Although still not a top party spot, Bangtao Beach has become home to several trendy venues in recent years. This adds to its list of venues, which is also populated by more laid-back bars and restaurants. There are plenty of options along Bangtao Beach, no matter what your style.
Pepper’s is a great place to have a conversation or catch a sports game on TV. They serve classic pub food but offers a variety of dishes including full meals and some seafood options. Open from 8:30 a.m. to 1 a.m., Pepper’s bar is another of the many venues at Tinlay Place.
The Siam Supper Club is a very nice Tinlay Place bar and restaurant that is popular with tourists and locals alike. They specialize in meat and fish dishes served to the sound of jazz. The Supper Club is open from 6 p.m. until 10:30, when the last orders are taken, but the bar area doesn’t close until 1 a.m. It is a good idea to call or check in advance in order to reserve a table.
The Orange House is a bar and café that serves western dishes as well as some Thai options. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the Orange House also has a good happy hour. With a relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff, this bar is a good spot to hang out on the beachfront.
This is another of Phuket’s trendy beach clubs, but it located on the quieter Layan beachfront. Stylish and modern, this club has daily performances of varying kinds, mainly dance, during the high season and serves high-quality international dishes. It is open on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. and the rest of the week from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Tatonka Restaurant is a welcoming Tinlay Place venue with a good range of tapas and creative cocktails. They have a bit of a dress code, asking that patrons refrain from beachwear and go for a smart casual look. Equally stylish is the open kitchen that allows you to take in the preparation. The open at 6 p.m.
XANA Beach Club has a focus on healthy eating and a great beach setting. With a swim-up bar as well as private seating areas, XANA is an excellent place to have a cocktail and enjoy sea views, since it’s right on Bantao Beach. There is music and dancing after sunset and the club takes on a somewhat livelier atmosphere. Their food is mainly Thai and Mediterranean. They are open every day from noon to midnight.
BB’s Pub
This pub has live music on Fridays and is located near the entrance of the Laguna Phuket resort area at Tinlay Place. They are open until late at night and have a selection of pub food.