Travel on Sukhimvit

[Long John 1,841]

Was about time I booked accommodation for my upcoming trip and after checking prices decided to give my normal area the flick. Have booked a condo in Soi 55. Hot tub, pool etc. Quite a way from my usual haunt in Soi11. I need a change anyway. Anybody stayed down around Soi 55?  Soi 11 is like an old pair of shoes, and I just cruise around on autopilot, and very convenient for dragging girls back to the room.

I am guessing a taxi would be the best way to travel down to 55 from the triangle. Don't think the girls would be too impressed about getting on the train?

[Genghis 3,032]

5 hours ago, Long John said:

Anybody stayed down around Soi 55?

I've been living on one of the Thonglor (or Soi 55) side streets for the last year when in Bangkok. Happy to help if I can.

It's an excellent area for nightlife etc and much nicer in some ways, Thonglor is famous for being HiSo so it's obviously a nice area however the scene there might not be to everyone's taste. I like it there - mostly (some deliberately HiSo bullshit there annoys me) but it's nothing like Lower Sukhumvit for p4p options. There are a few p4p places like BJ bars, massage joints and more Japanese focused places in the area but that might not be what you want but it's really not an area known for that. I can give you some more information if interested.

Where on Soi Thonglor is your condo? It's a long Soi and the best action begins quite a distance up from Sukhumvit.

Grab or Bolt can get you to the LB triangle quite quickly but with taxis they may take a bit longer if you end up on Sukhumvit in the traffic of course.

You might or might not not be interested in trawling around the clubs and some of the coolest bars in the area but you can find some really hot girls there, some might be interested in a bit of freelance work but it's not really that scene. I've bumped into a few current and ex CIB girls there on nights off too. It wouldn't surprise me if any LBs you're on LT with would jump at the chance for a night out there instead of the usual spots.

Edited August 18, 2025 by Genghis

[Space Monkey 4]

I’ve stayed at Centrepoint Thong Lo (= soi 55). Just take a taxi. Easy.

BTS Thong Lo is just a short moto taxi away if you prefer that. Some hotels offer a Tuktuk/ golf cart service to BTS. Centrepoint did.

Food wise I wasn’t impressed. In daytime some great streetfood stalls opposite Centrepoint, restaurant wise not impressed.

[Genghis 3,032]

1 hour ago, Space Monkey said:

Food wise I wasn’t impressed. In daytime some great streetfood stalls opposite Centrepoint, restaurant wise not impressed.

I'm surprised to read this as Thonglor as well as the nearby areas of Phrom Phong and Ekkamai have some of the best places to eat in the city at a wide range of prices (albeit some are overpriced in Thonglor itself). 

Personally I find the food to be much better than in Lower Sukhumvit but as a rule that goes for most places in Bangkok compared to a farang focused area like Nana. I guess it's just a matter of personal taste though. There's quite a bit that annoys me about the area (despite liking it overall) but the food there is one of the positives for me at least.

If any restaurant or bar recommendations are wanted I can help with that but won't just spam them here otherwise.

Edited August 18, 2025 by Genghis

[Space Monkey 4]

I found it hard to find a restaurant that fitted my needs, well being and made me comfortable to be there.

 

I visited a “Michelin recommended” restaurant but found the food was poor. Prices were high.

 

I decided to take food at midday from the food stall opposite the hotel and ordered in (grab) in the evening and eat in my room.

 

But of course, this is just my opinion. Others may find the food to be excellent. And fair to say it was in 2022, just after Thailand opened up after Covid. I’ve stayed at the same hotel in 2023 and 2024, but ordered in or ate at Det5 (soi 8).

[Edisto 1,162]

Yeah the worst food in Bangkok is hands down in Sukhumvit. And you mooks who go on about DET 5 being great, well....I'll keep my mouth shut.

Pretty hard to NOT find great food st all price points outside of Suk especially in places like Thonglor Ekkamai Sathorn and Silom which are just on the perimeter.

