When the clock strikes October’s end, the air thickens with candle smoke, laughter, and the faint whisper of something sinister. Across India, restaurants, bars, and hotels are trading elegance for eerie, and cocktails for cauldrons, summoning ghosts of glamour and gourmands alike. This Halloween, the country’s most thrilling dining destinations are casting their spells with macabre menus, otherworldly performances, and parties that toe the line between fantasy and fright. So pick your poison, don your disguise, and prepare to surrender to the dark. After all, the night doesn’t end when the lights go out; that’s when it truly begins. Here’s your guide to the most spine-tingling celebrations coming your way.
Bengaluru
1. Mirth X OPIUM Bangkok Bar Takeover
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Bangalore’s Halloween weekend is set to ignite with a taste of Bangkok’s nightlife. On October 31, Mirth in Indiranagar will play host to a rare bar takeover by OPIUM, the celebrated Bangkok haunt known for its daring mixology and after-dark allure. For one night only, guests can immerse themselves in the spirit of Thailand’s cocktail culture as Julie, the Flor de Caña Global Champion 2023-2024, and Jez, a veteran of Singapore’s most acclaimed bars, bring their craft to the city. Expect a menu of inventive signatures, from the Smoked Kimono to the Flor Spresso Martini, each infused with storytelling, precision, and the unmistakable pulse of Bangkok’s bar scene.
Where: Mirth, Indiranagar, Bengaluru
When: Friday, October 31, 7 pm onwards
2. Spook-tacular Halloween Brunch, The Hebbal Café at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal
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Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal is set to turn The Hebbal Café into a playful haunt this Halloween with its Spook-tacular Halloween Brunch. Guests can look forward to a festive afternoon filled with themed décor, candy treats, and engaging activities for all ages. The menu promises a creative line-up of Halloween specials, including Ghost Blood Muffins, Devilled Eggs, Mummy Hot Dogs, Pumpkin Cheese Balls, Roast Pork, and Witch Fingers.
When: October 31 | 12:30-3:30 pm
Price: ₹2299++ per person | ₹1099++ per child
3. Machan After Dark, Taj West End Bengaluru
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Machan at Taj West End Bengaluru transforms into a haunted gourmet playground with its Machan After Dark buffet. The city’s most beloved restaurant takes on a spine-chilling twist with dishes like The Haunted Deep-Sea Catch, whole roasted snapper with pumpkin butter sauce, The Wicked Hog Roast, Green Goblin Tikka, and Graveyard Flames Grill. End the feast on a sweet note with the Pumpkin Patch Cheesecake and Blood Orange Brûlée. It’s a night where fine dining meets festive fright, in true Taj style.
When: October 31, 2025
Price: ₹3,400++ (Non-Alcoholic) | ₹4,800++ (Alcoholic)
4. Café 77 East, Taj Bangalore
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Café 77 East at Taj Bangalore invites guests to an evening of eerie elegance and indulgent feasting with its Spooktacular Halloween Dinner. Expect a spread brimming with themed creations such as Witch’s Brew Soup, Bloody Beetroot Risotto, Monster Burgers, Pumpkin Spice Pasta, and Graveyard Chicken Wings. The dessert station turns delightfully dark with Spider Web Petit Gateaux and Ghost Mousse. Perfect for families and food lovers alike, this is a Halloween celebration where every dish tells a deliciously spooky story.
When: October 31, 2025 | 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Price: ₹2,750++ per person
Mumbai
1. Sins & Spirits, The Hedonist & The Merchants, Fairmont Mumbai
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Fairmont Mumbai presents Sins & Spirits, an immersive evening of indulgence and drama at The Hedonist and The Merchants. Guests can sip their way through The Seven Deadly Sips, a cocktail menu inspired by the seven deadly sins, featuring creations like the Crimson Kiss, Inferno, and Velvet Sin. At The Merchants, a theatrical feast awaits with themed dishes such as Chaat of the Living Dead, The Guillotine Grill, and Kyoto Ramen Bar. With haunting décor, live performances, and interactive experiences, Sins & Spirits transforms Fairmont Mumbai into a decadent playground of temptation and celebration.
