Zara – The Tapas Pub @ Cathedral Road

This Spanish bar, is the only place in Chennai that serves Tapas (a variety of Spanish short eats… and quite a variety it was!). The ambiance is typically Spanish, which reflects on everything from the flooring, to walls and the furniture. The music definitely picks up after 9 pm; they play a mix of music catering to the tastes of the diverse cultural mix of the people who come there.

The cocktails menu certainly isn’t very imaginative, with the usual cosmopolitans, pinacoladas, the martinis and the like. However, if you are in luck, you can order your favorite drink, and have it served for you on request! The shooters are well priced at Rs.125. I strongly recommend the pepper vodka shooter with tomato juice

Of the short eats, favorites are a taco called Croquettas De Esinacas (Spinach Roll) and the baked corn and spinach salad- all served in stylish square plates. They also have a wholesome lunch menu too and I’ve heard from many that the cheese quesadilla here is to die for!

There is no entry charge. However, Lads, please remember to put on your shoes, as they are compulsory for entry and the ladies, do dab on that extra bit of lip gloss, and get geared to have a good time