This Bangkok Neighborhood Has It All (Food, Cocktails, Nightlife)

[@TheSessionBKKPodcast]

We loved that so much! Keith and Taka here. If you want to see our journey hanging out with amazing guys like Chris, we just started our KZbin channel 🎉🎉 give us a looksie!

[@josephjocson1385]

I love that back alley Issankaya restaurant ❤

[@smartbiz888]

Nice neighborhood! The Japanese restaurant where you all started is a place I will visit on my next trip to Bangkok! Food and place looked great! Super ambiance...Kudos to the owner... Soooo much to see and do... I've never visited that part of the city... Love the nooks and crannies of the city... The two young men are a fitting piece of the area IMO... Young, ambitious, doing things...Two thumbs up to them both! Super enjoyable episode, Chris...You're hitting it out of the ballpark! 🙏🙏🙏 👍😎👍

[@curtchesnutt4992]

Thong Lor has the feel of the newer "modern" more cosmopolitan Bangkok. Just another side to a very cool city with a wealth of different experiences...

[@jasonsharp8621]

I enjoy watching these types of videos. I want to retire to Thailand in 3 years or less so I'm taking several trips over there to figure out where I want to live even if it's not permanent. I'm basically calculating out for rent. So I'm looking at pricing my expenses off the higher end condo rentals so if I find something I like for less than estimated then I'd be happy as well. Thanks for the videos.

[@sharbymj]

Stayed at Serene 57 in Thong Lor for a week. Perfect little condo about two blocks from the BTS. Ate breakfast at souffle & souffle pancakes cafe. Unfortunately, it shows that it is temporarily closed. It was my first experience with souffle pancakes. The fun part was watching the cook make the souffles. The Serene 57 was fully booked on my last visit to Bangkok. The neighborhood had a weird vibe to it. Part of old Bangkok meets new Bangkok. Some smaller bars on the side streets, and on the corner of Soi57 and Sukhumvit the were grilling lobsters. It was probably my most relaxing stay in all of Bangkok. The owner of several condos in the building was a lovely Thai lady in her early 40's. I got to meet her mom too. Just lovely people.

[@shaunlaverty8898]

Stayed at Serene 57 a month earlier this year. Lek is a perfect hostess and the location can’t be beat. Reasonable price too.

[@traceylankford8579]

Well that was a fun tour! Definitely going to Thong Lor now! Great bunch of guys!

[@goonerdoy]

Love thonglor/ekkamai....well in lads, good vid! Can you pls do a vid on Ari, another top area in BKK? 😊

[@keithbaird]

I was thinking of doing a video here!

[@phamnhatvuong8169]

Soi Ari is also a good area.

[@BiffBurns]

Great show Chris! Looks like a great time. Enjoy your day 😊!

[@walternyc]

Good to highlight Thong Lor. There are so many cool night spots in Bangkok and 90% of the content in KZbin is just Asok and Nana. Hope to see more videos like this one. Cheers.

[@mrwongus]

I live in thong lor. If you are a tourist, you must check it out for food, drinks, and nightlife. It is very family friendly. If you plan to live in thong lor bring your checkbook because it can be expensive.

[@jayhong1704]

Great vid, very informative as usual 👍🏼 keep up the great work !!

[@ha690]

Thong Lor is somewhat mysterious for tourists because the majority stays in touristy areas like Siam Nana Asoke etc Glad you made this video, finally kinda understood what my friends who used to live there are saying!

[@longbeachcomedy4481]

Firsties! Those pupils tell me it was a good night for you! LOL

[@TimK2646]

Many Leos?

[@andrewrobinson2565]

Waaaaayyyy-stid 😊.

