Juxtabar sits at 672/65 Soi Charoen Krung 28, presenting a cocktail list of more than 100 drinks without the stiffness that sometimes comes with an ambitious bar programme. Founders Ratish Sachathamakul and Jennifer Evans bring experience from Cholos and Birdies, while the food connection means a night can move naturally between cocktails and Mexican-inspired bites.
The bar lists daily hours from 5.30pm to 1.30am, although it advises checking social channels for changes. There is no formal dress code. The better preparation is to know the flavour, strength and budget you want, then let the team direct you across originals, classics and no- or low-alcohol options.
Start With A Signature
The Bangkok Sling, created by Jennifer Evans, is the obvious reference point for a first visit. Ask how it balances fruit, acidity, spice and spirit before ordering, especially if you normally avoid sweet drinks. A signature should introduce the bar’s voice, not trap you into a style you dislike. If it does not suit, describe a favourite classic and the team can point towards a more compatible original.
Order By Flavour
A list of more than 100 drinks is easier when reduced to a few decisions: bright or rich, sparkling or still, spirit-forward or refreshing, familiar or experimental. Mention ingredients you dislike and any allergy. Bartenders can make better suggestions from sensory preferences than from a demand for the strongest drink. Ask the current price before committing when the menu format or special ingredient makes it unclear.
Use No And Low Options
A bar night does not require alcohol in every glass. Juxtabar includes lower- and no-alcohol choices, which help designated drivers and anyone pacing a long evening. Ask for a drink with the same attention to acidity, aroma and texture as a cocktail rather than settling for a generic soft drink. Alternating with water slows the night and keeps palate fatigue from flattening later orders.
Add Cholos Food
The Cholos connection brings food that can anchor the drinking. Order early rather than waiting until the final round, and ask about the night’s menu because service can differ from a full restaurant. Spiced, salty and fried dishes can change how a cocktail tastes, so pair brighter drinks with richer food. Dietary and allergy questions should go directly to staff, including sauces, nuts, dairy and shared fryers.
Choose Your Seat
A bar seat suits solo visitors and anyone who wants recommendations. Tables work better for groups and food, while outdoor or doorway positions can carry street noise and heat. Reserve or call ahead on busy nights if seating matters. The relaxed mood is part of Juxtabar’s appeal, but a compact shophouse has finite space. Keep bags controlled and let staff maintain working routes around the counter. Larger groups should confirm whether one table can be held and arrive together, because staggered arrivals can leave unused seats during the busiest part of service.
Explore Charoen Krung
The address fits a wider evening around the riverside creative district, galleries, restaurants and older shophouses. Avoid overloading the route with too many cocktail stops. Choose one dinner, Juxtabar and perhaps a short walk, then preserve time for transport. Pavements can be uneven and crossings busy after dark. A river or gallery visit earlier in the day creates a more rounded reason to come than bar-hopping alone.
Get Home Safely
Call +66 65 515 7255 if you need to confirm hours or find the entrance. Plan a taxi or ride-hailing pickup before the final drink, and do not drive after drinking. Share the vehicle details with your group and wait inside until it arrives. Keep a count of drinks, eat, drink water and stop when judgement changes. The strongest Juxtabar visit is an unhurried one where the cocktails remain memorable and everyone reaches home safely.
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Questions
Does Juxtabar have a dress code?
No formal dress code is listed. Dress comfortably for a Bangkok bar.
Are alcohol-free drinks available?
Yes. The programme includes no- and low-alcohol choices.
Can I eat at the bar?
Yes. Cholos food forms part of the experience, subject to the night’s menu.
What time does Juxtabar close?
It lists 1.30am, but check current social updates before travelling.
Practical Information
- Address: 672/65 Soi Charoen Krung 28, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500.
- Hours: Listed daily from 5.30pm to 1.30am; check current updates.
- Drinks: More than 100 originals, classics and no- or low-alcohol options.
- Food: Cholos brings Mexican-inspired bar food to the programme.
- Telephone: +66 65 515 7255.
- Bar details: Check the current menu and hours
