Nightlife in Kochi - Lounges & Restobars To Enjoy Kochi's Nightlife!

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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

Mezzo, Avenue Regent, Nightlife in Kochi
Situated in the heart of Ernakulam, Mezzo is one of the most popular resto-bars in town. It's chic, casual and almost always packed. The place has an extensive international selection of liquor and wine along with an exclusive cocktail list. The food too is par excellence. A delectable range of European and Oriental fusion alongside, local seafood delicacies, tapas touchings, and steaks are the perfect companion to your tipple. If you do visit Mezzo, pop by the cafe next door called Coco tree famous for its mouth-watering desserts.
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

Sky Grill Lounge Bar & Restaurant, Crowne Plaza,Nightlife in Kochi
Sky Grill is a rooftop bar and offers panoramic views of the glistening backwaters with the Kochin Oil Refinery standing tall on the horizon. This may not be your ideal choice for dinner as their menu is skewed towards finger food that goes well with alcoholic beverages. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. That apart, there's no place better for nightlife in Kochi that allows you to savour the experience of dining under the stars at a sophisticated elevation.  
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

Armoury Restrobar,Nightlife in KochiSituated 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, Fort Cochin, Nightlife in Kochi
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, Taj Gateway, Nightlife in Kochi
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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

Mattancherry Bar, Vivanta by Taj - Malabar, Nightlife in Kochi
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 
Ava Lounge, Radisson Blue, Nightlife in Kochi

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

Longitude 76, Le Méridien Kochi, Nightlife in Kochi
A posh setting with blue carpets and plush sofas, Longitude 76 lives up to the Le Meridien standards with copious alcohol varieties and a menu that handcrafts dish as per your liking. Their Happy Hours pan from 16:00 - 21:00 alongside occasional promotional offers on Sangrias, Beers etc. They also have a pool facing Longitude extension which is highly recommended during the evening hours. 
Timing - 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Cost for two - INR 2000
Address - Le Méridien Kochi, Marad, Kochi

9. Colony Clubhouse & Grill

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This rooftop bar at Grand Hyatt Kochi is a new addition to Kochi's nightlife scene. This luxurious bar offers an expansive menu that includes cocktails, mocktails seafood, barbecue and even amazing vegetarian delicacies. The best part about the place is the spectacular view of the backwaters of Kochi from the rooftop!
Timing - 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Cost for two - INR 3500
Address - Grand Hyatt Kochi
Dress Code Tip: Smart Casuals are a norm in all the above venues for nightlife in 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!

This post was published by Lakshmi Menon

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