Best Kept Secret in Bangkok

  • By Jonas Kulland
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  • 13 Nov, 2016
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1940s Pre-Revolution Cuba Theme:

This is a cool new bar on Sukhumvit Soi 11, which takes a prohibition theme to new heights of authenticity. Think dim lights, classic rum cocktails, exposed beams and crumbling plaster – the 1940s pre-revolution Cuba theme is painstakingly well executed. Bar staff are smartly dressed and coiffured, as are the socialite crowd who were cool enough to find their way to this ‘secret’ bar.

The reason why it’s such a secret is there is no signage or front door. Instead, there is just a mock-retro phone booth. Step inside, dial the secret code and a false door in the back of the phone booth swings open. It’s the most unusual entrance to a bar we’ve seen in Bangkok!

The best time to check out Havana Social is on Friday and Saturday nights when a live band plays Cuban jazz, followed by a DJ spinning up-tempo nu-disco, funk and the odd afro-Cuban tune. The cocktail menu starts from 270 baht, with rum-based mixes taking centre stage. A classic Cuba libre is an obvious choice, spruced up with angostura bitters, Coca-Cola ice cubes and a chunky kaffir lime wedge. Beers start from 120 baht for a bottle of Singha, with some tastier craft beers from Rogue for around 300 baht.

Located down a small soi opposite Fraser Suites Hotel, there is no sign or bar front at all. Just look for a ‘Telefono’ sign. There is a large Banana Club sign at the entrance to the soi.

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