NightLife

A Guide To Mumbai’s Nightlife: Restros,Clubs, Pubs, Karaoke Bars and Everything Else Under The Moon!

If there’s one thing you must experience in the city of dreams, it is the super popular Mumbai Nightlife. From trendy nightclubs to romantic restaurants and classic hangouts, Mumbai has it all. While most may prefer hitting the dance floor, others like to sing away at a karaoke bar with friends and lounge and unwind. If you are anything like me, then a hot cuppa chai and a long walk by the sea with a bunch of friends will leave you sorted. There are so many things you can do here with or without a budget, all you need is a good appetite for fun and you’re set.

There are many places to visit in Mumbai and can be categorized to be food joints or place just to chill. The place is happening day and night because of the energetic people, great transport facilities as buses are available at most of the time at night at least for your one way trip i.e. reaching the destination & local trains until “Ek Challis” 0140 hours to be precise or you can rely on all time available* cool app-based taxis and Kaali Peeli’s. And good police forces all over the city staying awake just to ensure you have a safe nightlife in Mumbai.

Best Places to Eat in Mumbai

Café Leopold

Established in the year 1871, this is one of the popular and also oldest restaurants of the metropolis. This multi-cuisine restaurant was one of the victims of the horrendous 26/11 Mumbai attack. Although many places Taj Hotel and Trident Hotel have done the renovation post this attack this place is still preserving the signs of it making it one of the most visited places in Mumbai at Night.                                                                                                       

Highlight:    A key aspect which makes this café very popular is its mention in the bestselling novel Shantaram and its sequel The Mountain Shadow which is written by Gregory David Roberts. It is believed to be one of the reasons why many patrons of this popular restaurant came back after 26/11 attack.  

                  

Price: The price here is similar to that of a normal restaurant of the city. It is very reasonable.     

              

Location: It is located in Colaba region across Colaba Police Station.

Kitty Su

Housed inside The Lalit hotel in the city, the place just cater the perfect ambiance for a person to enjoy what is called a great nightlife. In Kitty Su Mumbai you will keep on shaking your leg amidst the perfect ambiance of music and dance.

It is a chain of club spreading all across India.It also has an exclusive boutique and merchandise store, making it unparallel with other nightlife clubs. In Mumbai, it has two venues namely Club and Pleasure. The cuisine you will find here is Bar food.DJ parties is something which you will find here on a regular basis.  

    

Price: The average cost for two people visiting here will be Rs. 3000 or $50 approx with alcohol. Again, the price is similar to what other bar restaurants have.

Location: As mentioned earlier, it is located at The Lalit Hotel, Sahar Airport Road, Mumbai.

ASILO

ASILO which means safe house in Spanish is an open to sky asylum. It offers a stunning, all-encompassing perspective of Mumbai city from uber-luxury housetop scene. The outline and vibe of white stylistic theme, warm wooden ground surface and chic open-air seating with five exclusive private eating lounges, which immediately takes one to a Santorini mood.

Food and the menu of this place is one of the best in the conurbation.It serves one of the best cocktails and grilled food. A live saxophonist and DJ keeps people in groove.It is one of the perfect destination for a romantic and luxury dining. This place is among the top in places to visit in Mumbai at night.   

Price: The average cost for dining of two people comes nearby Rs. 5000 or $80 approx 

Location: It is located at The St. Regis, Phoenix Mills, 40th Floor, Lower Parel, Mumbai.

Doolally Taproom

It is a popular dining place for the commercial capital of India. With amazing ambience, wonderful décor, comfortable seating, excellent customer service, it has become a great place amongst the people. It is more suitable for people to enjoy amazing nightlife with the limited budget.                                              

Popular food of the place are Apple Cider, Chicken Skewer, Virgin Mojito, Pancakes, Craft Beer, Hefeweizen and more. Mostly serves North Indian cuisine (Finger food). It has many positive reviews from people.The main setback of this place is it has a small area, but still, it is not a hindrance as the lovely dishes, artisanal brews, and the ambience covers it up.          

