Bangkok, Thailand is a city filled with unique cultures, traditions and art. All of the factors that make up the beauty of Bangkok attracts tourists and expats from all over the World to come explore this city of Angels. Apart of the local delicious food and the beautiful landmarks, Bangkok Nightlife offers yet another distinctive experience. Bangkok Nightlife is one of the factors that keeps bringing tourists back again and again. The nightlife here in Bangkok has everything to offer ranging from luxurious cocktails bars, beer bars, lounges which all of these are the heavens for the party goers. So stick around as we list out the top 15 places to go after sundown!
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Q Club is the club that made it to number one on our list of Bangkok Nightlife- 15 Best places to visit after sundown. This is the place where you can come enjoy alone or with a group of friends The Venue is quite spacious so various seating sections are offered according to the preference of the needs of the customers. A massive TV screen can also be seen inside the bar to please the sport fans so you will never miss the important matches of football, golf, rugby and American football. The highlight of this club would be the food and drinks. A variety of food and drinks are available. Once stepping inside Q Club, it will be very hard to leave.
Alonetogether Bangkok is located in the heart of Sukhumvit and is one of the most talked about bars of Bangkok Nightlife the moment. this speakeasy bar was inspired by an American jazz bar back in 1990s. The dark interior and the dimmed lights will take you away from the busy city of Bangkok and bring you to a new World. Wonderful Jazz bands are played at this bar most days of the week. Let's not forget to mention that the cocktails here are made with the top-notch ingredients which makes most of the signature cocktails here are the must tries when you are planning you night out in Bangkok.
Smalls is a small three-story bar located in the neighborhood of Sathorn. The bar gives off a mixture of Thai, French and Japanese vibes. The popular section of this bar is the balcony and the open-air deck on the second floor and the third floor. This is the best place to come relax after a long day of work or if you just want to explore the bangkok nightlife for singles. Smalls has an expanded list of signature and classic cocktails. However a reservation is recommended on the weekends to ensure the perfect spot in this chic bar.
Beer Belly, a fun and lively beer bar located in 72 courtyard in Thonglor. They are famous for a wide variety of beers from all around the World with about 20 taps that serves the customers with any type of beer you could think of. Beer is not the only thing on the menu, "Pad Kra Pao" basil pork fried rice is one of the most popular dishes to order at Beer Belly. If you are too full, Beer Belly also provides pool tables, ping pong tables and board games for your extra enjoyment. Live band can be enjoyed every Friday to Sunday nights. Customers can choose to sit either indoors or outdoors depending on the preference. Outdoor tables often fill up very quickly so be there early since table reservations can only be held up until 7pm.
Brewski is another beer bar that made it to the list o f the must try bars in Bangkok Nightlife. This well known beer bar is located on rooftop of the Radisson Blu hotel in Sukhumvit. An extensive selection of beer along with a full bar and a panoramic view of the Bangkok skyline is the highlight of this bar. The food menu here is also as incredible as the drinks menu. Brewski offers both Thai and Western food but the must-order from the menu is the Brewski Hot Dog and Sai Krok E-Sarn which is the Eastern Thai pork sausage served with ginger and fresh chili.
Crimson Room, the speakeasy of Soi Langsuan community is a fancy jazz bar in a Great Gatsy inspired theme. It brings us back to the post World War II period when jazz culture was at its peak. Upon the entrance of this jazz bar, you came across a stadium-like seatings and will be guided down towards the center stage where live jazz bands perform everyday. It is decorated with red, black with a splash of gold to bring out the luxurious vibe. Bangkok Nightlife cannot be fulfilled without ordering the Crimson Room's signature cocktails which are perfected with impeccable techniques and exquisite ingredients. So throw on our Great Gatsby costume and head down to Crimson Room.
Mod Kaew Wine Bar translates to "Bottoms up" wine bar. This is the first wine bar on this list and it is here for a reason. This bar opened right in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic, locating in Soi Nai Lert. But the pandemic could not contain the excitement that the Bangkokians had for this wine bar since it was packed as soon as the Bangkok Nightlife restrictions had been lifted. Due to its relaxing atmosphere plus a great selection of natural wine, people from all around Bangkok flocked into the bar. Mod Kaew Wine Bar offers local wines and some hard-to-find wines from all over the World.
