Ba hao 八號

Soi Nana’s little red beacon is shophouse No. 8, a moody Chinese-style bar where the lights glow crimson and the soundtrack leans late-night. Slip past the street tables into a narrow room dressed with dark wood, vintage apothecary touches and the lucky number eight winking in neon. It’s equal parts old Bangkok and new Chinatown—perfect for easing into a night of bar-hopping on this famous lane. Drinks lean East: classic recipes tweaked with Chinese aromatics and house infusions, poured with care and not a hint of gimmick. Pair them with comforting bar bites with a Chinese accent, then finish with their cult-favorite sesame pudding (158 THB)—creamy, nutty, and the thing regulars order on repeat. Prices sit in the mid-range; service is warm but the room is compact. Find it midway down Soi Nana, a two-minute wander from sister spots and neighbors like Teens of Thailand and Tep Bar. Doors open daily from 5pm (until midnight, 1am on Friday and Saturday). Go early for a front-row perch on the soi, or reserve for weekends if you like a guaranteed seat.