[@Farang_Lifestyles]

Leos and gummies

[@lovehopeandfaith8759]

As a Thai, Thong Lo is my favorite area in Bangkok. It’s such a vibrant and energetic there, also it’s a boujee society. The cafe, restaurant and club there is amazing

[@DeibittoLiang]

Great video. Just wanted to let you know that I was just in Thailand like 1-2 weeks ago and tried your favorite pad krapao place in Raum Saab Market. Probably one of the best tasting pad krapao that I've ever had, at a very cheap price, and the amount was amazing as well (I could barely finish it). Thanks for the amazing recommendations. I'm definitely going to have to try more of the food stalls at Raum Saab Market the next time I go to Thailand.

[@divyas1937]

One of my fav areas of Bangkok and one I love to bring people to who are less familiar with the city and see their reactions - they are in awe at how vibrant, cosmopolitan, modern and cool it is.

[@quantartv19]

Excellent Chris, and good company! 🙂

[@mikeymoose7253]

Thonglor is my favourite place to stay in Bangkok! Very cool, nice neighbourhoods and close enough to the big malls. Loads of Japanese around, too.

[@shaunashton9744]

Hello Chris, I bumped into you and Adam in a Northern Thai restaurant in Thong Lor Rd in December. Our family was staying nearby and really enjoyed it. Next time we visit we will try a different location but will be coming back to Thong Lor eventually.

[@ridgemannikko1045]

iCare Thailand sent me! Love what you’ve done with them!

[@premjitc]

Thanks a ton Chris for this video. We are there in December and will surely stay in this area. Having stayed across Riverside , Asok , Nana , Langsuan, thong lor promises a lot of

[@jackstraw46]

Chris this was one of my favorite videos. Keep up the great work. Love it.

[@mythai05]

Very few cheaper places to drink in the area. The Old English Pub next to the Thonglor BTS station is the only place that comes to mind.

[@shaunlaverty8898]

They also do a great breakfast there.

[@KingRisen-g1n]

Amazing area, Thong Lor, its a very posh area, you can have a good time here,, great neighborhood to walk around, their are farmers Markets up the road.

[@mlrussell1]

Moved from Ekkamai to Thong Lor an absolutely love it. I didn't know it it at the time, but apparently Thong Lor is the Beverly Hills/Rodeo Drive of Bangkok. There''s a nice Japanese restaurant on what I believe is Thong Lor 25

[@TedTalksBass]

This is an awesome video. I’ve been living in Thon Lor for 18 days now. I watched a lot of your videos before I left the states.

[@caseywarren7426]

you got the best life chris, I hope you wake up every day and realize you are living my dream and THE dream. Keep making videos to keep my wanderlust and love for thailand sated until I can join you in 10 years. (waiting on the retirement visa.)

[@bryancole842]

Thanks for the incredible “tour” of Thong Lo… definitely will check it out.

[@b83502105]

Nice guides to Thong lo, thanks you.

[@KMGWorldwide7]

Chris You are amazing x You promote Thailand in an incredibly positive way x

[@travishollingsworth2111]

I live in thong lo at park origin condo. I like it so many places to explore.

[@msquared01]

best info of bkk ever saw on your channel.

[@MeditateMeHigher]

The Commons oh yes ❤❤❤Thong Lor a lot!❤ any affordable condos there to buy? Im born in Ekkamai Whattana so im an Ekkamai girl for life❤😂 Marchè is French for market so the è IS indeed pronounced like InterMarchè🫰awesome supermarket in France! Good to know about the guys pod cast studio really nice set up❤

[@marks8418]

Great video. I live in Pattaya, but Bangkok is my escape on the weekends when it’s not so busy in BKK. Funny they talk about Sukhumvit 11, that’s usually where I stay, but now, thanks to your video I will probably venture out more check out Thong Lor too

[@phamnhatvuong8169]

Soi 11 NANA and Thonglor have completely different lifestyles. NANA is an African and Indian area, Nana has been a red light area for 60 years and remains so today. Thonglor is the opposite of Nana. Thonglor is a chic residential area. And here is known as Little Japan. Rich and famous people from Thailand come to Thonglor to eat and party. Thonglor does not have à gogo bar.

