Spend your evenings with delicious cocktails in hand while overlooking some pretty stellar views ahead. Luckily, living in the capital city has its perks with the city offering plenty of options for the same. Whether you prefer a sleek rooftop atop a skyscraper or a charming terrace in a heritage haveli, the city has something to suit your every mood. We, therefore, bring you some of the best rooftop bars in Delhi for a gorgeous view made ten folds better with glasses of fizz.
1. Kylin Skybar
This elegant rooftop bar is best known for its wispy white curtained gazebos, eclectic bar and authentic oriental fare. The music here changes every night with Sufi Saturdays being one of their most popular nights. Ladies, Wednesday nights are all about you—grab your girls and enjoy some delicious complimentary cocktails. We recommend trying the Chilli Coriander Martini to spice up your evenings.
📍T 302, 3rd Floor, Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj Mall Road, Ambience Island, Vasant Kunj II
2. Dramz
Spread across the second and third floors of Dramz Hotel, this rooftop bar offers a classy setting to sip fine whisky while admiring the iconic Qutub Minar. The bar menu has a wide range of craft cocktails, wines and curated spirits. Pair your drink with classic Indian snacks or go international with their European, Japanese and Asian delicacies. They further hold live music on Tuesday nights- a great way to beat the mid-week blues.
📍1580/1, KD Marg, Near Qutub Minar, Mehrauli
3. Thai High
Thai High, which opened its bar in 2001, is Delhi’s top spot for Thai cuisine and flavorful cocktails. Its garden terrace tables, offering stunning views of the Qutub Minar, make it as popular as its food and drinks. Trust us, their red wine sangria and Thai appetizers speak for themselves. Whether planning a relaxed evening or adding it to your pub-hopping adventure, this spot will not disappoint.
📍Ambawatta complex, Mehrauli
4. Lakhori
Lakhori transports you to a time when the Mughals ruled Delhi. This rooftop bar is set in a UNESCO Awarded Heritage Haveli and pampers you like royalty. Treat yourself to a glass of wine paired with kebabs that melt in your mouth or whisky on the rocks with a Chandni Chowk Special Achari Meat Kulcha. And as you are going to be treated like royalty, make sure you dress the part here!
📍Haveli Dharampura at 2293, Gali Guliyan, Dharampura
5. Cirrus 9
Special occasions call for a venue with a view! Perched atop the Oberoi Hotel, this elegant rooftop bar offers breathtaking views of the UNESCO World Heritage Humayun’s Tomb and the lush greens of the golf course. Cirrus 9 is recognized as one of Delhi’s most romantic dining destinations, offering an intimate ambience with stunning views. Try one of the 9 unique cocktails– each inspired by Delhi’s iconic landmark- crafted by renowned beverage consultant Giancarlo Mancino.
📍The Oberoi, Dr. Zakir Hussain Marg
6. Auro Kitchen Bar
Now, this is an all-day venue! It’s equally popular with the lunch crowd and the late-night clubbers. Auro Kitchen Bar celebrates modern cuisine and fusion cocktails like the New Delhi Sour, Anjeer Delight and Suriya Fizz. They’ve got a karaoke night on Thursdays and DJs spinning fresh beats every other day of the week. Make sure to keep an eye on their socials to know who’s playing when you plan your visit.
📍DDA Shopping Complex 201, Sri Aurobindo Marg Aurobindo Palace Market Hauz Khas
7. Rooh
As a contemporary Indian bar and restaurant sitting in a 150-year-old Haveli, Rooh mirrors Delhi’s balance of old and new. The bar is part of an international chain with 2 branches in California. The bar’s artisanal cocktails like the Turmeric Collins and Rooh Margarita, put it on the list of must-visit rooftop bars in Delhi. Occasionally, the bar raises the energy levels with beats spun by some of the best Indian and international DJs.
📍Ambawatta One Complex, H-5/1, Kalkadas Marg
8. The Sky High
Anyone who’s been here will tell you that sunset is the best time to grab a table. This rooftop bar exudes a casual, laid-back atmosphere with a touch of bohemian whimsy. Along with a range of spirits and classic cocktails, they offer a wide selection of Indian, continental and Chinese bites to nibble on. Order some of their fantastic pizzas here that have most deservedly earned some rave reviews.
📍3rd floor, TF-11, Vasant Square Mall, Mehrauli Mahipalpur Road, Vasant Kunj