Wink, Mumbai Overview

Wink is one of the most glamorous lounge bars in Mumbai and is referred to as one of the best bars in India. It is of the luxurious Taj President Hotel. It was once known as the Library Bar and is now a chic, popular nightspot for those who enjoy the nightlife. During the weekdays, it is a perfect spot for relaxing and having a drink or two as it is quiet during the week. However, during the weekend, it gets packed and the crowd is set to dance to the rhythm of the DJ. Although the DJ tends to play an amalgamation of Bollywood and upbeat English songs, the Bollywood nights conducted by the place tends to attract an audience.

Whilst food options are limited to snacks, finger foods and some full meals, the professional bartenders serve brilliant cocktails. Their Wink Infusions and Winktinis are some of their top drinks. Their high-energy glass bar is separated from a laid back carpeted lounge by a gauzy curtain. Wink is Indo-Japanese bar where one has drink options from beer to branded rum. Wink is wheelchair accessible, has free WiFi and it is recommended that you reserve your seat as it gets crowded.

Ambience

The decor of the bar is opulent, with earth tones and low lighting across the place. The atmosphere appeals to everyone- those who are only there to dance and not drink and those who are only there to drink and not dance. Wink has a vibrant, cutting edge decor. The music is always turned up and the resident DJ is versatile with a large playlist of Bollywood and English songs. The staff is friendly and prompt and the place has comfortable couches and seating.

The bar is open every night from 6 pm to 3 am. It is a busy and bustling place, which is lively and extremely popular among those who enjoy the Mumbai nightlife, with prices that are quite steep by the standards of the city. Happy hours are from 6 pm to 8 pm, every Monday to Thursday. However, if you book a private birthday party, the timings can be extended even till 4:30 am.

The bartenders are skilled in preparing all kinds of cocktails, classic or contemporary. Wink has many signature Winktinis that is worth trying. One of the highly recommended drinks is their signature, Wasabi Martini. Their mocktails are also worth trying. Some of their most popular drinks are Supercharged Sour, which is a mixture of cherry brandy, lime, vodka, & sugar with hints orange bitters. This is then topped with champagne which is served over crushed ice. Smokey Tai is another drink which combines dark rum, gold rum, almond syrup, hints of orange, fresh lime, and smokey scotch.

Their food menu, although limited is worth trying. It specialises in Japanese cuisine and Finger foods. Their signature food items is Sushi and Pizza. Sushi makes up 90% of their food menu. The average cost for two people is between ₹ 2,700 - ₹ 3, 500.

How To Reach Wink Bar Mumbai

Wink is located at President, which is located in Cuffe Parade, Mumbai. The closest railway station to Wink is Mumbai CST or Churchgate. After getting down the train, you can hire a taxi available at the taxi stands and go to Cuffe Parade. Buses are also quite frequent from both CST and Churchgate railway stations. The closest bus stop to Wink is WTC but any bus taken to Cuffe Parade can be taken.

By road, you can reach Wink by travelling from the Bandra - Worli Sea Link as it is the fastest route to reach there. You can take the Pedder Road and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road to the GD Somani Marg in Cuffe Parade that will lead you to Wink.