Must-see nightlife in West Bengal

  • Art Cafe

    Kalimpong

    Cool cafe with a breezy terrace offering fine views over the hills and valleys to the west and north. It does good coffee, shakes and lemon mint coolers …

  • Sunset Lounge

    Darjeeling

    This two-floor tearoom run by the Nathmulls tea company offers aficionados a range of quality white, green and black teas by the cup or pot, with in-house…

  • Himalayan Java

    Darjeeling

    Branch of the Nepal cafe chain, serving up good organic coffee and desserts, plus breakfast pancakes, waffles and sandwiches (snacks and light dishes ₹90…

  • Gatty's

    Darjeeling

    Backpacker-friendly Gatty's is the only place in town that has a pulse after 9pm, with live music at weekends. The food (dishes ₹80 to ₹280) includes…

  • Glenary’s

    Darjeeling

    This renowned teahouse has excellent baked goods (cakes, quiches and pies ₹40 to ₹80) as well as tea, and fine views from its outdoor balcony and the…

  • Joey’s Pub

    Darjeeling

    Joey's has suffered from the eponymous owner's passing but if your preferred beverage comes in a pint not a pot, this long-standing pub near the post…

  • Cafe Kalimpong

    Kalimpong

    Relax on a cushioned seat on the terrace and enjoy fresh-ground coffee, or a variety of teas or shakes, with cool, relaxed music and an expansive Relli…

  • House of Tea

    Darjeeling

    Sit and sip a variety of teas from several local Goodricke estates before purchasing a package of your favourite leaves.

  • Café Coffee Day

    Darjeeling

    It may be heresy to drink coffee in Darjeeling but if you need a hit, this reliable chain has a useful location at Chowrasta. The sunny terrace offers…

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