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12 Best Live Music Bars in Bangkok
No matter where you are, live music is always so captivating. The good news: Bangkok is awash with the best live performers doing all sorts of genres – from rather melancholic soul to mellow and heart-thumping rock music.
What we’re saying is, there’s a tune for everyone! So, in this post, we’re letting you in on insider info on where to find the best spots for live music in Bangkok to complete your to-do list in the capital.
Saxophone Pub & Restaurant
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Address: 3, 8 Ratchawithi 11 Alley, Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400
Operating Hours: 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 22 465 472
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: http://www.saxophonepub.com/
Genre: Jazz, blues, reggae, soul, funk, Latin, and acoustic
Standing strong since 1987, Saxophone Pub & Restaurant remains a top go-to place for live music in Bangkok today. With so much history behind it, you can tell why it’s famous from the laid-back vibes and the quality of music its live bands produce.
Saxophone Pub’s live Jazz music is considered top-tier in all of Bangkok. But, that’s not the only thing you should look forward to as this live music bar also dives into other music genres, thanks to the wide range of bands that play here.
Depending on the type of music you’re into, you can look into their schedule to get a live band that suits your taste. As for the food, though, you can expect mostly fatty dishes that go well with cocktails.
SpeakerBox Bangkok
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Address: 1000, 38, 40, Thong Lo, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110
Operating Hours: 7 p.m. – 1 a.m. (Sunday)
7 p.m. – 2 a.m. (Wednesday to Saturday)
Contact Number: +66 64 454 4985
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: https://speakerboxbkk.com/
Genre: Variety
If you’re into all types of music, the renowned SpeakerBox Bangkok music bar should be on your must-visit list. We’re fond of this place for its massive selection of craft beers, multicuisine menu, and pleasant live music.
But, what sets SpeakerBox apart from other live music bars in Bangkok is the frequent mini-concerts they hold, often featuring local musicians and bands. During these events, though, they may charge an entry fee.
The atmosphere in SpeakerBox Bangkok is perfect if you’re looking for a fun place to have a drink and listen to live music. Make sure to look up their schedule to see what fits your jive!
Abandoned Mansion
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Address: 41 Soi Sukhumvit 14, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110
Operating Hours: 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 22 597 007
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿฿
Website: https://www.thecoachbangkok.com/abandoned-mansion-bangkok/
Genre: R&B, jazz, and pop
Abandoned Mansion is a unique live music place in Bangkok, featuring an elegant dining room with an open balcony. Here, you can enjoy a romantic dinner date while a live band, DJ, or singer serenades you from above.
Look forward to notable musicians performing here, like Tack Wichaya and Suay Sarocha from The Voice Thailand. Just remember that Abandoned Mansion is a sophisticated live music establishment, so you must follow its strict dress code.
Abandoned Mansion also offers membership packages that entitle you to special perks and privileges, which play a part in its gangster theme—pretty fun! Even its signature cocktails are styled after infamous criminals like Al Capone and Pretty Boy Floyd!
Adhere The 13th Blues Bar
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Address: 13 Samsen Road, Wat Sam Phraya, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
Operating Hours: 6 p.m. -12 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 89 769 4613
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: https://www.facebook.com/adhere13thbluesbar/
Genre: Blues, jazz, acoustic, and reggae
For a small live music bar in Bangkok, the music at Adhere The 13th Blues Bar is nothing short of phenomenal. From classic Blues to Jazz and Reggae tunes, we’re pretty sure you’ll love the quality of sound of the live bands here.
If you don’t mind the cramped space, enjoy the lively atmosphere since it makes you feel like you’re in a jamming session with the bands. It’s a shame you can’t dance to the music aside from a few head bobs, but it should be fantastic overall.
Their food and drinks are not really top-notch but rather average, so you might just go here for the excellent music and probably to escape the chaotic atmosphere in Khao San Road. Well, live music is food for the soul, so it’s a fair exchange.
Black Cabin Bar
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Address: 33, 1 Rama IV Road, Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110
Operating Hours: 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Tuesday to Sunday)
Contact Number: +66 81 599 9365
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: https://www.facebook.com/blackcabinbar/
Genre: Contemporary rock, jazz, blues, and soul
When it comes to modern Rock, Jazz, and Blues music, you won’t find anything like the music at Black Cabin Bar. What’s more, it’s the only place where you can listen to original live music in Bangkok, giving it a significant edge over other music bars.
Black Cabin Bar also features a cabin-themed garden area where you can hang out with friends while you wait for the live performances to start at 9 p.m. Otherwise, you can head to the candlelit bar area to find a perfect romantic spot if you’re on a date.
On top of that, this bar has retro arcade games you’ll enjoy playing with friends for free. Don’t forget to try their award-winning cocktails, which are unlike anything you’ll find in other music bars!
FooJohn Jazz Club
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Address: 831 Charoen Krung 31 Alley, Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100
Operating Hours: 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Wednesday to Sunday)
Contact Number: +66 98 664 9826
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: https://www.facebook.com/foojohnjazzclub/
Genre: Jazz, soul, and funk
The cozy FooJohn Jazz Club is a top contender if you’re after a place with sublime food and live music in Bangkok. Just don’t mind the small dining area because the incredible jazzy atmosphere in this music club will make your visit worthwhile.
The best part? FooJohn Jazz Club serves a great selection of cocktails and savory dishes, from savory beef ribs to New York-style Pizza. And because of the cramped space, the music quality turns out phenomenal without sounding too loud.
Overall, the live music experience in FooJohn Jazz Club will remind you of classic music bars in New York. Just a heads up – don’t forget to bring cash because this place doesn’t accept card payments or ones that use QR codes.
