The best jazz venues in Bangkok

Situated in the posh Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, The Bamboo Bar is a must for jazz lovers with more refined tastes. The decor is as elegant as it gets, featuring leather couches, dark mahogany teak wood, framed photographs and reflective glass ceilings. Apart from delivering beautiful jazz music, The Bamboo Bar is also known for a selection of flavorful and creative drinks created by Mandarin Oriental’s award-winning mixologist team.

This small venue is the collaborative effort of jazz enthusiasts from Silpakorn University, who want to create a platform where local jazz performers can showcase their passion and talent. Every once in awhile, Jazz Happens brings in famed figures in the industry for a jamming session.

Set in busy Soi Suanplu, Smalls boasts a cozy and amiable atmosphere, and is one of the few joints in town that delves into high-quality jazz sounds. Its artsy, dimly lit interiors holds a spot in the heart of both locals and expats. This multi-level bar also hosts non-musical events on rotation like The Flicker, a rooftop screening of different indie films, or exhibitions showcasing the artworks of both local and foreign artists.

This jazz/blues pub has been a go-to for jazz connoisseurs for decades. Legends like T-Bone and Koh Mr. Saxman have played here, so there’s not much left to say about the establishment. The decoration boasts old-school European feels—think red brick, mahogany wood, red velvet curtains, and dim lighting. The menu carries typical comfort pub food like German pork hocks.

This long-running jazz bar has been a staple for many of the city’s jazz lovers since 1985. The venue hosts different kinds of jazz music on rotation. On Friday to Wednesday, you can experience a fun fusion of jazz with other genres like pop rock, funk, and R&B. Drop by on Thursday if you want to appease your ears with pure jazz tunes.

This three-story structure is a stylish multidisciplinary hub located in the charming Charoenkrung neighborhood. If you’re coming solely for the jazz beats, make a beeline for the second floor where it’s delivered by respected figures in the local music industry. The first floor houses a French bistro, while the rooftop serves up American barbecue and live folk music.

This conceptual jazz bar is the quick go-to for many Thonglor and Ekkamai regulars. The jazz tunes here are mostly delivered by talents from The Voice Thailand, within fantastical interiors by renowned design genius Ashley Sutton.