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Sunset bar

A well-regarded evening bar in Korat's train market area, open nightly from 5pm until midnight.

4.6(31)
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Hours
Daily 17:00–00:00

Carry Your Passport or a Copy

Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, the big clubs most of all. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.

Details

Full opening hours
Monday17:00–00:00
Tuesday17:00–00:00
Wednesday17:00–00:00
Thursday17:00–00:00
Friday17:00–00:00
Saturday17:00–00:00
Sunday17:00–00:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Tucked inside the Suan Rot Fai market in Nai Mueang, Nakhon Ratchasima, Sunset Bar brings a relaxed nightlife option to one of Korat's more characterful local market settings. The combination of a market atmosphere and a dedicated bar space gives it a distinctly casual, neighborhood feel that sets it apart from more polished city-center venues.

Visitors can expect a laid-back vibe that suits evening drinks after exploring the surrounding market stalls. The bar draws a consistent local crowd, which tends to give it an authentic, unpretentious energy. As the name suggests, the early evening hours are well suited to settling in as the day cools down and the market comes to life around it.

Sunset Bar opens at 17:00 every day of the week and stays open until midnight, making it a reliable option for both early-evening drinks and a longer night out. Given its market location, arriving earlier in the evening allows visitors to combine a browse through the surrounding stalls with drinks at the bar. Checking the Facebook page linked in the listing before visiting is advisable, as market-based venues can occasionally adjust hours around public holidays or events.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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ตลาดนัดสวนรถไฟ Tambon Nai Mueang, เมือง Chang Wat Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, Thailand

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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars

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.

Arrange Your Ride Home

Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.

Sunset bar: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunset bar worth visiting?

Sunset bar holds a 4.6★ rating from 31 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Korat.

What are the opening hours of Sunset bar?

Sunset bar is typically open 17:00–00:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Sunset bar?

The best months to visit Korat are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Thai long weekends & Phimai Festival (November) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April (peak heat).

Where is Sunset bar located?

Sunset bar is at ตลาดนัดสวนรถไฟ Tambon Nai Mueang, เมือง Chang Wat Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, Thailand, in Korat. Getting around Korat: Songthaews on fixed city routes; Grab and Bolt (both work well in the city).

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