Price: The average price here is around Rs. 1800 or $30 approx for two people with Alcohol. A pint of beer costs around Rs. 300 or $5 approx    

          

Location: It is situated at Geleki area of ONGC colony at Bandra West,Mumbai.

AER

Situated inside Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, it is an open-air rooftop bar which caters cocktails, tapas, champagne and more to its visitors. It welcomes its guests all around the year including the monsoon season when they keep special arrangements for the same   

Here one will definitely have a different experience of nightlife at a high! It is one of the best places to be in during seasons like Christmas and New Year. Outdoor seating capacity is 80.  

Price: Access to the hotel guest is complimentary while outsiders need to pay Rs. 2500 or $40 approx as the cover charge. Cover charge is applicable to everyone (including residing guests) on special occasions like Christmas and New Year Eve. With respect to dining, it costs around Rs. 4000 or $66 approx for two persons     

Location: As mentioned, it is located inside Four Seasons Hotel, 1/136, 34th Floor, Dr. E. Moses Road, Worli, Mumbai.

San Qi

It is another popular place which offers a lively feasting experience in Mumbai that takes visitors on a diverse culinary adventure through the absolute most prevalent cooking styles of the East – Japanese, Thai, Chinese and Indian. Smooth and contemporary, this sustenance eatery includes the best of Asian eating, joined by a hip wine bar, popular world music along with new Indian jazz.        

An amazing 5-star dining experience. It is a perfect place with some taste of wine and International Culinary. Overall one of the perfect location for nightlife with family or friends. Excellent customer service. Décor and ambiance is very much alluring .Indoor Seating with 180 seats

Price: The average dining cost for two persons here will be approxRs. 4500 or $75 approx

Location: The place is located inside the Four Seasons Hotel in Worli,Mumbai.

Places to Visit in Mumbai at Night

Trilogy Open Air Lounge

Love sunsets by the beach? Then this is the place to be in Mumbai. Nestled between the twinkling city lights and the serene sea face at Sea Princess, Trilogy, truly spells grandeur. The recently renovated tourist spot in Mumbai now houses three sections – The Asian Bistro, an open-air lounge bar and thirdly, the stunning nightclub with overhead ceiling lights that glow softly and levitate creating an atmosphere of pure psychedelia. 

The food is great too. You could try their Trilogy special roll, edamametruffle dumplings and crispy pork belly. We recommend you make a prior booking because the place is almost always chock full of people.

Price – A little heavy on the pocket, a meal for two including beverages, would coat around Rs. 3000.

Location – 969, JuhuTara Road, Airport Area, Juhu, inside Sea Princess, Mumbai.

Hard Rock Cafe

It is one of a perfect night out the destination of the town. Here you can visit with your friends and family to enjoy some unforgettable time. Here one has the ample opportunity to dine, enjoy the music, shop and more. 

It is a very popular café which host numbers of guests every time categorizing it amongst one of the places to visit in Mumbai. Presence of pub, nightclub, lounge and more makes the experience of nightlife in this lively city more exciting.                                                                                                                                                        

Highlight:  Top brands like Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff can be found in this pub 

Price: It has an extensive menu with a reasonable price. On a large picture, one can estimate Rs. 2100 or $35 approx for two people for going the place.

Location: There are two café situated in Mumbai. One is in Worli and the other is at Andheri (West). 

H20 - The Liquid Lounge

Very few people are aware that Bollywood star Suniel Shetty is the proud owner of this swanky H20 clubhouse. This place is divided into two sections; the lower part is dedicated solely to rhythm and dance while the upper part houses a quiet restaurant with a Standing Bar. 

A beautiful staircase leads you up to the restaurant area where water comes splashing down from the wall and you realise that the floor underneath your shoes is made of glass, as you look at the people below tapping away at groovy numbers. Tennessee Brunette, Salty Lips, H20 martini and fire shots accompanied with Kakori Mutton kebab, Fish black bean Dry and AchaariMurgTikka will keep you coming back for more.

