The Lord of the Drinks Lower Parel is as larger-than-life as the iconic high fantasy novel its name connotes. Hailed as Asia's longest, the 60 meters (200 feet) bar stretches as far as your vision goes and calls a sprawling 1273 square meters (13,700 square feet) setting its home. Illuminated in amber hues radiating from filament bulbs, the interior has plush leather sofas and wrought iron chairs for your comfort. Each seat gives a perfect view of the bar area that boasts of eclectic as well as indulgent spirits ranging from the INR38000 worth Dom Perignon to the INR15000 worth Monkey 47. For those who prefer mixology, the place has an array of cocktails that come to your table looking like a work of art. The food menu complements its drinks counterpart with scrumptious pizzas, stir fry, nachos and several Indian classics served with a contemporary twist. Live music on certain evenings, screenings during game nights and the DJs keep the place at its euphoric best well past midnight.

Bonobo is named after the ape just behind man in the evolutionary race and here all are likely to cut him some slack after due inebriation. With a decor that includes florescent trees and monkeys jumping off the wall, this cozy restaurant is meant solely for fun times. Bonobo is one of Mumbai's newest cocktail bars and offers a diverse range of colorful cocktails and contemporary Euro cuisine. Call for details.

Hawaiian Shack is Mumbai's little secret. This cozy, unassuming shack-like bar is a refreshing place to be in. Wooden logs in place of cement and bare bamboo strips for the internal decor, it is a replica of the authentic shacks in Goa and Hawaii. Lit by florescent blue and green lights, it plays trendy and popular music and gets really congested as the night goes on. The liquor is very affordable and the crowd is diverse. Great place to meet new people or hang out with friends.

The Elbo Room is owned by Nicolo Morea, Swaraj Kapoor and Ravi Sharma. With an ambiance like that of an old British pub, the Elbo Room is a comfortable, cozy place to hang out with friends while enjoying the drinks of your choice. The menu has a variety of pastas, pizzas, tandoori and barbecue. Happy Hours at the Elbo Room are from 12pm to 8pm. The music is foot tapping and goes well with the theme of the bar. All in all Elbo Room is a wonderful place to relax after a long day and have interesting conversations with the fellow Elbo rommies!

The ultra cool and sophisticated China House Lounge in Grand Hyatt is one of the most exclusive nightclubs in Mumbai. Don't be too star-struck if you run into Bollywood stars here. You can expect to be served great Chinese food from 5 open kitchens. There is a private mezzanine level called the I-Deck which serves as a defacto celebrity den! DJ Clement plays soulful house, funky and progressive music. The music progresses from soothing to thumping over the night. You can party here till the wee hours of the morning.

Enjoy a gourmet meal in plush interiors at Olive Bar & Kitchen at Khar. Located close to Union Park, it is frequented by celebrities and famous personalities. The creative Mediterranean menu has won accolades and is one of the best in the city. Complement your meal with wine chosen from an extensive list and surprising mixes served as cocktails. Though the restaurant is extravagantly priced, the experience of eating a meal here is worth the dent in your pocket.

Located inside Taj Mahal Palace & Tower (The), Harbour Bar is a neighborhood favorite. A grand 'unwind' experience, nightcaps and cigars is what Harbour Bar promises. After you've chosen from the exhaustive martini menu you could ask the bartender to mix you the drink right at your table. Try a classic martini like the Negroni or go for the more modern Stinger Martini. Habanos or Davidoffs, pick your favorite Cuban cigar and ease into the night! Harbour Bar offers an exhaustive wine selection and an international food menu as well.

Velvet Lounge, is a cool hangout, which caters to the urban, trendy and young crowd. The main attraction is the forty foot bar. The cocktails and music are in sync with the classy ambiance. The DJ doles out the top of the chart numbers. No one can resist the foot tapping music. The skilled bartenders ensure that you have the right blend of drinks. Get in the party mood and gear up for a fun night out.