#IHBLists : Our Top Ten Happy Hours Picks in Bangalore!

Arbor Brewing Company

Who doesn’t love a tall serve of specially crafted beer?! And, 500 ml for the price of a 330 ml? Yes, please! Drink away your Monday blues at Arbor Brewing Company while sipping on your choice of stout, lager, ale and much more. They know all about steering your attention away from the weekend withdrawal by extending their happy hours all day long. So, whether you end up working late or get stuck in traffic, make sure you end the start-of-the-week evening with your favourite beer.

Happy Hours: All day, Mondays on craft beer.

Where: Magrath Road, Opp. Garuda Mall

Three Dots & a Dash

Comfortable seating, a rooftop ambience and an island style décor that is transient through the interiors and food makes this place the perfect hangout spot to celebrate happy hours! Even some of their house cocktails (which are all a must-try) make their way into the happy hour menu, so get ready for a heady mix of all things alcoholic. What to try – Tiki Tower for the Rum lovers, Beach Bum for the Vodka lovers and Forbidden Island for the high spirited!

Happy Hours: Mon – Thur from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., 1+1 on house spirits, bottled/draught beer, house wines and selected cocktails & shooters.

Where: 100 ft. Road, Indiranagar

Bootlegger

Conveniently located on Lavelle Road, this neighbourhood pub is always seen with an overflowing crowd. Nonetheless, the good times that the joint provides us with always makes it up to us. Drop in here for a team beer lunch or a relaxed afternoon session and let the happy hours take over!

Happy Hours: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. all days

Where: Lavelle Road

Tippler on the Roof

This haunt goes all out when it comes to happy hours! Molotov Mondays offer an all-day adventure and explosive offers and prices are available on all drinks, for the rest of the week. Their Molotov Monday menu includes pocket-friendly prices on food and beverages to ensure you don’t go tanking up on an empty stomach. With food starting at Rs. 35 & drinks flowing from Rs. 55, we couldn’t ask for more!

Happy Hours: All Day Monday and Tue – Sun from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. on draught beer, domestic liquor and IMFL.

Where: 100 ft. Road, Indiranagar

The Humming Tree

The advantage of choosing to have your happy hours here is that you almost always have something to look forward to, once the tipple hits! Known for their variety of entertainment every other day of the week, The Humming Tree sets you up for a (not-so-memorable 😉) night with their happy hours, Tuesdays to Sundays.

Happy Hours: Tue – Sun from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Where: 12th Main Road, Indiranagar

Om Made Café

Oh, for the love of wine! This quaint little space in Koramangala serves as the perfect backdrop to enjoy your favourite wines as you are serenaded by the sunsets of Luru. Their unlimited Sangria offer is quite the bargain for wine lovers – on offer every day of the week!

Happy Hours: Unlimited Sangria – all days of the week.

Where: Koramangala – 1st Cross, 5th Block

Mother Cluckers

Another hit delivered by the Plan B group that keeps everyone going back for more. Besides their happy hours, don’t forget to try out their recently upgraded menu that has added a new twist to all our old favourites.

Happy Hours: Mon – Fri from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Where: Indiranagar

District 6 Pub Brewery and Kitchen

A fav among the area dwellers, the brewery has on the menu some fine brews that will keep you thirsty long after the first mug. Their food menu compliments the entire affair by offering a range of eclectic dishes that pair well with your drink.

Happy Hours: Mon – Thurs from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Where: G 3, 4, 5 – Sheraton Hotel, Malleshwaram.

1522 – The Pub

One of the few places that still keeps rock n’ roll alive, the energy that 1522 gives you will fuel your fire to keep the drinks going. Their music along with the occasional karaoke sessions set the pace for happy hours, as much as the alcohol!

Happy Hours: Mon – Fri from 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Where: Malleshwaram

Gilly’s Restobar

If you want to unwind after a heavy work day, look no further than Gilly’s which has fast turned into the hub for corporate afterhours, in their respective neighbourhoods. With mugs at Rs. 75, Pitchers at Rs. 325 and Towers at Rs. 595, it is sure to bring a good end to your work day!

Happy Hours: Mon – Fri from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. on Mugs, Pitchers & Towers.

Where: New BEL Road, Marathahalli (Koramangala outlet awaiting news from authorities to resume serving liquor)