Bangkok is a long way from the home of Oktoberfest, but there are tons of great bars that serve up traditional German brews.

Old German Beerhouse

For a traditional vibe, head to the Old German Beer house, a typical European style sports bar screening live matches and offering a nice outdoor space for smokers. Apart from the BBQ pork, you can also enjoy proper German beers Erdinger or Warsteiner on tap (B1,140 for a tower).
B/F Grand President Tower Hotel, 11 Sukhumvit Soi 11, 02-651-3838, 02-651-2708. Open daily 8am-1am.

Bei Otto

Focusing more on food, Bei Otto on Sukhumvit 20 is another traditional German restaurant famous for its game, sausages and schnitzel. Have it with draft Hofbrau (B200/pint, 1,200/tower). They also have some imported bottled beer for B200.
1 Sukhumvit Soi 20, 02-260-0869. Open daily from 11am-midnight.

Tawandang German Brewery

Famed for their roast pork knuckle, Tawandang German Brewery combines German brews with spicy Thai food. Choose from weizen (if you prefer wheat), lager or even a dark dunkel beer. Most are available at B130 per pint. The huge space on Rama 3 Road is packed almost every day and the stage hosts daily comedy shows, live bands and even a cabaret performance.
462/61 Rama 3 Rd., 02-678-1114/-6. Open daily 4pm-2am

Brew Beer and Ciders

For a more contemporary vibe, head to this brand-new pub, decked out with an industrial décor. They have over 100 imported bottled beers, and some hard-to-find German varieties. Try their just-arrived Bock Bamm, black beer from Munich (B240), or just go for the Paulaner (B220/pint).
1/F Seen Space, Thong Lor Soi 13. 02-185-2366. www.brewbkk.com. Open daily from 4pm-2am.

Aston Gastro Bar

Located on the second floor of Crystal Design Centre, The Aston offers not only a combination of contemporary Asian and French food, but a good range of imported beers: in particular, Weihenstephan, both Black and White, for B200 per pint, and lots of bottled beers, too.
2/F, Crystal Design Center, 1420 Praditmanoontham Rd. Bangkok, Thailand. 02-102-2323. Open Tue-Sun 5pm-midnight.

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