Big Stone Bar Pattaya

About Big Stone Bar Pattaya

Big sports bar on Soi Buakhao with cricket and football. Suits Australian and British expats after live commentary.

Why visit

Evening atmosphere is consistently good without being a tourist trap
Staff comfortable with international customers and English-language ordering is straightforward
Big Stone Bar Pattaya is one of Soi Buakhao's identifiable nightlife stops and a good baseline for an evening in Pattaya
Expat regulars give it a settled atmosphere rather than the high-turnover tourist-bar feel
Atmosphere strikes a workable balance between relaxed early-evening and busier late-night crowd

What to expect

✦ Smoking permitted in designated areas only following Thai regulations

✦ Cover charge unusual at most Pattaya bars except a few clubs

✦ Mostly English-speaking and Thai mixed crowd in tourist areas

✦ Music volume builds through the evening expect louder after 10pm

Local tips

Combine with dinner nearby plenty of options around Soi Buakhao
Grab home is usually 80-200 baht across Pattaya after closing time
Pace yourself drinks here are often poured with a heavier hand than European measures
Walking Street starts buzzing after 10pm and quietens by 1am plan accordingly

Frequently asked questions

What time does Big Stone Bar Pattaya get busy?

Most evenings the venue fills up around 9pm-10pm and stays busy until close. Friday and Saturday are noticeably busier than midweek. Arriving early gives you the better seats and a cheaper happy-hour drink before the crowd builds.

What hours is Big Stone Bar Pattaya open?

Listed hours are 11:00-01:00 daily. Closing time is usually enforced by local licensing. After-hours options exist nearby ask staff for current recommendations.

Is there a dress code?

Most Pattaya 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.