Price –About Rs. 2000, for two.

Location – Hotel Royal Inn, Opp. Khar Telephone Exchange,  Off Linking Road, Khar, Mumbai.

Poison Club

Go here for the music. The owner of this place DJ Aqeel has the best collection of hip hop, house and trance. Massive sound systems surround the area and the result is a highly energised nightclub. They rope in several popular DJs on Wednesdays, so make sure to pay this place a visit. 

Most people here choose to go with finger foods, of which they have a good collection. Of all the tourist places in Mumbai, this one give you value for money both in terms of music and food.And the best part, as soon as you enter and settle down, they serve you a huge bucket of butter popcorn on the house!

Price – Rs. 1500, for two.

Location – Krystal Building,PatkarMarg, Behind Waterfield Road, Bandra,Mumbai.

Ghetto (Breach Candy)

This is the best tourist spot in Mumbai for regulars and people looking at pocket friendly rates and good ambience. The interiors are dim and dark giving the place a mysteriously rustic feel which will calm your nerves after a long day at work, so kickback and relax. 

If you are alone or have run out of things to talk about, you can always join their pool table or ask them for other board games they keep stacked up behind the counters. One thing, though, they have a strictly no-stag policy, so be sure to check that before booking.

Price – Rs. 1300, for two.

Location –Bhulabhai Desai Road,Breach Candy, Mahalaxmi, South Mumbai.

Blue Frog Club

No Mumbai sightseeing trip can end without paying a visit to this iconic pub. One of the oldest restaurants in Mumbai, this place has consistently provided good entertainment and good food at affordable prices to its customers over the years. The place might seem a little too crowded but if you are a music lover, a comedy lover or just someone who wants to unwind by the sea, this is the place for you. 

Blue Frog continues to host musicians and comedians from all across the globe and has earned itself returning customers from all corners of the world. We recommend their Burnt Linguine Chicken Jalapeño and Garlic Pepper Shrimp. If you are in Mumbai for a quick stay this place should totally be on your list.

Price – About Rs. 1500, for two.

Location –Zeba Centre, Mathuradas Mill Compound, NM Joshi Marg, Lower Parel,Mumbai.

Toto’s Garage

You might have second thoughts for once because of the name of this place if you’re not the one who loves exploring. But believe us, this is the place to go if you’re looking for a pocket-friendly yet best pubs in Mumbai. Just like the name, even the décor has been designed like a garage with the body of a VW Beetle suspended above the lounge and the Dj mixing some great numbers in a Maruti Van! It’s a fun place that serves toothsome delicacies like chilli paneer and chicken in ‘mesh wires! If you’re someone who fears the crowd, don’t count on this place!

The pub can be visited at anytime between 6 PM and 1 AM.

Location : Bandra West

Royalty Club

The name speaks itself about the Club. Adding to the spark in your nightlife in Mumbai, sometimes you can be lucky to find a movie star or your favourite daily soap celeb!

Open Till: 1.30 AM

Location : Bandra West.

Bonobo

The vibe is the second theme for Bonobo as a fusion of the crowd, DJ and Open Roof Drinks hub.

Open Till: 1 AM

Location : Bandra West.

Olive Bar & Kitchen

Olive Bar & Kitchen is most overcrowded place in Night as its open for all age groups and ambience will rejuvenate with the majestic wall colors and the candle lighting

Open Till: 1AM

Location : Khar.

D’ Bell

Whether you are a music lover or food lover, D’ Bell is the place. Adding to your amaze their Happy hours is extended to 1 AM in some weekdays to make you happy

Open Till: 1.30 AM

Location : Lower Parel

Dome - InterContinental

Another place we recommend when it comes to Mumbai Nightlife and open air lounge is the Dome. This terrace lounge at the Intercontinental is as dreamy as can get. Snuggle-worthy white sofas and a view of the vast ocean makes this lounge oh-so-romantic. Reach a little early and catch the seat next to the swimming pool to enjoy the magnificent view. Good days to visit are Tuesdays and Thursdays to watch the live saxophone performances.

