17 Amazing Pubs in Bangalore for an Amazing Nightlife
Bangalore is a budding youth-centric hub due to the increasing young workforce. With such intense working crowd in the city, a weekend off is pretty much the only steam-blower throughout the week. Cancelled weekend plans for this kind of crowd could be quite disappointing. Thus, bearing in mind the absolute necessity for a weekend chill and added month-end budget crisis, we have listed out some of the best pubs in Bangalore for the youth:
1. Arbor Brewing Company
SourceIt is one of the best craft breweries in the town and the folks who run the place are really passionate about their brews. Their menu serves as a guide for both beer-lover and non-enthusiasts which entails tasting notes, food pairing recommendations, and alcohol content details. Not to mention the food which will definitely add life to your party, the hep atmosphere, and the polite staff which make it more enjoyable.
Address: 8, 2nd Floor, Allied Grande Plaza, Diagonally Opposite Garuda Mall, Magrath Road, Brigade Road Contact: +91 8050144477 Cost for Two: INR 2,000 Recommended Drinks: Any Craft Beer, Long Island Iced Tea Happy Hours: Monday all-day
2. Toit
SourceIt is an ever-buzzing microbrewery that serves the choicest beers and pizzas in Indiranagar. Their experiments with beer never seem to end with the latest addition being ‘Namma Beeru’, a harvest brew made of ragi seeds. Toit opened shop in 2010, making it one of the oldest microbreweries in India while still managing to be a place that Bangaloreans swear by! Their food menu also has an interesting mix of South Indian accompaniments, plain old pub appetizers, pizzas, and kinds of pasta.
SourceIt is a happening lounge bar in Church Street and is almost always hosting an event or a party. They have a well-curated list of accompaniments for your drinking plans. Try the Hoppi Papads, Tangri Open Naan, and Peri Peri Popcorn if you love exploring new flavours. Moreover, the cocktails and food are very reasonably priced - which means the place could become your hangout spot for after-office hours.
Address: 14, 3rd Floor, Church Street, Bangalore Contact: +91 9620216162 Cost for Two: INR 1,300 Recommended Drinks: Hoppi BathTub and DaVinciTini Happy Hours: Weekdays (2nd drink sold at retail price); Unlimited pizza and drinks at INR 900 on Sunday afternoons
4. Church Street Social
SourceEver since the Social brand arrived in Bangalore it has taken the city by storm making it a popular hangout spot for the young urban dwellers. The ambience, food and the entire setup of the restaurant surely make it a fun place to head to. More often than not they have live music performances and sports screening to keep you engaged.
Address: 46/1, Cobalt Building, Church Street Contact: +91 9152017971 Cost for Two: INR 1,500 Recommended Drinks: Shimla Mirch Martini, LIITs, Cosmo-Explosion
5. Prost
SourceProst (means ‘Cheers’ in German) is a microbrewery which serves the choicest craft beers in Bangalore. The pub was previously located in Koramangala and has now become bigger and better after moving to the 11th floor of a complex in Whitefield.
Address: 21, 11th Floor, Trifecta Adatto, ITPB Main Road, Garudachar Palya, Mahadevapura, Whitefield Contact: 080 47483173 Cost for Two: INR 2,000 Recommended Drinks: Any craft beer
6. Stories
SourceStories is a top place to hang out with your favourite alcohol amidst a peaceful green ambience. With super-upped decor, Stories is one of the best pubs in Bangalore to spend with your friends and family.
Address: 15, 24th Main Road, 1st Phase, JP Nagar Contact: 080 49653116 Cost for Two: INR 1,500 Recommended Drinks: Beer, Beer Cocktails Happy Hours: Monday to Friday: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM Zomato Gold 1+1 for Food: Available
7. The Reservoire
SourceThe Reservoire hosts a chic atmosphere adding to their minimal-modern interiors. In addition to their famous Sunday brunches, The Reservoire is an excellent hangout arena during a weekend evening as well. The regular live performances by local musicians make an evening rendezvous all the more special here.
Address: 17th Main Road, JNC Road, Koramangala 5th Block Contact: 080 47483007 Cost for Two: INR 1,400 Recommended Drinks: Craft Beer, Cocktails, Mocktails Happy Hours: Monday to Tuesday - 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM Wednesday to Friday - 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
8. House of Commons
SourceHouse of Commons is a small place endorsed in the right amount of cosiness, making for the perfect weekend ambience. Decored in an engaging quantity of colourful interiors, House of Commons is yet another cheap pub in Bangalore to visit with your weekend gang.
