Bangkok nightlife - 9 best new bars

Though fans of Bangkok nightlife have favorite pubs and clubs that have stood the test of time, the city's drinking scene continues to evolve.

Seemingly every month a quality Bangkok bar opens, promising world-class mixologists, top chefs and innovative spaces. All serving to remind us why it's worth braving Bangkok's evening traffic to get out and have a drink.



To help ease the pains of keeping up with the latest and greatest Bangkok bars, here's a look at nine of the top new venues to open in the last year:

• Apoteka
• Badmotel
• La Derriere
• Grease
• Levels
• Maggie Choo's
• Moose
• Opposite Mess Hall
• Sonic

These bars, clubs and live music venues will keep you out from afternoon to the small hours.

For a full review of each bar, go to CNN Travel.