How this beloved Colaba bar is making itself right at home in Bengauluru

With good beer, juicy burgers, rock music, and an old school vibe, Woodside Inn opens its doors in Indiranagar

When I told my Mumbai friends that Woodside Inn is opening in Bengaluru, their eyes lit up. The bar, that first opened in Colaba in 2007, is a favourite for its laid-back vibe and craft beers on tap. The old school atmosphere, and pub grub has made it a classic. With outlets in Andheri and Bandra, the brew pub has now made its way to Indiranagar.

Woodside Inn in Indiranagar

It is a hot afternoon when we arrive to check out the new Woodside Inn. The cool blast of the AC, the cosy wood paneled interiors and the rock music playing from the speakers makes us feel welcome instantly. Bengaluru may be the cocktail bar and brewery capital of the country, but we used to be known for our moody pubs playing ‘Roadhouse Blues’. This took me back.

Spread over two floors, the brew pub has a warm lights and teal coloured accents. There is a small outdoor area with a couple of seats as well. The bar is stocked with craft beers, with options from city-based breweries such as Toit, Geist, Red Rhino and Mannheim.

We are welcomed by co-founder, Pankil Shah, who shares how his time in the US inspired him to start the brew pub. While they are known for their beers, Pankil recommends me a few cocktails to try, and the bar bites that pair best with them.

Ale battered onion rings