The ICC World Cup Championship has begun and for 45 days, you can expect tonnes of enthusiasm and excitement coming your way! While most of you may like to watch the World Cup series in the comfort of your home with popcorn and beers, let me tell you one thing – the enthralling experience of watching a live screening in a sports bar is beyond what anyone can imagine. The mutual craziness shared by cricket lovers, the loud cheers for your favourite players and that rush of adrenaline or instant joy by screaming ‘chaukaaaaaa’ with friends and strangers will give you memories, incomparable to any!
Well, it’s your choice. Would you rather stay confined in your same ol’ home or immerse yourself in an exciting sports bar or restaurant with people driven by a cricket frenzy and plates full of delicious food? Well, there’s still some time left, buddy. So, if you happen to change your mind and wish to indulge in an awesome experience, here are some of the best bars or restaurants to catch this year’s ICC World Cup screenings in your city!
Delhi
1. Hauz Khas Social
Who doesn’t love Social, right? Not only is it considered one of the best bar cum restaurants in Delhi but is also THE best place to chill and watch a live sports screening. There’s something so welcoming and magnetic in the air about this place that it doesn’t make you feel like leaving even when the match is over. Plus, you get great discounts during the ICC season!
Highlight – They put up extremely large screens in every nook and cranny of the restaurant to capture the magic of sports for everyone.
Address – Hauz Khas Village, Near Deer Park, New Delhi
Cuisine – Continental, North Indian, Chinese, American, Asian
Must-have – Nachos, Burgers, Cocktails and Pizzas
Cost for Two – Rs 1,500
2. Pebble Street
With its charming English decor and dim setting, this place makes us feel like we’re cheering for our favourite team but from a British Era. There’s nothing more relaxing than watching the live matches on the big screen while unwinding ourselves on the comforts of their leather sofas.
Highlight – They also have a specialised World Cup Menu that will leave you wanting for more.
Address – 8, Community Center, New Friends Colony, New Delhi
Cuisine – Continental, Italian, North Indian
Must-have – Cocktails, Pasta, Nachos
Cost for Two – Rs 2,400
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3. Delhi Pub Exchange by Smaaash, Ambience Mall
Backed by Sachin Tendulkar, himself, Smaaash is a brand that has been redefining sports dining experience in India since years. No wonder the place is so jam-packed during the World Cup season that you’ve got to book your personal space a few days in advance.
Highlight – In case the tension on the screen becomes a bit too much to handle, you could always unwind by playing a game of bowling with your friends.
Address – Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
Cuisine – North Indian, Continental, Thai
Must-have – Martinis, Chakhna Platter, Pizzas, Prawn Sizzlers, Chilly Potatoes
Cost for Two – Rs 1,500
4. The Playground
This sports themed bar is an amazing choice for those staying in or near Dwarka. It provides a cosy experience with its large, wall-side sofas and also includes a foosball or pool table for you to warm up before the excitement of the match begins (or to let out some steam afterwards).
Highlight – Their seating area is surrounded by thousands of cricket logos and images which sets a perfect mood for the ICC World Cup fever for all sports enthusiasts.
Address – 2nd Floor, Pankaj Arcade 1, Plot 4, Pocket 4, Dwarka, New Delhi
Cuisine – North Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian
Must-have – Chicken Tikka, Paneer Tikka, Pizzas, Mocktails
Cost for Two – Rs 1,300
5. TOS – Take Off Scarlet
This one-of-a-kind restaurant is famous among West Delhiites and gives you the option to choose your preferred setting for indulging in boisterous cricket matches. You can either sit inside and relax in the splendour of the old-world decor or unwind outside with comfortable seating arrangements for pleasant, fresh air in the evenings.
Highlight – They’ve got some of the biggest projectors in the city to make your viewing experience extremely memorable and won’t let you miss out on any action.
