Blackout

Blackout is a rooftop bar and restaurant on the ninth floor of the Landmark Building, home to the Golden Oak Hotel, in C-Scheme. Fodor's lists it among Jaipur's leading bars. Its height gives it wide views across Jaipur, which is a big part of the appeal.

The venue works in two modes. In the afternoon and early evening it serves late lunches and dinner, and the large windows and open rooftop make it a pleasant place for a drink as the lights of the city come on. On several nights a week the tables are cleared for dancing, with DJs or local musicians playing pop, hip-hop and a varied mix of acts. Weekends are the most lively, and weekdays are calmer.

The drinks list covers cocktails and bottled beer, with snacks as well as fuller meals to go with them. Most people come for the view and the music, so treat dinner here as part of a night out rather than the main event.

Blackout suits groups of friends, younger travellers and anyone who wants to see how Jaipur goes out at night. It is more of a party venue than a quiet cocktail bar, so if you prefer conversation, go earlier in the evening or on a weeknight. Check ahead for the night's programme and any entry policies, as these can vary on club nights. Dress smart casual. As with any late night out, arrange a taxi or app-based cab for the return journey.

The rooftop is particularly appealing around sunset, when you can watch the city lights come on. Arriving early also gives you a better chance of a table by the windows before the dance nights get going. If dancing is your aim, ask which nights have DJs before you go.

The Landmark Building in C-Scheme is a short ride from MI Road and the old city. It combines easily with dinner at one of the nearby C-Scheme restaurants or cafés, or with an evening film at Raj Mandir Cinema. Nouba and Curious Life Coffee Roasters are also in C-Scheme, so the area makes a convenient base for an evening out in the newer part of the city.