Moved to Buriram. What now?

[1FinickyOne]

Yo. Haam Noy

 

Now you will have a great opportunity to learn several languages, Thai, Isaan and Khmer... immersion is a great way to learn. 

[KhaoYai]

It would have been better if you'd researched the area before you moved there - its not for everyone.

[jessicar]

Better go back home

[DILLIGAD]

20 hours ago, Halfaboy said:

If you are looking for Buriram bargirls you better go to Pattaya....

Clearly you haven't been there recently as they've nearly all gone home to Isaan.

[DILLIGAD]

On 9/19/2021 at 8:40 AM, IvorBiggun2 said:

He delivers to many places. A case of phoning him and asking. If you can get there he has a farang get to gether on a Sunday starting at about 1pm. Good laugh had by all.

Are they still on now???

[konaboy]

What a great response!

A lot of info for all.

[Jip99]

18 minutes ago, DILLIGAD said:

Clearly you haven't been there recently as they've nearly all gone home to Isaan.

 

 

My sources suggest that a few have started to return.

 

 

In any event, there were many who wouldn't go anywhere near a rice field or rubber tree plantation.

[buick]

there are a couple of ponds or retention basins ? i'm not exactly sure.  but they do show up on google maps.  and there are paths around them so you can take a walk.  this is eastern side of the city i believe.  i've walked around them a few times.  not bothered by any soi dogs and such.  and plenty of thais on the paths doing their thing.  there is a restaurant right next to one of these ponds, it has had different owners over the years.  not sure what it is now.  but it isn't a bad spot to sit down and have a beer and watch the people go by on the paths.  maybe the menu looks good and get food also.

[BTB1977]

Guessing someone didn't do their homework.  

[IvorBiggun2]

1 hour ago, DILLIGAD said:

Are they still on now???

I'm sorry. Who is 'still on now.'

[NoshowJones]

On 9/19/2021 at 8:13 AM, Jip99 said:

 

Nookie delivers to Buriram every fortnight, the Buriram Pie Man's pies (and especially the steak & kidney puddings) are worth a try.

 

Friends speak highly of The Swan; good breakfasts/Sunday lunch at Jimmy's and a good craic at Lakeside bar. I am not up to date with Paddy's bar but my want to give that a try as well.

I won't mention what Nookie means where I come from. 

[Jip99]

5 minutes ago, possum1931 said:

I won't mention what Nookie means where I come from. 

 

I think we all know that ????

 

 

Although Nookiebear is the full title (because he is a grizzly old sod).... I am told that your understanding of the word is also applicable.

[DILLIGAD]

22 hours ago, IvorBiggun2 said:

I'm sorry. Who is 'still on now.'

The Sunday gatherings

[IvorBiggun2]

7 minutes ago, DILLIGAD said:

The Sunday gatherings

Yep all's good for the Sunday wind up. 

[Halfaboy]

They look almost the same as a gathering in a Pattaya beer bar....

[konaboy]

got them calendared now. Thanks

[kamalabob2]

Murgia's Tacos & Tequileria would certainly qualify as a Mexican Restaurant. On Thani Alley and it features a pool table. US Navy Vet set the restaurant up for his spouse. 

London Steak also serve delicious Mexican food and they have a pool table. The menu is always expanding.

Afrika, the new name for Harley 288, also serves delicious Mexican food and they have a pool table. 

The Swan Sports Bar & Restaurant offers some amazing breakfasts and hosts a Sunday Roast. I especially enjoy the quality and value of the frozen pies. 

Jimmy's Sport's Cafe hosts a very popular Sunday Roast and serves delicious food. 

Lakeside Cafe and Paddy's have loyal patrons and certainly worth a visit for a beverage and the conversation. 

Sebas is in Holland now, but Muang Pizza is certainly open. Hard to beat dining by the pool under cover in any weather at Muang Pizza.

Book N Bed keep expanding their menu and always a great meal in my experience. 

Osteria is certainly a fine Italian restaurant and well worth the visit. No other Buriram restaurant comes close with authentic Italian meals. 

Two Scottish expats  are opening a HUGE restaurant around an aerated pond on Highway 226 directly across from the BlueScope dealer. These men have invested a large sum in this new restaurant venture. I'll wager it opens next month. 

Baan Suan Wassana Buriram is run by Liam and his spouse. This Thai Restaurant is very popular with those who ride larger motorcycles. Near Robinson's Mall. 

Bamboo Bar is a mainstay in the center of Buriram.

Up2You Bar and restaurant is in the same restaurant complex as Octopus Garden. Many expats gather for a meal and beverage at Up2You Bar.

Slainte Bar & Restaurant has proven popular with expats. Those women are very personable and serve very inexpensive Western food.  

Parisan Cafe has changed owners and formats. It is now Booster Kebab and Oliver offers some special meals including Lamb Shank on select evenings. 

The Bus Bar is closed for now and the furniture and pool table moved to Booster Kebab.