Near to the sea, Dome bar will give you the best aerial view of the sea near to the Marine Drive and the best ambience with the best Sushi Food available in the place.

Price For Two: INR 3500 with alcohol

Opening Hours: 5 PM to 1.30 AM

Location : Marine Drive,Mumbai.

Tryst

Tryst’s surreal décor coupled with 1400 dazzling crystal lights placed at every corner of the room make the ambience there truly spectacular. It’s a popular party spot for Mumbai’s crème de la crème, so if you’re lucky, you might even bump into a celebrity. The club has specially elevated VIP tables, where if you want a spot, your minimum order must reach Rs 25,000!

Location: Phoenix Mill Compound, High Street Phoenix, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel West,Mumbai.

China House

China House Lounge wants its guests to be prim and proper; so make sure you’ve pulled out your best party clothes from your closet if you’re heading there. They have some really unique cocktails on their menu, but if you want to get a little creative, you can also request for something that isn’t on the menu. If you’re lucky, you might get it there! China House Lounge’s weekend parties also host some popular DJs in Mumbai, so we suggest you check their schedule in advance.

Location: Kalina, Santacruz East, Grand Hyatt, Near Western Express Highway,Mumbai.

Matahaari

Matahaari boasts of a menu comprising of Continental, Mediterranean, American, Italian, Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Just like the food menu, the bar menu is quite exhaustive too; so you can count on getting some good food and drinks here. A fairly new party hub in Mumbai, this nightclub’s interiors will leave you awestruck with its opulent chandeliers, luxurious sofas and stunning curtains.

Location: Level IV, The Atria Mall, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli,Mumbai.

Club Sirkus

Located inside the famous Hotel Sahara Star, Club Sirkus is spread over an area of 5000 square feet. Complete with glamorous lighting, a lively dance floor and a great drinks menu, Club Sirkus is great for an explosive party night. Every week, from Wednesday to Saturday, they have various popular DJ’s coming with electro, trance, Bollywood music and more.

Location: Hotel Sahara Star, Opposite Domestic Airport, Santacruz East,Mumbai.

XXO

Overlooking Mumbai’s towering skyscrapers, XXO at the St. Regis Mumbai offers a breathtaking view of the city, especially at night. XXO can be classified more as a lounge where you can chill with your friends for hours over a couple of drinks. They do have a dance floor, but the vibe at this place is quite relaxed.

Where: Level 37, The St. Regis Mumbai, 462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel,Mumbai

Tonic

Another lounge bar in the category, Tonic makes it to this list because of its peppy ambience and foot tapping music that has been inviting party lovers in Mumbai since years. The food and drinks are not very expensive there, so you can go there on days when you’re facing a financial crunch too. Tonic was temporarily closed a while ago, so do give them a call to confirm if they are functional before heading there.

Where: Ground Floor, Dr E Moses Road, Famous Studio Lane, Mahalakshmi West, Mumbai

The Barstock Exchange

Here’s the deal with the Barstock Exchange, you get to lock down the price of your drink at the bottom of the curve. Once you do this, you spend your evening chasing down other drinks, mixing whatever you can to get to the bottom. Like the NSE stock exchange, this is a recipe for a good bender. The buzzing bar, youthful crowd and good food are what makes TBSE a winner when it comes to Mumbai Nightlife.

Oh, did we forget to mention – if you’re lucky, you may discover that an Old Monk will cost you as low as INR 17. Unbelievable, right? Which is exactly why TBSE is one place that you should not miss!

Location: Oshiwara, Andheri West

Price For Two: INR 1300 with alcohol

Opening Hours: 6 PM to 1.30 AM

Radio Bar, Bandra

If Bandra is your favourite area to hang out, then head to Radio Bar on Thursdays. Why Thursday you ask? Well, it’s because of their full-blown Bollywood night! This is one bar that is hip and born from a boombox! The rustic ambiance and groovy music make this a win-win among Mumbai nightlife lovers.