Address: 122/B, Jyothi Nivas Road, Koramangala 5th Block Contact: 080 47482956 Cost for Two: INR 1,000 Recommended Drinks: Beer, Shooters, Cocktails Happy Hours: Sunday To Saturday 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Zomato Gold 2+2 on Drinks: Available
9. The Boozy Griffin
SourceThe Boozy Griffin is quite a nostalgic space when it comes to the interiors. Adding to a traditional English-themed bar atmosphere, The Boozy Griffin also provides an extensive Italian, Mexican and Thai menu along with their select beverages and alcohol.
Address: 20/7, 4th & 5th Floor, Swamy Legato, Outer Ring Road, Kadubeesanahalli, Marathahalli Contact: 080 45128669 Cost for Two: INR 1,800 Recommended Drinks: Long Island Iced Tea, Cocktails Happy Hours: 12:00 PM to 12:30 AM Zomato Gold 2+2 on Drinks: Available
10. Tipsy Bull
SourceWith two seating levels spread across the rooftop and indoors, Tipsy Bull is one of the best pubs in Bangalore with some engaging decor. The bar also provides a live sports screening facility beside its full bar service. Tipsy Bull does have valet parking and wifi as well.
SourceThis small and dimly lit pub provides indoor and outdoor seating options, along with its wooden interiors and full bar service. The highlight of Bob's Bar is their openness to the LGBTQIA+ community, so feel free to run right out of the closet to Bob's Bar with your fam and dine in an unbiased atmosphere.
SourceA pocket-friendly rendezvous, Cosmos Resto Bar has projected a great blend of luxury and budget amongst their food and drink menu. With courteous staff serving food on time, Cosmos Resto Bar is another LGBTQIA+ friendly spot. Cosmos Restro Bar is one of those cheap pubs in Bangalore that also hosts regular live music in addition to their live sports screening facility and extensive buffet spread.
Address: 1198/A, Sy. 54/1, Uttarahalli Main Road, Channasandra, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bangalore Contact: +91 9148332333 Cost for Two: INR 1,000 Recommended Drinks: Beer, Cocktails Happy Hours: Any time any day Zomato Gold 1+1 on Food: Available
13. NoLimmits Lounge and Club
SourceThose looking out to dance should target NoLimmits Lounge and Club. Apart from the lounge seating arrangements and great music, the Club has some of the best DJs over during the weekend.
Address: 8, 2nd Floor, Allied Grande Plaza, Diagonally Opposite Garuda Mall, Magrath Road, Brigade Road Contact: 080 47483076 Cost for Two: INR 2,000 Recommended Drinks: Cocktails, Beer Happy Hours: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Zomato Gold 2+2 on Drinks: Available
14. Gilly’s Restobar
SourceGilly’s Restobar is a concise pub offering a cosy weekend ambience. With great offers throughout the week, Gilly's offers both indoor, outdoor and rooftop seating as well. This pub in Bangalore hosts regular live performances too.
Address: 91, Jyothi Nivas College Road, Koramangala 5th Block, Bangalore Contact: 080 49652557 Cost for Two: INR 1,000 Recommended Drinks: Beer, Cocktails, Mojito Happy Hours: Friday and Saturday till 7:00 PM
15. Three Dots and A Dash
SourceThree Dots and a Dash is a great pub in Bangalore with an extensive bar facility in addition to their private dining facilities and wifi. Engaged as a striking nightclub, Three Dots and a Dash also has a dance floor along with a gastropub and a live sports screening amenity.
Address: 47/1, 4th Floor, 9th Cross, 1st Main, Mini Forest, Phase 3, JP Nagar Contact: 080 49652662 Cost for Two: INR 1,500 Recommended Drinks: Cocktails, Beer Happy Hours: Monday-Thursday: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Zomato Gold 2+2 on Drinks: Available
16. Plan B
SourcePlan B is a small and cosy club serving a variety of American, Chinese and BBQ dishes. Nestled in a warm atmosphere, Plan B is a top option among the cheap pubs in Bangalore that also offers a full bar facility and indoor seating.
Address: 20, Castle Street, Ashok Nagar, Brigade Road Contact: +91 8880022737 Cost for Two: INR 1,300 Recommended Drinks: Beer, Cocktails Zomato Gold 1+1 on Food: Available
17. Pecos Classic
SourcePecos is a nostalgic pub in Bangalore as they've been serving great drinks and food for over 30 years now. A dimly lit club, Pecos Classic is an LGBTQIA+ friendly bar too! Besides their live sports screening amenity and indoor seating, Pecos also provides great finger food along with some home-brewery.
Address: 34, Resthouse Road, Brigade Road Contact: +91 7975176579 Cost for Two: INR 1,100 Recommended Drinks: Draught Beer Happy Hours: Monday - Friday - 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Now that you have a fair idea about the fair pubbing and clubbing deals in Bangalore let us know your experiences at these pubs. Did we miss out on any other pub in Bangalore? Let us know in the comments below!
