13 Best Pubs In Bangalore That Pour Perfection

One of the oldest and most authentic pubs in Bangalore, Chin-Lung is everything nostalgic and love. Though the place has got a bit of an upgrade and doesn't look as much, (we are overstating) of a dive bar anymore, the prices are still old school: a pint of beer, a plate of fries, and Old Monk will set you back by about INR 400. 

Timings: 10:30 AM to 1 AM

Rating: 4/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,400 

A little bit of old-school jam, pints, and towers of beers, and the usual chakna is what the scene at Jimi's is all about. The old-school Bangalorean pub vibe and many options to drink make Jimi's a top favourite despite its questionable interiors which truly need a redo! But old is gold, and no place like Jimi's for rock music and Kingfisher beer. 

Timings: 11 AM to 12 AM

Rating: 4.1/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 2,000 

Bangalore's very own 221B, Baker's Street is known for its classic pub feel with affordable drinks and classic food options. Sherlock's has an old-school vibe with comfort food and classic alcohol combinations. Sip on Old Monk, or whiskey, or order a beer town and let the good times roll.

Timings: 11 AM to 1 AM

Rating: 4.1/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,800 

Bangalore's old-school pub, Pecos Classic off Brigade Road, is the place to be for some classic rock music and drinks at prices that would give you a happy high! With rock icons on the walls of Pecos, you'd feel like you are on a Stairway To Heaven with beers and pub food to go with them. Hands down, Pecos is Bangalore's favourite pub and is loved for the food, beers, and music they play (across generations too!). 

Timings: 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM 

Rating: 4.3/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,400

Turn on the Bangalore Bliss with some Cajun fries and freshly brewed beers at Arbor Brewing Company. Being the official brew-up of Bangalore FC, match days are never dull here and the Namma Bengaluru sentiment runs high here. With several options to choose from at the bar and some good food to go along with it, Arbor Brewing Company is undoubtedly one of the most famous pubs in the city.

Timings: 12 PM to 12:30 AM 

Rating: 4.4/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,800

Known for its chicken wings and all-American diner ambiance, Plan B is one of the OG pubs in Bangalore. With old-school music and a classic 90s vibe, Plan B has a place in every Bangalorean's heart and, is on the to-visit list of everyone who frequents the city. If you love meat, then Plan B has plenty of options for you to choose from.

Timings: 12 PM to 1 AM

Rating: 4.1/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,600

Toit is one of the most visited and top on anyone's and everyone's list of best pubs and microbreweries in Bangalore. Being one of the most crowded pubs in Bangalore, consider yourself lucky if you manage to find a seat here on a weekend. Their freshly brewed beers are an absolute must-try and have successfully marked themselves on the pub map of India. Do try their Lamb, Fig, and Cheese Pizza, the Baked Nachos, and the hefty Toit Steak.

Timings: 8:30 AM to 1 AM

Rating: 4.5/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 2,500

Not to be confused with Sherlock's, Watson's is a popular pub chain known for their craft beers, chilled-out ambiance, budget-friendly drinks, and some appetising food options. It is a huge hit among the Bangaloreans and a regular spot for a chilled drink during the week, or to just get the weekend vibe on. It is spread over three locations: JP Nagar, Ulsoor, and Vasant Nagar. If you're easy with location, the Ulsoor one is the best as it overlooks the lush, green canopy of the military area around it. 

Timings: 12 PM to 1 AM

Rating: 4.4/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,600

With the opening of Bob's Bar on Wood Street, the total number of Bob's in the city goes up to five. The one in Wood Street is a massive 498-seater space inside an old bungalow complete with a standing bar area and open-air situation. The food remains consistently good across all Bob's, and so does the pricing of alcohol. We've had one too many memories at the Koramangala and Indiranagar locations, and it's only going to get better. 

Timings: 11:30 AM to 1 AM 

Rating: 4.4/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,000

Doff Pub is where you need to head if you are looking to throw in some game time during your drinking sesh with the crew. With TV screens all around, happy hours, and a chilled-out ambiance, there's not a lot that can go wrong once you start your scene here. To eat, keep it simple with bar bites. 

Timings: 9:30 AM to 1 AM 

Rating: 4.3/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,900

The Local in Koramangala is one of our spots when it comes to farewell parties or matchday screenings. They have good alcohol deals any day of the week, and their rooftop is the best place to enjoy Bangalore's weather with a pint or many. Their food pairs well with the drinks, and it's the right kind of greasy carbs you need for a night of mad fun. 

Timings: 12 PM to 1 AM 

Rating: 4.2/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,600

This is one of those old-school pubs in Bangalore (and Koramangala) that has stood the test of time at just over a quarter of a century. It's almost an unassuming spot around the corner, but you will find regulars and newbies all thronging here for the budget booze and great bar bites and food that includes Parsi options. The music matches the retro vibe of the space that's done up with records, posters, instruments, and, of course, a jukebox. 

Timings: 10 AM to 11:30 PM

Rating: 4.4/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,200

For Bangaloreans who went to college and uni in Central Bangalore, Scottish Pub is nostalgia max. It's one of the oldest pubs in Bangalore, so it's been around for generations. The no-frills pub has had many makeovers in the years and the oldies might be quite impressed with what they have done with the space. Beer on tap, an elevated bar bites menu that includes Asian bites, and good seats make this an any-day-after-work spot.  

Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM 

Rating: 4.1/5 on Google 

Cost For Two: INR 1,200