Location: Khar West

Price for Two: INR 2000 with alcohol

Opening Hours: 7 PM to 1.30 AM

A Bar Called LIFE

Swanky and elegant this is one place that lets you slip into the party mood the minute you step foot here. With a motive that revolves around life, these guys will make you do have a time of your life. If you come in by 6 PM, you will notice that the drinks are dirt cheap. The rates keep increasing with each passing hour and then comes to a standby at 11 PM. This is to show that human lives are changing and you have no choice but to adapt to it.

The other reason why this is one place that’s worth a visit is because they have a new gig happening here every day. Once the gig is over, that’s when you hit the dance floor. A Bar Called Life is our favourite dance club when it comes to Mumbai Nightlife.

Location: Juhu,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 1500 with Alcohol

Opening Hours: 6 PM to 1.30 AM

Lounge Bars

One too many – Regenzza by Tunga

This all day dining concept lets you choose from cuisines across Indian, Italian, Pan Asian and European. The posh and plush lounge bar is popular for its delicious burgers, wraps, pizza and desserts. If you are a seafood lover, then this is one place that you must visit.

Location: Vashi

Price For Two: INR 2,200 with Alcohol

Opening Hours: 24 hours

Skyy by Ramada

If you are looking for a perfect rooftop restaurant in the Suburbs of Mumbai, then look no further. Skyy by Ramada is one of those places that will transport you to a whole new world. From impeccable ambiance equipped with beautiful fountains and ponds. Set on the rooftop of Ramada, this place will calm your senses. Live music, open bar, see-through kitchen and the smell of food wafting around, this is perfect for a quintessential date night.

Location: Powai

Price For Two: INR 3000 with alcohol

Happy Hours: 5 PM to 8 AM

True Tramm Trunk

Andheri may be a true beer hub in Mumbai but Juhu still likes to party into the wee hours of the night. TTT is one such pub that lets you do that with a combination of quirkiness and the quintessential Indian flavours. True Tramm Trunk does not only give you a bang for your buck but is also a place that will make you lose track of time. TTT is also quite popular for serving the deadliest Long Island Iced Tea in town. What’s even better, this is one LIIT that does pack a punch. Lounging and chilling could not get any better.

Location: Juhu

Price For Two: INR 1500 with alcohol

Opening Hours: 6 PM to 1 AM

Play – The Lounge

If you’re up for mixing your dinner with some crazy, boozy, drinking games then Play – The Lounge is for you. The surprising feature here is their line-up of exciting drinking games – King’s Cup, Alco-hockey, Chess with Shots, Ludo and Shots and so much more. Beer pong is one of our favourites.

Location: Lower Parel,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 1700 with alcohol

Happy Hours: 12 PM to 8.30 PM

Live Music

White Owl

The best of Mumbai nightlife is incomplete without live music and unlimited beer. The White owl is the epitome of that. This is one place that will spoil you with its good music, great food and drinks. The rustic decor, the Irani styled chairs and mirrored table tops will give you the right feels. The distinctive White Owl is also one of best microbreweries in the city. The minimalistic style and charm will make this one place that you will want to visit again and again.

Location: Lower Parel,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 2000 with alcohol

Happy Hours: 12.30 PM to 7.30 PM.

Barking Deer

Located in Mathuradas Mills, this is one uber stylish brewery. With an all-day restaurant and a glitzy ambiance, this warm brew pub is oh so welcoming. The best part here is that the minute you enter, the aroma of the brewed crafts beer will light you up. What’s even better is the fun events and games that take place at the Barking Deer Brew Pub. This place is also well known for their kickass burgers, so don’t forget to try that out.

Location: Lower Parel,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 1700 with alcohol

Happy Hours: 12 PM to 8 PM

Karaoke Clubs

Soul Fry, Bandra – Monday

If you would like to try out Goan cuisine and sing like no ones watching then Soul Fry in Bandra is for you.