Address – 13-C, North West Avenue, Club Road, Punjabi Bagh
Cuisine – North Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian
Must-have – Paneer Lababdar, Mocktails, Cocktails, Fish & Chips
Cost for Two – Rs 1,200
6. Game Of Legends
Owing to its screening-friendly, spacious layout, this iconic hub attracts sports lovers from all corners of the city. Apart from their huge television screens, they also have a pool table which lets everyone unwind for a while. Although they are known for their spectacular grilled delicacies, the vast range of cocktails and drinks in their fully stocked bar is also hard to miss.
Highlight – Their decor is inspired by several global sports events and sports celebrities which makes it an ideal setting for live screenings.
Address – City Square Mall, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi
Cuisine – Continental, Chinese, North Indian, Italian
Must-have – Mocktails, Mojitos, Pasta, Pizzas
Cost for Two – Rs 1,450
7. My Bar Square
Known as one of the best sports bars for ICC World Cup screenings, this place has a funky decor with large posters celebrating the achievements of some of the most legendary sports icons in the world. Be sure to reach there well before time on match days to save a seat for yourselves and your friends as the place can get super crowded due to its popularity.
Highlight – It’s Tower Of Beer and cricket-themed snacks will end up giving you sporty vibes.
Address – E-34 and 35, 1st Floor, Inner Circle, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Cuisine – Continental, Italian, Chinese, North Indian
Must-haves – Chilly Chicken, Honey Chilli Potatoes, Chicken Wings
Cost for Two – Rs 1,200
8. Yes Minister – Pub & Kitchen
Owing to its comfortable seating, large screening facilities and retro-sports themed decor, this sports bar is a favourite for all those staying in or near South Delhi. And when combined with its mouthwatering, scrumptious food, I bet you’d end up returning to this place for every match!
Highlight – It’s not only a place to experience live screenings and dining but is also an awesome gaming arcade with a wide range of video games, foosball, pool tables and much more.
Address – 4, Adchini, Essex Farms, New Delhi
Cuisine – Continental, Italian, North Indian
Must-have – Cocktails, Pizzas, Burgers, Chicken Satay, Long Island Iced Tea
Cost for Two – Rs 1,800
9. The Irish House
With its quaint, old-school, wooden decor, huge television screening facilities and comfortable seating arrangements, The Irish House becomes one of the most sought-after and highly occupied sports bars in the city during the ICC World Cup fever or any other sporting events.
Highlight – They provide great discounts on their most popular dishes in every sports season.
Address – DLF Mall Of India, Sector – 18, Noida; Epicuria Food Mall, Nehru Place, New Delhi
Cuisine – American, European
Must-have – Seafood, Falafels, Mini Tacos, Burgers
Cost for Two – Rs 1,600
10. Themis Barbeque House
This rooftop barbeque joint is an ideal space for you and your friends to catch the live screenings whilst indulging in a delectable range of freshly grilled meat or vegetarian delicacies.
Highlight – You can also indulge in their classic buffets or choose to relax in their spacious, indoor wooden seating whilst tasting their exotic range of brews and cocktails.
Address – Stanmax Aggarwal Millenium Tower 1, Netaji Subhash Place, New Delhi
Cuisine – North Indian
Must-have – Paneer Tikka, Tandoori Chicken, Gulab Jamun
Cost for Two – Rs 1,400
Mumbai
1. Amoeba Sports Bar
As one of the most happening sports bars of Mumbai, Amoeba celebrates the love of cricket by providing spacious seating arrangements with live screening facilities, made available on almost all corners of the bar so that you don’t get to miss even a single move of the action.
Highlight – They serve cricket-themed drinks and lip-smacking dishes. Plus, it’s pet-friendly!
