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Illustrative scene: Bars in Bangkok

Bars in Bangkok

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Looking for a great bar in Bangkok? From cocktail lounges and rooftop terraces to intimate neighbourhood spots, Bangkok's drinking scene rewards a little planning. This page gathers five bars in Bangkok with a short description of each, plus direct links to their official website and Google Maps so you can check opening hours, location and reservations before you go.

1.BKK Social Club

4.8 ★ · 1,080 Google reviews

Hotel cocktail bar with Mexico City-inspired drinks and bar bites.

Why it stands out: Located within Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, this cocktail bar serves drinks and bar bites inspired by Mexico City.

2.Vesper Bangkok

4.5 ★ · 1,314 Google reviews

Cocktail bar trading as Vesper.

Why it stands out: Located on Bangkok's Convent Road, Vesper is a cocktail bar serving serious, refined drinks in an unpretentious setting.

3.Tropic City

4.6 ★ · 534 Google reviews

Former cocktail bar; website now promotes hospitality consulting.

Why it stands out: Set in Bangkok's Charoen Krung district, this former venue was Thailand's first tropical cocktail bar, specializing in rum-based concoctions.

4.Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar

Cocktail bar in Bangkok known for creative drinks built around local and seasonal ingredients.

Why it stands out: Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar in Bangkok specializes in creative drinks built around local and seasonal ingredients.

5.Asia Today Bar

4.8 ★ · 498 Google reviews

Bangkok cocktail bar focused on Thai and Southeast Asian ingredients, with a lush, tropical setting.

Why it stands out: Featuring a lush, tropical setting, this Bangkok cocktail bar crafts drinks focused on indigenous Thai and Southeast Asian ingredients.

Planning tips: Bars in Bangkok

Where to look
Many of Bangkok's most popular bars are found in Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, Ari, Thonglor and the riverside around Chinatown.
When to go
November to February is cooler and drier; April is the hottest month.
Prices & tipping
Prices are in Thai baht; upscale venues often add service charge and VAT.
Getting around
The BTS Skytrain, MRT and river boats help you avoid the city's traffic.
Good to know
Popular cocktail bars fill up after 9 pm, so arriving early or booking ahead helps.

Details may change — check the official website before visiting. Report a correction.

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