The Reservoire Indiranagar (Bengaluru)

If you have ever wanted to take your dog out for a genuinely good cocktail in Bengaluru, The Reservoire in Indiranagar is one of the very few places in the city where that is not just tolerated - it is welcomed. Occupying the 3rd and 4th floors of a building on 12th Main Road in HAL 2nd Stage, this is a pet friendly bar that explicitly describes itself as a green space, and the property confirms there are no pet entry charges whatsoever. With over 200 cocktails on the menu and accolades from Tales of the Cocktail USA placing it in the Top 10 Best Restaurant Bars in Asia Pacific (2019 and 2022), this is not a novelty dog-friendly spot - it is a serious bar that happens to welcome your dog.

The Setting

The Reservoire sits on the 3rd and 4th floors of a commercial building in one of Bengaluru's most active neighbourhoods - Indiranagar's 12th Main Road, a stretch well known for its restaurant and bar density. The bar was founded in 2017 by Samarth Shetty, Prathik Shetty, and Srikar Dhondapati with a stated goal of bringing Manhattan-style cocktail culture to India. The interiors take obvious cues from New York bar design, and the property positions itself as a green space - an unusual pairing with a cocktail bar, but one that gives the venue a slightly more relaxed, outdoor-adjacent feel that works well for dog parents. Reviewers note that the ambience is well suited to group evenings, and the DJ on weekends adds to the energy. bringing your dog to a genuinely awarded bar in the middle of the city is an experience that is still rare in India, and The Reservoire makes it feel normal.

The Cocktail Menu - Why It Matters for a Dog Night Out

The Reservoire claims the title of India's largest cocktail bar by menu size, with over 200 varieties across the drinks list. The bar has won the WOAP Restaurant of the Year 2019 Gold award and the Popular Choice Award, and was ranked in the Top 10 Best Restaurant Bars in Asia Pacific by Tales of the Cocktail USA in both 2019 and 2022 - a US-based authority in the global cocktail industry. The food menu is equally serious: Chef Marco Pierre White has been quoted calling their Nariyal Dum Ka Murgh "the epitome of Indian cuisine I have ever tasted." For pet parents, all of this matters because it means an evening here with your dog is not a compromise - the food and drinks justify the trip on their own merits, and the pet-friendliness is a genuine bonus on top.

What to Know Before You Visit With Your Dog

The Reservoire has confirmed no pet charges and no entry fee for dogs, which puts it ahead of many Bengaluru venues that either charge a pet fee or simply don't address the question. The bar is on the 3rd and 4th floors, so consider whether your dog handles elevator or stair access comfortably before planning a visit. Google reviewers flag that weekend evenings can get very busy - one reviewer notes that even with a reservation, expect to wait at least 30 minutes for a table on weekends. The DJ is a fixture on those nights, so if your dog is noise-sensitive, a weekday visit would be a far calmer experience. It is worth calling ahead (091485 27999) to confirm the current pet seating area, as high-footfall bars can have specific zones where dogs are more comfortable. No breed or size restrictions have been communicated, but confirming this when you book is always good practice.

What We Haven't Confirmed Yet

The following details were not available at the time of this listing and are worth verifying directly with the property before your visit: whether dogs are permitted on both the 3rd and 4th floors or only one level; whether outdoor or terrace seating is available (which would be the most comfortable for dogs); whether water bowls are provided for dogs; and exact timing restrictions if any apply to pet entry. Call the property directly or check their Instagram for the most current pet access information.