11 Best Bars In Bengaluru For A Hip, Elevated Cocktail Experience

Blame it on the weather or the mundanity of life, but Bengaluru’s bar scene is having a proper moment. This isn’t a list of your favorite dive bars about places that are new and now. This guide is ideal for those seeking an elevated experience. Here is a list of bars (that raise the bar) for cocktail experiences:

11 Best Bars In Bengaluru For An Elevated Cocktail Experience

1. 403 Forbidden

Aman Dua’s distraction-free and ‘not for everyone’ space, this bar makes some mean cocktails, encouraging customers to keep their phones away. The food menu is limited, but the taste is on point – the gyozas are probably the closest that you might have eaten at a Japanese restaurant - focus is still on the cocktails and, of course, conversations. Go for their Picante. Advance booking recommended.

Address: 403 Forbidden Bar, Khata No. 789/A, 1st Floor, 12th Main Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Appareddipalya, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560008

Timings: 9 AM to 12:30 AM

Price for two: INR 1,600 to INR 2,000

2. Mirth

In an unassuming lane in Indiranagar, away from the party streets, Mirth is a collaboration between four lifelong friends - Sundeep Reddy, Arasu Elango, Santosh Balan, and Prasanna Govindappa. Their cocktails have a definite Goan twist – menu being designed by Dev Narvekar of Goa’s Petisco Fame, with hints of influence by the group’s travels across Bangkok and Hong Kong. Quiet, private ambience. The cocktails have playful, global notes; the food walks into fusion territory. We recommend the Bloom Line.

Address: 2nd floor, Ashok Terrace, 303, 100 Feet Rd, Indira Nagar 1st Stage, Stage 1, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038

Timings: 5:30 PM to 1 AM

Price for two: INR 2,000 to INR 3,000

3. Bar Wild

Tucked away in the bar street of Indiranagar, it might be hard to spot. The cocktails are really something to write about, but really go witness it yourself! unsobered dares you to try the Chukagai. Spearheaded by renowned Argentinian-Venezuelan mixology duo Alex Torrealba and Kassandra Derkach, even the classics at Bar Wild speak volumes about the expertise here. The right decibel, knowledgeable staff, limited but banging food menu, very attentive owners - an evening here will be memorable. Pre-booking recommended.

Address: 12th A Main Rd, Doopanahalli, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560008

Timings: 5 PM to 12:30 AM

Price for two: INR 2,000 to INR 3,000

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4. SOKA

Mentioned in Asia’s 50 Best Bars list in 2025, Soka is a 39-seater bar that you want to book ahead. It fills up fast, and if you like a narrative-led personalized cocktail journey with your friends. A cocktail menu with a story behind every drink - a collaboration between Chef Sombir Choudhary and bartender Avinash Kapoli - gives you a space for yourself in a city racing to build the biggest bar and the largest brewery. Unsobered recommends you try the Pi Pi martini.

Address: No.210, A cross, 1st Main Rd, 2nd stage Indiranagar, Stage 2, Domlur, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560071

Timings: 5 PM to 1 AM

Price for two: INR 2,000 to INR 3,000

5. Naked & Famous

The cocktail bar has main character energy - an octagonal bar with four stations, each dedicated to a cocktail-making technique (Built, Stirred, Shaken, Neat). Co-founded by bartender Karthik Kumar, the bar's eats are as good as the cocktails. If you must try one cocktail, it should be the Critic’s Choice (and then you can try some more because every cocktail is a masterpiece).

Address: Second Floor, 4, 100 Feet Rd, KHB Block Koramangala, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560095

Timings: 6 PM to 1 AM

Price for two: INR 3,000 to INR 4,000

6. Mezcalita

Very Latin-American Street, buzzing with energy - drinks, ambience, and music. Mezcalita is the new kid on the block and is turning a lot of heads. It is truly Mexican: Juan Pablo - flavor wizard, moved to India from Mexico, and Head Mixologist – Sachin Yadav – is a mezcal maestro. The team captures nuances of traditions that are truly Mexican, through cocktails and tapas on the menu. Many would pick fan favorite One in a Melon, but we like the sound of Oaxca to Osaka.

Address: No.950, Bayt Towers, 12th Main Rd, opp. Araku Coffee, Sodepur, HAL 2nd, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560008

Timings: 12 PM to 12:30 AM

Price for two: INR 2,500 to INR 3,500

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7. Bar Sama

Tokyo izakaya meets Bangkok night market, with a dash of old Bengaluru – 70+ classics and quietly confident amongst bars with an ‘international flavor’. The bar program – in collaboration with Cat Bite Club, Singapore - is high on spirits and ‘unsweetened’ by Indian bar standards. Bartenders are chatty while finetuning your cocktail for you. The outer décor is dusty green and reminiscent of old Bengaluru’s art deco grills, postcard frames, but the inner chamber opens into a marble bar counter – very chic, ideal for both cocktails and conversations. Thai-inspired food by Chef Vichita Kumar (O Pedro, Lupa) – your ‘glocal’ gram-friendly bar?

