Top 20 Pubs of Bangalore to go in your next visit to Bangalore!!

Bangalore (also known as Bengaluru) is famous for its vibrant pub culture.Each serves as the perfect spot for fortnightly get-togethers, heady birthday affairs, and even weekday work meetings (it’s an expat city afterall).India’s pub capital – also popular for its ever-growing IT culture – works hard, plays hard. And the appetite for spirited (pun intended) destinations has only grown over the past few years. Catering to this are an eclectic set of establishments – from old-world, quintessentially Bangalore watering holes to swanky cocktail spaces that have featured in Asia’s 50 Best Bars list. In fact, when in the city, you’re never too far away from a craft beer or a gin concoction.

Here are some famous pubs and nightlife's in Bangalore to enjoy your Friday night..

1. Hitchki

Nostalgia is the name of the game at this 9000 sq.ft high-energy bar in East Bangalore. The ambiance is a homage to the golden era of Indian cinema — music to decor. The menu is delightfully diverse — with a smorgasbord of options like Shammi Mutton Vadai, Yakhni Pulao, Hyderabadi Kachi Biryani, Daab Chingri, Ulta Punjab, Darjeeling Momo, the works. These pair deliciously with their range of craft beers and cocktails, the latter of which includes the likes of Sharabi Coffee, Swadeeka, Nashe Si Chadh Gaye, Tharra, and a selection of LIITs.

Address: 3rd floor, INNVIRONS G&G, Doddakannell, Sarjapur Main Road

Contact: +91 90358 04168

Timings: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am (Monday-Sunday)

2. Juliet

Tapping into Bengaluru’s ever-growing appetite for creative culinary creations — this new space boasts Asian tapas, European flavours, tropical highballs, the works. The ambiance — 4,500 sq. ft, 150-seater — is marked by marble details, elegant waterways, a central bar with a levitating Romeo and Juliet statue, and a neoclassical-inspired rooftop. The menu spotlights all things fresh, sustainable, and locally-sourced and the ambiance is underlined by live music, courtesy of local musicians. Come weekends this is the perfect brunch destination. At nightfall, it offers space to let one’s hair down and dance. Don’t miss out.

Address: 5th floor, 1 MG Road Mall

Contact: +91 80224 96699

Timings: 6:00 pm – 1:00 am (Monday-Sunday)

3. Hops Haus Taproom

Popular brewery and kitchen Hops Haus has a new Taproom experience lined up at Embassy One, North Bengaluru. Serving as an oasis of calm — with delicious food and drinks of course — in the bustle of this vibrant co-working space, the establishment is the perfect fusion of formal and informal. On the menu are delicious pizzas, food bowls, and desserts, complemented by an extensive lineup of draught beers on tap. There’s also a salad bar to explore. Not to mention, plenty of cocktails to go around.

Address: Embassy One, 8, Bellary Rd, Dena Bank Colony, Ganganagar

Contact number: + 91 96069 54447

Timings: 11:30am – 10:00 pm

4. Pangeo

An expansive, 16000 sq.ft, 450-seater space in the heart of the city – Pangeo is as luxurious and exciting as they come. The establishment is named after the supercontinent Pangea. In line with this the menu promises to take you on a culinary tour around the world – with options like kebabs, dimsums, katsu chicken, salads, and more. This, combined with their range of delicious cocktails and mocktails is the perfect recipe for a memorable meal. That’s not all, the space also hosts two lounges – Chivas XV and UB Lounge that allow you to kick back while savouring some of the best in the world of brews and booze. Don’t miss out.

Address: Fourth floor, Forum Rex Mall, Brigade Road

5. Deck of Brews

Adding to the slew of breweries that now populate Bangalore, Deck Of Brews offers delicious food and drinks with a side of bustling ambiance. The menu — as the name suggests — is categorised based on different playing cards and features a medley of quick bites, mains, and desserts. Of these, Paneer Tikka, Loaded Nachos, Chicken Hariyali Kebab, Crispy Chicken Triangles, Kaima Undalu, Classic Brownie, and Chocolava come highly recommended. As do their cocktails and beers. When in doubt, ask the staff for their recommendations.

