PICK A CUISINE
We’re expecting to see a whole lot more kebab joints around Bangkok this year, and 1/F of the building is home to
The Kebabry, which serves up German-Turkish-style doner kebabs at friendly prices. Try their best-seller, The Berliner (chicken, bell peppers, mint sauce, yogurt, garlic and feta cheese, B120), paired with a cup of ayran (B55), a Turkish yogurt drink that comes in a variety of flavors.
Or go Japanese at
Don Sushi Restaurant (2/F). Although a bit pricey, it does serve up authentic sushi, which is why it’s usually full of Japanese guests, and you can always snag a decent discount offer on drinks and dessert— check the
Facebook page first.
PRE-GAME IN STYLE
Ekkamai-Thonglor’s loudest clubs are just around the corner, so it’s no wonder the longstanding bar Bombay Blues (4/F) is almost always packed on Fri-Sat nights.The new draconian laws have put a stop to the shisha smoke for now, but you can still enjoy Bollywood tunes and reasonably priced buckets while lying on a bed of pillows.
For a fancier experience, head down to
Glam (2/F), formerly of the glow-in-the-dark LED pipes and fresh-fruit tobacco flavors. At least they still serve their signature beer cocktails: there are six options, each topped with a bottle of Corona (B385).
ROOFTOP NIGHTS
Desi Beats (8/F) currently offers 20-perecent discount on all food and drink, as well as buy-one-get-one-free offers on selected cocktails from Sun-Thu. Later in the evening, the Indian-Moroccan establishment also turns into a dancefloor with great views of the area. Alternatively, head to the laidback
Bangkok Bar Infinity on the same floor, which also has a spacious outdoor terrace. Live bands play every now and then, but you should find a decent playlist any night of the week.
The Opus Thonglor, 139 Sukhumvit Soi 21, 02-391-8580. BTS Thonglor
