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Clubs in Chennai

This is one of the more exclusive clubs in Chennai and has a unique decor, and a great ambience and customers have raved about going there time and again for some guilty pleasure!  It has a swanky discotheque and an excellent music system to keep you grooving on to the dance floor. Both international, as well as local DJ’s, are called to amplify the vibes of the club.

You can even throw a pool party over here to chill out with your friends! They have excellent starters, a great crowd, and the waiters are extremely polite.

Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Anna Salai, Chennai

Cost for two: 2500 INR

Timings: 11 am to 11 pm

If you’re an absolute fan of live performances and soothing music, the Bay 146 should be on the top of your list. The pub is famous for its range of beer, creative cocktails and nachos and people love to nibble its unique dishes. The casual dining section is also a hit in itself for the continental, European and Chinese fares.

Apart from this, it is wheelchair accessible, has live music and both indoor and outdoor seating. Both international as well as local DJ’s spin out the hottest tracks on the weekend to help the crowd have the best time of their life over here.

Location: Savera Hotel, Mylapore, Chennai

Cost for two: 1300 INR

Timings: 7 pm to 12 am

This is the most exclusive nightclubs in Chennai with shiny, neon themed interiors that make you ablaze on to the dance floor! The various cocktails and beer might be the main crowd-puller, but their Cappuccino and Berry affair mocktails have a fan base of their own! They are also known for organizing the most entertaining parties where you can have a great time with your gang.

Their musical selection and the quirky ambience will delight you to have endless fun and fervor.

Location: Taj Club House, Anna Salai, Chennai.

Cost for two: 5000 INR with alcohol.

Timing: 3 pm to 12 am

The Flying Elephant is considered to be one of the best clubs in Chennai that has set a benchmark in revolutionizing the nightlife culture! This multi-cuisine restaurant has a plethora of options when it comes to cocktails, mocktails and all food in general. They have a few themed nights like Bollywood nights and ladies night, but they mostly stick to the pop theme and play classic pop songs to swoon the visitors.

They mainly emphasize on paying tribute to the days of Classic Pop and Motown along with Retro Rock and Pop music. If it is your first visit, then you should definitely check out their living room, den and terrace area for the mosaic decor and maze of galleries surrounding them.

Location: Park Hyatt Hotel, Guindy, Chennai

Cost for two: 3500 INR

Timing: 7 pm to 1 am

Q Bar is one of the best clubs in Chennai known for its exotic ambience and location. It is a rooftop club that offers the best view of the city and is known for its electric and upscale atmosphere. You can groove on to a swanky mix of music from the DJ and enjoy a number of cocktails and martinis with masala fries and chicken 65 over here! It is disabled friendly, and offers gluten free options to the health freaks also!

Location: Hilton Hotel, Guindy, Chennai

Cost for two: 2000 INR

Timing: 7 pm to 1 am on weekdays, and 7 pm to 3 am on weekends

Geoffrey’s- The Pub is undoubtedly the most premium party joint in Chennai with a buzzing crowd, excellent cocktails and fabulous music. It has a lively atmosphere and both international as well as homegrown DJ’s play here regularly. But it is the food here that you will be unable to give up- crispy fried lamb, cheese balls and calamari!

The best part is that it offers all kinds of music lovers the chance to dance to their preferred tunes such as Bollywood music or street rap.

Location: Hotel Radha Regent, Arumbakkam, Chennai

Cost for two: 1200 INR without alcohol

Timing: 4 pm to midnight

The Westminster is one of the premium clubs in Chennai where you can enjoy the foot thumping and lively hip hop music. The lounge here is decorated beautifully in a classic way with darker tones and wooden coffee tables. It serves finger food and North Indian fare, but their specialty is their cocktails- their Long Island Iced Tea and Sangria are to die for!

It renders an air of sophistication through its elegant décor and also has one of the most vibrant nightclubs where you can dance till you drop.

Location: Crowne Plaza, Adyar Park, Chennai

Cost for two: 2000 INR without alcohol

Timing: 11 am to 11 pm

Housed in Vivanta Chennai, this place is a regular haunt for IT professionals as it sits plum on the IT Expressway. It has a pod like seating and the chairs are basically quirky sofas made of velvet. Most of the regulars come here to sway on to the beats played by the in house DJ, who is a crowd favourite! If not clubbing, you could just go there to have the ajwaini fish, pan-fried chilli fish or the lamb sheikh kebab!

Other than that, they have a few creative cocktail options and a great selection of draught beer. You can also watch the live matches on the big screen, and you can even play board games over here.