Parking Toys
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Address: Number 1, 29 ถนน ประเสริฐมนูกิจ Chorakhe Bua, Lat Phrao, Bangkok 10230
Operating Hours: 5 p.m. – 2 a.m. (Tuesday – Sunday)
Contact Number: +66 97 098 6922
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿
Website: https://www.parkingtoys.net/
Genre: Rock, jazz, and pop
As soon as you enter, you can immediately tell that Parking Toys is a live music place that’s all about fun while jamming to rock and jazz tunes. With all the live bands playing here, witness different music styles and tunes the next time you visit.
Parking Toys is also where many of Bangkok’s upcoming artists and bands showcase their talents, so you might hear some unique and fascinating music. You may not like all of them, but that’s part of the raw experience that live bars offer.
You don’t even need to be a die-hard music fan to enjoy your night at Parking Toys. For most people, the cheap beers and snacks here are enough reasons to bring friends over and spend the night away in the name of good fun.
Tawandang German Brewery
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Address: 462/61 Rama III Road, Chong Nonsi, Yan Nawa, Bangkok 10120
Operating Hours: 5 p.m. – 1 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 26 781 114
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: http://tawandang.com/
Genre: Variety
From its name alone, it shouldn’t be surprising that Tawandang German Brewery makes some of the best brews out of the many live music bars in Bangkok. Plus, it also boasts the biggest bar in the city, capable of hosting up to 2,000 guests!
If you think that’s a lot of people for a live music bar to entertain, don’t worry, Tawandang German Brewery has plenty of performances up its sleeves. From classic Thai hits to comedic drag shows and dance numbers, this place has it all.
What’s more, they have a massive menu consisting of sushi and classic Thai dishes, so you’ll find something that fits your taste. Of course, you can’t forget about their world-class German beers and homemade signature cocktails.
TEP Bar
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Address: 69, 71 Yi Sip Song Karakadakhom 4 Alley, Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100
Operating Hours: 5 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 98 467 2944
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: https://www.facebook.com/TEPBARBKK/
Genre: Traditional Thai music
TEP Bar is a small cultural bar and the only place offering traditional Thai live music in Bangkok. Here, you’ll find a live band that uses traditional Thai musical instruments!
On top of that, the cocktails and food they serve look elegant and are adorned with local herbs and treats. So, you can certainly have a good chow as you listen to cool live music, or for that matter, a cold beer in hand.
And though it also suffers from a cramped space, TEP Bar’s trendy atmosphere, delectable food, and exotic music here are always a treat to experience! A good way to get ahead of the crowd is to come in early, say a quarter to five in the afternoon.
The Rock Pub Bangkok
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Address: Hollywood Street 93/26 Phaya Thai Road, Thanon Phetchaburi, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400
Operating Hours: 6:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. (Tuesday to Thursday & Sunday)
6:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. (Friday & Saturday)
Contact Number: +66 99 191 5666
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: http://www.therockpub-bangkok.com/
Genre: Rock and heavy rock
If rock music is your thing, going to The Rock Pub Bangkok for live music should be a no-brainer. On the other side of the fence, you may find all the banging of the drums and screaming of the vocals too loud if you’re into jazz or blues.
While you’re here, you can immerse in the performances of local and international rock bands! Expect to hear both global hits and original music that will rock your soul to its core.
The Rock Pub is more than just a quintessential bar with loud and rad music – it also hosts mini-concerts and dive parties. This means, though, that you have to book a ticket or pay an entry fee for some of their special events.
The place is teeming with talent, mostly rock bands, and the good news is entrance is free on most nights—if events are not announced. However, you’ll have to order at the bar to keep your seat.
Brown Sugar
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Address: 18 ซ. นานา Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100
Operating Hours: 5 p.m. – 1 a.m. (Sunday – Thursday)
5 p.m. – 2 a.m. (Friday & Saturday)
Contact Number: +66 63 794 9895
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿
Website: https://www.facebook.com/brownsugarbangkok/
Genre: Jazz, blues, soul, pop, funk, and acoustic
As one of the best live music bars in Bangkok, especially for soul music lovers, Brown Sugar won’t disappoint with its roster of live bands. Just make sure you’re in on the day your fave music genre is playing.
Like most music bars, entry here is free unless a hotshot band is having a mini-concert and requires a paid ticket. However, there are also times when you can enter the bar for free even when they have international musicians playing!
Speaking of surprises, Brown Sugar sometimes holds art exhibits on special days, so that’s something you can keep an eye on as well. You may want to bring the family in those days.
Foodwise, their menu is diverse, with Thai, Mexican, American, and Italian dishes to choose from. Unfortunately, this doesn’t apply to their drinks, which consists of only beers and their signature cocktails.
Maggie Choo’s
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Address: Fenix Novotel 320 ถนน สีลม Maha Nakhon 10500 Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
Operating Hours: 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. (Tuesday – Sunday)
Contact Number: +66 63 901 1123
Admission Fee: Free
Prices: ฿฿฿
Website: https://www.facebook.com/maggiechoos
Genre: Jazz, soul, funk, and blues
Maggie Choo’s is a Shanghai-inspired speakeasy jazz club. Inside, you’ll notice the interior design looks like an old bank, which adds to the already charming atmosphere of this famous music bar.
Unfortunately, you have to wait until 10 p.m. before their live band takes the stage, so it’s best to come here during the late hours. During this time, the atmosphere becomes livelier, especially on weekends, when renowned artists perform.
Meanwhile, DJs or rock bands grace the stage during weekdays, so you’ll notice a different crowd throughout the entire week. You might want to take note of the weekly schedule if you’re rooting for a particular music genre.
When it comes to the menu, Maggie Choo’s standout items are its imported beers, whiskeys, and wines. You can enjoy how these drinks elevate the experience while you chill out to your kind of jam in the club!
