About The Stripey Bar Pattaya
The Stripey Bar is a casual sports bar with pool tables on Soi Buakhao. An expat regulars' stop for a casual sports night with cheap drinks, multiple match coverage and friendly company.
Casual sports bar with pool tables. Suits expats after a casual sports night with cheap drinks.
Why visit The Stripey Bar Pattaya
- Three pool tables and two darts boards alongside the sports screens, useful for expat regulars wanting active engagement
- Beer prices from 70 baht for a Chang or Singha, undercutting most Soi Buakhao bar prices significantly
- Premier League, La Liga and UFC broadcast on multiple screens covering the major weekly sports calendar
- Casual no-frills atmosphere where expat regulars know each other by name, suiting long-stay residents
- Open from 4pm to midnight covering the standard Soi Buakhao expat evening routine without late-late closing
What to expect
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Local tips
- 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
- 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
Frequently asked questions
Are taxis or Grab easy to find at closing time?
Yes Grab works well in Pattaya 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.
Is the venue safe for solo travellers?
Yes the venue caters to a mix of solo travellers and groups and is generally safe. Standard precautions apply do not leave drinks unattended and watch your phone in crowds. Staff are responsive if you flag any issue.
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.