Location: Vivanta Chennai, Sholinganallur, Chennai

Cost for two: 2200 INR with alcohol

Timing: 3 pm to 12 am

It is a very exclusive club known for serving the largest range of original cocktails in the city!  The club offers appetizing finger food and has a swanky ambience that allures the party freaks. It offers upbeat music and has one of the most thronged dance floors where you can groove on to the trippiest beats. It also hosts several themed nights such as Vintage Night, Bollywood Night, Karaoke Night and Rock Night.

Location: Taj Coromandel, Nungambakkam, Chennai

Cost for two: 2500 INR with alcohol.

Timing: 4 pm to 1 am

It is a rooftop lounge located in Nungambakkam that offers the best view of the skyline of the city from the outdoor terrace. It has a cosy indoor as well as an outdoor bar where you can have a wide array of drinks. The indoor bar sits in the middle of the pub and has tungsten bulbs hanging and the outdoor bar is surrounded by leather furniture in dark hues.

The in house DJ spins some of the hottest mixes that keep the visitors grooving the whole night. It offers a wide range of cuisines that you can pick from- Japanese, Continental, European, North Indian and Chinese!

Location: Hotel Belstead, Nungambakkam, Chennai

Cost for two: 1900 INR with alcohol

Timing: 12 pm to 5 pm and 7 pm to 12 am

This club has a royal look with nude tones, and circular chandeliers hanging over the tables and the decor itself sets the mood for a classy party! It lets the guests feel like royalty for a few hours with cigar in one hand and a peg of single malt in the other! The dim lighting, contemporary ambience and disco lights all create the mood to party hard. Their finger food is the hotshot favourite of the visitors, and the cocktails are also a must-try here.

Location: ITC Grand Chola, Guindy, Chennai

Cost for two: 3000 INR with alcohol

Timing: 12 pm to 1 am

This contemporary, neon themed nightclub is touted to be “the nightclub” by citizens. Located in Crowne Plaza in Chennai, this is one of the clubs in Chennai which are undoubtedly high end and exclusive. The resident DJ’s play the most soulful songs, and you can groove here on to the latest English and Hindi musical numbers.

The bar is known to offer a wide range of refreshing drinks, and they also curate DIY cocktails according to your taste. The Long Island Lemon Ice Tea and Desi Vodka are a must-try here along with the other staple drinks. Apart from that, it is wheelchair friendly, and LGBTQ friendly and their North Indian and Chinese cuisines are an absolute hit. Prior table booking is recommended, especially on the weekends as this nightclub is full of crowd.

Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Alwarpet, Chennai

Cost for two: 3000 INR

Timings: 8 pm to 2 am

EC 41 is one of the oldest clubs in the city, and it is considered to be a hotspot for those who wish to shake a leg on to the trippiest beats! It is not overcrowded like the other popular nightclubs in Chennai India, but it has all the popular options- full bar, wifi and smoking rooms as well! The finger food served with alcohol is delectable, and so is their Italian and continental cuisine!

Location: East Coast Road, Injambakkam, Chennai

Price for two: 1500 INR

Timings: 6 pm to 12 am

Hoppipola is mainly famous amongst the young adults, and it has decor, fare and entertainment targeted for Millenials! It is counted amongst the handful bars in Chennai that offer free entry to the singles. Themed nights are organized on the weekends to take your party spirit to the next level. You can treat yourself with diverse musical genres like pop, classical and retro here that are played by the DJs.

The food is an instant hit, and they offer the best-fried cheese, pizza and chicken wings. On top of that, it gives you the option of playing board games or watching your favorite EPL team on the big screen!

Location: Spring Hotel, Kodambakkam, Chennai.

Cost for two: 1400 INR with alcohol

Timing: 12 pm to 12 am

This club in Chennai doubles as a casual dining haven and a nightclub, and it’s a great place to sip on the refreshing drinks. It is the most famous party destination in Chennai where you can dance away to the eclectic mix played by the DJ! The clubbing gets high here on the weekend when the renowned singers perform live to seize the attention of the guests.

The finger food they serve with draught beer and martinis are also par excellence, and most people keep asking for repeats! Apart from this their quirky ambience and vibrant décor pulls a wide range of audience to have a gala time over here. 

Location: Grand Arcade, Velachery, Chennai

Cost for two: 1800 INR with alcohol

Timing: 11 am to 11 pm

If you love to party post sundown with your gang, then Embers should be a must-visit for you. This nightclub is known for its groovy décor, amazing concoctions and great ambience which makes it the absolute favourite of the party lovers. It offers an eclectic range of mocktails, cocktails and snacks that are extremely refreshing and scrumptious.

It might be one of the oldest, but it has a loyal fan base which turns up for the karaoke nights and other special occasions! They allow you to book it for parties, so you can have a blast grooving to the musical mixes and gulping down the shots! It is kid-friendly, and you can take your family along with you for a good dinner!

