It is generally agreed that bars and pubs are considered the staple of any city’s nightlife. But Gujarat is a dry state and in Surat you won’t find a nightlife as vibrant as other metropolitan cities in India. But despite the alcohol ban, Surat has a reasonably thriving night scene.
There are quite a few good eateries that are open till late at night, along with a few clubs you can dance at. There are a couple of wine shops in Surat but alcohol can be consumed only if you have a liquor permit. Check out night life buzz in Surat below.
Surat Nightlife: Discotheques in Surat
1. Neon The Disc
Neon The Disc (source)
This is a unique neon themed discotheque in Surat where people usually go for a night out of partying. Neon The Disc is the biggest disco in Surat with a capacity to hold around 500 people. You can order a great variety of food from international and Indian cuisine options and also enjoy mocktails.
DJ Vicky plays the music at the club and on weekends you will find the place is crowded with the youngsters of Surat. The place also has a large banquet area for formal parties.
- Where: Piplod, Dumas Road
2. Club Infinity
People Partying at Club Infinity (source)
Club Infinity is a discotheque that can accommodate 300 people and has a futuristic design. It is open on all days of the week till midnight. It is designed in an industrial style nightclubs you will find in the west.
The club also offers good food choices and hosts DJ nights quite often. It is a popular hangout for the youth of Surat.
- Where: Dumas Road
3. Hard Rock The Disc
Party goers at Hard Rock The Disc (source)
A popular night club that hosts a variety of events and theme nights for the entertainment of Surat residents, Hard Rock The Disc is a local party legend.
From Christmas specials to Friendship Day Celebrations, there is hardly anything the Disc misses when it comes to being trendy. The place is preferred by the ‘It’ crowd of Surat.
- Where: Dumas Road
Surat Nightlife: Hookah Lounges
1. Dhua’s Hookah Lounge
Dhua’s Hookah Lounge (source)
A favorite of the locals, and a ‘cool’ place to hang out at, Dhua’s Hookah Lounge has a cozy and comfortable ambience. The place serves good food and also live broadcasts sports events such as football and cricket matches.
The walls are painted bright orange with framed wall photos of celebrities like Bob Marley and other icons. The Hookah Lounge is a favoured spot for celebrations and parties.
- Where: Dumas Road
2. Pipes And Hypes
Pipes And Hypes (source)
A place known for its psychedelic jungle safari themes and state of the art hookahs, Pipes And Hypes is where the choicest crowd of Surat hangs out at night.
It is open till after midnight and is well-known for the latest music it plays along with its celebrated ambience.
- Where: VIP Road
Surat Nightlife: Riverfront and Bridges
1. Tapi Riverfront
Tapi Riverfront at night (source)
The riverfront of Tapi assumes a grand avatar at night and is a favorited by locals who just want to enjoy a leisurely stroll along the riverside. The paved walkways are clean and well-maintained.
The riverfront looks absolutely amazing in the colorful night lights and there are many local restaurants and food stalls in case if you feel hungry. It is a great spot to go out with friends and family at night.
- Where: Adajan Patia
2. ONGC Bridge
ONGC Bridge (source)
A common hangout for young people at evenings, ONGC Bridge provides majestic views of the Tapi river. Sometimes the place gets a bad name as being the local suicide point, but suicide watches are changing the place’s reputation.
You can find some local food vendors selling refreshment here at night.
- Where: ONGC Bridge
Surat Nightlife: Malls and Multiplexes
1. VR Mall
VR Mall
The biggest and the highest-rated mall in Surat is open till 11 pm. Apart from the wide range of brands and boutiques to shop at, the mall has a wide range of dining options, including McDonald’s, Burger King, Hell’s Kitchen and Kailash Parbat.
The mall regularly hosts food festivals and special day celebrations.
- Where: Dumas Road
Surat Nightlife: Street food
1. Street Food at Piplod
Parathe Sharathe at Piplod (source)
You will find Piplod buzzing at night with numerous street food restaurants and vendors which are frequently visited by locals on all nights of the week.
Some favorites are UV’s Cafe, Kavya Juice, Amicos Cafe, Chandni Chowk Chat & Cafe, & all of SMC Food Plaza Night Market.
- Where: Piplod
With the help of our guide, your nights in Surat will turn abuzz with fun. Have you experienced Surat’s vibrant night scene? Let us know your experience in the comments section.
