Havana Social

Tucked away in a back alley of Sukhumvit Soi 11, Havana Social is a masterclass in immersive theming as a secret bar that springs to life when you dial the right code in a vintage phone booth. Inside, you’re transported to pre‑revolution 1940s Cuba, with dim lighting, shabby chic walls, antique wooden furniture, vintage couches, and ambient Cuban beats that set the mood for nostalgia and fun. The main bar area, warmly lit, centers around a timber counter and high stools enveloped by crumbling plaster and exposed beams—a deliberate design that radiates character and history. A staircase leads to an upper lounge where you can enjoy authentic Cuban cigars and elevated views of this time‑warp setting. The drink menu is rum‑centric, offering classics like daiquiris, mojitos, and Cuba Libres, alongside tiki‑inspired renditions and innovations bridging pre‑ and post‑revolution styles. The bar snacks—think empanadas and Cuban sandwiches—are perfect for sipping and pairing. On certain nights, live salsa bands fire up the crowd, transforming the space into a dance floor; other nights feature DJs spinning Latin rhythms that keep the vibe pulsating until late. Though once a “secret,” Havana Social’s popularity now draws a cosmopolitan crowd—expats, locals, and curious travelers—drawn not just by its mystique, but the impeccable atmosphere and dynamic energy. A note for planners: reservations may require a minimum spend (e.g., around THB 1,500 per person) on busy nights. In short, Havana Social is more than a bar—it’s a theatrical nod to Cuba’s golden nightlife, right in Bangkok, where every sip, beat, and décor detail tells a story of faded glamour and living vibrantly now.