[@brucebarclay1876]

Hello Chris. Great interview. I just returned to the US and stayed near Thong Lor. It is a vibrant area and I will be returning in a few months.

[@Walk-retirement-travel]

I think you will miss the restaurant scene when you move to the islands. Obviously they will have restaurants and different options because it’s a tourist location. It still won’t come close to BKK

[@Wouter_asia]

Big sacrifice to make this video. Thanks buddy😂❤

[@lydiakualapai8372]

Wonderful introduction to Thong lor! And great interviews. I do have one question. Is it common (or uncommon) for bars in this neighborhood to offer some kind of “happy hour” pricing? Thanks again for another great video!

[@songounkham2178]

Hi chriss i really love to watch ur video you are such an amazing man I m original from Laos and raise in Toronto now I m retired from Big three company hopefully some day I ll see you in Thailand

[@obccy22]

Thank you for good video ❤

[@damienburke5596]

Love the videos going in June ur given me a great experience about Live in Bangkok thanks

[@epasternak4206]

Been there, stayed a week in this area, loved it.

[@ShelbyCorGT500]

Love you Chris Parker !!! Going to look up in August 2024 !!!

[@MM-kq8gc]

have stayed in thong lor several times..... great restaurants . bars..... you definitely feel the area is what my Thai friends call high so(society) with a mix of foreigners. I am keen to stay in a different area on my next visit but it is hard to avoid thong lor!

[@JohnDeiana]

Maan I’ve been watching your videos all day I’ll be in Bangkok on the 29th I’m bloody struggling in Australia well not really but I want to be in Thailand the novelty of driving this Kenworth has worn off now I need to do some hard core chilling out in Thailand lol 😅thanks to your videos it brightens my day ❤👍👍

[@shaunlaverty8898]

Can’t go to Thong Lo area without swinging by the Burger Box on Thong Lo Soi 13!

[@RobFomenko]

Great video and a great place to live it looks like. But I looked in the condos in that area and they are priced much higher than other places in Bangkok. It seems like a good place to visit.

[@BurningtunaDC]

Another great video. Allow me to give a shoutout to Speakbox which is a dive bar that has live music. Sometimes it's cover bands and sometimes original. I went to their open mic which was awesome. Fatty's Burgers also has original live music and open mics.

[@marioduarte3595]

Hi, friend, I like your information

[@SomruckLHeard]

My husband and I planning to visit Bangkok in June. Should we get Airbnb or hotel?

[@Lauder86]

This video is timed perfectly. I'm staying in Thong Lo in 2 weeks time 😂.

[@C_CZ2]

I love Thonglor. Love the commons!

[@user-ki4hu4cm8l]

Nice insights. Thanks for sharing. Let's get a thong lor condos for rent video going.

[@flagshipbuilds]

Great vibes!

[@SonderScope]

Love your videos man. 12 more hours to go. So want to meet up if possible.

[@user-mk2lx7ys8r]

Good morning Chris, are you aware of Chiropractic services in Thailand? Where does a an expat (or Thai) go to get the occasional adjustment? Thanks.

[@TheLungNuad]

Have a nice day.Chris.

[@JacksparowLL]

Night life around Thonglor is one of the best part.Ari is more clam and best in daytime.

[@genericchannel5899]

So, here's the real question: how much are 1br condos in the area? Any nice places within stumbling distance?

[@thipakorn-v6o]

มากดไลก์คนแรก

[@user-dy2qq5wh4b]

Q; are there any fun rooftop DJ scene nearby?

[@shaunlaverty8898]

Two rooftop bars right across from each other. One at the Marriott and one in the T-One building. You’ll need to make reservations at both.

