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Five of Bangkok’s coolest bars, all with one great thing in common: they’re ideal places to be seen sipping on the design phenomenon known as PACO
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BarSu
BarSu’s slogan is “eat, play, dance” and the clubby bar lives up to it. Sporting an eclectic party sound that swerves from soul and 80s new wave to bossa nova, this pulsating club packs in cutting-edge professionals with its contemporary décor and “wapas,” a mix between Asian and Western tapas, which go very well with alcohol.
Location: Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, Sukhumvit Rd., Bangkok,
Tel: 02-649-8888, 02-649-8358
Open daily 6pm-2am.
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Gazebo
This Moroccan-style venue brings a touch of class to backpacker central. Hit the disco for hip hop and house, or do the alfresco thing to the sounds of Thai and inter hits performed by the house band. The windy rooftop is great for chilling out on cooler evenings.
Location: 3/F, 44 Chakrabongse Rd., Bangkok,
Tel: 02-629-0705
Open daily 8pm-late.
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Party House One
“Every minute is a party” is the philosophy here, which is a lot to live up to, but Party House One definitely pulls it off, thanks to its unique, modern design. The bar and restaurant manage to create different experiences you can wander through, but it’s still all about the party. Live music from in house bands help ensure that nights are hot and loud.
Location: Siam@Siam, 865 Rama 1 Rd., Bangkok,
Tel: 02-217-3000
Open daily 6pm-2am.
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Rendezvous Bar
The landmark Hotel’s elegant bar boasts a sleek Italian décor bathed in cool cobalt blue lighting. Comfortable black leather chairs and couches with midnight blue Thai-silk pillows offer ultimate relaxation as you sip their expertly mixed cocktails. The giant bay windows overlook the bustle of hectic Nana, while preserving the silky smooth chill-out vibe within.
Location: Landmark Hotel, 138 Sukhumvit Rd., Bangkok,
Tel: 02-254-0404
Open daily 7pm-2am.
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Zest Piano Bar
On the 7th floor of the Westin Grande is a heavenly space with an 8-meter-high ceiling, a stunning sculpture handmade in the Czech Republic from 75 multi-colored glass tendrils, and views of busy Sukhumvit below. Zest is for lovers of music from a gentler age, live jazz and standards easing punters down a road of satisfaction and relaxation.
Location: 7/F The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok,
Tel: 02-207-8000
Open daily 7pm-2am.
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