Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Most rooftop bars in Bangkok follow the same formula: dark wood, jazz music, and cocktails that cost more than lunch. This bar takes a different approach: it presents itself in a beach club style, offers indoor and outdoor seating, and views of the Sukhumvit skyline instead of the sea. The concept works better than it initially sounds, mainly because it's popular at two very different times of day.

If you come in the afternoon, it's a quiet, sociable place to have a drink and a bite to eat. In the late evening, the place transforms into a meeting point for night owls, and after 10 p.m. on weekends, you'll be sharing the best spots with everyone else. My tip: Choose a direction. Come early if you want a seat and some conversation; come late if you like it louder. If you want both, you'll end up at a time when it's a bit inconvenient in between.

Despite the beach and sunshine theme, don't take your clothing choices too literally. Smart casual attire is preferred; flip-flops are inappropriate.