jagi00 Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 There are several good restaurants with music in the San Sai area but can anyone recommend any bars in the area - maybe with some music/TV/pool/socialise with the other customers??? The Western Bar has some good live music but no bar as such and the food leaves a lot to be desired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellodolly Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Not trying to put you down. But you asked question that got me thinking. Your post said "can anyone recommend any bars in the area -maybe with some music/TV/pool/socialise with the other customers" It got me to thinking why is it that bars are where every one goes to socialize and meet people. On another thread a 24 year old lady asked where she could meet some people to socialize and site see with and all the answers came back with bars. I suggested try a popular coffee house. Go see what she wanted to see and she might find like minded people there. Just wondering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krupnik Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 (edited) Bamboo Bar - San Sai Noi. No pool table, but otherwise I think it would suit what you are asking. It's cheap too. Edited October 31, 2012 by Krupnik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diablo Bob Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Bamboo Bar - San Sai Noi. No pool table, but otherwise I think it would suit would you are asking. It's cheap too. Is this the Bamboo Bar so famous with the NIS Administrators? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagi00 Posted October 31, 2012 Author Share Posted October 31, 2012 Not trying to put you down. But you asked question that got me thinking. Your post said "can anyone recommend any bars in the area -maybe with some music/TV/pool/socialise with the other customers" It got me to thinking why is it that bars are where every one goes to socialize and meet people. On another thread a 24 year old lady asked where she could meet some people to socialize and site see with and all the answers came back with bars. I suggested try a popular coffee house. Go see what she wanted to see and she might find like minded people there. Just wondering. I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancid Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Shows how ignorant I am, disn't even know Sansai had an active bar scene. In fact why does it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elektrified Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Shows how ignorant I am, disn't even know Sansai had an active bar scene. In fact why does it? It doesn't. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellodolly Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Not trying to put you down. But you asked question that got me thinking. Your post said "can anyone recommend any bars in the area -maybe with some music/TV/pool/socialise with the other customers" It got me to thinking why is it that bars are where every one goes to socialize and meet people. On another thread a 24 year old lady asked where she could meet some people to socialize and site see with and all the answers came back with bars. I suggested try a popular coffee house. Go see what she wanted to see and she might find like minded people there. Just wondering. I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Sorry about that. My mistake. I thought you were just looking for a place to meet people. I was out in never never land again (I am sure thee will be some along to confirm that) and it did not cross my mind that it was only evening entertainment you were interested in. Sorry about that. Can't help you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beetlejuice Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Not trying to put you down. But you asked question that got me thinking. Your post said "can anyone recommend any bars in the area -maybe with some music/TV/pool/socialise with the other customers" It got me to thinking why is it that bars are where every one goes to socialize and meet people. On another thread a 24 year old lady asked where she could meet some people to socialize and site see with and all the answers came back with bars. I suggested try a popular coffee house. Go see what she wanted to see and she might find like minded people there. Just wondering. Because this is Chiang Mai, where there are virtually no social meeting places for farangs and many consider the bars as the best or only options for perhaps being able to mix and have conversations with other Western visitors or ex-pats. These do not necessarily have to be girly bars, but drinking establishments something like a local pub in England. There are sports activities that people can join, such as tennis or joining a gym, but not everyone is in to sports or keep fit, so that mostly leaves only the bars to recommend. There are a few coffee shops around, but again, coffee shops are not everyone’s cup of tea and many are not open during the late hours and the owners do not like customers lingering for too long periods. Makes perfect sense to me and don`t see anything odd about it, unless you know of better alternatives that you could recommend where farangs can socialise and hang out on a regular basis which are not too expensive? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anto Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 Bamboo Bar - San Sai Noi. No pool table, but otherwise I think it would suit what you are asking. It's cheap too. The owner is a nice jovial host but the place is a bit of a kip .My wife refuses to use the toilets there and so can not be perswaded to go .Also he has a big screen showing football every night ,with people glued to it .For people uninterested in Socker its not much cop .. There is a new bar restaurant called Andrews which opened about 6 months ago .It is also run by an English man ,and is very clean and well presented .It deserves more customers than it presently gets .Its near to the small Tesco/Lotus on the outer ring road the 121 .Take the road at that traffic lights towards town direction and its down about 100 meters on the left .