19 Handpicked Pubs in Chennai: Enjoy the Best of Nightlife

Chennai is the city with many colours and many flavours, but some of the best hues of the city come out in the open on the weekends or on the special nights of the pubs and the nightclubs in the city. It is through these pubs in the city that the vibe of the youth can be truly felt and appreciated.

Though initially the privilege of the good nightclubs and pubs was restricted to the affluent hotels, currently the scene is quite the opposite with the availability of excellent nightclubs and pubs in Chennai.

19 Hick Worthy Pubs in Chennai to Let Loose

1. The Flying Elephant

If ambience is the heart winner for you, then this place truly seems like heaven. Offering a phenomenal den, living room and terrace the Flying Elephant is the place that makes you truly enjoy your drink whilst providing you with some of the best music in town. Classic pop and retro comprise the basic playlist at the place which surely goes well with the vibe of the place.

• Where: Park Hyatt, Velachery
• Cost for two: INR 3500
• Zomato rating: 4.3/5

2. The Velveteen Rabbit

Nothing beats the experience of unwinding over the weekend with a good drink hand and an ambience and crowd that is a sight for the sore eyes. This is exactly what the Velveteen Rabbit proves to be. The lounge bar set up and the delicious food further intensifies the experience.

• Where: Govindaswamy Nagar
• Cost for two: INR 2000
• Zomato rating: 4.2/5

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3. M’Bessy

Good food and equally good drinks, the place called M’Bessy are one of the places that offer both with the siding of classy ambiance and exceptional music.  Being the truest recipe for fun, this place matches up to the highest standards of the pubs in the city.

• Where: Besant Nagar
• Cost for two: INR 1550
• Zomato rating: 4.2/5

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4. Sera, The Tapas Bar

In the list of bars, the Spanish kinds prove to be the best ones and that holds true for Sera too.  The Spanish décor and the splendid drinks at this bar when combined with its feisty menu make for a palatable experience that is revealed in ways more than one.  The background of astounding music also works well in making the place fall among the top pubs in Chennai

• Where: Gopalapuram
• Cost for two: INR 1600
• Zomato rating: 4.1/5

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5. Radio Room

If the set-up of the 80’s has you grooving, then you are at the right place when visiting the Radio Room. The place has a chill vibe which ensures a memorable time. The melon and cheese cocktail and the bacon washed bourbon are some of the best things in the menu and while at it, shaking a leg to the old numbers is sure to add its charm to the evening.

• Where: Santhome
• Cost for two: INR 2000
• Zomato rating: 4.1/5

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6. Boats: Based On A True Story

The city’s only beach view Restro Bar, Boats overlooks the Elliot’s Beach. Cocktails, food, drinks, music and the view, all together work their charm on making this place one of the most sought-after pubs in Chennai. Incepted by Arasu Dennis, this place is most well-known for its tandoori platters and European classics like flaming Thermidor.

• Where: Besant Nagar
• Cost for two: INR 1600
• Zomato rating: 4.1/5

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7. Ink 303

The distinguished name that this place has seems inspired by its exceptional interiors.  Settled in different shades of the colour blue, this bar has an excellent collection of the food to complement its diverse collection of drinks. The favourites of the place comprise the oriental cuisine and the Thai food.

• Where: Khader Nawaz Khan Road
• Cost for two: INR 2000

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8. Big Bang Theory

Among the famous pubs in Chennai, the Big Bang Theory is quite a visit promising quite an experience.  The specialties of this place include their exceptional Bucket O Beer and their lip-smacking food. The Tesseract and Prawn Rehab from the menu of the place makes sure that you keep making visits again and again.

• Where: Ashok Nagar
• Cost for two: INR 1500
• Zomato rating: 3.9/5

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9. Illusions: The Madras Pub

Among the more affordable places in Chennai, Illusions in the Mylapore region of Chennai is most renowned for its unprecedented guest DJs. As for the drinks, the place covers the circuit with finesse by offering the guests a list of options. Among the many, the 1000 lights and the Energetic Elliot are some of the must tries.

• Where: Mylapore
• Cost for two: INR 1700
• Zomato rating: 3.9/5

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10. Bike & Barrel

An old-school traditional pub but still falling among the hot favorites is the pub called Bike and Barrel. The bike-themed waterhole is worth a mention when talking about this place, further the place is all about the best cocktails in town.

