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Bengaluru Nightlife

Bengaluru nightlife is restricted by licensing laws that prohibit alcohol being served after around 2300. The in-crowd is fickle and pubs, bars and lounges come and go, with a few stalwarts remaining. However revellers can enjoy far more cosmopolitan nightlife in Bengaluru than ever before so you won't be disappointed.

When it comes to culture in Bengaluru, and information about theatre, classical music and dance, it is best to consult the listings pages of the free monthly Trailblazer or to consult the weekly listings magazine Time Out, which also provides live music listings and reviews.

Bars in Bengaluru (Bangalore)

Blue Bar

Flavour of the month is the Blue Bar at the Taj West End Hotel, which packs in the A-listers on Friday and Saturday nights. Set amidst the gardens of the hotel, drinkers can enjoy a wide range of cocktails from a gazebo-style in an open-air setting.

Race Course Road
Tel: (080) 4089 4999.
Website: www.tajhotels.com

Hard Rock Cafe

This renowned chain bar and restaurant offers a 9,000 sq ft café, including a 100-seater restaurant, a bar and an open courtyard. A pure slice of Americana.

40 St Marks Road
Tel: (080) 4124 2222.

Peco's

Peco's is the only place in Bengaluru that brews its own beer and sells no spirits. Posters of Frank Zappa, John Coltrane and John Lennon adorn the wall, while it's a big hit with rock fans. Also serves food.

Rest House Road
Tel: (080) 2558 6047.

Clubs in Bengaluru (Bangalore)

Club Nero

For lively entertainment, head to Club Nero, an upmarket dance spot with a well-stocked cocktail list and a loyal following.

St Mark's Road
Tel: (080) 4211 0186.
Website: www.clubnero.co.in

Purple Haze

Headbangers might like Purple Haze which has been on the party scene for seven years and is still going strong. A must for rock fans.

17/1 Residency Road
Tel: (080) 2221 3758.
Website: www.purplehaze.co.in

Live Music in Bengaluru (Bangalore)

64 House Full of Flavours

This bistro and bar is a place where locals come to jam everything from rock and jazz to blues and alternative music. Far from the madding crowd.

Koramangala
Website: www.sixtyfour.in

A Pinch of Jazz

Jazz lovers should try A Pinch of Jazz, a Cajun buffet restaurant situated within The Central Park Hotel, featuring live music and New Orleans style cuisine.

47 Dickenson Road

Dance in Bengaluru (Bangalore)

Chowdaiah Memorial Hall

One of the premier cultural venues in Bengaluru, this violin-shaped audotorium hosts plays, dance recitals and concerts and has space for over 1,000 people.

Vyalikaval
Tel: (080) 2344 5810.

Theatre in Bengaluru (Bangalore)

Kyra Theatre

Hosting everything from experimental theatre to contemporary dance, check out this venue for cultural performances set amid a modern bar and restaurant.

Indira Nagar
Tel: (080) 4341 9999.
Website: www.kyra.in

Smriti Nandan Cultural Centre

Every month, Smriti-Nandan Cultural Centre offers a diverse range of cultural programs ranging from music and theatre to dance.

Palace Road
Tel: (080) 2225 8091.
Website: www.smritinandan.org

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