Best Restaurants, Lounges & Bars To Celebrate Oktoberfest In Chennai
Your guide to the finest beer festival celebrating spots in the city
20 Sep, 2022 by Vishal Tewatia
Originating from Germany, Oktoberfest has become extremely popular in India as well. This festival is all about going out with your loved ones or friends & having a sip of your favorite beer brands and food. This festival starts at the end of September & goes till mid-October. Restaurants during this time make special arrangements and also introduce their special menu. Here, in this list, we have collected the best restaurants in Chennai that are sure to impress you this Oktoberfest season & give you a delightful experience.
Sin & Tonic, T. Nagar, Chennai
Known to be one of the greatest party places in the city, this is something you should not be missing this Oktoberfest. The Luxurious Resto Bar is famous for its high-energy ambiance and food & cocktails. Their huge menu has a lot of signature cocktails to choose from.
Must-haves: Chicken Biryani, Lacchha Paratha, Tandoori Chicken Tikka Pizza, Chilli Mushroom, Kadhai Golmaal Meal, cocktails and beer.
Cost for two: ₹ 1500
The Cycle Gap, Anna Nagar West, Chennai
The Cycle Gap’s curation draws inspiration from the local culture & is often touted as Chennai’s first pub. They are also well known for their exemplary hospitality & homey decor. The seating has a playschool kind of quirky vibe to it that looks quite cute. On the walls, you can see various paintings adorned with sayings in the local dialect.
Must-haves: Green Chilli Chicken, Calamari Rings, Crispy Lamb, Cocktails, Mixed Fried Rice, White Sauce Pasta.
Cost for two: ₹ 1500
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Lord of the Drinks, Nungambakkam, Chennai
Lord of the Drinks, commonly known as LOTD, is home to the tastiest food and the best of drinks. It all started with Delhi but now has hands-on varied parts of the country. The ambiance here is quite relaxed yet vibrant. They serve an interesting mix of Italian, Chinese, Continental and North-Indian cuisines.
Must-haves: Amritsari Mall Road Bhurji Bao, LIIT In A Pitcher, Pasta, Biryani, Dal Makhani.
Cost for two: ₹ 1500
Crazy Ivan Resto Lounge, Thuraipakkam, Chennai
As the name suggests, a crazy party place for people of all ages. This is the best-themed restaurant in Chennai & the beverages on offer are equally great as their food. The service is quite prompt.
Must-haves: Caprioska, Dilli Chilli Toast, Tennesse Wings, Bhuna Gosht, Our Special Classic Chicken Biryani.
Cost for two: ₹ 1500
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Orange Coconut, Thuraipakkam, Chennai
The eye catchy color of the furniture makes it stand out from the rest. The place serves exceptionally good Thai food, even the rarest preparations too. They have ample space inside and everything on the menu is moderately priced. They have a full bar menu available & have all kinds of popular alcoholic beverages available too.
Must-haves: Bangkok Red Curry, Pad Thai, Bangkok Red Curry, Chilli Fish.
Cost for two: ₹ 1800
BOATS - Based On A True Story, Besant Nagar, Chennai
What can be better than chilling with your buddies, having beers and enjoying the seaside view? There may be many places offering rooftop seating but we are sure that none could match up to the panoramic view offered by this ideally located dining venue. They serve a multicuisine spread along with a full bar.
Must-haves: Bonchon Chicken, Spinach Manchurian, Nasi Goreng, Cocktails, Beer, Nachos
Cost for two: ₹ 1800
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HOB Club & Lounge Nungambakkam, Chennai
A happening place to be, serving an interesting mélange of Italian, Mexican & Chinese cuisines. The music played here is so electrifying that it will make you dance. Offers the perfect combination of food, drinks and high-energy vibes.
Must-haves: Green Spicy Chicken, Kohzi Varuval, Fish Tikka, Pepper Mutton Pizza, Non-Veg Mix Platter.
Cost for two: ₹ 1000
Gears and Garage, Restobar, Nungambakkam, Chennai
Another themed restaurant in Chennai & is popularly referred to as the hangout ‘Adda’ by many. The resto cum bar is designed like a garage. The creative seats & painted walls give you an entirely different feel. You can plan your reunions, business meetings, or even a casual laidback date here.
Must-haves: Onion Rings, Tawa Prawn, Macher Chop, Mutton Sukka Pizza, Veg Stroganoff.
Cost for two: ₹ 1000
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The Thief, Nungambakkam, Chennai
The Thief provides you with a blend of perfect food, comfort & an electric ambiance. Loud music, fresh ingredients & food, and great hospitality are the few things that define it. Besides all this, the place is also a regular at hosting fun live events from time to time. This is the most luxurious bar in the city serving all kinds of drinks.
Must-haves: Chefs Special Mediterranean Spreads, Mutton Masala, Chicken Mexican Pizza, Beef in Blanket Burger
Cost for two: ₹ 1800
Off The Record, Nungambakkam, Chennai
Another masterpiece by The Thief only, this restaurant offers you multiple levels of madness & is the perfect place you should explore on your next foodie adventure. While the first floor is black & red themed, the rooftop area is reserved for all party animals. Their artisanal cocktails, especially the LIIT is something you should not miss.
Must-haves: Basil Fish, Thai Curry, Cocktails, Tiramisu, Drinks, Pasta, Long Island Beach Iced Tea
Cost for two: ₹ 1500
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Kommune, T. Nagar, Chennai
One of the most beautiful & spacious spots on the list, Kommune is a place that is great to hang out with friends and drink. With soothing earthy tone interiors with yellow LED light setups and plush seating, this one is sure to help you unwind. The food served is fresh & the staff is very polite.
Must-haves: Chicken Cannelloni, Wild Mushroom Soup, Guava Juice, Buffalo Wings, Thai Green Curry, Noodle
Cost for two: ₹ 2000
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Vishal is passionate about traveling, food, long drives, music & loves pets. When at home, he watches movies & is crazy about exploring new places. He is into gaming too & has a keen interest in photography.