• Where: T.Nagar, Chennai
• Cost for two: INR 2300
• Zomato rating: 3.9/5

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11. 10 Downing Street

Always remaining on the top of the list of the best pubs in Chennai, the place that goes by the name 10 Downing Street is unparalleled and unsurpassed. The old style boutique building of the place lends it the elegance and the music and live nights at the bar set the mood. Further, the extensive collection at the bar ensures perfect company.

• Where: T. Nagar
• Cost for two: INR 1000
• Zomato rating: 3.9/5

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12. Blend

Providing respite to the hardworking youth of Chennai, the Blend is among the best nightclubs in Chennai. The pulsating music and the perfect contemporary décor together make for a wonderful experience. The classic beer margaritas and Metropolitans are some of the must-try drinks at this joint.

• Where: Roypettah
• Cost for two: INR 2500
• Zomato rating: 3.8/5

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13. The Leather Bar

As royal as the name itself, the place that goes by the name The Leather Bar is among the premium destinations in Chennai. The exquisiteness of this place is evident in its astounding music, exceptional setup and of course in the high priced menu of the place. Another of the exceptional attribute of the place is the cocktails that it offers.

• Where: Nungambakkam
• Cost for two: INR 3000
• Zomato rating:3.8/5

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14. Secret Society

Quite a recent entry to the Chennai’s bar circuit, the Secret Society has a menu of drinks and food to die for. The chicken skewers and the chicken pizza form the hot favourites among the dishes and the Jack Daniel’s cocktail menu is the best among the drinks at the place.

• Where: RA Puram
• Cost for two: INR 1200
• Zomato rating: 3.8/5

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15. Moon and SixPence

Live bands, Irish themes, and pure liquors spell out an experience at the place that is called the Moon and SixPence. But that is not all; the exceptional food that this place offers also makes for quite an alluring attribute. Ideal for a Sunday brunch too, the place is usually jam-packed through the weekends.

• Where: Guindy
• Cost for two: INR 2500
• Zomato rating: 3.8/5

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16. Pasha

Chennai has many places but among them, the place that goes by the name Pasha is a bar that has raised the benchmark for the nightlife circuit of Chennai.  The varied nights that the place holds like Desi Dhamaka night on Wednesdays prove to be the highlight of the place. Talking of the drinks the Park Martini with Vodka and the Tai Chi Chilli Vodka are some of the best ones.

• Where: Nungambakkam
• Cost for two: INR 3500
• Zomato rating: 3.7/5

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17. Sudaka

Another one of the famous pubs in Chennai to spend some quality time with your friends is the Sudaka Bar. This distinguished bar has an exceptional collection of the drinks which are served by a very flamboyant South American Barmaid. Even the well-acclaimed menu of the place is all set in the South American style and includes dishes like Ceviche and Argentinian lamb empanadas.

• Where: T.Nagar
• Cost for two: INR 2000
• Zomato rating: 3.6/5

18. The Vault Bar Stock Exchange

Among the raging tide of the stock exchange bars, the Vault is a totes fun place. The determination of the price of the drinks at this place is done on the basis of their demand from the crowd and that is how the fun element is added to the scene. Further, the food compliments the drinks exceptionally well making the experience more improvised.

• Where: T.Nagar
• Cost for two: INR 1850
• Zomato rating: 3.6/5

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19. Gatsby 2000

Chilling with one of the best Desi Vodka Martinis, sitting surrounded by the classy Irish décor with commendable music playing in the background and splendid crowd to amplify the experience, spell out a night at this club. Among the top pubs in Chennai, the Gatsby 2000 ensures a good time to its guests.

• Where: ITC Park Sheraton, Alwarpeet
• Cost for two: INR 3000
• Zomato rating: 3.4/5

Talking of the city like Chennai, the distinguished nightclubs and pubs do make their presence felt as is clear from the hefty list above. Though quite a read, an experience of visiting these places is far more profound.

Witness such unlimited fun when you make a visit to the aforementioned places. Though if you have already been to these places, we would love to hear about your experiences too. So, do share your experiences suggestions and recommendations with us in the comments section below.

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