Top Restaurants in Maharashtra for Craft Beers that are Authentic

Best restaurants in Maharashtra for craft beer isn’t just a question about taps and pints. They are about where the food, the glass and the vibe all click at the same time. With India’s craft beer market already around USD 5.8 billion in 2025 and projected to grow at over 23 percent a year, more drinkers are actively choosing places for their beer program, not just their food.

This guide focuses on restaurants and bars across Maharashtra where you can sit down, order real food and find authentic craft beers from Drifters pouring in the glass.

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How we picked these craft beer restaurants

For this list of top craft beer restaurants in Maharashtra, the focus is simple:

• Places that serve authentic craft beer, not just generic lagers
  
• Strong food programs so you can actually dine, not just nibble
  
• A mix of classic bars, cafes and modern beer gardens
  
• Confirmed craft-led spots in Pune and partner outlets in Mumbai where Drifters styles like Mexican Crisp, Belgian White, Basmati Blonde and Draught Lager feature prominently
  

Think of this as a starting map if you want good beer and good food without guessing.

Best craft beer restaurants in Mumbai

1. Bull Dog’s Café, Andheri West

Area: DN Nagar, Andheri West
Drifters on the menu: Draught Lager, Mexican Crisp, Belgian White

Bull Dog’s Café is your neighbourhood kind of place that still takes its beer seriously. The Draught Lager is your everyday easy choice, while Mexican Crisp adds a touch of corn sweetness and light fruit for relaxed sessions. Belgian White steps in when you want something softer and citrusy with food.

It is a great pick if you want one spot where different people at the table can all find “their” beer without overthinking it.

2. Kala Ghoda Café, Fort

Area: Kala Ghoda, Ropewalk Lane
Drifters on the menu: Basmati Blonde

Set in Mumbai’s art district, Kala Ghoda Café pairs all-day food and coffee culture with a very considered glass of beer. Basmati Blonde, brewed with Basmati rice and Czech malts, fits the space perfectly. Clean, fragrant and smooth, it works with small plates, sandwiches and early evening catchups.

If you want a place that feels more like a European café than a bar, with a genuinely good pint, this one is an easy recommendation.

3. Lord of the Drinks, Powai

Area: Delphi, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai
Drifters on the menu: Mexican Crisp, Basmati Blonde, Belgian White

This franchise outpost brings big energy, big food and a big bar program. Drifters’ Mexican Crisp and Basmati Blonde anchor the lager side, while Belgian White gives you that Belgian-style wheat option for lighter meals and brunch-style plates.

It is a solid choice for groups where some want cocktails, some want beer and everyone wants a place that feels like “a night out” from the first round.

4. Olive Bistro, Goregaon East

Area: Oberoi Mall
Drifters on the menu: Basmati Blonde, Belgian White

Olive Bistro leans Mediterranean in both food and atmosphere, which works extremely well with Drifters’ more elegant beers. Basmati Blonde pairs nicely with pizzas, flatbreads and grills, while Belgian White adds citrus and spice to salads and lighter dishes.

If you are trying to convince a wine-first friend to give craft beer a real chance with food, this is a gentle way to do it.

5. Agent Jack’s, MaladWest

Area: Evershine Mall, Malad Link Road
Drifters on the menu: Draught Lager, Mexican Crisp, Belgian White

Agent Jack’s is all about fun, offers and big crowds, but that does not mean the beer is an afterthought. The Drifters line-up here lets you move from crisp Draught Lager to flavourful Mexican Crisp and then to Belgian White as the evening evolves.

Come here for match screenings, group nights and easy plates that can handle multiple rounds.

6. Yuhi Lounge, Powai

Area: Supreme Business Park, Hiranandani Gardens
Drifters on the menu: Basmati Blonde, Drifters 8.0, West Coast IPA, Belgian White, Hefeweizen

Yuhi Lounge is one of the more serious craft-forward spots in the Drifters network. With both lighter styles and bigger beers like Drifters 8.0 and a West Coast IPA on tap, it is where you go when the table has a few beer geeks who want to explore beyond just “light or strong”.

You can keep it simple with Belgian White and Hefeweizen alongside food, or lean into hop-forward West Coast IPA to match bolder dishes.

7. Sip & Stories, Andheri West

Area: Andheri Link Road, near Citi Mall
Drifters on the menu: All four core styles in pints

As the name suggests, this is a place built for lingering. With Draught Lager, Mexican Crisp, Belgian White and Basmati Blonde all available, you can turn one visit into a mini tasting of Drifters styles while working through their food menu.

If you want to introduce someone to the Drifters range in a single sitting, Sip & Stories is one of the easiest ways to do it.

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Craft beer restaurants in Pune you should not miss

Pune has quietly turned into one of India’s most interesting beer cities, with gardens, terraces and taprooms pouring serious lineups. Places like Gulp, Hippie at Heart and Chug are central to that story, each with its own style.

8. Gulp Beer Garden, FC Road

Area: Ashish Plaza Backyard, Fergusson College Road, Shivajinagar

Gulp is a dedicated beer garden built around fresh pours, open-air seating and a lively FC Road crowd. Listings and social posts highlight it as a taproom-style space with multiple craft options under one roof.

Think beer first, everything else second. It is perfect for long evenings, mixed groups and people who actually enjoy talking about what is in their glass.

9. Hippie at Heart(outlets across Pune)

Hippie at Heart is all about warm lights, music-led vibes and an easy-drinking mix of cocktails and craft beers. Good finger food, pizzas and bar bites make it a very natural place to pair Drifters styles with shared plates.

If your definition of a “top craft beer restaurant in Maharashtra” includes mood as much as menu, this one ticks all the boxes.

10. Chug Biergarten, Baner

Area: Atria Mall, Baner

Chug positions itself as a true playground for beer lovers, with over 20 craft beers on tap from more than 10 breweries, all under one roof in Baner. It is loud, social and unapologetically beer-centric.

Come here when you want to explore multiple taps, try different Drifters pours alongside other local breweries and build your own mini beer festival without leaving the city.

Why these restaurants matter for Maharashtra’s craft beer scene

Places like these are not just “where to drink”. They are where Maharashtra’s craft beer culture actually lives:

• They give first-time drinkers safe, tasty entry points like Belgian White and Basmati Blonde
  
• They give enthusiasts places to compare styles, explore IPAs and talk to staff about what is on tap
  
• They make it normal to choose a restaurant because of its beer program, not just its food
  

All of this feeds into a larger shift. India’s beer market is steadily premiumising, with consumers trading up to better quality brews and microbreweries expanding across major cities.

For Drifters, these restaurants and bars are the places where all the brewhouse work finally meets the table.

Ready to taste the story for yourself? Grab your Drifters beers here.