Whisgars Silom
Whisgars Silom
4.7
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About
Whisgars specialises in serving high end whiskies (single cask, single malt, blended, bourbon, & rye's), premium hand rolled cigars, quality cocktails and fine liquor. We pride ourselves on giving friendly, professional service by well trained, seasoned staff. The venue is luxurious and comfortable with cosy leather sofas and seating, intimate areas, large humidor with private lockers. There is also a free pool table and sports TV room. Whisgars Silom is the 3rd venue to open in Bangkok with others in Sukhumvit Soi 23 and also Ploenchit. It is attached to a baroque/speakeasy styled cocktail bar(Belle's Room) and a large ice bar(-13) with a large selection of premium vodkas.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighborhood: Silom
Despite the lack of any major tourist attractions, this lively neighborhood is a favorite of many. Whether it's the (somewhat naughty) nightlife of Soi Patpong, the various handicraft night markets or the plethora of dining options that tickle your fancy, a night out in Silom is a must on every itinerary. It's worth a stop during daytime, too: join office workers on a quest to tasty street food during lunch and shop at Silom Complex for a great mix of Thai and international stores. After a day of strolling around the congested sidewalks, a visit to Silom's Lumphini Park, Bangkok's answer to NYC's Central Park, is a welcome change of scenery.
How to get there
- Surasak • 6 min walk
- Saphan Taksin • 10 min walk
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4.7
154 reviews
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Date Mike
London, UK83 contributions
Jun 2016 • Solo
Went here on my last night in Bangkok and had an absolutely brilliant time. The staff were great and friendly. Manager David was great. Had a few drinks with him at the bar and thoroughly enjoyed. For the type of establishment they are running, it is absolutely brilliant. Cant wait to come back!
Written June 30, 2016
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Dear CM,
Thank you for your positive feedback. It's nice to know we are doing things right and it's appreciated by our customers. We will look forward to your return in the future.
Best Regards,
David Cruikshank
General Manager
Written July 2, 2016
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marvinberry
Phuket, Thailand16 contributions
Jun 2016 • Solo
I went there alone for a brief look on a Friday evening. I was stunned by the decor and cozy setting with leather couches and soft lighting. There is an aristocratic aesthetic but without the pretentiousness that goes with it. The staff were exceptional - recommending a flight of whiskey tasters, which were sensational. I'm not a smoker so avoided the cigars, but learned to appreciate their qualities after a sit down with David the GM at the bar area. His passion (and the fact he's English) really made the evening for me and I must have stayed a total of 4 hours - resulting in a trip to the amazing ice bar next door. Vodka caramel shots were stunning! I totally recommend Whisgars Silom and I will be back to see the staff and enjoy a different flight of whiskies on my next tip for sure!! Thanks team!
Written June 20, 2016
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Dear Marvin,
It was really nice to meet you and I'm so happy you enjoyed your night with us. I will pass on your regards to our team. We always try to make people feel welcome and at home when they come to Whisgars and we try to cater for everybodys tastes with our wide range of whisky, cocktails and cigars. I know how much you enjoyed the ice bar and I agree with you the caramel vodka shots are my favourite too. We are all looking forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Bangkok.
Best Regards,
David Cruikshank
General Manager
Written June 22, 2016
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Ayelet golan
Athens, Greece79 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
Very good beer
From all around the world
The place design perfect
Good food
Perfect place to close the night
A walk distance from the sky bar roof top
From all around the world
The place design perfect
Good food
Perfect place to close the night
A walk distance from the sky bar roof top
Written May 26, 2016
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Dear Ayelet,
Thanks so much for your 5 star review, we are so glad you enjoyed our wide range of beers. We are looking forward to you trying some more of our specialties on your next visit.
Best Regards,
David Cruikshank
Written May 27, 2016
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Cameron
dubai9 contributions
Jul 2015 • Couples
This bar is definitely worth a visit - lots of choice on the drinks menu, and 4 different bars. The ice bar is worth a quick visit, if only to sample some of the more adventurous shots and take some photos. The cocktail mixologist knows her stuff, and the overall ambiance is great.
Written July 14, 2015
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Thanks so much for taking your time to give us such a positive review. I always pass on our customer reviews to the team. I'm sure they will be thrilled. Again, many thanks. Andrew
Written July 23, 2015
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
paul w
43 contributions
Apr 2018
Nice lounge among a lot of bars and go-go bars. Very helpful and friendly staff. Too bad they are paying very high taxes making their cigars very expensive.
Also very good selection of single malt scotches!
Also very good selection of single malt scotches!
Written April 21, 2018
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Amit B
1 contribution
Jun 2017
I have travelled a lot of countries and often come across teams like the best restaurant or establishment in the city self proclaimed by the establishment. Hence I was little bit intrigued when I saw walking along Silom Road the restaurant claiming to be the best whiskey bar in Asia. I was not very impressed by the entrance and assumed it to be an ordinary bar at Holiday Inn.
I was staying at the Tower club at Lebua and after a day of hectic sightseeing with my family and kids I was completely exhausted. It is raining heavily in Bangkok especially in the evenings these days.
In the evening I decided to go out to get some takeaway food from the Indian restaurant on the road from this establishment. After placing the order I decided to go in and check the place out.
To say that I was impressed upon walking in by the ambience of the place would not be out of place. But what really impressed me was the waitress who spoke good English and educated me on appreciating single malt.
We ordered two sets of Glenfiddich experience containing what I believe to be 15 ML of 12 year, 15 year, 18 year and 21 year old whiskey. It was served with water from Speyside with cute dropper to mix the three drops of water recommended by the waitress to our whiskey.
