Chowringhee Bar

Chowringhee Bar is the hotel bar of The Oberoi Grand, located at 15 Jawaharlal Nehru Road in the Chowringhee district of central Kolkata, West Bengal, India. The Oberoi Grand is one of the city's best-known heritage hotels, and the bar is regarded as a smart choice for a quiet after-dinner drink, especially for visitors based around New Market and the Maidan.

The crowd is made up of hotel guests, business travellers, local professionals and couples. Dress is smart casual to formal, and the hotel setting means the staff expect tidy attire; flip-flops and sportswear may be refused. Most guests are adults in their thirties and older. The atmosphere is hushed and polished, with attentive service, comfortable seating and conversation at a low volume.

Music is incidental, usually soft background tracks, and the bar does not run club-style programming. The appeal is the setting and service rather than entertainment, which suits visitors who want a calm end to the day.

The drinks programme is centred on classic cocktails, premium spirits, wine and beer. Cocktails typically cost about ₹900-1,800 and spirits about ₹600-1,200 per peg, which reflects five-star hotel pricing and puts it at the upper end of the city. Snacks and light dishes are available from the hotel kitchen.

Opening hours are typically evenings; confirm current hours with the venue or the hotel, as they can vary by day. Weeknights are usually quiet, while weekends see more hotel guests and local residents. No cover charge is listed. Reservations are not usually essential for small parties, but groups should call the hotel ahead. Bottle service may be arranged for larger parties by enquiring with the bar.

The location on Jawaharlal Nehru Road is a short walk from New Market and a brief taxi ride from Park Street, so the bar works as a calm alternative to the livelier pubs and live-music rooms of the Park Street strip.