Address: 75/2/200, Kaverappa Layout, Kadubeesanahalli,

Contact: +91 88848 77773

Timings: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am (Monday-Thursday), 12:00 pm – 1:00 am (Friday-Sunday)

6. Hebbal SOCIAL

The quirky decor – complete with a disco ball and industrial furniture – and comfort-food-laden menu of Bangalore’s favoured community bar has a new address in Hebbal. The bustling space with its grunge aesthetic promises residents of the Northern part of a city a good time. The menu is classic – featuring signature bites like Butter Chicken Biryani, Butter Chicken Biryani, Goan Prawn Curry, Dal Makhani, Crispy Corn Chakhna, Hot Tennesee Chicken Wings, Butter Garlic Chilli Chicken Momos, and Ghee Roast Masala Prawns (amongst others). The cocktails are are unique and delicious as ever – spanning a range of spirits and mixes. Need to say more?

Address: Azure, Ground floor, Bellary Rd, next to Godrej Apartments, Hebbal Kempapura

Timings: 9:00 am – 12:30 am (Monday-Sunday)

Contact: +91 94820 66785

7. ENNE

Nostalgia is the name of the game at this swanky new space in Malleshwaram. Enne is one of – if not the only – spots in the city to offer pop-shots – a boozy rendition of frozen popsicles that those born in the 80’s and 90’s can attest to having savoured. The decor is old-school – with minimalist wooden chairs and verdant corners. The menu, meanwhile, spotlights South Indian delicacies of which the Gongura Chicken, Pepper Chicken Wings, and Avakai Chicken Tikka come recommended. The cocktails – other than their pop shots – are a must-try as well. Add to this, the breezy ambiance of a rooftop space – a city favourite – and you’ve got yourself a memorable dining experience.

Address: 30, 3rd Floor, Sampige Road, Malleshwaram

Timings: 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm (Monday-Sunday)

Contact: +91 76191 81855

8. The P

What was once the first water pump that quenched the thirst of the city of Bangalore, has made a comeback as The Pump House — a brewery that now quenches Bengaluru’s thirst for chilled craft beer of an excellent kind. This place will get your spirits high, inhibitions low and cravings satisfied — all of this and more — one indulgence at a time.When you want a taste of some finely crafted brews, in the backdrop of India’s classic pub-city, The Pump House is where you end up looking for all things good and comforting — to get tastefully wasted..

Address: 87/2A & 87/3, SH 35, Seegehalli, Whitefield, Bangalore

Timings: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am (Monday-Sunday)

Contact: +919606128666

9. OIA

North Bangalore is now home to one of the largest pubs in Asia – a stunning, 87,000 sq. ft Greek-inspired space that can seat over 1800 guests. Modelled on a Santorini island – it features elegant cabanas, breezy poolside tables, intricate stone floors, and a grand amphitheatre. Minimalist all-white interiors and vibrant green cover complement these fixtures, making every corner ‘gram worthy. The menu, meanwhile, features unique bites like the Greek Cheese Samoas, Blue Pea Sushi, and Tequila Pani Puri. Combine this with a range of classic cocktails and brewed concoctions and you’ve got yourself a dining experience worth remembering.

Address: Oia, Hennur Main Road, New Airport Rd, opposite Mantri Webcity, Visthar, Bengaluru

Timings: 6:00 pm – 12:30 am (Sunday-Monday)

Contact: +91 96060 31145

10.Babylonia

South Bengaluru is now home to a ‘gram-worthy space, complete with a garden rooftop space, island bar, and lounge. The menu is eclectic – featuring cuisines from around the world and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, all courtesy of chefs with decades of experience. We’re talking Mezze platters, flame-grilled meats, hand-rolled Sourdough pizzas, pasta, wok preparations, the works. These pair like a dream with their unique cocktails like the gin and mango-based Babylonian Fizz and the whisky and coffee number Love Me Hate Me. Combine these with an electric atmosphere and you’ve got yourself a place worth visiting this weekend.