When: Friday, October 31 | 8 pm to 1:30 am
Price: Food – ₹3000 (fully redeemable) | Beverages – À la carte | Special cocktail rate – ₹1500 all-inclusive
Reservations: +91 80975 55901
2. Halloween Dinner, Lotus Café, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu
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JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu invites guests to a night of festive fantasy and culinary theatre with its Spooktacular Halloween Dinner at Lotus Café. Guests can savour a lavish spread of Indian and global favourites reimagined with a Halloween twist, from Mummy Dogs and Spiderweb Dip to Stuffed Jack-o’-Lantern Peppers and Spooky Shepherd’s Pie. With live stations, themed cocktails, and decadent desserts, it’s an evening where spooky meets spectacular in true Marriott style.
When: Friday, October 31, 7 pm to 11 pm
Price: ₹3,300++
3. Halloween Takeover At HyLo & The Dimsum Room
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Kala Ghoda’s most buzzing address transforms into a two-storey spectacle as HyLo and The Dimsum Room join forces for Mumbai’s biggest Halloween bash. On October 31, the building comes alive with two distinct worlds, Bollywood and Commercial beats at HyLo, and dark, hypnotic House and Tech at The Dimsum Room. The lineup features Zehan, Rajiv, Also Known As (A.K.A), 7Seas, Droovy, and Kobra, ensuring non-stop energy through the night. HyLo’s Haunted Collection of cocktails, including Witch’s Orchard and Bloody Bawa, sets the mood for a night of costumes, chaos, and unforgettable revelry.
Where: HyLo & The Dimsum Room, Building 30, K Dubash Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai
When: Friday, October 31 | 10 pm onwards
4. Alice In HorrorLand, Monkey Bar
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The rabbit hole leads to Monkey Bar Bandra, where whimsy takes a wicked turn with Alice in HorrorLand, a night of surreal revelry and spine-chilling fun. On October 31, the bar transforms into a dark, twisted Wonderland complete with eerie characters, moody décor, and electrifying Hip Hop and R&B sets by DJ SA. Guests are invited to don haunting versions of their favourite Wonderland personas, from the Mad Hatter to the Red Queen. The themed menu delights with creepy cocktails like The Queen of Hearts and Alice in HorrorLand, and bites that dare you to indulge.
Where: Monkey Bar, Bandra West, Mumbai
When: Friday, October 31 | 9 pm onwards
Reservations: 077100 83222
5. PCO x Maikada Halloween Residency
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Mystery and mixology intertwine as PCO returns for a special residency at Maikada, in collaboration with Maya Pistola Agavepura. On October 31, the bar transforms into a moody, dimly lit den that feels equal parts speakeasy and crime scene. Guests step into a world of intrigue, where every clue and cocktail unravels a story in this immersive murder mystery experience. Sip on exclusive drinks from PCO’s Ode to Textile menu as you follow hints, uncover secrets, and let the night blur the line between theatre and thrill, one impeccably crafted drink at a time.
Where: Maikada, The Shalimar Hotel, Kemps Corner, Mumbai
When: Thursday, October 31 | 10 pm onwards
Reservations: +91 99301 41194
Chennai
1. Haunted Harvest, Anise, Taj Coromandel
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Anise at Taj Coromandel conjures up an evening of eerie indulgence with Haunted Harvest – Halloween Night. The restaurant transforms into a spine-chilling spectacle of pumpkins, skeletons, and flickering lights, setting the tone for a feast that blends theatrics with fine dining. The menu brims with sinisterly named creations, Toxic Sludge in Green Slime (broccoli and zucchini soup with squid), Axed Fingers (sweet potato and mint seekh kebab), and Blood Pool Dumplings (chicken meatballs in tangy tomato sauce).
Where: Anise, Taj Coromandel, Chennai
When: October 31st
Price: ₹3250 all-inclusive
New Delhi
1. ParaDisco: The Halloween Edition, Monkey Bar
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Monkey Bar’s cult-favourite ParaDisco returns with a wicked new twist, transforming the space into a neon-drenched realm of yōkai, oni, and disco demons. Inspired by DJ Nida’s travels through Japan, this edition merges supernatural folklore with euphoric beats. The night features electrifying sets by DJ Nida, Hamza Rahimtula, and Farhan Rehman, alongside immersive performances by Hash Brownie, Whacker Cracker, and Moftaressa. Sip on themed cocktails like Tokyo Spell and Bloody Bath, and bite into wicked treats such as Crimson Queen Kulcha and Bacon Demon Wraps. Dress to dazzle, think glitter, demons, and disco balls.
