Patiala peg is a highly relevant cultural gift which North India received from Punjab. Delhi has definitely embraced that gift with open arms. 30 ml is not even where we star from, so this 120 ml Patiala measurement is the one that suits us best.
You don't exactly have to break your bank to have 120 ml pegs and favorite tandoori chicken, and here are 10 bars in Delhi that are built to fit serve you.
1. My Bar, Connaught Place
It is only rightful that this list begins with Delhi's favorite bar for cheap drinks with typical North Indian food. This is one place that gives the 120 ml pegs with succulent tandoori and Afghani chicken, all under Rs 1,000.
Location: G-68, Near Metro Exit 7 & 8, Outer Circle, Connaught Place
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 559
2. Café MRP, Connaught Place
Cafe MRP has impressed every 'urban poor' with its exciting new take on the partying scene of Delhi. You get to buy drinks at their MRP, no overpricing and getting a shot of Old Monk for Rs 90. A plate of Stuffed Mushrooms with any drink from their MRP menu will make for a fun and affordable weekend outing.
Location: 1st Floor, C-39, Opposite Odean Cinema, Connaught Place
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 500
3. Cafe Dalal Street, Connaught Place
Being hipster will finally save you some money. A Delhi version of Mumbai's famous Bar Stock Exchange, Cafe Dalal Street runs on the same principle. The prices of drinks fluctuate according to their demand, the popular drinks get expensive (even if it means a shot of Old Monk) and the ones in less demand ( this can be a Black Label cocktail too) get cheaper.
Location: M-89/90, M Block, Outer Circle, Connaught Place
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Varies
4. Lights Camera Action - Air Bar, Rajouri Garden
Rajouri's bar and cafe scene is in full swing right now. Where new places open and shut every week, Lights Camera Action has managed to become a favorite in the Punjabi crowd of West Delhi. Their fusion cuisine like Naan Pizza and moderately priced alcohols make an ideal combination for a night of drinking.
Location: J-2/6 B, 3rd Floor, BK Dutt Market, Rajouri Garden
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 700
5. Moonshine Cafe & Bar, Hauz Khas Village
If you are looking for something fancy but fun then head here. Moonshine has been brightening up the live music scene of Hauz Khas for over two years now, but recently its fandom has blown up again. Celebrities such as Randeep Hooda and Nikhil Chinapa can often be spotted here. Also, there is no reason why you should miss out on their LIIT.
Location: 30, 2nd Floor, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 1,300
6. Batli 29, Gurgaon
Gurgaon has become the brewery capital in last few years. Batli 29 is the newest addition is Batli 29 who not only brew their beers but also sell them at an affordable prices. Given the name, the bar is definitely not shy of its priorities.
Location: SCO 25, Main Market, Sector 29, Gurgaon
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 650
7. Blues, Cannaught Place
Every 90's kid experiencing college and early 20s in Delhi has a special place for Blues in their heart. Before all these live music friendly cafes opened, Blues was the mecca for beginner musicians. And with them came people looking for great music, delicious food and cheap alcohol.
Location: N-18, Outer Circle, Opposite Katurbha Gandhi Marg, Connaught Place
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 500
8. 4S Chinese Restaurant, Defence Colony
Delhites love to wash down their alcohol with spicy and highly Punjabi Chinese food (read chilly chicken, spicy manchurian etc). 4S is one such really old place where locals and journalists have been flocking to get a fix for their very specific cravings.
Location: A-26, Defence Colony Market, Defence Colony
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 500
9. TC, Adchini
People coming to TC are caught up in the nostalgia of what the place used to be. Long before cafe culture hit Delhi like a wrecking ball, small and shady places like TC were keeping Delhites sane. Though now a hangout of middle aged men, TC still has some charm left in its cheap alcohol and crooked walls.
Location: 81, Adchini
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 700
10. Adda by Striker, GK I
Opened last year, Adda is especially known for its massive terrace arrangement. If you want to catch up with friends over cheap-ish alcohol in a non-shady place, then Adda and its multi-cuisine finger food is your mecca. Some of the spicy delights include Butter Chicken Noodles and Tandoori Momos.
Location: N-4, N Block Market, Greater Kailash (GK) 1
Cost for a Teacher's Patiala peg: Rs 800