Top Bars In Mumbai To Visit For A Night Out With Friends

Miss Margot brings back Mumbai’s vibrant lounge culture with an elegant touch to the city’s dining scene. Designed by Shabnam Gupta of Orange Lane, the space is warm and inviting with chandeliers, candlelit corners, plush seating, and a striking central bar. The atmosphere is matched by a menu that spans an extensive selection of food and drinks, ensuring every evening feels special.

The bar at Miss Margot is led by mixologist and partner Dimi Lezinska, who curates a menu of cocktails, mocktails, tequila, and gin to suit every mood. Signature picks include the classic martini and the Miss Margot cocktail, crafted with gin, marasca berries, and lemon for a refreshing twist. To complement the drinks, the food menu offers a range of bites—from vegetarian tacos and toasts to chicken wings and seafood—perfect for a well-rounded feast.

Located in South Mumbai, Baroke is the city’s first vinyl-only listening bar, blending music, food, and a lively atmosphere. The space glows with golden lighting and earthy interiors, anchored by a central bar that sets the tone for a relaxed escape from the city’s bustle. Guests can browse a curated collection of jazz, funk, soul, and rock records while sipping on cocktails crafted by expert mixologists. Highlights include the gin and juice and the banana boat espresso martini. To complement the drinks, the menu offers fresh salads, lamb chops, spicy prawns, Kerala-style kathal fry, and indulgent desserts for a balanced experience.

SoBo 20 at InterContinental Marine Drive brings a mix of New Orleans charm and French sophistication to South Mumbai’s coastline. With art-deco inspired interiors, golden accents, and elegant seating, it sets the perfect backdrop for lively evenings, whether it’s a special date or a casual night with friends. The cocktail list stands out with creations like the Sidecar Smoke, blending French classics with Creole flair, and the Drawing Room, a rye-infused gin cocktail with lemon and rosso caviar. The menu pairs beautifully with the drinks, offering Franco-American plates such as gumbo-style fried rice and caviar-topped beignets for a refined yet playful dining experience by the sea.

Mezcalita, located just off Marine Drive in Churchgate, is a lively cantina and tequila bar that captures the spirit of a Mexican street party from the moment you step inside its parrot-green doors. Bright murals, tribal chairs, and folk art adorning the walls create a vibrant, festive atmosphere that sets the tone for the experience.

The bar serves playful cocktails such as fresh fruit margaritas and the signature mezcalita in berry, passionfruit, and watermelon flavors—perfect with house guacamole, tacos, aguachile jícama, and desserts like tres leches. For those who prefer stronger pours, the menu also features an extensive selection of tequila, gin, whisky, and beer.

Set within the Fairmont Hotel Mumbai, The Hedonist combines the glamour of the 1920s with contemporary sophistication. Its vintage décor and old-world charm create an elegant setting for a luxurious night out. The cocktail menu draws inspiration from global influences, ranging from Marrakech spice markets to Parisian salons. Guests can pair their drinks with Cuban cigars, bar bites, and a fine selection of scotch, whisky, and tequila, while the food menu offers indulgent options like tacos, tiger prawns, and scallops—perfect for a late-night feast.