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oscar2 Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 Bamboo Bar - San Sai Noi. No pool table, but otherwise I think it would suit what you are asking. It's cheap too. The owner is a nice jovial host but the place is a bit of a kip .My wife refuses to use the toilets there and so can not be perswaded to go .Also he has a big screen showing football every night ,with people glued to it .For people uninterested in Socker its not much cop .. There is a new bar restaurant called Andrews which opened about 6 months ago .It is also run by an English man ,and is very clean and well presented .It deserves more customers than it presently gets .Its near to the small Tesco/Lotus on the outer ring road the 121 .Take the road at that traffic lights towards town direction and its down about 100 meters on the left .. Bamboo Bar is not the most comfortable place although the people are friendly. they desperately need more [comfortable] tables and chairs and a good cleaning wouldn't hurt! the other place mentioned is much more comfortable. the owner is an Aussie. nice chap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anto Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 >>the other place mentioned is much more comfortable. the owner is an Aussie. nice chap<< He is English but has spent many years in Australia .His toilets are spotless ,as is the rest of the place . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krupnik Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Coming from the 118 in the direction from Doi Soiket turn left at the junction to go on to the ring road. On the ring road, take the second small exit (very soon) and then take the first right. Go straight over the crossroads. You will see the bar when you reach the temple at the end of the street, on the right hand side. Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diablo Bob Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Coming from the 118 in the direction from Doi Soiket turn left at the junction to go on to the ring road. On the ring road, take the second small exit (very soon) and then take the first right. Go straight over the crossroads. You will see the bar when you reach the temple at the end of the street, on the right hand side. Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. This is a Google Earth shot showing the location of the Bamboo Bar in relation to Rimping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagi00 Posted November 1, 2012 Author Share Posted November 1, 2012 Thanks Bob I'll check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anto Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 (edited) >>Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. < Its Barney Flintstone more like ,but Jules and his wife Denise are nice people and good hosts .Its just that i hate football ,and its always the topic of conversation there .When the subject gets to Motorcycles which Jules knows a lot about then i am interested . Edited November 1, 2012 by anto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlanetX Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 (edited) Shows how ignorant I am, disn't even know Sansai had an active bar scene. In fact why does it? It doesn't. Of course it does. Its amazing what happens when you leave the moat Edited November 1, 2012 by PlanetX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krupnik Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 >>Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. < Its Barney Flintstone more like ,but Jules and his wife Denise are nice people and good hosts .Its just that i hate football ,and its always the topic of conversation there .When the subject gets to Motorcycles which Jules knows a lot about then i am interested . I have never discussed football or motorcycles when I have been there (I know nothing about either topic) and I have spoken with Joolz and Denise a lot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muchogra Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Coming from the 118 in the direction from Doi Soiket turn left at the junction to go on to the ring road. On the ring road, take the second small exit (very soon) and then take the first right. Go straight over the crossroads. You will see the bar when you reach the temple at the end of the street, on the right hand side. Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. Which ring road please, first ring or second ring (121)? The map posted by DiabloBo seems to say 1001 insead of 118 (CM-Doisaket Road). As I live on 121 and it would be handy for me to head there or Andrews to get a few drinks when my wife gets into an argument with me the next time which is very soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elektrified Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Coming from the 118 in the direction from Doi Soiket turn left at the junction to go on to the ring road. On the ring road, take the second small exit (very soon) and then take the first right. Go straight over the crossroads. You will see the bar when you reach the temple at the end of the street, on the right hand side. Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. Which ring road please, first ring or second ring (121)? The map posted by DiabloBo seems to say 1001 insead of 118 (CM-Doisaket Road). As I live on 121 and it would be handy for me to head there or Andrews to get a few drinks when my wife gets into an argument with me the next time which is very soon. LOL They are referring to Thannon Somphot Chiang Mai 700 Pi which is what they are calling the Ring Road - I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krupnik Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Coming from the 118 in the direction from Doi Soiket turn left at the junction to go on to the ring road. On the ring road, take the second small exit (very soon) and then take the first right. Go straight over the crossroads. You will see the bar when you reach the temple at the end of the street, on the right hand side. Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. Which ring road please, first ring or second ring (121)? The map posted by DiabloBo seems to say 1001 insead of 118 (CM-Doisaket Road). As I live on 121 and it would be handy for me to head there or Andrews to get a few drinks when my wife gets into an argument with me the next time which is very soon. LOL They are referring to Thannon Somphot Chiang Mai 700 Pi which is what they are calling the Ring Road - I think. Correct! I think it is also called the first ring road. I have no idea why the roads in Chiang Mai have various names as well as a numerical one! Hope you manage to find it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muchogra Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 elektrified, we newbies need ah wood sor (experienced ones) like yourself to advise us, that's for sure. This forum is very helpful indeed. You see, the next time my wife pisses me off and drives me out I don't want to go into town and not able to find it back home. Last time in CM with our daughter, they ganged up on me. I drove out into town to drink and it took me more than a couple of hours to find it back home. Nancy said my wife should have taken me to get a VD test. LOL... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elektrified Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 Correct! I think it is also called the first ring road. I have no idea why the roads in Chiang Mai have various names as well as a numerical one! Hope you manage to find it. I've given up on the idea of "ring roads" as every time I have said that to a Thai, they always give me that look of huhhh?? always followed by pai nai??? In fact I don't think Thannon Somphot Chiang Mai 700 Pi even has a number. I could be wrong but I haven't noticed it. I believe the next one further away from the center is the 121 which the Thais refer to as "supa", not to be confused with the No. 11 Super Highway which they also call "supa". Anyways, good luck finding the bar. It's not too difficult once you get the first time it is easy to find afterwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinBKK Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 Could someone please post the gps coordinates of the bar. I can't find it. Thank you. Sent from my GT-N7000B using Thaivisa Connect App Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diablo Bob Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 (edited) I dont usually drink coffee in the evening but looking for a local venue where I can enjoy a couple of beers and maybe meet some new faces. I was not aware of the Bamboo Bar, can you advise directions soo that I can check it out. Coming from the 118 in the direction from Doi Soiket turn left at the junction to go on to the ring road. On the ring road, take the second small exit (very soon) and then take the first right. Go straight over the crossroads. You will see the bar when you reach the temple at the end of the street, on the right hand side. Yes it is a bit rustic, but it has a really great atmosphere. Which ring road please, first ring or second ring (121)? The map posted by DiabloBo seems to say 1001 insead of 118 (CM-Doisaket Road). As I live on 121 and it would be handy for me to head there or Andrews to get a few drinks when my wife gets into an argument with me the next time which is very soon. LOL They are referring to Thannon Somphot Chiang Mai 700 Pi which is what they are calling the Ring Road - I think. The 1001 is the road out to Mae Jo. the ring road is labeled on Google Earth as Thanon Somphot Chiang Mai 700 Pi . From the 1001, go right on to the ring road. Just before you merge onto the ring road there are two roads going to the LEFT. The 1st goes into a housing tract take the second road. Around 300m up this road there is a "Y" intersection, go right. When you hit the next stop sign, go straight ahead for 150m and the Bamboo Bar will be on your right side. Edited November 5, 2012 by Diablo Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elektrified Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 Do all of you people know that the bar in question is literally a hole in the wall? I'm not saying anything bad about it, in fact the people there are very friendly and drink prices are fair. But it is a tiny little place with limited seating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krupnik Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 Do all of you people know that the bar in question is literally a hole in the wall? I'm not saying anything bad about it, in fact the people there are very friendly and drink prices are fair. But it is a tiny little place with limited seating. Yeah it's pretty small compared to other places, but that is an exaggeration. There are about six tables with benches etc, as well as the stools around the bar, I think we must have sat more than thirty people in there before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausmatt Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Could someone please post the gps coordinates of the bar. I can't find it. Thank you. Sent from my GT-N7000B using 18.828479 / 99.038569 - take a look at the website do a google search for: andrewsatsansai you will find a link to google maps there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elektrified Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Could someone please post the gps coordinates of the bar. I can't find it. Thank you. Sent from my GT-N7000B using 18.828479 / 99.038569 - take a look at the website do a google search for: andrewsatsansai you will find a link to google maps there LOL nice one..subtle indeed. Hey they are both good options in Sansai for a drink or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junglechef Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 My suggestion is for newbies and anyone who gets confused with main roads as is easy due to the numerous names and lack of landmarks is to look at a map and get an understanding of the big picture of the area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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