Guide to Beer in Nana and Asok

Known for high energy and heavy tourist foot traffic, Nana (BTS Nana) and Asok (BTS Asok/MRT Sukhumvit) offer the highest density of international and rooftop craft beer options in the city. It also hosts 4 of Bangkok’s Irish pubs. 

The "Big Tap" Zone (Sukhumvit Soi 23)

 Craft on Soi 23:

  • The most taps in Bangkok?!? The open air bar has 40 rotating taps and the outdoor garden vibe.
  • Beers tend to be very easy and approachable. Special beers usually do not last very long. 

Whisgars:

  • (Part of the Craft property) For those who want a cigar.

The "Rooftop" Experience

Nana and Asok specialize in “Sky-High” options, but not always for beer. There a many options for rooftop bars – here are some of the ones where you can get brews with a view. 

Two pints of beer outside at Brewski craft beer bar in Bangkok Thailand

Brewski Rooftop

  • Location: Near Asok BTS, on Sukhumvit road. Top of Radisson Blu hotel.
  • Vibe: 30th floor views with 12 taps of local and imported beers. 
  • Look For: Sunset pints and the perfect location for selfies. 

Belga Rooftop (Sofitel):

  • The go-to for Belgian Trappist ales and fruit beers with a view.

Watch the Game

International sports are very popular in Bangkok, and there are plenty of sports bars in Nana and Asok. You can choose which sort of international feel: Burmese, British, or American. 

Upper Deck Sports Bar 

  • A large american-style sports bar.
  • Wide variety of local and imported beers + a few Thai craft beers

Burbrit (Sukhumvit 22):

  • A very bright taproom with Myanmar-influenced craft beer styles.
  • Large screen outside on the patio to show live international games. 

The Sportsman:

  • Simple, cheap and cheerful beers
  • UK-inspired foods and snacks
  • Known for putting on as many sports games on TV as possible. 

Irish Pubs in Nana and Asok

Irish pubs are popular in Bangkok, as there are more than 12 in various neighborhoods in and around Bangkok.

Fitzgerald’s Irish Pub

  • Location: near Nana BTS, on Soi 4.
  • Vibe: Big bar with Big screens. 

Scruffy Murphy’s Irish Pub

  • Location: a walk from Asok BTS, on Soi 23, outside Soi Cowboy
  • Look For: Live music + smoking patio

O’Leary’s Irish Pub

  • Location: near Asok BTS 

The Blarney Stone Irish Pub

  • Location: near Nana BTS, on Soi 4.
  • Vibe: Low-ceiling, small traditonal irish pub feel. 
  • Look For: live music

Pro-Tips for 2026

Getting around:

  • A “Walkability” Warning: While Nana and Asok are close on a map, the humidity and crowds make the 1km walk feel like 5km.Pedestrians can use the “Win” (Motorbike Taxis) between Sois.

💡 Pro-Tips for Drinking in Sukhumvit

  • Happy Hour Tracking: Nana/Asok is competitive. Many bars in 2026 offer “Early Bird” specials between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM to beat the traffic rush.

Nana and Asok tagged posts

Pint of local Thai Craft Beer at The Upper Deck; Softly Opens

Upper Deck Softly Opens

Upper Deck has ‘softly’ opened – the beer from ~27 taps are pouring, and the kitchen is open. It is a big bar, and looks like it will be a great place for watching sports, and enjoying food & drinks.

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Upper Deck to Open in Bangkok

Upper Deck to Open

A massive new sportsbar complex is opening in central Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area, and already planning to have local Thai craft beer on tap.

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