La Lom Thai restaurant has re-opened this month and has a loyal following. The steak at La Lom is in my top 5 list. 

An UK educated Thai man named Archie has opened an affordable and popular Burger restaurant on Niwas Road three blocks from the train station called "BurgerSam Cafe & Restaurant". Home baked hamburger buns and fresh ground meats. 

Up A Notch just past Ram Private Hospital could certainly qualify as a high end Steak House in Buriram. The Thai owner worked in the USA at the Hard Rock. 

The OP can use youtube and search for Buriram  and then whatever type of food or leisure activity as the second word and third words on the youtube search. Youtube search using Buriram as the first word in the search will show many bars and restaurants. 

I have been very delighted with the quality and value of the pies I've purchased at Buriram Pie Man.  Easy to find behind the Big C shopping center. 

I've darkened the doors and spent my money and enjoyed life at all but three of the above restaurants. By next month I hope to have visited every establishment listed.  It's a 50 KM drive each way for me to Buriram and well worth the effort to enjoy great food and meet up with friends. 

Every restaurant above has a facebook page, and most are on google maps. Youtube is also helpful as you can see the "vibe". 

The OP will NEVER lack for great restaurants OPEN in September 2021 in Buriram. 

 

 

[buick]

the above is an excellent list.  i've wanted to try several of them (london steak, swan sports, paddy's, osteria) but haven't quite made it.   and quite a few i've never heard of but sound good/great.  i will make a better effort in the coming months.  i feel hungry already !!

[MJCM]

On 9/19/2021 at 7:41 AM, Lite Beer said:

Decent food can be found here.  http://www.nookiesdelights.3baht.net/

Is he still in Business?  I send him a couple of emails but no reply!

[konaboy]

I got a reply a few days ago

[IvorBiggun2]

2 hours ago, MJCM said:

Is he still in Business?

He was up to last Sunday when I had a beer at his place.

 

31 minutes ago, konaboy said:

I got a reply a few days ago

He has a contact phone number

Ring 0861548037 (English) or 0871373867 (Thai) Look up his web site. http://www.nookiesdelights.3baht.net/

[BAKABAS]

Dear OP, 

Nice ! Well done. im thinking of moving further east, im in Khao Yai. My Brother in law lives there. Best thing is the bike racing, i go to them all. Was there when #MM93 done the 8th title Black Ball Shot. He is yet to get back there in Moto GP, but i think he might. 

So.. i don't get out much when there. But i am subscribed to the naked guru you tube channel. Ryan a younger English man . Watch some of his Videos. 

Depending how deep your pockets are, he has a membership level which will give you some insights and you can even go one on one with him,  Its always good to get another point of view.  But take anything out of the above comments that will  help you. Its pretty hard to be more specific as you don't mention if you have a house there or other details. All in all, mate, you have moved to the bush. Wear something Red and learn the Carabow finger salute. lol, If you do get a place there, get some farm land and go for it. heaps of passive income if you choose wisely. We have 10 dairy cows that make good money. Most of all, relax and acclimatize to the slow lane. If you dont like the slow lane then im afraid you may need to more out of Buriram, Cheers Pal, all the very best .  

 

[konaboy]

Bakabas- We are building a house now. Nothing big. Any idea what the GENERAL cost per rai is here in the Bush? Dairy cows seems like a lot of effort, unless you got workers. 

Glad to be here.

[DILLIGAD]

21 hours ago, konaboy said:

Bakabas- We are building a house now. Nothing big. Any idea what the GENERAL cost per rai is here in the Bush? Dairy cows seems like a lot of effort, unless you got workers. 

Glad to be here.

It depends on whether the sellers knows that a 'westerner' is involved 

[youreavinalaff]

3 hours ago, DILLIGAD said:

It depends on whether the sellers knows that a 'westerner' is involved 

It also depends on whether the westerner has the balls to go and negotiate a deal himself and not hide behind the sofa hoping his wife will do it.

 

It still makes me laugh when I see an expats asking his wife to translate everything. In restaurants, markets, supermarkets, immigration, etc. Especially those who have been here for donkey's years.

 

Pick up some Thai, grow a pair and get out there and do things yourselves.

[konaboy]

Gee, I was just asking about general prices. Not about my nut sack!

[youreavinalaff]

23 minutes ago, konaboy said:

Gee, I was just asking about general prices. Not about my nut sack!

It's a relevant point. It's all down to negotiation and who does it.

 

[konaboy]

Sawadee Kropp

[zzaa09]

3 hours ago, youreavinalaff said:

It also depends on whether the westerner has the balls to go and negotiate a deal himself and not hide behind the sofa hoping his wife will do it.

 

It still makes me laugh when I see an expats asking his wife to translate everything. In restaurants, markets, supermarkets, immigration, etc. Especially those who have been here for donkey's years.

 

Pick up some Thai, grow a pair and get out there and do things yourselves.

Yep. All too typical.

And quite pathetic, actually. 

[poohy]

I spent a month in Buriram one afternoon (or was it Surin)????