Nightlife in Kochi is limited when compared to other metropolitan areas in India. Although most establishments are allowed to serve beer and wine, only hotels with 3-stars and above are permitted to serve hard liquor. Moreover, nightlife in Kochi generally does not extend beyond 11:00 PM, so dreams of dancing till the wee hours of the morning are almost utopian. Having said that, there are quite a few happening lounges and resto-bars that illustrate exciting times for their customers with a combination of exotic drinks, palatable food, and groovy music.
Here are our favourite spots to experience nightlife in Kochi:
1. Mezzo, Avenue Regent
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Timing - 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Cost for two - INR 1500
Address - The Avenue Regent, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Pallimukku, Kochi
2. Sky Grill Lounge Bar & Restaurant, Crowne Plaza
Timing - 06:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Cost for two - INR1600. Before you head here, check if there is DJ playing as this will incur INR 2000 entry charges.
Address - 641A, Kundanoor Junction NH47 bypass Maradu, Ernakulam
3. Armoury Cafe, Brunton Inn Boatyard
Situated on the banks of the Boatyard, Armoury resto-bar is a part of a colonial Inn situated in Fort Kochi. A mix of Dutch and Portuguese architecture, this restaurant flaunts timber wood ceilings and white walls with vintage furniture giving a rustic aura to space. Do take note that this resto-bar serves only beer and wine. The food here makes up for the limited choice of alcoholic beverages. If you're lucky, there may be live performances that will liven up your night-out while indulging in the Kochi nightlife scene. Timing - 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Cost for two - INR 2100
Address - Brunton Boatyard, 1/498, Calvathy Road, Fort Kochi, Kochi
4. Seagull, Fort Cochin
Seagull is another popular hangout in Fort Kochi where you see both foreigners and localities wining and dining by the sea with the famous 'beef olathiyadu' and affordably priced alcohol. Once again, Seagull serves only beer and wine. An outdoor patio section that overlooks the port offers splendid views of ships and ferries shuttling by.
Timing - 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Cost for two - INR 800
Address - Hotel Seagull, Calvathy Road, Fort Kochi, Kochi
5. Swirl, Taj Gateway
Swirl is a swanky lounge with music that will tempt you to get up and tap your feet to the groovy music. They offer a fine selection of contemporary and extravagant drinks like Whiskeys, Jamaican Rums, Martinis, Wines, Beers, and Cocktails. They also have their own signature line of drinks and a fine selection of liquors including aged malts and cognacs. The interiors scream elegance with plush furniture in tawny and pecan shades, soft lighting and tasteful modern art.
Timing - 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Cost for two - INR 2000
Address - The Gateway Hotel, Ernakulam, Marine Drive, Kochi
6. Mattancherry Bar, Vivanta by Taj - Malabar
Yet again another gem in Fort Kochi, this lodge-themed bar sits at a vantage point with a breath-taking view of the Cochin Harbour. Cocooned in old-world charm, this place is quite the delight for a sundowner drink as the pinkish-orange sun casting a hue over the water is sheer beauty. This eclectic ambience teamed with their selection of alcoholic beverages and finger food assures a swell time. There's always live music. Unlike other pubs/resto-bars in Kerala, Mattancherry Bar is strict about the age limit for alcohol consumption and allows only those above 21 with valid identity proof.
Timing - 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Cost for two - INR 2000
Address - Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Willingdon Island, Kochi
7. Ava Lounge, Radisson Blue
A vibrant lounge with talented bartenders is as close as it gets to a clubbing atmosphere in Kochi. Though there is no official dance floor, the underground dub music works up the vibe and has people grooving in no time. They have live musicians playing even better music on Saturdays and Sundays making it all the more popular.Timing - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost for two - INR 2500
Address - Radisson Blu Kochi, Sahodaran Ayyappan Road, Elamkulam Junction, Elamkulam, Kochi
8. Longitude 76, Le Méridien Kochi
Timing - 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Cost for two - INR 2000
Address - Le Méridien Kochi, Marad, Kochi
9. Colony Clubhouse & Grill
Timing - 6:30 PM - 11:00 PMDress Code Tip: Smart Casuals are a norm in all the above venues for nightlife in Kochi.
Cost for two - INR 3500
Address - Grand Hyatt Kochi
Though nightlife in Kochi may not be your ideal spot, suit up or put on some shimmer, grab your crew and head out to experience nightlife, the Kochi way. You will take a liking to it much to your surprise and perhaps go back for more!