New York - Live Music Bar
The band is the point here, which sets it apart from most of what's shouting at you along Bangla Road. Plenty of places on that strip use music as wallpaper while the real business happens elsewhere. This one puts the stage front and centre, and the crowd turns up for it. Prices sit in the mid range, so you're paying Patong rates without the premium-club sting.
Go if you want a night built around a set list rather than a queue and a cover charge. It's casual, loud and social, and it works best with a group. If you're after a quiet drink and conversation, walk somewhere else, because Bangla Road at midnight is not the place and this bar isn't either. Bands can be hit and miss anywhere on the strip, so my advice is to stand outside for a song before committing.
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New York - Live Music Bar: Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York - Live Music Bar worth visiting?
New York - Live Music Bar holds a 4.4★ rating from 2,010 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of New York - Live Music Bar?
New York - Live Music Bar is typically open 18:30-04:00 — 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.
How expensive is New York - Live Music Bar?
New York - Live Music Bar is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit New York - Live Music Bar?
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: June – September (rough seas).
Where is New York - Live Music Bar located?
New York - Live Music Bar is at 68 Bangla Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
Location Info
68 Bangla Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand089 217 7799Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands
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Tips 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 – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands