Opium Bar
Bangkok, Thailand
On a busy road in Bangkok’s Samphanthawong neighbourhood, set over two floors within fine-dining restaurant Potong, lies Opium, a hidden speakeasy drawing on its local area of Chinatown as much as it does on New York’s drinking establishments. Named after the opium den that’s said to have previously occupied the space, these rooms are presumably more upmarket now, with a luxurious interior. The drinks offering revolves around the concept of “liquid surreality”, with an extensive, seasonal list divided into various categories, with various classics and twists. Apéritifs lead to Lighter and Low Alcohol Cocktails, before the menu heads towards Sparkling Cocktails and more. In the Duos section, in which two or more spirits form the base of each cocktail, there’s the Lao Vord, for example, with gin joined by a Niam leaf distillate and vermouth. Don’t miss the bottle infusions, such as a Vesper, for two to three people. Bar snacks are on point too, created by the Potong team. If that all isn’t enough to explore, there’s a private room and a rooftop space too.
Key Information
- Average price per cocktail $10
- Thu – Mon
- +66 82 979 3950
- Visit Opium Bar's Website
Location
422 Vanich 1 Rd, Samphanthawong, Bangkok, 10100