[@nunnaza]

Wow Chris! This is the THIRD time that I've seen you drop your "family friendly" persona. Is this the start of something different or is it really the beer talking??? 😂😂😂

[@JinandToniq]

Lol the Japanese dude didn't know how to convey himself properly. He coulda just said because Japanese people own it the standards would be higher from a Japanese perspective as it's Japanese food. Vs. saying that Japanese people just have higher standards than Thai people in general which is pretty fucked up

[@NerdVenturesAbroad]

What I don't like about Thonglor is the traffic / the time it takes to / from Sukhumvit at certain times. This will likely change when they finally build the BMA Grey Line monorail (described on Wikipedia, construction ca. 2026-2030).

[@PizzaLord]

this vid is only a couple of months old an apartments in those building are 2000 to 3000 USD per month it seems on airbnb

[@loveulez]

Good stuff. I’m in Thong Lo most days, in Choo Choo hemp opposite Samitivej hospital. My favourite place in Bangkok.

[@D.N.A.23]

Nice area bro 😊

[@alvaradomarco9838]

Goood video nice vibe to bad Ilost it .... next time

[@WR4TH-TGL]

You hammered, high or both in this video?😂😂😂😂❤

[@MrD_2112]

I was looking for this comment. 😁🤓🤫👍

[@Regi869]

Had a fun night 😉

[@ds5771]

Drunk and slurring in so many of his videos

[@evastimenow9321]

Could you make a video of a Muslim neighborhoods in Bangkok where they have a lot of halal food options perhaps?

[@sjw4life546]

So, basically, Thong lor is like Greenwich Village circa 1963?

[@KIR23679]

Please don't compare our lovely city to anything Bangkok. It's insulting! TL is dressed up but at the core very basic with inflated prices. I've seen better restaurants in bar around the city in other neighbors.

[@Irish-in-Bangkok.]

Chris had a few Changs before making this vid...me thinks 😜

[@ThailandThomas]

Nice discovery Chris. Looks like a cool neighborhood. See ya for shots.

[@mikeyboy3054]

Hom Duan Ekkami is simply the best Khao Soi I've ever had, even including Chiang Mai. Nice to see it get a shout out here. The Khun Yai is such a hard working, nice lady.

[@lovinthailand921]

What ?! No way! That place’s khao soi is highly disappointing and expensive. It’s literally at the bottom of my khao soi list..

[@ringovski1980]

Looks very hip and cosmopolitan makes me want to move there.😅

[@travishollingsworth2111]

That Japanese isan restaurant. My friend is the owner. 5555

[@scottisaac2218]

Good video. But drop the “R”.

[@Marcontheroad]

My Home!

[@yahyasibrahimstales7905]

Can you play comment on police of thonglor? Just read some scary things about them being aggressive to tourists and all.

[@ThaiStyle]

ทองหล่อ (Gold Handsome) 🤭

[@crispusattucks2771]

Thong Lor, inebriated edition.

[@thegoldcoastvibe]

Chris I`ll be arriving in Bangkok on the 19th. Let me know if you are free for a beer and bring your Nephew also.

[@Ricoenamor-t1x]

Yeah bring heylee also

[@thegoldcoastvibe]

@@Ricoenamor-t1x :) Roger that.

[@rickyd9366]

Rewind aboot 6 or 7 Leos. 😎

[@GreetingsFromArrakis]

The voice 😂😂

[@Techfanatic73]

Bro looks 3 sheets into the wind...Lol. Enjoy lol.

[@rfpeace]

@chris: Dude, you're completely ignoring ever subtle guiding pronunciation cue from these guys, the "r" is silent! Actually, you know this, Thai doesn't really have an "r" sound.. love you brother!

[@KIR23679]

He's never gonna change! I hate the way he announces Songkran😂

[@rfpeace]

@@KIR23679 I think it's a Canadian thing? Although I'm a Californian so I'm sure many would question my accent/knowledge base? Legend all the same gotta love all that is the Chris:) cheers!

