service.
Regaalis Hotel, 40/2 , Lavelle Road
4113-3111

Ivy, The Unwind Island
Choice of outdoor and indoor seating. The island bar, cabanad at the beach, sports bar, burn lounge & fine dining. Contemporary global cuisine and barbeque.
Opp. JP Morgan Office, Near innovative multiplex, Sarjapur Ring Road , Marathalli
66591999

Fusion Lounge
Lunch buffet, boutique & lounge with constantly changing LED lights.
185, Deenas Complex, Above Pizza Corner , Bridage Road
4114-2912/13
11am - 11.30pm

Enigma
The mixture of western pop and Hindi music played here by the resident DJ proves popular with younger crowds.
100 Feet Rd, Opp Canara bank , Koramangala
2563-3999
8 - 11pm

Guzzlers Inn
A comfortable pub with draught beer, snooker tables and good old-school rock music.
48 Rest House Rd, Off Brigade Rd , Church Street
2558-7336
11am - 11pm

Hypnos
A rustic Mediterranean lounge, playing rock and pop.
Gem Plaza, 66 , Infantry Road
4111-3364–66
11am - 11pm

Molecules
Indian and imported liquor, exotic cocktails and mocktails. Wednesday is Lady's Nite, and they also host DJ Nite, IT Nite and Rock Nite.
280, Amarjyoti Layout, Domlur, Above Pizza Hut , Inner Ring Road
4152-6629, 2535-7494
11.30am - 11pm

Madira - f&b
A Concept Lounge with your very own bartender serving you what you like and the way you like it, and relaxing music to give you company.
f & b, Rendezvous Restaurants Pvt Ltd. No.8 Excellency Ground Floor( opp.Bank of India) Papanna Street , St. Marks Road
4033-3888

Retro
The sofas and lounge areas make it a good place to relax.
No 18/1, Cambridge Road, Above Canara Bank , Ulsoor
2536-3694, 4132-0436

Maya
Eclectic world lounge with music and food from the whole planet. Close on Mondays
4th floor EGK Prestige, Above Bombay Store , MG Road
4112-1451 ext 22
info@taitai.in
7-11:30pm. Closed on Mondays.

The New Night Watchman
Most popular after work or in the early evening. Tends to be for the older crowd.
46/1, Museum Rd , Church Street
2558-8372
10.30am - 11.30pm

Styx
Heavy drinking with heavy metal music. The mosh-pit on one side of the room is a prominent feature of the bar.
MG Road , Brigade Road junction
2558-2259

Nasa
The laser-show and space-suit clad waiters make this futuristic pub popular, especially with tourists.
1/4 , Church Street
2558-6512
11am - 11pm

Take 5
Sleek and young revival of an old place. Pictures of the city's own jazz musicians line the walls.
2nd floor, MSK Plaza, 54 100Ft Rd , Indiranagar
6530-0645
11am - 5pm & 7 - 11pm

SOS
The hip-hop and retro music played here, alongside the large numbers of people, give the place a club-like atmosphere.
Garuda Mall, 4th Floor , Magrath Road
4112-6661
6.30 - 11pm

Mezz 9
Well stocked bar with, Indian & imported spirits, exotic cocktails, lounge music & relaxed seating.
Grand Pavilion, No 114,K.H Road , Double Road
4131-6751/52/53

Oxyygen
The perfect way to shake of the stresses of the week.
#50, Opp 5th Avenue , Bridage Road
93420-08800, 3052-5558

Flame
Party, drink and relax all at the same place.
No 48/2 , Bridage Road
4153-9701/02/05
11am - 11.30pm

Gold Coin Club
On the outskirts of Bangalore. Open late.
Anda Pura, Electronic City Post , Off Hosur Road
2783-3887

Mixx
Set in the heart of Koramangala.
80 ft Road, 6th Block , Koramangala
4146-0081