Address: 7th Block, 9, 20th Main Rd, KHB Colony, 7th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560034

Timings: 12:00 pm – 12:30 am (Monday-Sunday)

Contact: +917795909998

11. Indian Biere House

Adding to the string of breweries that populate Bangalore’s bylanes – albeit with a Mediterranean twist – Indian Biere House is worth the visit. The ambiance is underlined by elegant interiors – complete with castle accents and wooden details. The beers here are the primary draw, be sure to ask the staff for recommendations. The food menu, meanwhile, boasts exciting options like Zatar-Flavoured Ooty Carrot Soup, Whole Roast Chicken Platter, Dyna Prawn Maki Roll, Slow-Roasted Pork Belly Skewers, Moroccan Crumb-Fried Spiced Mushroom Nuggets, and Marinated Chicken In Crunchy Kataifi Pastry, amongst others. Need we say more?

Address: 100 Feet Ring Rd, opposite SBI Bank, 5th Phase, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru

Contact: +91 80684 52836

Timings: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am

12. Roxie

India’s first and largest craft brew house, Roxie, Bengaluru is an Italian-themed craft house that is every whimsical, hopeless romantic’s dream come true. But apart from being an extravagant place where you turn your head and get mesmerized by the beauty of it, the place offers a whole lot to you. Spread across 35,000 square feet, it boasts colonial-style architecture, a stone-clad bar, an open courtyard, plush, comfortable seating and plenty of greenery. Must Try:-Puff Pizza, Patata Bravas, Palak Patta Chat, Mutton Keema Pav, Belgium Chocolate, Calamari

Address : Sarjapur Road, Bangalore

Contact :+917406275551

13. Butterfly Brew Bite & Fly

We’re continuing on our discovery of new breweries with this uniquely-designed two-storey space that fuses breezy lounge spaces with quirky neon murals. Not to mention, plenty of butterfly motifs to go around. The menu offers quick bites like Hummus Platter, Loaded Onion Rings, Tandoori Prawns, Soy Basil Chicken as well as burgers, salads, and pizzas. However, it’s their brews that truly stand out – standouts being the Hefeweizen with notes of banana and vanilla and Oatmeal Stout with a distinct coffee character. There are plenty of delicious cocktails to sip your way through as well.

Address: 57, 3rd Phase, Sarakki Industrial Layout, JP Nagar, Bangalore

Contact: +91 80474 83244

Timings: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am (Monday-Sunday)

14. Proxy Bar and Restaurant

If there’s one thing the city enjoys, it’s a good rooftop space to unwind after a long day at work. Afterall, few other spaces allow access to the city’s famed pleasant weather. Proxy Bar steps up to the challenge, giving Bangalore a breezy space underlined by quirky neon details, vibrant high chairs, and verdant corners. The menu offers delicious bites like Kurkuri Bhindi Chaat, Watermelon Salad, Mezze Platter, Chicken Ghee Roast, Albert Bakery Mutton Keema Samosa, Paneer Ghee Roast, Dark Chocolate Truffle Tart with Hazelnut Crumb. Their cocktails are a revelation as well.

Address: 5th Floor, Icon Select by Bhagini, Outer Ring Rd,, Mahadevapura

Contact: +91 95133 97054

Timings: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am

15. Plan B

Bangalore’s most popular destination for wings and beer has a new address in Rajajinagar. The 56-seater space is the eighth of its kind in the city. It mirrors the laidback, breezy ambiance of its cousins with retro posters, long wooden community tables, and industrial-style details. The menu offers the classic options of wings – of which the Naked Peri Peri, Garlic and Cheese, Mango Heat, and Spicy Garlic come highly recommended. As do the spicy potato wedges and crispy bacon. Especially paired with their stouts, witbier, or a shandy. Need we say more?

