Must-see nightlife in Punjab & Haryana

  • Chaiphile

    Chandigarh

    A chai stall like you've never seen, this modern-day chai-wallah claims to be serving India's only tandoori chai, brewed in a tandoori oven and served…

  • Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

    Chandigarh

    The most comfortable cafe in Chandigarh, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is attached to the excellent Hotel Aquamarine, and has an air-con-cooled interior, as well…

  • Barista

    Punjab (India)

    A haven of cool air and cleanliness, this bright, friendly cafe, 200m east of the bus stand, opposite Hotel Royal, does espresso coffee, cakes and…

  • Lava Bar

    Chandigarh

    Considering it's housed inside the plush Taj hotel, this small bar is relatively laid-back, with a cosy atmosphere. Live bands or a DJ play most nights…

  • Café Coffee Day

    Amritsar

    An air-conditioned oasis with fresh coffee and free wi-fi, this chain cafe is conveniently located within shouting distance of the Golden Temple area…

  • Xtreme Sports Bar & Grill

    Chandigarh

    Local beers go for as little as ₹89 here, but this is no dive; it also does cocktails and mocktails, is dotted with TVs for football fans and has a small…

  • Blue Ice

    Chandigarh

    This slick, low-lit, split-level restaurant-bar appeals to smartly dressed drinkers. There's a wide-ranging food menu and live music over the weekends to…

  • Cafe Green

    Amritsar

    There's no wi-fi, but this clean, modern, family-friendly cafe does the cheapest proper coffee in town (espresso ₹40, Americano ₹60), as well as…

  • Bottoms Up Pub

    Amritsar

    The congenial bar at the Grand Hotel serves icy cold, glycerine-free, draught Kingfisher beer and some tasty meals from the hotel's common kitchen.

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