Address – 1st Floor, Club House, Equinox Business Park, Kurla, Mumbai
Cuisine – North Indian, Continental, Chinese, Mexican, Italian
Must-have – Cocktails like Googly, No Ball, Knockout and Sixes, Dishes like Chilli cheese riders, Mumbai grilled sandwiches, Delhi da Murg Tikka, Chicken Wings, Nachos
Cost for Two – Rs 1,500
2. Havana Cafe & Bar
Mostly famous for organising live gigs, what makes this cafe and bar so amazing and sought-after is its gigantic screen which provides a cinematic experience for all sports lovers during the cricket fever or the ICC World Cup season.
Highlight – It becomes one of the most exciting places in Mumbai for all sports enthusiasts!
Address – Gordon House Hotel, Apollo Bunder, Behind Regal Cinema, Colaba, Mumbai
Cuisine – European, Spanish, Mexican
Must-have – Butterfly Chicken, Chicken Tikka, Nachos, Burgers and Cocktails
Cost for Two – Rs 1,400
3. The Sassy Spoon
Not only does this place guarantee awesome dining and live screening experience for all cricket and food enthusiasts but also gives you a chance to participate and win 2 free tickets to watch the ICC World Cup in England and Wales.
Highlight – They tend to have special, running offers or exciting challenges to win complimentary appetizers or cocktails – which means that you get to play games while watching a game.
Address – Express Towers, Nariman Point, Mumbai
Cuisine – Finger Food, Mediterranean, European, Asian
Must-have – Cocktails, Mocktails, Spaghetti, Ravioli, Pastas
Cost for Two – Rs 1,800
4. The Bar Stock Exchange
Being one of the hottest bars in the city, it provides a funky, wooden decor and a spacious seating which allows us to sit back and watch live screenings in great comfort. This place is always jam-packed, so make sure you arrive there a bit early to save yourself a seat.
Highlight – Besides one giant screen, a few HD televisions sets have also been placed around the pub so that wherever you sit, you don’t get to miss out on any action from any corner.
Address – 1st Floor, Club House Equinox Business Park, Kurla, Mumbai
Cuisine – Chinese, North Indian, Continental, Italian, Mexican
Must-have – Mocktails, Vegetable Nachos, Masala Pav, Pizzas, Stuffed Mushrooms
Cost for Two – Rs 1,300
5. MRP
This amazing bar is not only famous for offering world-class, live sports screenings but is also well-known for its DJ nights, weekend brunches and exciting competitions over the pool tables.
Highlight – They also serve ICC World Cup-themed cocktails and shot mixed drinks with interesting names like We Warne’ You!, Kohled It!, Mai Warner and MS Bomb.
Address – 20, Dharamputra, Pritam Estate, Dadar East, Mumbai
Cuisine – Continental, North Indian, Asian
Must-have – Paneer Tikka, Crackling Spinach, Cocktails, Nachos, Pizzas
Cost for Two – Rs 1,300
6. Flamboyante
This place provides a beautiful, open-air seating with breathtaking views and the kind of peace you wouldn’t be able to find anywhere else. Situated in the World Trade Centre, it’s also a great place for after-work drinks with its vast selection of beers, Indian whiskeys and rums.
Highlight – The combination of its peaceful ambience, sounds of the sea, a large number of TV screens and spacious seating makes for a unique live screening experience in the city.
Address – 7, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai
Cuisine – North Indian, Chinese, Asian, Mughlai
Must-have – Mocktails, Pizzas, Wasabi Prawns, Khao Suey, Panipuri, Chocolate Mud Pie
Cost for Two – Rs 2,000
7. TAP Resto Bar
Justifying the name, this exciting bar offers beer on tap, a unique selection of food and drinks and big screens for you to follow live cricket, football or even tennis matches with sports enthusiasts like yourself. As soon as you enter this place, you can feel the enthusiasm captivating you!
Highlight – They also provide an option for rooftop or outdoor seating with live sports screening.