Location: Rutland Road, Munganakkam, Chennai.

Cost for two: 1500 INR

Timing: 7 pm to 1 am

This plush club is rated amongst the top 5 nightclubs in Chennai, and it hosts a number of themed parties- the most common ones being Karaoke Night, Bollywood Night and Ladies night! They serve delectable continental food, which you can have while enjoying the beats of both DJ music and special live performances!

It is the most reasonable among the top-rated clubs in Chennai, and you can get everything here ranging from great ambience, lip-smacking food and drinks.

Location: Kences Inn Boutique Hotel, T Nagar, Chennai

Cost for two: 1000 INR with alcohol

Timing: 12 pm to 12 am

This lounge cum tapas bar will give you all the party feels you want on a budget! The Spanish theme and decor sets it apart from the others on the list! So when you are tired of all the Bollywood and Eminem mixes, drop in here for some Luis Fonzi and Enrique! Apart from the beer and the cocktails, it serves excellent finger food, Italian and seafood.

It is open from the afternoon to midnight and is considered to be one of the best places to hangout in Chennai. The bar is a perfect retreat for the happening crowd and the pulsating music that it offers is an added bonus for the visitors.

Location: 3rd floor, Ampa Skywalk Mall, Chennai.

Cost for two: 1600 INR with alcohol

Timing: 12:30 pm to 12 am

This up and coming club is on the rooftop and offers an amazing sea view to the visitors!  It has a separate lounge and dance area where you can have a fun filled night. The dance floor has been specially designed for a psychedelic feel and the DJ too turns out mostly electronic tunes to match the vibe!

The beer and fries they serve are a hit along with a few fragments of their extensive spread- chicken wings, dragon chicken, crispy lamb, risotto and prawn. But the best part- they are pet friendly, so if you have a penchant for clubbing and can’t leave your puppy behind, this is the place to go! This place also has karaoke, live sports screening and live music.

Location: Palavakkam, Chennai

Timing: 11 am to 12 am

Diff 42 exudes a very relaxing aura with a plushest interior and vibrant setting that appeals to the senses of the visitors. It has dark hues all over except for the bar, which has a glowing amber counter and the high setas are of a dark teak colour! There are no flashy lights on your face and you can groove to the thumping beats! A number of homegrown as well as international DJ’s play here the most lively and soothing beats.

The cocktails here are a steal, and you must try the LIIT, the Yuzu breeze and Baha-ma-mama!  If you are a vegetarian and love clubbing, the food in this place will not disappoint you- the pasta and paneer tikka are great. And for the chicken fans, their chicken wings and chicken stroganoff are too good!

Location: Velachery, Chennai

Cost for two: 1500 INR with alcohol

Timing: 12 pm to 12 am

Radio Room is one of the most premium night pubs in Chennai that hosts live performances and dazzling DJ nights. But this place is more suited to those who want a slow romantic evening, dancing to 80’s music. They mainly serve finger food and fast food, but their continental cuisine is excellent too!

They offer a great selection of drinks, and their Long Island Iced Tea is the biggest seller every single day! The club seems to be buzzing with live music, great rhythm, and energy of the visitors.

Location: MRC Nagar, Chennai

Cost for two: 2200 INR with alcohol

Timing: Monday to Friday- 12:15 pm to 3:15 pm and 6 pm to 12 am
              Saturday and Sunday- 1 pm to 12 am

The Vault- Bar and Stock Exchange is the most renowned clubbing haunt in Chennai that seems to be bustling with crowd. The decor with dark hues and blue trippy lights is just right to set the mood for wildest late-night parties. Live performances are organized here to keep the visitors enthralled and the staff is extremely prompt and courteous.

It offers a great spread of Mexican, Continental and Italian dishes and their burgers, fries, chilli chicken and pasta, are preferred over the fine dining spread.

Location: T Nagar, Chennai

Cost for two: 1500 INR without alcohol

Timing: 12 pm to 12 am

This pub is adorned with cartoons and comics of cycle wallahs on the wall to give a typical feel of Chennai to the guests! The lifting ambience, vibrant lighting and rich decor of this place makes it a major crowd puller for non-stop entertainment and fun. It has a happening dance floor where you can shake a leg on to the hit numbers with your partner.

Both in house, as well as international DJs, are called to take charge of the musical nights. Other than finger food and Chinese, this club will also serve you dosas if you are craving for some South Indian food. You can also try here a wide range of beers and scotch and the top cocktails sold here are the Pann ki Masti, is Tasty and Silver Pigeon.

Location: Anna Nagar, Chennai

Cost for two: 1700 INR with alcohol

Timing: 12 pm to 11 pm