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BARS & LOUNGES 13th Floor Easily one of Bangalore's most loved watering holes, the 13th floor offers an unmatched panoramic view of Bangalore. For the best seats, get there early!! 13th Floor Hotel Ivory Tower, Barton Centre, 84, M.G Road, +91 80 4178 3355, 2558 9333 Athena The crème de la crème of Bangalore's nightlife prefer Athena when its time to party… great music & a great time are virtually assured. Leela Galleria, The Leela Palace Hotel, 23, Old Airport Road, +91 80 4126 5411, 4126 5412, 4126 5413 Blue Bar Pricey it may be, but no other place offers an ambience quite like Blue Bar. The trendiest crowds converge here time & again as if it were a magnet. The Taj West End Hotel, Race Course Road, +91 80 6660 5660, 6662 3008, 6662 3009 Dublin All that the Irish have to offer in having a good night out (sans the temper), Dublin brings the charm of Ireland closer than ever. ITC Windsor, Windsor Square, 25, Golf Course Road, +91 80 2226 9898 The Park Hotel, 14/7, M.G Road, +91 80 2559 4666 Ice Cooler than a polar ice cap, this place is sure to get feet tapping & spirits rising. Taj Residency, 41/3, M.G Road, Bangalore, +91 80 6660 4444 Liquid One of the last few places playing live music, Liquid is set as a terrace lounge with a lovely ambience & fantastic views of the city. Ista Hotel, 1/1, Swami Vivekananda Road, Ulsoor, +91 80 2555 8888, 4018 7301 Bling Situated in Whitefield, Bling is an offering to the affluent & classy. Rich leather & wood form a major part of the décor. The Zuri, Rajpalya, Hoodi, ITPL Road, Whitefield, +91 80 6665 7272 Sky The Leela Galleria, The Leela Palace, 23 Old Airport Road, +91 80 4126 5417, 4126 5418 Tavern Another classic Irish pub setting, Tavern has been a long standing favourite with Bangalore Great music everytime is a guarantee. Museum Inn, 1 Museum Road, +91 80 4111 3339 Gallops Away from the hustle & bustle of the crowds, this place makes you feel like you're a 100 miles from anywhere. Rates high on old world charm. Jayamahal Palace Hotel, 1, Jayamahal Road, +91 80 4058 0444, 2354 2797 Sutra Essentially a lounge that doubles up as a nightclub, Sutra boasts of contemporary styling to entice the young & happening. Outdoor seating is also available. The Lalit, Kumara Krupa Road, High Grounds, +91 80 3052 7777 Geoffrey's Another one of many English themed pubs in the city, Geoffrey's is thronged by rock lovers. Paneled wood walls create a nice, cosy atmosphere. The Royal Orchid Central Off Old Airport Road, +91 80 2520 5566 Aqua Sitting at a candle-lit table by the poolside, mojito in hand, retro music in the background, makes for an excellent romantic setting. Barbecued delights abound for whenever hunger strikes/ romance wanes. Th Park, 14/7 MG Road, +91 80 2559 4666 i-Bar A trendy bar in a trendy hotel, the i-bar also allows you to chill- out by the pool if the din gets too much. Jade Bar Lounge Simplistic, Contemporary & idyllic. A good setting for a peaceful evening. Shilton Hotels, 9, p 74 whats rocking? 100 Feet Road, Koramangala, +91 80 4060 7777 Library Bar Highly recommended if you prefer conversation over music, the library bar makes you feel like a dignitary with its luxury & opulence. The Leela Galleria, The Leela Palace, 23 Old Airport Road, +91 80 3057 1234 Lobby Lounge Bar As the name suggests, this lounge overlooks the lobby at the Taj Gateway Hotel. The Gateway Hotel, 66 Residency Road, +91 80 6660 4545 Lounge Bar The best lounge & bar avilable in Electronics City, a great place for when InfoTech gets boring. The Oterra, 43 Hosur Road, Electronic City, +91 80 3003 0303, 4266 6666 The Polo Club Stylish, informal & easy paced, the Polo club has a great view to boot. The unparalleled lawns of the Oberoi are invitation enough. The Oberoi, 37 & 39, MG Road, +91 80 2558 5858 Amnesia Chic, contemporary styling with bright pink & blue hues added to hip hop & house music make for a heady mix, and we haven't even gotten to the cocktails yet. Chancery Pavillion, Residency Road, +91 80 4141 4141 Cabinet Bar Housed in the Sheraton Towers wing, the Cabinet bar has a relaxing atmosphere. A nice place to close that business deal. ITC Windsor, 25, Sankey Road, +91 80 2226 9898 Cirrus Essentially an open to sky beer lounge, Cirrus is popular among younger crowds, perhaps due to its budget friendliness. Reid & Taylor building, 5th Floor, 765 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar, +