Address – 3rd Floor, Link Square Mall, Linking Road, Mumbai
Cuisine – Chinese, Italian, Mexican, North Indian
Must-have – Cocktails, Mocktails, Pasta, Pizzas, Fries
Cost for Two – Rs 1,600
8. The Bar Terminal
Owing to its gorgeous, contemporary style decor and an amazing cocktail selection, this restaurant is considered as one of the hottest and most popular restaurants in the city. Some of their most loved cocktails selections include Love & Lock, The Tequila Split and The Jack Sparrow. During the cricket fever, this place becomes super crowded and ten times more fun!
Highlight – One of its major selling points is it’s super chilled out ambience, live music and specially crafted range of beers and cocktails that you just can’t have enough of.
Address – Hamam Street, Next to Bombay Stock Exchange Building, Fort, Mumbai
Cuisine – Continental, Finger Food, North Indian, Italian
Must-have – Cocktails, Nachos, Mocktails, Pizzas, Maggie, Brownies
Cost for Two – Rs 1,200
9. Blanco
Located on the Linking Road, this pretty little place is an ideal choice for dining with your friends and family in an outdoor or indoor setting. With its Bohemian-retro decor, it also presents live sports screenings for a fun, sports-filled night and live music on other non-sporty occasions.
Highlight – During the ICC World Cup season, you can avail a free beer or wine if you predict the toss right and 20% off on your bill if you guess the final score of the match right. Cool, isn’t it?
Address – Ground Floor, Ganga Jamuna Block, Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Cuisine – European, Mediterranean, Thai
Must-have – Cocktails, Kung Pao Chicken, Peri Peri Chicken, Salads, Pizzas, Iced Peach Tea
Cost for Two – Rs 1,800
10. Geoffrey’s
The selling point of this quaint little place is its cosy, laid back ambience that has an old world charm to it and it’s finger-licking food. With several HD televisions, the restaurant also provides live sports screenings which makes it an ideal choice if you wish to watch the match a bit more peacefully and make it a private affair with your date or family.
Highlight – It also gives you the option to enjoy a date night or a sports night in their comfortable, outdoor seating arrangements under the star-studded sky with a cool, sea breeze.
Address – Hotel Marine Plaza, 29, Marine Drive, Churchgate, Mumbai
Cuisine – Italian, Continental
Must-have – Cocktails, Mocktails, Beer, Paneer Tikka, Iced Tea, Nachos
Cost for Two – Rs 2,200
Bengaluru
1. Monkey Bar
Famous for its cosy, wooden decor and amazing drinks and food, this place is considered as one of the hottest bars in Bangalore and a favourite among all young adults.
Highlight – During the ICC World Cup fever, they have a specially curated menu with dishes like Capt. Keema and 65 Not Out along with exciting discounts on cocktails and beer pitches too!
Address – 610, Diagonally Opposite SBI Bank, 12th Main, Off 80 Feet Road, Indiranagar
Cuisine – European, American, Asian, North Indian
Must-have – Burgers, Nachos, Butterfly Chicken, Chicken Tikka, Cocktails
Cost for Two – Rs 1,400
2. Xtreme Sports Bar
You can always count on this bar to make your ICC World Cup experience a bit more ‘extreme’ and amazing! With a dim setting and a chilled-out decor, surrounded by posters of legendary sports icons, comfortable and spacious sofas, large TV sets and scrumptious dishes, what else do you need for a perfect sporty night?
Highlight – It has a wide range of freshly brewed beer and lazy, bean bags for you to relax and unwind while watching the game. It also has a pool table in case you feel like playing for a while!
Address – HAL 2nd Stage, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar
Cuisine – Chinese, North Indian, Continental
Must-have – Chicken Wings, Pastas, Potato Wedges and Cocktails
Cost for Two – Rs 1,500
3. Arbour Brewing Company
If you’re looking to spend your game night with a pitcher of craft beer and finger-licking snacks with a bunch of friends on your side, head to Arbour Brewing Company for one of the most amazing, cinematic screening experiences of your life. Plus, they even have a foosball table!