The metallic curtains, the use of timber, the cigar room, rustic brick walls all lent to creating an amazing and surprising experience for me.
The only downside was the dressing down I got from my wife who was waiting for dinner at the Lebua which I completely forgot enjoying myself with my cousin appreciating single malt. I was late by only 10 minutes but then people who are married can understand what I mean.
Looking forward to visiting again.
I was staying at the Tower club at Lebua and after a day of hectic sightseeing with my family and kids I was completely exhausted. It is raining heavily in Bangkok especially in the evenings these days.
In the evening I decided to go out to get some takeaway food from the Indian restaurant on the road from this establishment. After placing the order I decided to go in and check the place out.
To say that I was impressed upon walking in by the ambience of the place would not be out of place. But what really impressed me was the waitress who spoke good English and educated me on appreciating single malt.
We ordered two sets of Glenfiddich experience containing what I believe to be 15 ML of 12 year, 15 year, 18 year and 21 year old whiskey. It was served with water from Speyside with cute dropper to mix the three drops of water recommended by the waitress to our whiskey.
The metallic curtains, the use of timber, the cigar room, rustic brick walls all lent to creating an amazing and surprising experience for me.
The only downside was the dressing down I got from my wife who was waiting for dinner at the Lebua which I completely forgot enjoying myself with my cousin appreciating single malt. I was late by only 10 minutes but then people who are married can understand what I mean.
Looking forward to visiting again.
Written June 8, 2017
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David D
Singapore, Singapore253 contributions
Dec 2016
Good place in BKK for whiskies..and cocktails...I am would recommend the whisky sour...staff are very attentive and you get the whole place to yourself if you come during the happy hour from 4pm....
for those of you who prefer single malt, they do have a good selection but not in the range you get in singapore and Hong Kong.
But, well, it's one place I will keep coming back to!
for those of you who prefer single malt, they do have a good selection but not in the range you get in singapore and Hong Kong.
But, well, it's one place I will keep coming back to!
Written December 14, 2016
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Dear David,
Great meeting you last week and thank you so much for your positive review. I will inform the team of your kind words and I know they will be looking forward to seeing you again soon.
Best Regards,
David Cruikshank
General Manager.
Written December 21, 2016
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TanziSDA
Istanbul, TĂĽrkiye81 contributions
Aug 2016 • Business
Near Holiday Inn Silom, if you like Cigars, this is your place... You can enjoy many kinds of beer , burgers and classic style Cigar smoking Atmosphere... Near also -13 Degree bars , you can get vodka to heat up your blood into cold bar...
Written August 27, 2016
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Dear TanziSDA,
Thank you for your 5 star review it is much appreciated. We are so happy you enjoyed all the aspects of what we offer our customers and look forward to your return.
Best Regards,
David Cruikshank
General Manager
Written September 1, 2016
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Sheri S
Adelaide, Australia5 contributions
Mar 2016 • Friends
The Ice bar is a great place to cool off & have a few shots of the most amazing flavoured vodkas.
Great burgers, great beers, and the service and atmosphere outstanding. Thanks David, Whisgars was our Bangkok highlight!
Great burgers, great beers, and the service and atmosphere outstanding. Thanks David, Whisgars was our Bangkok highlight!
Written April 26, 2016
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Hi Sheri,
It was a pleasure to meet you and the guys and we are delighted that you enjoyed all the services our team offers, I know you especially enjoyed -13 and the special vodkas we provide. We are all looking forward to welcoming you back again on your next visit to Bangkok.
All the Best,
David
Written April 29, 2016
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Lee W
Bangkok, Krung Thep, Thailand3 contributions
Mar 2016 • Friends
Whisgars is a good reflection on the city life of a foreigner in Bangkok. Away from the tourism but still central to the city. There are plenty of places like Whisgars but don't seem to create the same atmosphere and entertaining night out that is enjoyed by many when visiting this place. I would suggest finding out yourself what i am talking about and go down there. Service is friendly and prices are right. Location is perfect for after work or if you are travelling as it is right in the center.
Written April 25, 2016
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Good Morning Lee W,
Thank you very much for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your experience with us and we will let the staff know of your positive response. It was a pleasure having you here and we hope to see you again soon at Whisgars.
Warm Regards,
Siri
Written April 27, 2016
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Has this place closed down?
Written October 25, 2019
Seems to be, was padlocked on a Saturday night
Written November 21, 2019
Hi
Can I bring and smoke my own cigars.
Written June 29, 2018
HI Guys,
Could you please take me off as an admin for your trip advisor site.
Hope is well with you guys.
Best Regards,
David
Written December 4, 2017
Do you have a live music and what time does the bar close?
Written November 15, 2015
Brian Charles
Bangkok, Thailand
We do have live Music. Every Friday starting at 9pm. The bar closes at 2am.
Written February 2, 2017
Do you have vegetarian options in your menu ?
Written October 25, 2015
Brian Charles
Bangkok, Thailand
Our Chefs can adapt current dishes to suit your requests.
Written February 2, 2017
My partner is a fan of Whiskeys and I think he will love it here. But, I am unfortunately, terribly allergic to alcohol. I was thinking if there's perhaps, a mocktail, non alcoholic drink or such?
Written March 22, 2015
Absolutely...!! We carry a full range of soft drinks, and our bartenders can make you a great non-alcoholic cocktail... Hope to see you soon... Andrew GM
Written September 27, 2015
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