Bar
Sky Bar at lebua
An open-air bar on the 64th floor of State Tower, famed for its glowing circular bar and sweeping views over the Chao Phraya and the city…
The Bamboo Bar
Bangkok's first jazz venue, opened in 1947 inside the Mandarin Oriental, with nightly live bands and inventive cocktails in a 1950s setting.
At a glance
- Type
- Jazz and cocktail bar
- Area
- Bang Rak, Bangkok, Thailand
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Opening
- Open daily
- Official site
- mandarinoriental.com
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Good to know
- Live jazz nightly
- Dress code
Why we recommend it
Opened in 1947, the Bamboo Bar is the oldest jazz venue in Bangkok and still has the atmosphere of a 1950s lounge, with rattan, low lighting and a small stage. It was founded after the war under the hotel's then manager, the photographer Germaine Krull, and has since become a fixture for jazz lovers visiting the city.
A live band with a jazz vocalist plays from 20:00 most nights, with a pianist on Sundays. The cocktail list is creative and changes with the seasons. Reservations are not accepted, so arrive early for a good seat. After 18:30 smart dress is expected, men need long trousers and closed shoes, and guests under 20 may only enter before 19:30.
Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026
The Bamboo Bar FAQs
Can I book a table?
No, the Bamboo Bar does not accept reservations.
When does the music start?
Live jazz begins at 20:00 from Monday to Saturday, with a pianist from 21:00 on Sundays.