Adhere Blues Bar is a small, narrow establishment on Samsen Road just over the Norarat Sathan Bridge, which is easily reached from Khao San Road. The bar is decorated with photos, album covers and musical instruments. Here, all the blues-lovers are in for a treat as you listen to all the famous blues. Drinks are affordable and mostly Thai food is served. Live music usually starts around 9p and includes a mix of local talent with occasional visiting artists engaging in sporadic jam sessions with travelers.
With dazzling lights, mega-decibel sound system and a swank decor, Route66 is one of the hottest nightlife spots in Bangkok. The club has a lively decor with mood lighting, lavish VIP rooms and a perpetually full dance floor. There's an eclectic choice of music on offer, and the club hosts some of the best DJs in town. Drinks are reasonably priced if bought by the bottle, and the bar offers a diverse choice of drinks. With good international music and a peppy crowd, Route66 is sure to lift your spirits.
Saxophone Pub is one of Bangkok's most popular live music venues since September 1987 and is particularly busy on weekends. If not for the Buddhas and Thai flags, you could be in the heart of Cajun country. Much time and effort has gone into recreating a New Orleans style blues bar with pictures and memorabilia of famous jazz performers like Louis Armstrong. Saxophone is best known for jazz but also puts on a range of rock, blues, pop, soul and reggae performances. The top quality Thai and western food is served speedily by friendly staff, and the bar is famous for its selections of whiskey.
Brown Sugar is the destination all jazz music lovers head to, and is also one of the most popular jazz venues in the city. This cozy place with a laid-back ambiance is a favorite of expats who love to hang around here to savor local dishes while downing a couple of drinks. Don't be misled by the small size of this place. Many international favorites have performed here in the past and the trend continues to the present day. Apart from the resident bands, guest bands are also welcomed and applauded at Brown Sugar. Visit this music madhouse and be a part of a fun-filled evening at Brown Sugar.
One of the most happening places in Bangkok's nightlife, Narz gives clubbers three enormous rooms, each playing either Hip-Hop, House, or Trance music. Open till late, the club usually sees a young Thai crowd and foreign guests who come to experience the vibrant nightlife of the city. Known primarily for its impressive roster of international DJs, Narz is most popular for its Trance music collection. The club ambiance doesn't disappoint with its urban chic decor, throbbing with colorful techno lights and a colossal dance floor.
Set in a rustic space, with wooden floors and comfy wooden chairs, Le Isaan is an elegant restaurant serving up delicious Asian-fusion and Thai delicacies. Frequented and loved by the locals, the restaurant has a laid-back ambience and a lovely outdoor patio, that’ll instantly make you forget all your worries. Dig into quality dishes like the Grilled Rack of Lamb, Deep Fried Dory Fish, Stir Fried Mixed Mushroom served with oyster sauce and Le Isaan Beef Salad served with Thai dressing. The savory meals can be complemented with a drink from their extensive menu that comprises of a lot of wines. The restaurant is also the place to be if you want to run into a Thai celeb. The walls of the restaurant are plastered with celebrities who have graced the restaurant with their presence. Open everyday from 6:30a to 10p, Le Isaan is where you should be headed for an early morning breakfast fix or an evening celebration with friends or family.
Who doesn't enjoy trying the drinks from one of Asia's best bars? The Four Seasons at Chao Phraya River's BKK Social Club is where you and your loved ones are welcome to enjoy the best cigars, artisanal spirits, and premium cocktails. The establishment oozes splendour and refinement from every angle, and semi-outdoor courtyards offer a place to relax and smoke a cigar. The drinks menu includes a sizable selection of American whiskies, amaros, vermouths, and bitters in addition to a special section for bottled cocktails.
This nightclub for the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit focuses on "eat, play and dance" for a lively night out. Hit up the bar, featuring a vast range of drinks including signature Bar Su cocktails and international fusion cuisine such as tapas, kebabs, tempura, seared fish and oysters. The DJ mixes easy-listening sounds like soul, funk, and light rock from the 70s and 80s. There is a small dance floor, bar seating, tables for two, or cozy alcoves in the windows that exude a comfortable, pleasant atmosphere: though a bit pricey by Bangkok standards. Special themed evenings each week!
The Wine Pub is inside the Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel. A trendy, upmarket bar and restaurant, it aims at the stylish, night crowd with its sleek dark looks and DJ spinning music. A huge wine cabinet dominates the main area, and wine is the specialty. A show kitchen prepares salads, tapas and mezze, but there is a more extensive menu on offer. The various promotions during the week and special offers on the blackboards are an excellent value, and usually include a bottle or a glass of wine. Other drinks are also available. Reservations are recommended on weekends.
In search of some good old Irish craic and a pint of rich Irish stout? Then look no further. Inside the two levels of O'Reillys Irish Pub are several bars, with comfortable and intimate booths, plus table seating-all done in the usual Irish theme of wood, wood, and more wood, backed up by all the pre-requisite pub paraphernalia. There is live music on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays to keep patrons entertained. An extensive menu includes set lunches, snacks and the usual Western pub fare. The selection of alcoholic drinks is generous, with Guinness (of course), Kilkenny's and a wide variety of whiskeys available.
Chequers Bar & Grill is a perfect watering-hole in Bangkok where all ex-pats love to hang-out. The owner, an Englishman has re-created an English pub right here in Thailand. Friendly patrons and lively atmosphere gives a warm welcome to an outsider, and ensure that you perfectly blend in with the crowd. Mexican, English and local cuisines served here delight one and all. You can try the El Nachos Grande, Bangers 'N' Mash or simply attack the Roasted Pork. Chequers also has an amazing variety of drinks and concoctions to pick-up from. While gorging on tasty food you can catch the current tournaments on the large television screen put up. With each passing year, Chequers Bar & Grill lives up to its reputation of serving good food, and drinks in an amiable ambiance. Call for opening hours and additional information.