Highlight – They have a wide range of cocktails and draught beer for you to choose from on which they even give special discounts during the World Cup season.
Address – Brigade Road, Diagonally Opposite Garuda Mall
Cuisine – Continental, American
Must-have – Hefeweizen, Belgian Brew Beer, Craft Beer, Kamikaze, Pizzas
Cost for Two – Rs 2,000
4. Toit
There’s something magnetic about this funky, sports bar that it will make you want to stay there for all the game nights of the ICC World Cup season. Their signature beers like Basmati Blonde, Tintin Toit and Dark Knight must definitely be tried once as they’ll make you want to ‘chug, chug, chug’ the night away with great fervour and joy as you see your team win!
Highlight – They are pet-friendly and also allow open-air seating for live screenings!
Address – 298, Namma Metro Pillar 62, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar
Cuisine – American, Italian
Must-have – Chicken Wings, Nachos, Pesto Pizza, Mai Thai
Cost for Two – Rs 1,500
5. Church Street Social
Social outlets are a hit in almost every city! Owing to its fun decor and chilled out ambience, this place always remains a favourite for all young adults or teenagers to chill and watch ICC World Cup screenings on the big screen while devouring in their lip-smacking snacks and cocktails.
Highlight – They also add special cocktails and customised dishes to go with the cricket fever
Address – 46/1, Cobalt Building, Church Street
Cuisine – Continental, North Indian, European, Chinese, Finger Food
Must-have – Paneer Biryani, Hot Dog, Butter Chicken Biryani, Cocktails, Taco Soup
Cost for Two – Rs 1,500
6. Vapour
Being one of the most sought-after sports bars in town, this place is always jam-packed with sports enthusiasts, catching live or not-so-live sports screenings on the HD TV sets across the floor. They can either choose to watch the games from low seating booths or unwind and relax in the rooftop seating with their friends for a while with pop music floating across its space.
Highlight – It’s soothing ambience and funky decor can both be an escape from the chaos of the town or just a place to enjoy and connect with new people who share the same interests as you.
Address – 773, HAL 2nd Stage, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar
Cuisine – Continental, North Indian, Chinese
Must-have – Pesto Pasta, Crispy Chilli Corn, Sangria, Wheat Beer, Craft Beer
Cost for Two – Rs 1,400
7. Three Dots And A Dash
If you’re looking for a fun, sports-filled night with something delectable to munch on, this quaint and rustic little restaurant can guarantee a great live screening experience under the hood. For those looking for some quiet time before the game starts, can also reside in the peaceful, private dining area for an uninterrupted conversation over dinner.
Highlight – To embrace the fever and your enthusiasm a wee bit more than other sports bars, they even have cocktails named and designed after all your favourite teams!
Address – 840/1, 100 Feet Road, Metro Pillar 56-57, Indiranagar
Cuisine – Continental, European
Must-have – Honey Mustard Chicken, Pork Steak, Mocktails, Cocktails, Nachos
Cost for Two – Rs 1,300
8. Prost Brew Pub
Considered as undoubtedly one of the best breweries of Bangalore, Post Brew Club is the place you need to be if you wish to enjoy a live ICC World Cup screening along with freshly brewed beers and a wide range of scrumptiously delicious dishes!
Highlight – To make your game nights even better and longer, they give you the opportunity to avail unlimited beer offers during the whole ICC World Cup season!
Address – 749, 10th Main, 80 Feet Road, 4th Block, Koramangala
Cuisine – North Indian, Continental, American
Must-have – Mango Cider, Cocktails, Wheat Beer, Cajun Potatoes
Cost for Two – Rs 1,800
Hyderabad
1. Beyond Flavours
Known for being one of the best bars in the city, Beyond Flavours is the place you need to go for your next game night with your squad! With minimalistic decor and dim lighting, this place creates a home-like ambience – that too, with an added bonus of hearty dishes, a wide selection of freshly brewed beer and a live screening of the ICC World Cup. What else do we need?
