Thigh Bar
Thigh Bar sits on Patpong 2, the quieter of the two parallel streets that make up the Patpong entertainment district. The bar is compact, seating around 25 to 30 customers along a short stage and a bar counter. The interior is straightforward, no theme, no elaborate decor, just a clean space with decent lighting and a sound system that keeps the music at a conversational level. Around 8 to 12 dancers work each shift, rotating between the stage and the floor. Patpong 2 has a different character from the main strip. The foot traffic is lighter, the touts are less aggressive, and the overall pace is slower. Thigh Bar reflects that. Drink prices sit below the Patpong 1 average, and the staff take a more relaxed approach to customer interactions. The venue draws a mix of visitors who stumbled over from Patpong 1 and regulars who specifically seek out the quieter side street.
Where to stay near Thigh Bar
Hotels and rentals within walking distance.
What to Expect
A quiet, small go-go bar on Patpong's less-trafficked second street. The atmosphere is noticeably calmer than Patpong 1. Workers are friendly without being pushy, and the compact space creates an intimate setting.
Quiet and intimate, with a neighborhood bar feel despite the go-go format.
Thai pop and soft rock at low to moderate volume
Casual. No requirements.
Visitors who find Patpong 1 too hectic and want a quieter alternative steps away
Cash only (Thai baht).
Price Range
Beer 130 THB, cocktail 190 THB, lady drink 160 THB, bar fine 600 THB
Beer ~$3.90/~3.50 EUR, cocktail ~$5.70/~5.20 EUR, lady drink ~$4.80/~4.30 EUR
Hours
19:00-01:00 daily
Insider Tip
Patpong 2 has almost no touts, making the walk from Silom Road more pleasant. The bar closes earlier than Patpong 1 venues, so visit before midnight. Drink prices are 15-20% lower than the main strip.
Full Review
Thigh Bar is the kind of place you find when you're tired of being shouted at by touts on Patpong 1 and decide to explore the parallel street. Patpong 2 is calmer by a wide margin, and Thigh Bar embodies that calm.
The bar itself is small and simple. A short stage, a bar counter, some tables, and enough space for maybe 25 people. The lighting is softer than the neon-heavy bars on the main strip, and the music stays at a level where you don't need to shout. Dancers rotate through short sets, and the workers who approach your table do so without urgency.
Pricing is where Thigh Bar shines. Beer at 130 THB is notably cheaper than the 150 to 190 THB you'll pay on Patpong 1. Lady drinks at 160 THB and a bar fine of 600 THB make this one of the most affordable options in the entire Patpong district. Bills are calculated by hand, but they've been accurate in my experience.
The trade-off is a smaller lineup and earlier closing time. The bar winds down around 01:00, about 30 minutes before the Patpong 1 venues. The dancer selection is limited, especially on weeknights. But for a budget evening or a break from the intensity of the main strip, it fills the role well.
The Neighborhood
Patpong 2 runs parallel to the main Patpong 1 strip. The Surawong Road end has several LGBT-oriented bars. Silom Road and its BTS/MRT connections are at the southern end.
Getting There
BTS to Sala Daeng or MRT to Si Lom. Walk north from Silom Road; Patpong 2 is the second parallel street on your right.
Address
Patpong 2
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Black Pagoda
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The Strip
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Bada Bing
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DJ Station
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Pink Panther
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