Buddy Bar

One of the few places to drink in DEL T2

Gate-side in Terminal T2 at Indira Gandhi International, Buddy Bar fills a very specific gap: a liquor-serving stop in a terminal that’s otherwise pretty dry. It’s past security in the domestic section of T2, and reviews call out that it’s basically the only real bar option here before short-haul flights.

The setup is simple: a counter bar, a few high tables, and limited regular seating, with several reviewers mentioning they had to stand during busy evening bank waves around 18:00–22:00. Don’t expect much more than basic bar snacks; people mention light bites rather than full meals, so eat properly elsewhere in DEL if you want more than chips or small plates.

Pricing lands in the higher bracket for Delhi, matching the listed $$$ tier and online complaints about drink costs versus city bars. Think airport mark-up: bottled beer and standard spirits at noticeably higher prices than you’d pay in central Delhi, even compared to hotel bars. Regulars say they check the menu first to avoid bill shock, then settle on one drink.

Service feedback is mixed for a place with a 3.2 rating: some mention straightforward, quick pours, while others report slow or inattentive service during quieter mid-day lulls around 13:00–15:00. Staff usually take orders at the counter; don’t wait for table service if it’s not obviously happening.

Most regulars treat Buddy Bar as a 20–30 minute stop: one beer, maybe a snack, then they move to the gate area to sit more comfortably. It works best if your boarding time is at least 40 minutes away, especially since T2 can get crowded near common domestic departure gates.

Tip: Walk past first, scan the posted menu and prices, and only grab a stool or spot at a high table if you’re fine with the mark-up and your flight from T2 is already showing “Go to Gate.”