About Roots Rock Reggae Bar
Reggae-themed bar with rasta decor and rotating live bands. Popular with the long-stay backpacker crowd.
Reggae-themed bar with rasta decor and rotating live bands. Popular with the long-stay backpacker crowd.
Why visit Roots Rock Reggae Bar
- Located in Ao Nang, the main beach-resort hub west of Krabi Town so it integrates easily into a wider Krabi bar crawl
- Roots Rock Reggae Bar is one of Ao Nang's identifiable nightlife stops and a good baseline for an evening in Krabi
- Atmosphere strikes a workable balance between relaxed early-evening and busier late-night crowd
- Drink prices and music selection suit foreign visitors looking for a familiar but distinctly Thai night out
- Evening atmosphere is consistently good without being a tourist trap
What to expect
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Local tips
- Grab home is usually 80-200 baht across Krabi after closing time
- Pace yourself drinks here are often poured with a heavier hand than European measures
- Combine with dinner nearby plenty of options around Ao Nang
- Happy hour usually runs 5pm to 8pm and shaves 30-50 percent off drink prices
Frequently asked questions
What hours is Roots Rock Reggae Bar open?
Listed hours are 19:00-02:00. Closing time is usually enforced by local licensing. After-hours options exist nearby ask staff for current recommendations.
Is there a dress code?
Most Krabi bars are casual flip-flops and shorts are fine. A few rooftop or hotel bars require closed shoes for men and no beachwear. If unsure smart-casual is the safe option for evening venues.
Are taxis or Grab easy to find at closing time?
Yes Grab works well in Krabi and most rides home are 80-250 baht. At peak closing times wait can be 5-15 minutes. Saving the bar's pin location in Grab makes pickup easier.