Jazz & Blues bar at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. From its modest start in 1953, The Bamboo Bar has evolved into a celebrated Bangkok institution, drawing jazz enthusiasts from around the world. This iconic spot, Bangkok's first jazz venue, retains its sensual 1950s ambience. The Mandarin Oriental's acclaimed mixologist team masterfully crafts drinks and cocktails, notably the recently-introduced The Evolution menu. Inspired by the natural progression of bamboo and featuring local ingredients, The Evolution menu embodies The Bamboo Bar's ethos: a legendary jazz establishment perpetually adapting and evolving with the times. Also available is an extensive list of classic cocktails to fuel the evening. A live band featuring a jazz vocalist takes the stage from Monday to Thursday, 8pm to 11:45pm, and on Fridays to Saturdays from 8pm to 12:45am. On Sundays, a pianist performs from 9pm to 11:45pm.
Gentlemen must wear long trousers and closed shoes; sleeveless shirts for men are never allowed. Ladies are asked to wear elegant attire and proper footwear. Shorts and slippers are banned and the code is enforced from 6:30pm.
Signature cocktails run 580-620 THB, among them the Smoked Bamboo at 580, the Vesper at 600 and the New York Sazerac at 620. Add 10% service, 7% VAT and 11% excise tax.
This venue does not publish a menu. Figures reported in 2026 - treat them as a guide, not a current price list. Source
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