The 65-year-old Bengaluru neighbourhood brewer opens a 15,000 sq ft taproom in the city’s Marathalli district
Chin Lung Brewery has unveiled its largest venue yet in Bengaluru’s rapidly evolving Marathalli district, signalling a new chapter for the 65-year-old brewer that began life in 1960 as the city’s inaugural neighbourhood bar. Spanning a colossal 15,000 sq ft and accommodating up to 650 guests, this outlet marks a significant milestone in the brewery’s journey from local community pub to a major craft-brewing destination.
Designed by local architectural firm Studio Camarada, the expansive venue marries design elegance with functionality. Multiple seating zones, including relaxed dining areas, premium lounges, and an outdoor beer garden, cater to diverse social experiences. A standout feature is the glass-enclosed brewing section which invites patrons to observe temperature-controlled brewing systems in action, forging a tangible connection with the brewing process
At the venue, customers can savour house-brewed craft beers, ranging from hop-forward IPAs and smooth wheat beers to fruit-infused blends and rotating seasonal specialties. Paired with the brews is a refined Asian-inspired menu, highlighted by the popular ‘Roti pe Bhoti’, which features marinated tender mutton served on top of soft roti, alongside new culinary creations tailored to complement the beer selection. The bar also offers craft cocktails, gin-and-tonic variations, and premium spirits.
Marathalli district is a busy, commercial and residential corridor of East Bengaluru, and the new outlet is ideally positioned to serve the influx of IT professionals and residents to the area.
The new outlet adds to Chin Lung’s existing network of locations across other popular neighbourhoods such as Indiranagar, Residency Road, New Bel Road, Koramangala, and Gandhinagar.
“For over six decades, Chin Lung has been more than just a bar… the Marathalli outlet is our love letter to this incredible city and its people. We’re not just serving beer; we’re creating memories,” says Prajwal Lokesh, the brewery’s founder.
This expansion reflects the growing popularity of India’s craft beer scene, especially in metro cities such as Bengaluru, which now boasts more than 60 microbreweries amid a growing demand for boutique beer experiences.
