Restaurant
Buddha & Pals
712 Krung Kasem Rd, Khwaeng Wat Sommanat, Khet Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand
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712 Krung Kasem Rd, Khwaeng Wat Sommanat, Khet Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand
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An intimate Nang Loeng jazz den tucked into a vintage shopfront, where live sets meet full Italian dining. Under a low-lit chandelier, the room balances unhurried conversation with acoustic sets, skipping standard bar bites for hot oven-fired pizza, fresh pasta, and plates of sea bass. Regulars sip through a dedicated roster of Negroni variations while the stage rolls late into the evening.
- Full Italian Kitchen: In-house oven baking pizza, alongside fresh pasta and whole fish mains instead of standard bar snacks.
- Nightly Live Jazz: Rotating acoustic bands and vocalists take the floor in an intimate, vintage-styled setting.
- Dedicated Negroni Menu: A curated cocktail menu featuring multiple distinct variations on the classic Negroni.
What's On at Buddha & Pals
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Reasons to Visit Buddha & Pals
Why guests choose Buddha & Pals for live jazz, authentic Italian dinners, and vintage nightlife
Full Italian Dining Beyond Standard Bar Food
Equipped with an in-house pizza oven, the kitchen prepares authentic pizza, pasta, seabass, and salmon rather than limiting guests to light bar snacks.
As often bars and jazz bars only offer finger food. Here you can come to dine as well if jazz is not your for you. Equipped with a nice pizza oven, tasty fish, seabass and salmon.
Maitte Dedicated Negroni and Cocktail Program
The bar complements its live music offerings with an extensive cocktail repertoire featuring a dedicated lineup of diverse Negroni variations.
If you like Negroni’s, they have a whole selection of different types.
Rosie Macquire Transportive Vintage Atmosphere
Guests stepping inside are immersed in a warm, historic ambiance filled with eclectic vintage details and antique styling.
everything was amazing the drinks, the food, the music and especially the atmosphere. it felt like I was transported to another time.
Krishna Rama Warm Hospitality for Solo and Returning Guests
Solo visitors and patrons receive warm, proactive hospitality from the host and team, immediately feeling at ease in the venue.
I was kind of awkward at first to be sitting alone in the bar but the staffs are so wonderful to make me feel at ease.
Gee Intimate Live Jazz Beneath Vintage Decor
The room is arranged with vintage furniture under a dramatic central chandelier, creating an intimate, captivating backdrop for live acoustic sets.
The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with vintage-style furniture and a gorgeous chandelier that serves as the centerpiece of the restaurant.
Honey kiettikul Acoustic Balance for Effortless Conversation
The venue delivers a lively musical ambiance while keeping the acoustics balanced so parties can comfortably converse over a meal.
It does get a bit loud, but somehow it’s still easy to have a conversation, which makes the whole experience feel lively rather than overwhelming.
HoneySugar
Most popular items
Signature dinner entrees and curated cocktails to accompany live jazz
Authentic Italian pizza
authentic Italian pizza
Asia Apparel Neo Pasta
We ordered pasta and wine, both of which hit the spot
Aaron Nihill Seabass
tasty fish, seabass and salmon
Maitte Negroni
If you like Negroni’s, they have a whole selection of different types.
Rosie Macquire
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality gestures that elevate an evening of live jazz and dining
Doorstep Umbrella Escort
When heavy rain hits, staff step outside with an umbrella to escort arriving guests safely through the doors.
Proactive Table Upgrades
Guests lingering over drinks and music are proactively offered better-positioned tables closer to the band as seats open up.
Hands-on Owner Hospitality & Treats
The owner personally checks on tables during evening sets and surprises guests with impromptu extra treats.
Attentive Care for Solo Guests
Solo patrons seated at the bar receive thoughtful, attentive service tailored to help them feel comfortable and completely at ease with the music.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you have a full dinner here, or is it only bar snacks?
Buddha & Pals features a full Italian menu rather than just finger food, offering authentic pizza baked in a pizza oven, pasta, seabass, salmon, and unique appetizers alongside drinks.
What specialty cocktails are available?
Yes. The bar features a dedicated selection of different Negroni variations alongside classic cocktails, wine, and beer.
What is the format and entertainment schedule?
The bar operates as a cafe by day and transitions into a dedicated live jazz club at night, hosting rotating live bands and singers.
Where can visitors park when visiting?
Street parking is available nearby, and visitors also note parking at the nearby Wat Sommanas temple and walking over.
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