Address: RN Horizon, 33/4, Ulsoor Rd, Yellappa Garden, Hanumanthappa Layout, Sivanchetti Gardens, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560042

Timings: 7 PM to 1 AM

Price for two: INR 2,000 to INR 2,500

8. ZLB23

Highly acclaimed Kyoto-inspired speakeasy bar hidden in The Leela Palace and widely recognized as one of the best bars in India, ranked #31 on Asia's 50 Best Bars. A theatre show to reveal at a 7-seater theatrical setup to introduce the cocktails rather than a menu. unsobered favorites are Mary Pickford and Americano. This is one of the few speakeasies in Bengaluru, and true to its cadre, it is tucked away, unmarked, complete with the Prohibition era vibe.

Address: The Leela Palace, HAL Old Airport Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560008

Timings: 6:30 PM to 12:45 AM

Price for two: INR 4,000 to INR 6,000

9. The Cloak Society

This bar is shrouded in mystery. You need to call the Cloak Master at midnight on a number (9108444932) to reserve. Behind a veil of secrecy (literally) at The Ritz-Carlton is a theatre-inspired speakeasy. You are greeted by mysterious hosts clad in cloaks, making the entire experience clandestine but also quite elevated. Even their cocktails have been divided into ‘Antiques’ and ‘Poison’.  Food is deliberate and complementary, with confit pulled pork sliders and fig mostrada amongst others.

Address: 3rd Floor, The Ritz-Carlton, 99, Residency Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025

Timings: 6 PM to 1 AM

Price for two: INR 6,000 to INR 6,500

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10. Dali & Gala

This one is literally an assault on the senses in a good way! The bar boasts of 75+ original artworks on the walls, waiting staff dressed up in quirky Dali-inspired outfits, and a cocktail menu that has mezcal and tequila topping the list. This is one place you will probably want to show off on your gram. Food, too, is worth writing about – with Burmese small plates complementing the ‘on-edge’ drinks beautifully. Gala Strips is our recommendation. Owing to its popularity, booking on weekends is recommended.

Address: Upper ground, No. 1, the museum, Museum Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

Timings: 5 PM to 1 AM

Price for two: INR 2,000 to INR 3,000

11. Muro

16^th in the 30 Best Bars in India list – 2024 and 14^th in 2025, Muro doesn’t scream for attention. A breakfast club by day and an upscale bar with warm lighting, wooden detailing, and an interactive bar taking center stage at night, Muro also has booths and private lounges. This bar is perfect for those who want to catch up over some carefully curated cocktails paired with Cantonese eats. Unsobered favorite to try - the Mango Sticky Rice (yes, it’s a cocktail) with Tom Yum Chips and of course the Moo Hong. Book in advance.

Address: 5, Museum Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

Timings: 12 PM to 1 AM

Price for two: INR 2,500 to INR 5,000

Key Points To Keep In Mind

• Dali & Gala and Muro are practically next door to each other on Museum Road, so you could easily do both in one evening 
• Soka and Mirth are both in Indiranagar and pair well together. 
• ZLB23 and Bar Sama/Dali & Gala are a different side of town, better as standalone evenings.

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Summing Up

Bengaluru's mixology landscape has effortlessly transitioned from massive breweries to intimate, technique-forward sanctuaries. Driven by narrative-led menus, global consultant collaborations, and clandestine speakeasy formats, these eleven destinations prove that the city’s contemporary bar scene is no longer just about casual pints—it is officially a premier, world-class cocktail destination.

FAQs

Are Reservations Mandatory For These Elevated Bars?

Yes, absolutely. Because many of these spots emphasize intimacy over capacity—like the 39-seater SOKA or the heavily restricted 403 Forbidden—they fill up days in advance. For the secret speakeasy The Cloak Society at The Ritz-Carlton, you are required to call the Cloak Master exactly at midnight to secure a booking.

Which Of These Bengaluru Bars Have Made It Onto Asia’s 50 Best Bars List?

Both SOKA (Indiranagar) and ZLB23 (The Leela Palace) carry massive international prestige, having been prominently ranked on Asia’s 50 Best Bars list. Muro on Museum Road also holds a highly respected spot among the top 20 of the 30 Best Bars in India list.

Do These Cocktail Bars Accommodate Non-Drinkers Or Offer Food Menus?

While the emphasis is strongly on technique-forward mixology, they do not ignore the kitchen. Places like Bar Wild and Naked & Famous feature limited but exceptionally curated menus, while Bar Sama showcases stellar Thai food by Chef Vichita Kumar. Zero-proof, sophisticated mocktails are also custom-built by the mixology teams upon request.