[taaseesanuk 4,820]

2 hours ago, Edisto said:

Yeah the worst food in Bangkok is hands down in Sukhumvit. And you mooks who go on about DET 5 being great, well....I'll keep my mouth shut.

Pretty hard to NOT find great food st all price points outside of Suk especially in places like Thonglor Ekkamai Sathorn and Silom which are just on the perimeter.

To be fair there probably is better options outside of Sukhumvit but Det 5 has always been consistently good in my opinion 

[Genghis 3,032]

28 minutes ago, taaseesanuk said:

To be fair there probably is better options outside of Sukhumvit but Det 5 has always been consistently good in my opinion 

Just so this doesn't turn into a thread where people think I'm slating any particular restaurants or customers I'd better point out that not only have I never knowingly been to Det 5, I have no idea where it is.

To the OP @Long John if you want some tips on the Thonglor area, I'd be happy to help if possible. It's a good area and should still be convenient enough for your mongering needs as well as offering a change of scenery.

 

BTW, I did enjoy your use of the word "mooks" @Edisto . Not enough people use that word in my opinion and it seemed I've been fighting that battle alone for too long now. I'll have to buy you a beer some time.

[Unavowed 1,637]

A vaguely related question since the OP asked about travel, but is the (supposed) crackdown on not wearing helmets on moto taxis being enforced or has this gone back to normal now? If I go to Thonglo I usually take the BTS and then a moto from the corner and don’t fancy a 2,000 baht fine!

[Denbosch1971 7,984]

4 hours ago, Unavowed said:

A vaguely related question since the OP asked about travel, but is the (supposed) crackdown on not wearing helmets on moto taxis being enforced or has this gone back to normal now? If I go to Thonglo I usually take the BTS and then a moto from the corner and don’t fancy a 2,000 baht fine!

It's not really enforced! I regularly take trips on motorbikes around Sukhumvit, never had an issue with it. Sometimes drivers don't even wear a helmet. But ofcourse, if you meet an enthusiastic one    I wouldn't worry too much though ...

[Genghis 3,032]

Finding a motorbike taxi or Grab with a spare helmet that fits me is very often a problem. Do you guys also encounter that or is it just my massive head like the Mrs claims?

[Denbosch1971 7,984]

2 hours ago, Genghis said:

Finding a motorbike taxi or Grab with a spare helmet that fits me is very often a problem. Do you guys also encounter that or is it just my massive head like the Mrs claims?

I guess it depends on which head we're talking about here @Genghis hahaha 

[Edisto 1,162]

 
BTW, I did enjoy your use of the word "mooks" [mention=11985]Edisto[/mention] . Not enough people use that word in my opinion and it seemed I've been fighting that battle alone for too long now. I'll have to buy you a beer some time.

Comes from having read way too much hard-boiled detective fiction. And i am NOT American btw. Look forward to sipping on some suds - Thai style.

[Genghis 3,032]

15 minutes ago, Edisto said:

 

 

Comes from having read way too much hard-boiled detective fiction. And i am NOT American btw. Look forward to sipping on some suds - Thai style.
 

 

Oh I get it from the movie Mean Streets, just before the fantastic poolhall fight where chaos erupts and nobody can really fight well.

 

 

I'm hoping that the Speed Pool event this weekend is at least slightly less chaotic when any girls don't win the 10k @MarkSussex .

 

[Long John 1,841]

21 hours ago, Genghis said:

I've been living on one of the Thonglor (or Soi 55) side streets for the last year when in Bangkok. Happy to help if I can.

It's an excellent area for nightlife etc and much nicer in some ways, Thonglor is famous for being HiSo so it's obviously a nice area however the scene there might not be to everyone's taste. I like it there - mostly (some deliberately HiSo bullshit there annoys me) but it's nothing like Lower Sukhumvit for p4p options. There are a few p4p places like BJ bars, massage joints and more Japanese focused places in the area but that might not be what you want but it's really not an area known for that. I can give you some more information if interested.

