BITEC

88 Bangna-Trad Rd. km. 1, 02-749-3939, 02-361-1916. www.bitec.co.th
The main rival to Impact in terms of events and exhibitions just jumped ahead of its competitor thanks to the newly afforded accessibility. Home to fairs, exhibitions, motor shows, graduations and even the occasional dance party, you can now walk to the events direct from the skytrain station. Sure beats having to battle the horrific traffic on the expressways.

Silawat Seafood

447 Sanpawut Rd., 02-745-2061, 02-173-4952. Open daily 10am-10pm. www.silawatseafood com
What started out as a tiny noodle and a-la-carte restaurant in 1973 has now undergone a ten-fold increase in size. The big draw is their fresh fish and crab dishes and its super popular with big groups who can take advantage of their private rooms. Their top three sellers are plum-steamed sea bass (B190), koong ob woonsen (baked shrimp with vermicelli noodles, B165), and pad ped catfish (B70).

Suan Aharn Kraton

99/1 Bangna-Trad Rd. km. 1, 02-399-5202. Open daily 5pm-1am
Much more famous for their insane cabaret show, this is a place to come with a group of friends for some drunken fun than their slightly-average Thai food. The nightly show involves a unicycle, a spiked helmet and flying chickens, and they even let the customers have a go, should you feel inclined to catch a chicken on your head. With a choice of outdoor or indoor seating there’s also a karaoke section with private booths or just take to the main stage and let everyone see why Mariah Carey has nothing on you.

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