India’s capital, Delhi, is an enormous city, located in the northern part of the country. This mighty metropolist features everything from 16th-century architecture to modern day infrastructure. While you can explore the historic Mughal-era Red Fort, the Jama Masjid mosque, and Chandni Chowk in the daytime, the clubs and bars dazzle the city, at night. In fact, some of these chill zones are the city’s high-end rooftop bars! Here’s a rundown of 10 best rooftop bars in Delhi, which make an ideal stopover for party animals and night crawlers.
1. Ssky Bar & Lounge
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If you want to experience a Delhi highrise, you ought to visit the rooftop Ssky Bar & Lounge. This lounge is roosted on the 25th floor and 250 feet (76.2 meters) above ground level, in the Antriksh Bhawan building, in Delhi.
Select the right seat and enjoy a spectacular 360 view of Delhi, at night. Ssky offers both an open lounge and an indoor lounge area, that serves piping hot North Indian and continental cuisine. Ssky Bar opens every evening at 9 pm until 1 am in the morning.
Ssky Bar & Lounge
Address: Floor No. 25, Antariksh Bhavan, KG Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Website: Ssky Bar & Lounge
2. Q’ba
Q’ba is a classic terrace club in Delhi, featuring a splendid view of Connaught Place. Moreover, at Q’ba, you can unwind, relax and enjoy a fab drink with cuisine varying from North Indian and Asian to Mediterranean. The modern cocktails of this bar range from single malts to international wines. Those seeking a quintessential experience in Delhi must explore this club to have a drink under the night sky.
Q’ba
Address: E-42 & 43, Inner Circle, Connaught Place, New Delhi
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3. Dramz Whisky Bar & Lounge
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Dramz, in Delhi, is popular for its exhaustive whisky menu, European food and its incredible rooftop bar. Grab a seat on one of the couches, to enjoy the best views of the Qutub Minar, in Mehrauli. Applaud the Indian history on offer here, while you hold a glass of single malt in your hand.
Dramz Whisky Bar & Lounge
Address: 1580/1, KD Marg, Near Qutub Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
Website: Dramz Whisky Bar & Lounge
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4. Out of the Box
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Out of the Box is a renowned bar in Delhi, featuring incredible views of a lake and a lovely park. This rooftop bar is located in Hauz Khas Village, in Delhi. Here, you can enjoy a fantastic range of cocktails, with a wide spread of North Indian, Chinese, European and American cuisine.
In addition, this bar also flaunts a hookah lounge, for Sheesha connoisseurs. Out of the Box features outdoor heaters in the winter, to keep its guests warm.
Out of the Box
Address: A, 2nd floor, Near, 9, Hauz Khas Tank, Deer Park, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016
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5. Amour
Amour is another terrace bar in the Hauz Khas area of Delhi, featuring views of the forest canopy, village and the lake. This high-end lounge bar offers astounding cocktails and International cuisine, such as Indian, French, Italian, Mediterranean and Spanish. In addition, the bar flaunts a romantic setting, to charm its visitors. Enjoy the patio seating with its spectacular view, while you enjoy an Amour style drink.
Amour
Address: No.10/48, Malcha Marg, Block C, Diplomatic Enclave, New Delhi, Delhi 110021
Website: Amour
6. S Bar & Restaurant
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Delhi’s favourite Shalom Bar is now known as the S Bar and Restaurant. The reason why this place is still a crowd puller is its Middle Eastern cuisine, extensive bar menu and incredible music. The S Bar and Restaurant also features occasional belly dancing shows and Sufi Nights, for its audience.
S Bar and Restaurant
Address: N 10, First Floor, N Block Market, Greater Kailash 1, New Delhi, Delhi 110048
7. Kylin Skybar
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Kylin is a lavish, well-stocked terrace bar, featuring delightful Asian and Japanese cuisine. The rooftop setting of Kylin is adorned with live teppanyaki and sushi counters, along with a lovely ambience.
Kylin Skybar
Address: T-302, 3rd Floor, Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Kunj II, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, Delhi 110070
Website: Kylin Skybar
8. Warehouse Cafe
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The Warehouse Cafe is a converted warehouse in Connaught Place, that features a wondrous rooftop setting, with superb views of Delhi. What makes this place interesting is that it has the longest bar in Delhi, at 60 feet (18.3 meters). Furthermore, the Warehouse Cafe flaunts dedicated themed areas to suit distinct moods.
In addition, they offer an expansive menu in a calendar format, with 365 items symbolising each day of the calendar year. Interestingly, the fish of the day is always 50 percent off.
Warehouse Cafe
Address: D- 19/20 1st Floor Rajiv Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, D Block, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
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9. Sky Lounge Bar and Grill
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Another luxurious and fascinating rooftop bar in Delhi is the Sky Lounge Bar & Grill. This newly launched bar is on the 19th floor of the Royal Plaza Hotel and features a lavish 18,000 square feet (1,672.3 square meter) area. Sky Lounge Bar & Grill is comprised of two distinct spaces, namely the Presidential Lounge and the Moon Bar. One can easily spot Rajpath, the India Gate memorial, CP’s Connaught characteristic architecture and Jantar Mantar from here.
Sky Lounge Bar and Grill
Address: 19, Ashoka Road, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Website: Sky Lounge Bar and Grill
10. Thai High
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Thai High is a high-end rooftop restaurant in Delhi. This place is extremely popular and frequently visited by upper-class residents for its affordable drinks, and experimental snacks. Visit Thai High to enjoy its creative food menu, live music and its inviting terrace. There are three spaces where you can dine, the air-conditioned indoor area, the party area and the rooftop.
The rooftop offers an excellent view of Qutub Minar, which makes it the most desirable of all the spaces. While you are here, try their Thai High satay, Kai Pad Med Mamuang, their infamous Thai noodles or the Khao Phad Kraphaw Koong rice with basil.
Thai High
Address: 1091/1, Ambawatta Complex, Kalka Das Marg, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
Website: Thai High
Stand tall to enjoy Delhi dreams
Delhi is celebrated for its historic architecture, culinary scene, and bars with incredible city views. Above all, the city offers spectacular high-rises and rooftop bars. Therefore, if you are seeking a break from the city chaos, we suggest you visit these coolest rooftop bars in the capital, to unwind and relax.
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