Where on Soi Thonglor is your condo? It's a long Soi and the best action begins quite a distance up from Sukhumvit.

Grab or Bolt can get you to the LB triangle quite quickly but with taxis they may take a bit longer if you end up on Sukhumvit in the traffic of course.

You might or might not not be interested in trawling around the clubs and some of the coolest bars in the area but you can find some really hot girls there, some might be interested in a bit of freelance work but it's not really that scene. I've bumped into a few current and ex CIB girls there on nights off too. It wouldn't surprise me if any LBs you're on LT with would jump at the chance for a night out there instead of the usual spots.

Hi Genghis

Thanks for the info. Have booked a condo called Ivy Thonglor Luxury Condo. Thong Lo 10110 BKK. Will be totally new area for me. Any spots you can point out would be appreciated.

I am sure that there will be a CIB girl or two involved!!

[Long John 1,841]

4 hours ago, Genghis said:

Finding a motorbike taxi or Grab with a spare helmet that fits me is very often a problem. Do you guys also encounter that or is it just my massive head like the Mrs claims?

WE are talking about the one on your shoulders

[MarkSussex 1,237]

42 minutes ago, Genghis said:

Oh I get it from the movie Mean Streets, just before the fantastic poolhall fight where chaos erupts and nobody can really fight well.

 

 

I'm hoping that the Speed Pool event this weekend is at least slightly less chaotic when any girls don't win the 10k @MarkSussex .

 

This Saturday will be brutal @Genghis - forever in the Thai/Bangkok calendar there will be a pre and post Speedpool reference in any conversation that mentions time.   
People will talk about BS and SE (versus BC and CE/AD).

In fact - this Friday could be our last supper…we will need 13 BM’s in total. We can call it….wait for it…Good Friday!

I got a call from Glasgow City Council this morning, asking, based on their experience managing Celtic - Rangers games, if they could offer their support. 

[Genghis 3,032]

16 minutes ago, Long John said:

WE are talking about the one on your shoulders

Unfortunately yes, otherwise it would be me making the claim about it's size not her 

[Genghis 3,032]

22 minutes ago, Long John said:

Hi Genghis

Thanks for the info. Have booked a condo called Ivy Thonglor Luxury Condo. Thong Lo 10110 BKK. Will be totally new area for me. Any spots you can point out would be appreciated.

I am sure that there will be a CIB girl or two involved!!

Ok, I'll write something up for you. 

When do you head over that way? Anything in particular you're looking for? Any food preferences too?

[Long John 1,841]

Just now, Genghis said:

Ok, I'll write something up for you. 

When do you head over that way? Anything in particular you're looking for? Any food preferences too?

Hi 

End of November I will be returning. Wont be a long visit, but will cram a bit in.

I am not really a foodie. Certainly not into spices. Bloody boring when ordering actually. Brought up on stodgy old Kiwi food.

[Genghis 3,032]

7 minutes ago, Long John said:

Hi 

End of November I will be returning. Wont be a long visit, but will cram a bit in.

I am not really a foodie. Certainly not into spices. Bloody boring when ordering actually. Brought up on stodgy old Kiwi food.

Ok that's great as I'll be back over in early October and can make sure any lists are up to date. It also means I can focus on enjoying my mini break in Istanbul this week without thinking about Thailand - which is a healthy state of affairs for me as I'm currently dealing with builders and the related stress back there.

 

[Edisto 1,162]

Oh I get it from the movie Mean Streets, just before the fantastic poolhall fight where chaos erupts and nobody can really fight well.
 
 
I'm hoping that the Speed Pool event this weekend is at least slightly less chaotic when any girls don't win the 10k [mention=57498]MarkSussex[/mention] .
 

This might be the greatest post ever with pants on. For so many reasons and relevancies.

Thank you. I forgot about that scene and now need to re watch the entire movie for the 4th or 5th time in my life.

Thank you again. I fear my next trip report might be titled Mooks and Skanks.