Address: 3rd Floor, Gopalapura, Binnipete

Timings: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am (Monday-Sunday)

16. Garden City Beer Collective

A one-of-a-kind microbrewery, Garden City Beer Collective (GCBC) pays homage to the garden city through its menu as well as ambiance. The latter is marked by several zones, each named after iconic trees, natural water bodies, or botanicals native to the state. This includes The Hoppery which is a pet-friendly brewery garden, The Flame Tree (Gulmohar) which is a live kitchen pavillion, The Badminton Ball Tree which is a sports arena, The Silk Cotton Tree which is an outdoor garden with a live sushi and dimsum counter, and The Hydrilla which has a pool. The menu, meanwhile, offers a mix of Indian as well as global bites. The Miso-Caesar, Carbon Chicken Kebab, Shetty’s Anjal Fry, Badanakai Yennegai, and Jolada Roti come highly recommended. As do the Gochujang Mushroom Dimsum and Nasu Miso Maki. Each of these pairs like a dream with their cocktails – Mysuru Pak Tini, Ele Oota, or even Rasa G&T. Don’t miss out!

Address: 82/2, Gantiganahalli, Bengaluru

Timings: 12:00 pm – 12:30 am (Monday-Sunday)

17. Toit Brew Pub

Suppose you are looking to taste one of the best-known microbreweries in Indiranagar, Bengaluru. In that case, TOIT Pub is the first suggestion you would get. “Namma Beeru” is the latest addition to their experiments with beer with the already popular ones like rice draft, banana draft, and many more. Depending on the crowd, you can get a high chair, and the place has a cozy ambience. You can get different kinds of pasta, pizzas, old pub appetizers with a mix of South Indian accompaniments that complement the beer. TOIT is Bangalore’s popular pet-friendly pub in Bangalore with no entry fee and helpful staff.

Address : Indiranagar, 100 Feet Rd, Near Drops Total Spirites, Bengaluru

Contact: +919019713388.

18. The Reservoire

Suppose you are looking for a Bangalore pub where you can have a casual weekend evening with your friends. In that case, the Reservoir pub is an excellent option and is also a pet-friendly pub in Bangalore. Furthermore, this pub’s minimalistic and modern interior complements its chic atmosphere. As a result, the Reservoir pub is a perfect spot to hang out on the weekend in addition to their famous Sunday brunches. Your evening rendezvous is made special with the regular live performances by local musicians. Must-Try: Cocktails, Mocktails, Craft beer, Strawberry cupcakes, Grilled calamari, Exotic veggie pizza, Mushroom cheese balls, Mexican cheese fries.

Location: 17th Main Road, J.N.C. Road, Koramangala 5th Block, Bengaluru

Contact: 080 47483007

19. Pecos Classic

Pecos have been serving great food and drinks for over 30 years and is considered one of the most recognizable pubs in Bangalore. Draught beer is the only alcoholic beverage provided in this pub and is freshly brewed. Pub lunch and Pecos breakfast are generous servings of finger food at reasonable prices are some of the popular items in Pecos.

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The cult following of the Pecos club crosses generations because of the history of this pub. The uniqueness of this pub is that it plays music from the ’60s to ’80s that includes reggae, jazz, southern blues. Many customers who are deeply connected to the pubs donated their retro collections to the Club, making them feel connected.

Location: 34, Resthouse Road, Brigade Road.

Contact: +917975176579.

20. Stories

If you are looking for a peaceful and verdant ambience amidst your friends with a favourite drink in your hand, Stories pub is the top place. The place offers straight shots and beer with various finger foods that complement the bar menu beautifully. In addition, the unique and greenery interiors in this pub makes it one of the perfect place to spend a memorable time with your family and friends.Must-Try: Beer cocktails, Beer, Fries, Toasties, Hot garlic chicken wings, Fries basket, Farm fresh pizza, Pasta primavera, Melted cheese Nachos, Tom collins.

Location: 15, 24th Main Road, 1st Phase, JP Nagar.

Contact: 080 49653116