Where: Monkey Bar, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
When: October 31 | From 8 pm onwards
Price: ₹2000+ for two
2. Phantom Masquerade, Dramique
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Where: The Grand, PLOT NO-2, Nelson Mandela Marg, Ambience Island, Vasant Kunj II, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, Delhi, 110070
When: October 31 & November 1, 2025 | From 9:30 pm onwards
3. ITC Maurya
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ITC Maurya transforms into a haunt of haute cuisine this Halloween with themed menus at Ottimo and The Pavilion. Expect elegantly eerie dishes like Witch Fingers with Bloody Marinara, Black Garlic Arancini, and Bloody Lamb Ragu Pasta, alongside Pumpkin & Sage Risotto and Black Pasta with Crab & Chilli Butter. The Pavilion extends the thrill with Witch’s Hair Pasta, Bat’s Favourite Risotto, and a dramatic Zombie Roast Lamb Leg. Sweet endings include Graveyard Chocolate Mousse and Red Velvet Brain Cupcakes. A celebration where fine dining meets festive fright, this Halloween dinner promises indulgence with a playful twist.
Where: ITC Maurya, New Delhi
When: 31st October 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Contact: 011 2611 2233
Hyderabad
1. Spooktacular Halloween Dinner, Sheraton Hyderabad
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Step into a world of glowing pumpkins, cobwebbed corners, and culinary magic as the restaurant transforms into a Halloween haven with Spooktacular Halloween Dinner Buffet at Feast on October 31. The buffet features a hauntingly creative spread, from Bat Wing Chicken BBQ and Zombie Meatloaf to Pumpkin Mac and Cheese and Jack-o’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers. The dessert counter offers wickedly sweet delights like Spiderweb Brownies, Bloody Red Velvet Cake, and Coffin Chocolate Berry Mousse. Guests are encouraged to don their best costumes and enjoy a night of festive flavour and spooky fun.
Where: Feast, Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel
When: October 31, 2025 | 7-11 PM
Price: ₹2,800 (All Inclusive)
Reservations: +91 73373 58581
Pan-India
1. Watson’s, The Neighbourhood Bar
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Watson’s invites guests to revel in spooky surprises with its Halloween Special Menu, available till October 31 across outlets in Bangalore, Chennai, and Kochi. The neighbourhood favourite transforms with eerie décor and a playfully haunting ambience, setting the mood for creepy cocktails, smoky brews, and darkly delicious bites. Standouts include the Halloween Mummy Bacon Wrap Chicken & Pumpkin, juicy chicken wrapped in crisp bacon, and the Fungi Delight Pizza. Pair them with themed cocktails like Blood Moon and Vampire Kiss for a wickedly good time.
Where: Watson’s Indiranagar (Bengaluru), Watson’s T-Nagar (Chennai), Watson’s Kochi
When: October 27–31
Price: Cocktails from ₹410+ | Food from ₹210+
2. Dave & Buster’s Halloween DJ Night
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Dave & Buster’s brings its signature blend of food, fun, and frenzy to Bengaluru and Mumbai with an electrifying Halloween DJ Night on October 31. The iconic American entertainment destination transforms into a den of beats and chills, complete with ghostly décor, Bollywood music, and cocktails that tempt as much as they thrill. Sip on themed concoctions like the Bloody Cosmo, vodka and cranberry with a sinister twist, Devil’s Horn, a tequila and chilli blend with a fiery kick, and Satan’s Sour, a smoky mix of whiskey, citrus, and activated charcoal.
Where: Dave & Buster’s, Bengaluru and Mumbai
When: 31st October 2025 | From 8 pm onwards
Price: ₹599 (Early Bird) | ₹799 (Regular) | ₹999 (FOMO), ₹500 redeemable on F&B
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