About Sportsman Pattaya Sports Bar
Long-running British sports pub on Soi Buakhao. Suits expats after Premier League football and a Sunday roast.
Long-running British sports pub on Soi Buakhao. Suits expats after Premier League football and a Sunday roast.
Why visit Sportsman Pattaya Sports Bar
- Located in Soi Buakhao so it integrates easily into a wider Pattaya bar crawl
- Sportsman Pattaya Sports Bar is one of Soi Buakhao's identifiable nightlife stops and a good baseline for an evening in Pattaya
- Drink prices and music selection suit foreign visitors looking for a familiar but distinctly Thai night out
- 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
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Local tips
- Happy hour usually runs 5pm to 8pm and shaves 30-50 percent off drink prices
- Earplugs are sensible if the venue has live music and you are sat near the speakers
- Cash is faster than card use 100 and 500 baht notes for tipping if you stay long
- Pace yourself drinks here are often poured with a heavier hand than European measures
Frequently asked questions
What hours is Sportsman Pattaya Sports Bar open?
Listed hours are 10:00-01:00 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.
What time does Sportsman Pattaya Sports Bar 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.