Vesper made its appearance in Silom in 2014 and it has been the talk of the town cocktail bar and a must visit bar since then. Silom area is famous for its chic and vibrant bars for the office workers and Vesper has always been the top choice for most Bangkokians. It is no surprise that Vesper had won so many awards and recognitions worldwide due to the talented bartenders as well as the well crafted drinks. The menus run from cocktails to digestives and they also offer a variety of wines.
Honest Mistake Bar is a speakeasy bar in Phayathai area, another popular area to enjoy the Bangkok Nightlife scene. The bar is decorated in a Chinese pawn shop inspired theme. The bar is in a 4-story building where the first floor is a accessorized to resemble a pawnshop and the third floor is the main bar with Majong tables which guests can enjoy a game or two. The fourth floor is the outdoor area with a hidden secret room for customers who want to feel like an up-to-no-good VIPs. Most of the drinks in this bar contains Chinese herbs as the main ingredient which makes the cocktails very unique to the taste.
The Loft is one of the most luxurious bars in Bangkok as it sits on the 56th floor of the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok. Locating in the middle of the Ratchaprasong district, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of Bangkok from this bar. the loft is decorated in rose gold accents with a hard-to-miss chandeliers in the center of the room. This New York inspired bar offers a World class signature cocktails as well as the classic cocktails. To enjoy the most sophisticated Bangkok Nightlife at this bar, a reservation is highly recommended.
Chongjaroen Groove is a super lively love music venue located in outdoor section of Central World shopping mall. Famouse Thai pop bands and singers are often spotted playing at Chongjaroen Groove and this attracts young and energetic crowds. This bar has quite a few branches all over Bangkok and all branches are often packed during the weekends due to their popularities. Chongjaroen Groove offers many types of food (Thai and Western) as well as drinks which includes everything from coffee, tea, soft drinks, beers and vodkas.
Hemingway's Bangkok is a renowned bar and restaurant amongst both Thais and expats in Bangkok which has been relocated to Soi Sukhumvit 11. Its vintage design building which resembles an ancient house is very easy to notice since it is in the middle of Bangkok Nightlife party street. This two story venue has a big wooden bar on the first floor and more seatings on the second floor. The bar offers international cuisine including American, Mexican and Mediterranean food. The drinks menu is also the bomb! With 12 taps of draft beer and a wide selection of vodkas, whiskeys, rums, and wines to choose from.
Havana Social is another trendy bar in the heart of Soi Sukhumvit 11. This used-to-be a secret bar is now the talk of the town for the Bangkokians. It is decorated in a Colonial-Cuban theme which attracts many well-dressed locals and expats. Havana Social also offers some fancy cigars to those cigar lovers as well as some fun salsa lessons on some nights (Please contact the venue in regards to the salsa lessons). This bar is a must visit for those that want to fully enjoy the Bangkok Nightlife. We can promise that you will not be disappointed.
ONYX is the place to go if you are an EDM fan. ONYX is located in RCA, the old school party area for most Bangkok party people. This club can hold up to 2,500 party goers and with the continuous blasting of EDM music, laser shows and confetti drops, this place is the place to let yourself go and make most of out of your Bangkok Nightlife. ONYX also features many of the World-Class DJs such as Skrillex, The Chainsmokers, or Alan Walker.
Tep Bar is an Old-Thai themed bar in Pom Prep neighborhood. Bangkok Nightlife is promised to be fully experienced at this Thai inspired bar. This bar is mostly known amongst the local but since the country opened up and restriction are loosened, most expats and tourists are often spotted here. This bar provides the most unique yet creative drinks that you cannot find anywhere else. Live bands perform here from Wednesdays to Saturdays (It is subject to change, please contact the venue for the updated schedule) so reservations are recommended for those nights as the venue is quite small. Read more about Bangkok Nightlife activities here.