The Best Bars In Nagpur, India

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Shreyas Kulkarni

Nagpur is the second capital of the state of Maharashtra, and known for its beautiful parks and temples along with great food. Increasing tourist numbers have also boosted the city’s demand for nightlife, with some great bars opening up; we pick the best.
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10 Downing Street

Cocktails

10 Downing Street might remind some of the British Prime Minister’s residence but in Nagpur, it’s a very popular bar. Widely appreciated by the residents of Nagpur, this bar has done everything right since it has opened. The interiors are welcoming and sophisticated along with a lively ambiance. One can enjoy authentic Chinese and Continental cuisines along with a variety of cocktails and mocktails. The dim lighting and English tracks are a bonus. It’s a great place to relax and grab a few beers with friends.

Fionaa

Fionaa is an impressive place for drinks and food. You’re welcomed into a charming and lively space with a lounge bar vibe. The menu is superb with a variety of starters and delicious butter chicken, and they also have great cocktails and a fully stocked bar with friendly bartenders. It’s quite spacious in case you want to dance while the live DJ spins some great numbers.

Spot 9

Spot 9 says it is here to bring happiness to Nagpur and they have certainly succeeded. Spread over 2,500 acres, there’s no shortage of entertainment; from a brilliant in-house DJ and huge dance floor to private booths for couples. You can have a drink here and enjoy the music or taste the delicious food which ranges from American and Indian starters to Italian and Chinese.

Ethyl

A whisky sour cocktail on a wooden table next to a brown clutch bag with a golden strap

Located in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ethyl Bar is a trendy, inviting space. It’s one of Nagpur’s more upscale bars with an elegant feel to it. The classy interiors have huge glass doors and walls and luxury upholstered seating, all beneath a striking painted ceiling. The bar is pretty big with a variety of drinks and quite an impressive list of foreign wines, all being happily drunk by locals and hotel guests into the night.

Royal Lancers

Located at the lobby level of Hotel Pride, Royal Lancers is one of the best places to unwind after a busy day. The bar serves a variety of cuisines as small plates and nibbles, all of which go well as an accompanying snack to the wide selection of spirits, wines, cocktails and delicious mocktails.

Rhythm and Blues

Rhythm and Blues is located inside the Tuli Hotel and often attracts the best of Nagpur with its warm and friendly ambience. A fantastic place for parties, there’s great music and the best sound system in the city. Plus, a variety of drinks and delicious food; what else can one ask for?

Ice Lounge

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Located on its own separate level in Hardeo Hotel, Ice Lounge has a pleasant atmosphere with excellent service. You can visit for dinner, for pre-dinner drinks or late night cocktails. Do try the mocktails and the desserts, they are superb. The bar also has a good selection of single malts.

Nottee

Nottee is renowned in Nagpur as a great place to hang out with friends. The menu has a selection of reasonably priced drinks and finger food, and there’s a pretty good live DJ so you can always break out a few moves at the dance floor. This is the kind of place where college students and Nagpur’s trendy youth scene can be found enjoying their drinks.

Empress Mall, Sir Bezanji Marg, Near Gandhi Sagar Lake Nagpur, Maharashtra, India +91 808 76 77 776

House Of Beers

As the name suggests, this bar is the place to hit for beers and beers. Located on the roof of the Hotel Heritage, it’s a great place to visit for a laid-back evening alongside a clientele that is mainly a young crowd and couples. One can also find hookah here which is an added bonus.

Elements

Elements serves only meat-free food and alcohol making it the most popular spot among the huge number of vegetarians in Nagpur. It is well designed and has a huge Emperor styled chair to take selfies on with friends. The menu offers a full range of cuisines including Tandoor, North Indian, Chinese, Italian and Continental to go with a bar that is well stocked, and bartenders that deliver drinks promptly.

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