Mumbai’s nightlife is studded with opulent bars and glitzy restaurants. From Mexican bars with boozy margaritas to gin cocktails, this city is buzzing. Whether you want a laid-back beer or a night of dancing, there’s a bar for everyone here.
Here’s a lowdown of the seven best bars in Mumbai that will have you waiting for the weekend..
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1. Sancho’s
Why travel to Mexico when you can raise a glass here in Khar, Mumbai? Sacho’s focuses on fresh ingredients, mexican spices and tacos. This bar and restaurant is an ode to the fusion of Mexican food with Asian techniques.
Try their Seasonal Slush Margarita or the Reventon Punch for a nice kick at one of the best bars in Mumbai.
2. Hakkasan
In the fashionable district of Bandra, this Cantonese-style place is super popular. Grab a seat at the bar and let the expert bartenders look after you.
We suggest trying their Smoky Negroni, an ode to the classic Negroni. Also, the ‘Hakka’ which has tropical flavours of coconut, lychee, lime and passion fruit.
3. Havana
This Cuban style restaurant is located in the popular district of Colaba. It’s a little piece of eye candy in Colaba, with its colourful, rustic and charming decor. From Cuban cigars and Rum to ‘Whisky Sour’, ‘Mucky Mojito’ and ‘Boulevard’, it’s no wonder this bar is so loved by locals.
4. Baraanaa
Baraanaa is tucked inside the Atria Mall in the posh district of Worli. A trendy cocktail bar and kitchen, it a unique and specially curated cocktail menu. Inspired by the different party cultures all over the world, they serve cocktails from various countries. From the ‘Tokyo Thriller’ to ‘Spanish Siesta’ and ‘French Iris’, all the world’s a tipple!
5. Flea Bazaar Café
This mega diner at Lower Parel is the ultimate combination of restaurants, bars and creative space. The star attraction at FLEA Bazaar Café however is the Pop-Up Bar by Social. A skilled team of bartenders pour craft cocktails and 15 variants of craft beer.
Definitely one of the best bars in Mumbai.
6. Dirty Buns
Getting dirty has never been more fun. Chef Boo Kim’s Contemporary Restaurant & Bar is bold and dramatic. It is located at the popular Kamala Mills in Lower Parel. Dig into scrumptious delights like Dirty Rolls and Bao and then get boozy.
Sip on their quirky range of cocktails like Dirty Buns Martini, Dirty Mary and Dirty Margarita. Classic, but with a twist.
7. Lord of The Drinks
Their claim to fame is being the longest bar in Asia (their Lower Parel outlet). Commonly known as LOTD, this is an extremely popular chain known for their massive array of cocktails. With a steady fusion menu, the more popular drinks here are their creative cocktails.
