Shhh Bar

Nestled in the heart of Phuket Old Town, Shhh. Bar is a nightlife destination for those who want more than a drink and a playlist. Located at 12 Thalang Road, Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000, Thailand, this craft-cocktail lounge occupies an unassuming entrance that belies the experience inside. The façade is intentionally discreet: look for a door covered in keys, or a choice of what seems like a typical storefront, then once inside and up the stairs you enter a space where immersive art, audio-visual projections and expert mixology converge. One write-up describes it as “the secret bar in the middle of Phuket Old Town… a hidden bar in a Sino-Portuguese colonial building with a hidden entrance.” Inside the decor is moody, sleek and modern, contrasting with the heritage of the building outside. Guests report walls lit by AI-animated landmarks, dim ambient lighting, intimate seating and a bar-counter that invites thoughtful sipping rather than party chaos. The cocktail menu is similarly inventive: drinks are often labelled by number (rather than name), built around local flavours (jackfruit, cocoa husk, sake, coconut-bergamot cordial) and premium spirits. One signature, “N.013,” is described as a “tribute to Phuket” combining vodka infused with cocoa husk, Chambord, sake, kombucha, coconut-bergamot cordial, jackfruit and tonic. When to go: The bar opens in the evening (typically 18:30) and runs to midnight or later. Expect a dress-smart-casual crowd of travellers and locals who appreciate design, flavour and atmosphere. While the location is central, the feel is tucked-away and exclusive. Combine your visit with a stroll around Phuket Old Town’s neon-lit Sino-Portuguese streets, then duck into this hidden gem for a cocktail journey.