It’s a misconception that lounge bars can only be lively. There are several fantastic bars you can check out if you are in mood for some down time and only want to unwind over drinks with your friends. Away from the noisy hub-a-dub of Gurgaon city, you can enjoy your share of nightlife without being in the center of all that energy. We have found out for you few of such places you can go to drink in peace. In the heart of the city, ensconced in a luxurious five star hotel is ‘Mix Lounge and Bar’, a fancy upmarket watering hole ideal for a quiet time. The peaceful refined ambience of this lounge serves well for a business meeting. You can enter the negotiations without being disturbed by unnecessary hoopla. The lounge is part of The Westin Hotel, Sector 29, Gurgaon.

Before start talking about the bar menu, let’s discuss the actual bar. The beautiful gleaming wooden bar is handcrafted single-wood piece especially ordered from Africa. They even put photographs of the process in their menu for you to see. The bar selection of Mix Lounge and Bar is quite sophisticated. A long list of labels of international repute expands each alcohol type. Vodka, especially, enjoys a mind-blowing variety in labels. Mix Lounge and Bar churns up some potent signature cocktails worthy of your attention. Lekker (infused Hendricks, served in a smoked martini glass), Gemmer n Goud (smoked ginger blended with honey added to canadian whisky) and Koffie Kongo (kahlua, amarula layered with coffee served with smoked chocolate cigar) are as delicious as they sound. Do take time to sample them.

To satisfy your taste buds, the chef comes up with a mouth-watering grub menu that features plenty of yummy finger foods. You can nibble on, subz mawa ki seekh, shiitake & tofu spring roll, oat & thyme crusted sole, raunak e seekh kebab, amritsari jheenga, quesadillas, lemon grass & kaffir lime scented chicken satay, crispy wok vegetables and Kashmiri mirch ka murgh tikka. Opt for their platters if you are part of a large group. It’s not hard to guess, the prices of Mix Lounge and Bar are expensive. Interiors of the lounge are quite elegant. Warm earthy tones are used to create this welcoming posh space. The décor is modern, sophisticated and screams affluence. The only contrast is added by the floral sofa chairs. Book ahead.