Bangkok Cocktail bars: 5 hand-picked places

A glamorous Art Deco hotel bar inside Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, where chandeliers and an open-air courtyard evoke a cinematic social club. A regular on Asia’s and the World’s 50 Best Bars lists, it’s known for excellent service and makes a lovely choice for dressing up on a special occasion.

A small cocktail bar with an all-black interior, bartenders in white coats, and shelves lined with jars of herbs and spices, creating a lab-like feel. Its course-style menu moves from starters to mains and desserts, and includes food-inspired drinks such as a Pad Thai Highball. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys trying new flavors.

Upstairs in a 120-year-old shophouse that houses Michelin-starred restaurant Potong, this bar occupies a space once used for smoking opium. The discreet journey up in a small elevator sets the mood. Inside, black leather sofas and gilded details create a decadent atmosphere, and cocktails feature Thai ingredients and serveware by Thai artists.

Opened in Thonglor in 2024 by Pam (Supawit Muttarattana), a bartender from Vesper, the cocktail studio ranked No. 4 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 and was named Thailand’s Best Bar. Its signature “Super Classic” menu combines two classic cocktails from different eras into one drink. The dim, cozy two-story space adds to its appeal.

A Silom classic cocktail bar and European-style café tucked off Convent Road, a neighborhood fixture since 2014. Its witty cocktails, including the “Contrast” menu pairing opposites, and consistently polished execution have earned it a loyal following and repeated appearances on Asia’s 50 Best Bars list.