Cocktail bars in Chennai
From speakeasies to hotel bars, Chennai pours 12 cocktail bars worth knowing about. The honest list: real venues, real reviews, no paid placements. When in doubt, call ahead. Chennai spots tend to keep their own hours.
Cocktail bars in Chennai
Cocktail bars and speakeasies around Chennai, best-reviewed first. The good ones reward sitting at the bar. Bartenders remember regulars — introduce yourself and tip well.
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Drinking cocktails in Chennai
- The best seat in any cocktail bar in Chennai is at the bar itself — you get the show and the bartender's recommendations.
- Speakeasy-style spots often hide the entrance and skip the sign. Check the address carefully before you go.
- Cocktail prices in Chennai vary wildly by neighborhood; hotel bars charge the premium, side-street spots often pour better for less.
About Chennai
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (coordinates 13.08, 80.27, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Listings for Chennai come from Google Places, refreshed regularly. Small towns change fast: if a place has shut or moved, the listing may lag behind.
Common questions
Where do these Chennai cocktail bar listings come from?
Google Places listings for Chennai with ratings and review counts. Sorted by reviews — Dayfari sells no placements.
What is the difference between a cocktail bar and a speakeasy in Chennai?
Mostly vibe and secrecy: speakeasies lean hidden entrances and classic cocktails, cocktail bars lean open rooms and creative menus. Both are listed here.
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