Category: Thailand

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Feature article, Thailand
Viva Sports Bar Soi 8 Nana Sukhumvit Lively interior with multiple big screens, great food

If you’re in Bangkok and craving a proper sports bar with big screens, cold beers, live international sport, and classic pub grub, Viva Sports Bar on Soi 8 Sukhumvit is the place to be. Just around the corner from Nana …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Bangkok Restaurants, Food, Nightlife, Soi 11 Sukhumvit Restaurants, Thailand
Lek's Last Stand at Night – Sukhumvit Road Bangkok Iconic glowing neon sign and outdoor seating at Lek's Last Stand, the classic beer bar just steps from Soi 11 and Nana BTS – perfect for cold beers, people-watching, and live sports on bustling Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok.

If you’re looking for an authentic, no-frills beer bar with prime people-watching, cold drinks, live sports, and tasty Thai food right in the heart of Sukhumvit, Lek’s Last Stand is the spot. Located just steps from Nana BTS (Exit 1 …

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By Posted on Posted in Asian, Bangkok, Bangkok Restaurants, Breakfast, Food, Soi 11 Sukhumvit Restaurants, Thailand
Dim Sum at Lily Fu's Asian Bistro Soi 11 Sukhumvit Bangkok Freshly steamed assortment of classic dim sum including pork siu mai, prawn ha gao, and chicken curry baos – a highlight of the menu at this elegant Asian fusion restaurant inside Mercure Hotel on Soi 11 Sukhumvit, Bangkok.

Tucked inside the Mercure Hotel just minutes from Nana BTS (Exit 1 or 3), Lily Fu’s Asian Bistro is a classy, air-conditioned escape from the Soi 11 bustle. With its elegant modern decor, friendly English-speaking staff, free WiFi, and a …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Bangkok Restaurants, Breakfast, Cafes, Food, Thailand
Delicious breakfast options from French croissants to Eggs Benedict on bustling Sukhumvit Soi 11 in Bangkok – perfect for people-watching.

Soi 11 in Sukhumvit is one of Bangkok‘s liveliest streets—famous for nightlife, diverse dining, and easy access via Nana BTS (Exit 1 or 3). Breakfast here is a mix of international comfort food, French patisserie vibes, healthy vegan options, and …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Bangkok Restaurants, Food, Thailand
Best Restaurants on Soi 4 Nana Sukhumvit Bangkok Iconic dusk view down Soi 4 Nana with top-rated restaurants lining the street

Soi 4 (Nana) is famous for nightlife around Nana Plaza, so the dining scene leans toward international, Middle Eastern, Indian, and casual pub/bar food rather than fine dining. Many spots are inside hotels or attached to bars. This list is …

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By Posted on Posted in Ao Nang, Food, Indian, Thailand
Welcome to Tandoori Hut – Ao Nang's top-rated Indian restaurant, serving authentic curries and naan right in the heart of Krabi!

Best Rated Indian in Ao Nang? Picture this: I rock up to Tandoori Hut—the highest-rated Indian restaurant in Ao Nang—on December 21, 2025, fresh off the plane and conveniently parked next door at Ao Nang Village Hotel (nice budget hotel)– …

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By Posted on Posted in Ao Nang, Breakfast, Cafes, Food, Thailand
Indulge in the famous Lemon Ricotta Banana Pancakes topped with fresh blueberries, banana slices, pine nuts, zesty lemon curd, and salted butter caramel sauce at Cafe 8.98 in Ao Nang!

The Ao Nang Breakfast Spot Everyone’s Talking About (And Rightfully So!) If you’re in Ao Nang and hunting for the perfect breakfast or brunch, look no further than Cafe 8.98 – currently sitting pretty with a 4.6/5 rating from over …

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By Posted on Posted in Ao Nang, Banh Mi, Food, Pho, Thailand, Vietnamese
Inviting interior at My Pho in Ao Nang – 6 tables inside with additional outdoor seating for relaxed Vietnamese dining!

Tucked down a quiet side soi just 300 meters up from Ao Nang Beach (off the main Ao Nang Road), My Pho is a small, cafe-style gem specializing in authentic Vietnamese classics – think steaming bowls of Pho, crispy Banh …

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By Posted on Posted in Ao Nang, Food, Japanese, Thailand
Three skilled chefs behind the traditional sushi counter – excellent Japanese spot in Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand.

Tucked away at the northern end of Ao Nang Beach, Ta-Ke Sushi Restaurant (also known as Take Sushi Aonang) sits upstairs from Bamboo Beach Sports Bar. This hidden gem delivers authentic Japanese cuisine in a charming bamboo-decked setting that feels …

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By Posted on Posted in Phuket, Sports, Thailand
Watching Australia Test Cricket in Phuket Packed expat sports bars like Aussie Bar Phuket and Angus O'Tool's come alive

Phuket‘s expat-heavy sports bar scene (especially Aussie/British-owned venues) makes it easy to catch Australia Test Match Cricket , including the Ashes. Many bars show Fox Cricket feeds and accommodate requests – always confirm via Facebook or phone for specific matches. …

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