Kanchanaburi Nightlife & Entertainment, Restaurants and Bars

Not so long ago, Kanchanburi Town had grown to be rather infamous for its Disco Rafts which used to sail down parts of the River Kwae all night long blaring out loud disco music. A couple of these parts included guesthouses which used to make a decent living until the boats noisy arrival. Just recently however, local authorities have clamped down on such boats. The rafts are still running but they are far quieter than in the past. Typical, nightlife available in Kanchanburi Town includes:

• The town has a couple of discos which are popular with the younger trendier crowd.
• Some live Music Joints play Thai folk.
• Karaoke clubs can be found in some of the many hotels and customers can either sing to everyone or rent a private room.
• Barbecues are large Thai-style restaurants which play music and serve alcohol.
• Sing-a-Songs are popular with Thai males. Singers sing on the stage
• Down by the river there are a few bar beers which are popular with foreign male tourists who fancy a beer and the company of friends or hostesses. Many also have free pool to play.
• Most of the guesthouses down by the river sell alcohol and play music.

Tai-Thai - River Kwai Road
Good Thai, western and vegetarian food all at excellent prices. BIG screen TV for all sporting events. Open from 9.00am - 12.00pm (midnight).

Fine Thanks - Songkwai Road
On the riverfront, Fine Thanks is a total dining experience. Choose between the air-con bar and restaurant area inside or the huge outdoor dining area.

Jolly Frog - River Kwai Road
Excellent food, excellent value! A large selection of international and Thai dishes all for just a few Baht.

Pong Phen - River Kwai Road
Both Thai specialities and your favourites from home, Pong Phen has a reputation for quality and value. Check out the Apple Pie..!!

Chukradon (Floating Restuarant) - River Kwai
You know when a Thai restaurant is good when Thais coming from Bangkok for the weekend pack this place out. Huge selection of Thai cuisine at affordable prices and excellent seafood.

JR Queen (Floating Restuarant) - River Kwai
Very similar place to Chukradon, however less crowded but with a nicer decor. Often takes the overflow from Chukradon with the food equally as good.

Fast Food @ Tesco Lotus - Sang Chuto Road (By taxi - 10 mins)
Large megastore, includes a KFC, Dunkin Donuts, Dairy Queen and McDonalds as well.

Ali Bongos - River Kwai Road
Kanchanaburi's first dedicated Indian restaurant. Good ambience and great Indian food.

Red Kangaroo / Four 9's - Sang Chuto Road
Opposite River Kwai Hotel in the heart of town. Air-Con bar with satellite TV, cold beer and some great stories!

Rascals - River Kwai Road
Come join the fun at Rascals. Top food, proper UK nosh, all sports events, great tunes, great crack - Say no more!

No Name Bar - River Kwai Road
Get Shit-Faced On A Shoestring' they say. Breakfast, pies, burgers, chips, Thai food, cold beer, cool cocktails, wine, pool table & big screen TV. Relax & Enjoy!

Fine Thanks Beer Garden - River Promenade
Very popular spot, at the end of the "River Promenade", a large outdoor beer garden.

Spread Eagle - River Kwai Road
Traditional Thai bar-beer with sofas and chairs and good company!!

Glitzy Disco - River Kwai Hotel
Attached to the River Kwai Hotel, very popular local night spot with all the latest dance tunes. Just outside is the beer garden when you need a bit of fresh air!

Discovery Night Club - River Promenade
Probably the best known club in the area. Discovery is a modern dance club with different themed nights every day of the week. Weekends especially can be full-on!

Guitar House - River Promenade
Live music place along the "River Promenade".