Groove Ayutthaya : Bar & Restaurant
Groove Ayutthaya brings together food, drinks, live music, and sports television in a setting that visitors consistently describe as getting everything right. Located in the Bang Pa-in area rather than central Ayutthaya, it draws a loyal crowd of locals and travellers looking for a genuine night out away from the more tourist-heavy parts of the city. The combination of a relaxed atmosphere, well-executed food and beverages, and a crowd that keeps the energy sociable makes it a natural choice for an evening wind-down after a day exploring the region's temples and historical sites. Inside, guests can expect a casual but well-maintained venue — reviewers specifically highlight the cleanliness, the music selection, and the friendly atmosphere. Whether the plan is a quiet dinner, a few drinks, or a livelier night with sports on the screen, the venue accommodates different moods without feeling forced in any particular direction. Good to know: Groove Ayutthaya opens at 6pm every day of the week, so there are no day-of-week restrictions to plan around. The Bang Pa-in location sits outside central Ayutthaya, so arranging transport in advance is advisable, particularly for the return journey later in the evening when options may be limited. No booking information is available online, so arriving early on busier nights is a sensible approach.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Groove Ayutthaya : Bar & Restaurant, round out your day in Ayutthaya with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
This is a rare place that has got everything right. Great food, music, atmosphere and sports tv. Even the toilets are spotless.
Best choice for your chill out/hang out/night party or dinning.Good taste meal and beverage. Enjoy Groovy time here!
Very nice place , nice music and nice people
Location Info
80 2 Tambon Ban Krot, Amphoe Bang Pa-in, Chang Wat Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13160, Thailand+66 90 997 7689Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: August – October (flooding risk)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
22°C – 38°C(72°F – 100°F)
Crowds
Peak: November – February
Getting there
Train from Bangkok Hua Lamphong (~1.5 hrs, very cheap). Minivan from Bangkok's Mo Chit (~1.5 hrs). Day trip by car from Bangkok is easy.
Getting around
- •Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Boat tours on the river