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The Bamboo Bar

7.6Locals Score / 10

#5 of 10 Bars & Nightlife in Bangkok

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Known forjazz barhotel barriversideiconic
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One of Bangkok's most storied bars, operating inside the legendary Mandarin Oriental hotel since the 1950s. It's a jazz bar at heart, with live performances most evenings and a classic colonial atmosphere that feels genuinely historic. The cocktails are expensive but well-made, and the setting is unmatched for old-world Bangkok glamour. Dress code is smart casual — they will turn away flip-flops.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

Locals Score

7.6/10
  • Value5.5
  • Iconic7.0
  • Excellence8.5
  • Crowd level6.0
  • Authenticity8.0
  • Accessibility7.0
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.