Jaiwal Bar (Papa Please)
Situated at the posh Sadar Bazar, Jaiwal Bar is a small but great place, one of the few modern bars of Agra. The place has an additional soft corner for me as this was the first bar that I had immediately loved when I shifted to Agra; since then, I am a regular here, with even the waiters recognizing me.
Ambience – Handsome! The bar has a trendy decor, with a glazed glass entrance, plastered walls and elegant wooden chairs. On one corner are comfortable sofas for those who wish to relax a little more. They play good music, and there is a television set as well for the ones who want to catch cricket along with their beers.
The only hitch is the very small seating capacity, but I don’t mind that, because overall it gives a very compact and cozy atmosphere.
There is a more down-market version on the first floor, much larger in size and also with an open terrace for those who want to enjoy their drinks under the stars.
Drinks and Snacks - You can get a wide variety of beers from the mild Fosters and Kingfisher to the heavy Haywards and even something called Kingfisher Black (a beer which is actually black in color!). Also, other IMFL and Bacardi are also available.
Snacks are limited but then there all the staple ones that one would need with your drink. They offer a mixture or bhujia complimentary. Masala Peanuts is the hot favorite and tastes wonderful. Egg bhurji is another good option. Chilly chicken can be bad at times, but can be tried.
Value for money- Cent percent! It is the cheapest bar, especially considering its location and ambience. Since alcohol is at is expensive in Uttar Pradesh (as compared to Delhi), I have found having beer at the bar equivalent to having it at home. Hence, why bother to stack up your refrigerator?
Service – Delightfully Friendly! Ok, I am a regular so I always get that extra bit, but even when I wasn’t the service had been fast and impeccable. Often, the owner will chat up with his clientele, imparting it a unique friendly touch.
It is said that some of the best things come small in size, and the dictum is best suited to this bar. I have thoroughly enjoyed visiting the place, because it offers me a very relaxing, affable and laid-back experience just the kind that I need after a hard day’s work. You can often catch me here on the corner seat next to the entrance!
Overall – A decent place to catch up with your buddies and booze!
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Thursday, 29. March 2007 8:00
Haan yeh post to expected tha…..
I mean aap aur bar ka jikra na kare, yeh ho nahin sakta… yeh ho nahin sakta :p
ab Bar-bar hogi hazaar bar hogi
‘hitch’ hitchki aayee 
Thursday, 29. March 2007 9:45
tunnned !!!
Thursday, 29. March 2007 9:54
read ur “chalo ik ‘bar’ phir se” only yesterday..n luved it.hvnt been to this place obviously.well,lemme read it now..
Thursday, 29. March 2007 10:08
Juneli – Ha ha ha ….but obviously yeh post toh aana hi tha …
Mehak – LOL
Taarika – Thanks for reading that. There is one more similar one listed in Related Readings, hope u like that too…
Monday, 2. April 2007 6:58
DJ
Though I am a teetoteller, I enjoyed the post and began to wish to visit a bar!!! LOL
Rgds.
Harshadbhai
Atlanta, USA
Thursday, 17. May 2007 17:31
Go and try Kohinoor Bar in Sanjay Place and of course the cheapest booze in Agra is near the Raja Ki Mandi station. You may also try JK bar at Bhagwan Cinema.