This gorgeous place has Karaoke nights for music lovers every Monday night. Don’t worry, they also take English song requests and the atmosphere is electric. The vibe here is chill and you won’t find seafood this fresh and tasty anywhere else in Mumbai, we promise.

Don’t forget to book your table in advance to avoid the mad rush.

Location: Pali Hill

Price For Two: INR 1000

Opening Hours: 12 PM to 3 PM and 7.30 PM to 11.30 PM

Copa Juhu – Tuesday

Copa is one of those pubs with a contagious vibrant energy. Their Karaoke nights are usually on Tuesdays with a lot of other fun things in store. The songs played here are mostly English, you could ask for a personal favourite. The swing chairs, the casual warm lighting, and a post-office crowd, this place is as chilled out as can get. The food is delicious and is a bang for your buck. Plus, they even have hookah to get you hooked! Karaoke starts 9 PM onwards.

Location: Juhu,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 1500 with alcohol

Opening Hours: 6.30 PM to 1.30 PM

Woodside Inn, Andheri West – Wednesday

Woodside Inn is as lovely as it sounds, with cute outdoors and picture perfect indoors making this apt for you to unwind and relax. They have karaoke nights every Wednesdays. If Britney Spears, My Way or The Highway is your jam, then this is where you should head to. Although suggestions are welcome, this is what you will get to hear quite repeatedly. The laid back and rustic ambiance, and the wide variety of beers they offer makes this an apt Wednesday night scene.

Location: Oshiwara, Andheri West,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 1800 with alcohol.

Happy Hours: 4 PM to 8 PM

Road House Bluez – Thursday

This cafe is popular for its delicious Kebabs and relaxed ambiance. They have Karaoke nights every Thursday and is feasible for people living around Andheri. Plus, these guys serve free popcorn as Chakna! Who would say no to that, right? The booze and food here are wallet friendly making this cafe a binge-worthy place. They also have special gigs happening every now and then. If you and your friends are looking to go all crazy then there no place better than here to do just that.

Location: Azad Nagar,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 1600 with alcohol

Happy Hours: 6 PM to 12 AM (Mon-Wed) 6 PM to 8 PM (Thurs-Sun)

Tight House, Borivali – Friday

This is one hidden gem in Borivali which is warm, cozy and gives you a close-knit community vibe. Karaoke here is on Friday nights and we recommend you book your table in advance. The night here can get a bit overwhelming because of the crowd. No, we’re not kidding. The trick is to get there as early as you can. And by early, we mean 8.30 PM. You don’t want to squeeze yourself through the crowd to get a decent spot, do you?

Location: Borivali West,Mumbai.

Price For Two: INR 1000 with alcohol

Happy Hours: 12 PM to 1 AM

Merlin’s, The Orchid Hotel – Saturday

If you are still looking for a Karaoke gig on a Saturday night then Merlin’s is where you should head to. A part of the five star rated The Orchid Hotel, this karaoke bar is a higher alternative if you have the budget for it. So if you’re looking to unleash the singer within you, then this where that can happen. What’s even better, the karaoke here carries on till 1.30 AM in the night.

Location: Vile Parle East

Price For Two: INR 2500 with alcohol

Happy Hours: 4 PM to 8 PM

The Little Door, Versova – Sunday

Imagine a good scrumptious Sunday brunch with some good Ol’ Karaoke. Versova is a perfect combination of delicious Sangria and pop music. This brunch will treat you to a lavish feast of exotic Greek, Italian and Spanish delicacies. There’s no better way to spend a Sunday than indulge in some singing and binging. Mumbai nightlife does not get better than this.

Location: Veera Desai Area,Mumbai.

Price For One:

Rs. 797 +TAX (Unlimited Food)

Rs. 1247 +TAX (Unlimited Food + Beer + Sangria)

Rs. 1447 +TAX (Unlimited Food + IMFL + Cocktails)

Happy Hours: 12 PM to 4 PM.