Inspired cocktails and wine
A cozy, locally owned cocktail and wine bar on Karon's Koktanod Road with craft drinks and great vibes.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 17:00–02:00
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
- Phone
- 084 607 1899
- Website
- www.facebook.com/inspiredbar
Full opening hours
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Something to book for the evening in Phuket.
Why go, and how to do it well
Tucked along Koktanod Road in Karon, this small, locally owned bar has built a loyal following among travelers tired of the standard tourist nightlife circuit. The intimate, street-side setting creates an immediately welcoming atmosphere — the kind of place where strangers end up chatting and the evening stretches longer than planned. Craft cocktails are the main draw, with bartenders who take genuine pride in their work and a wine selection that rounds out the menu nicely for those who prefer a glass over a mixed drink.
Visitors consistently describe it as a hole-in-the-wall gem with a warm, sociable energy. The cocktail menu leans toward the sweeter side, with classics like old fashioneds and mojitos executed well alongside more creative options. Music adds to the relaxed but lively atmosphere, and the staff are known for being friendly and engaging. Note that food isn't served, though peanuts are provided — worth keeping in mind if you're planning a longer session.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Around here, on foot
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Reviews from Google
A lovely cocktail bar that makes you feel like drinking with your home girls, Great taste, good price, and super easy to find, right next to Kata View Guest House. The bar is locally owned, so if you’re looking for a place with genuine local vibes, this is definitely it! The staff are friendly, funny, and have amazing service minds! I came here during my remote work trip and ended up staying for hours and almost everyday after work😁Highly recommend if you’re around the Kata area
Super cozy small bar next to the street with quality cocktails, a very nice atmosphere and good vibes. I was really missing good alcohol in Thailand until we found this place. Prices are decent and the waitress was very friendly. I can totally recommend it.
A hole in the wall bar, super cute, very friendly staff. Fantastic cocktails, great vibe, good music too. There's no food but they give you peanuts - fyi.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 124 reviews on Google.
102 Koktanod Rd, Tambon Karon, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83100, 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.
Inspired cocktails and wine: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Inspired cocktails and wine worth visiting?
Inspired cocktails and wine holds a 5.0★ rating from 124 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Inspired cocktails and wine?
Inspired cocktails and wine is typically open 17:00–02:00 — 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 Inspired cocktails and wine?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas).
Where is Inspired cocktails and wine located?
Inspired cocktails and wine is at 102 Koktanod Rd, Tambon Karon, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83100, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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