Whether you are a fan of exotic cocktails sipped under dim lights or in a mood to slosh down a couple of pints after work, the capital city houses an assortment of bars that’ll best suit your night. We get it! After a long day’s or rather week’s of work you deserve to unwind with good music, a couple of drinks and the company of your friends. And because we love to champion a good time, we have curated a list of the best bars in Delhi. So roll up your sleeves and loosen your tie, we are here to make sure that your glass is always full!
Side-Note: Each bar mentioned below has been handpicked by the team and relies on locals’ recommendations, personal experiences, and thorough research. As we are always looking for places with tantalising cocktails and an inviting atmosphere, this list is constantly updated with new places and established favourites to bring you the best. Be sure to bookmark this page to never miss an update on Delhi’s best bars!
1. Sidecar
No stranger to international awards, Delhi’s favourite neighbourhood bar churns out amazing artisanal cocktails for a night that you’ll probably remember (depends on how many of their sixteen signature cocktails you’ve had!). Spread across two floors, Sidecar exudes a European atmosphere with polished wooden panel and classy leather chairs which are all tied together by a beautiful library. The bar serves classic cocktails with its own twist, so look out for the Gin and Tonic infused with Himalayan smoked tea! A solid recommendation, try their take on Cacao mixed with Japanese whiskey. After the first sip, you’ll never want to have it any other way.
📍M29, GK2, M Block Market, Greater Kailash-2, Right, 110048, next to HDFC Bank, New Delhi, Delhi 110048
2. PCO Bar
Inspired by traditional speakeasies in New York, you need a passcode to enter this bar that values supreme comfort and luxury. They serve one of a kind cocktails and their drinks menu, scattered with clever anecdotes, is not the only thing that packs a punch! We never say no to the classics like a good old fashioned Manhattan, but we will this one time to accommodate their amazing range of cocktails. The award winning triple sec washed with yoghurt anyone?
📍D-4, D, Block Market, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110057
3. Olive Bar & Kitchen
Bringing in a flurry of seaside vibes right into the heart of Delhi, Olive Bar and Kitchen easily checks all the boxes needed for a serene night out. It is really easy to drown among its wide selection of wines all categorised by countries across the globe. However, make sure you also try their delicious signature cocktails inspired by the Mediterranean. Try their freshly made passion fruit sorbet with a pour of gin and tonic and you might as well be in Italy! They even host a limited range of cocktails crafted by proficient mixologists through the year so make sure you follow them online to never miss out on a pour.
📍Mile 6, One Style, 8, Kalka Das Marg, Seth Sarai, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
4. Grappa Bar, Shangri-La Eros
With happy hours consisting of bottomless sangrias, beers and fresh popcorn, Grappa Bar is probably one of the best bars in Delhi one might find themselves after work. Located in a five star hotel, the bar offers a gorgeous outdoor seating area well preserved for a romantic date while you both enjoy one of their Italian inspired cocktails. With summer on high, we recommend taking a fresh sip of their zesty martini. Fair warning, you won’t stop at one!
📍Lobby Level, Shangri-La Eros New Delhi, 19, Ashoka Rd, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
5. Pebble Street
Spanning nearly two decades, this is one of the oldest bars in Delhi. Often screening live sport events, Pebble Street holds regular live music and even has a pretty generous happy hour policy. So have a pint or five! We promise an amazing evening with friends spent singing along to Bollywood hits.
📍Building No 8, Community Center Community Center 8, New Friends Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110025
6. Perch Wine & Coffee Bar
Brick walls, potted plants, lots of sunlight and a pitcher of delicious sangria, sounds like heaven right? Perch Wine and Coffee Bar, with its long wine lists and refreshing summer cocktails has a wholehearted take on having a good time. They even hosts a series of fun events starting from sip and paint to summer wine tastings! We recommend heading to one of their two bars in Delhi for their Sunday brunch board and wine buffet. Drink as many glasses as you can from their sprawled out collection and your Sunday just got better.
📍71, Khan Market, Rabindra Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
📍18-A, Basant Lok Market, Basant Lok, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110057
7. The Piano Man Jazz Club
Yes, this place is as good as it sounds! Picture this: wooden floors, circular stairways and crystal chandeliers right above the stage positioning a shiny black piano. With daily live performances encouraging emerging artists, the bar gives a centre stage to musicians as lights get dimmed, bars shut and the waiters even stop serving as soon as a performance ensues. Make sure to check out their specialised menu inspired by the prohibition era and their range of delicious candy cocktails!
📍Commercial Complex B 6/7-22 Opp Deer Park, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi, Delhi 110029
8. Bo Tai
A curated drinks menu infused with locally sourced ingredients, the cocktails in this joint is well worth a try. Order its famous full moon festival cocktail, maybe even an espresso martini and be sure to snap a few clicks for the gram as they are all offered in stunning fish bowl glasses! A fun take on classic brunches, Bo Tai also launched its very own Sunday ‘drunches.’ Pick and choose from wine, prosecco or- on their more classier side- champagne brunch options.
📍6/4, Kalka Das Marg, behind Qutab Minar, Seth Sarai, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
9. Summer House Cafe
Famous for its spirited evening events, Summer House Cafe exhibits a rustic feel offering both indoor and outdoor seating. Considered one of the best bars in Delhi with regular events like open mics to band performances, we suggest you grab a couple glasses of sangria from its often crowded bar and enjoy the evening on its summer balcony. Not too long ago Chris Martin gave a surprise visit for an impromptu concert at their cafe. Who knows who you might catch next!
📍1st Aurobindo Place Market, Sri Aurobindo Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016
10. Fig & Maple
From mulled wines during cosy winters to refreshing mimosas for the coming summer, this bar crafts your soon-to-be favourite cocktails for every occasion. With an extensive list of Gin & Tonics, their bar- the apothecary as called- offers stunning extensions of the same. With infusions of figs, beetroots, pineapples and more, their cocktails definitely add a refreshing zest! An amalgamation of all things summer (translates to lots of plants!), their rooftop is the perfect place to unwind. Further, they also offer signature cocktail kits to replicate their delicious cocktails at home. So why not try your hand at mixology?
📍M-27, E Block Rd, Block M, Greater Kailash II, Greater Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi 110048