Highlight – It’s cosy ambience and unlimited range of flavourful food, cocktails and beers makes it one of the most sought-after sports bars in the city.
Address – F1-F2, Fantasy Square At Biodiversity Junction, Gachibowli, Hyderabad
Cuisine – Continental, Italian, North Indian
Must-have – Hot & Sour Soup, Chicken Biryani, Butter Chicken, Lasagne, Vegetable Manchurian
Cost for Two – Rs 1,800
2. Air Live
Air Live is one of those bars that you wouldn’t want to leave once you become a part of its enthusiasm. Brimming with cheers and joy, this place offers live screening and remains super crowded during the ICC World Cup season or any other global sports event by creating an atmosphere that’s too addictive to resist and serving food that’s too irresistible to ignore.
Highlight – They also give great discounts on their drinks and food during the cricket fever!
Address – 5th Floor, Odyssey Mall, Road 36, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Cuisine – North Indian, Italian
Must-have – Taipei Chicken, Cocktails, Mocktails
Cost for Two – Rs 1,500
3. Rush Sports Bar
Owing to its eye-catching decor, energetic ambience and a wide range of flavourful dishes and drinks, this awesome bar remains one of the coolest ones in town. And during the ICC World Cup season with live screenings on its gigantic television sets, this place becomes even better!
Highlight – This sports bar also provides live music for those of you looking to relax and bowling facilities for those of you looking to recharge yourselves before the big game.
Address – 3rd Floor, Ratnadeep Supermarket, Hitech City, Hyderabad
Cuisine – North Indian, Chinese
Must-have – Pasta, Rolls, Cocktails, Beer, Buffets
Cost for Two – Rs 1,400
4. Mustang Terrace Lounge
With its cosy, vintage decor, this sports bar becomes one of the most crowded places in town during the ICC World Cup season. It offers live screening on three television sets – two indoors and one in outdoor, rooftop seating with dishes that will make your taste buds jump for joy.
Highlight – It also provides comfortable, spacious sofas for you to sink in with a fully stocked bar for your unlimited beer/cocktail cravings to give you an enthralling experience like never before.
Address – Above S Banquets, Level 5, Satyanarayana Arcade, Gachibowli
Cuisine – North Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Italian
Must-have – Stuffed Mushrooms, Pizzas, Mocktails, Cocktails
Cost for Two – Rs 1,300
5. Amnesia Lounge Bar
This bar is known for its irresistible atmosphere that just pumps up your energy as soon as you enter this dynamic place for drinks or a party with friends. With an absolutely lit ambience, a breathtaking, rooftop view and a wide range of global delicacies, this place is not only famous for its cinematic live sports screenings but also for its private, romantic dining experiences.
Highlight – They showcase each and every game of the whole ICC World Cup season and provide great offers and discounts on food and drinks to take it up a notch.
Address – Plot 1102, 5th Floor, Jaya Chambers, Road 36, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad
Cuisine – American, Continental, Italian
Must-have – Pasta Alfredo, Corn Kernels, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Peri Peri Chicken Wings
Cost for Two – Rs 1,300
6. Barcelos
Named after a charming little Portuguese town called Barcelos, this live screening sports bar offers an old-school splendour with comfy sofas and dim lighting amalgamated with live music and some of the most mouth-watering, Portuguese, African and European dishes. And when an ICC World Cup match is on, could you ask for anything more to make it perfect? I don’t think so.
Highlight – They also offer a wide variety of interesting drinks that’ll leave you wanting for more.
Address – 407A, 4th Floor, Forum Sujana Mall, Kukatpally, Hyderabad
Cuisine – European, African, Portuguese
Must-have – Peri Peri Chicken Wings, Potato Wedges, Cocktails, Beers
Cost for Two – Rs 1,400
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