[@rfpeace]

@@KIR23679 ​ I think it's a Canadian thing? Although I'm a Californian so I'm sure many would question my accent/knowledge base? Legend all the same gotta love all that is the Chris:) cheers!

[@gerardbeck457]

Yah know, I don’t think I’ve ever seen Chris actually reply to any comments. Is it just me?? I’ve had replies on many other videos!

[@KIR23679]

Not his KZbin style unless the comment is super spicy or a huge compliment.

[@SmokeyBBQBits]

Chris we’re in Bangkok 🎉 where are you at!! Come to Khao San Road, tonight please ❤❤

[@reene-u1e]

Can i get their Ig fron thonglo?

[@HalimWander]

from america 😅

[@KIR23679]

Imported 😂

[@oSnapMillerTime]

Oh he drunk 😂

[@attilab317]

Looks fun but Sounds to me like Thong Lor is a pretty expensive district more aimed for expats and the remark of one of them that it doesent really feel like Thailand is not very appealing either.

[@KIR23679]

Please use your brain. TL was here before Expats came along. It's like any other place. If you can afford it go. If you can't afford find somewhere else.

[@Renovegas6109]

😅

[@nickg505]

Lmao, we're hanging out soon brother

[@deeetstein2415]

I live in Thonglor- you didn’t begin to give it justice. You spent so much time talking about Japanese restaurants and didn’t even mention the many other types of cuisine. This is the poorest of your videos… you should make another comprehensive video; sober and researched.

[@rajjr007]

Not cool. Talking about other businesses with the owner. He looked really uncomfortable. Otherwise good video.

[@sthardman]

I was thinking the same thing

[@KIR23679]

​@@sthardmanwow! Bangkok has you now. Grow a pair!

[@Alpha30004]

@@KIR23679 you have never and will never have a pair of their own. Sad but we can see why

[@reene-u1e]

well if you earn money

[@jomthongbkk4582]

ฉันคิดว่า การบริหารการค้าขายแบบชาวจีน ทำให้ลูกจ้างยากจนมาก เพราะชอบไล่ออกจากงาน ชอบไถเงินลูกจ้าง จนซื้อบ้านซื้อรถยนต์ไม่ได้ และควบคุมลูกจ้างให้เอาผู้ชายที่ไม่รับผิดชอบ จนทิ้งกันหลายคน พังประเทศไทยสำเร็จ ฉันถึงไม่อยากได้สังคมเอเซีย ร่ำรวยจากการค้าขาย เก็บสมบัติ บ้านและที่ดิน จำนวนมาก จน รุ่นลูกทำงานหาเลี้ยงหลานไม่เป็น เหมือนแม่ของฉัน มีตาและยายชาวจีนค้าขายหาเงินเลี้ยงลูก เงินหมดก็ขอ ขอ เงิน จนทำงานไม่เป็น ฉันเกิดมาก็ต้องมาช่วยงานแม่ตั้งแต่เด็กทั้งล้างจาน ถูบ้าน พอโตขึ้นก็หาเงินเลี้ยงแม่ เพราะแม่ไม่เคยทำงาน เห็นของใครก็หยิบขโมย เพราะอยู่กับตากับยาย แม่ก็หยิบเงินหยิบของในร้านค้าบ่อย ๆ จนเป็นนิสัยว่า เอาอะไรของใครก็ได้

[@MeditateMeHigher]

Chinese are now getting their Karma don't worry kha❤

[@eleanderolyphant9385]

Hilarious how Chris makes no attempt to pronounce any Thai words correctly. “Lor”, among many others.

[@ojbkk]

Thong Lor has so much more to offer then presented in this company commercial. There is much more then japanese food and places with drunk foreigners. Its still Thailand.

[@keithbaird]

Like Hom Duan the Northern Thai restaurant mentioned and Era Izaan, the Isaan restaurant mentioned

[@ojbkk]

@@keithbaird go to the North to eat northern food and go to Japan/Isaan to eat japanese/isaan food.