Best punk and metal venues? Want to see some hardcore shows when I visit in about a week

immortal bar on ekkamai is the spot for hardcore stuff, they do shows pretty often. check their facebook for what's on when you're here. also the rock pub on silom has random metal nights but it's a bit more touristy. if you want real dive energy, bar 23 in khao san area still has punk kids hanging out sometimes

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If you're hitting Bangkok next week, check out The Overstay on Sukhumvit 31. It's a small bar that leans heavy into punk and hardcore, they host local bands pretty regularly and the vibe is DIY as hell. The owner used to book shows at the old Immortal spot so there's some crossover. Also keep an eye on the Facebook page for "Bangkok Hardcore" they sometimes post last minute gigs at warehouses near Bang Na that aren't listed anywhere else. The Rock Pub on Silom is fine for a touristy metal fix but it won't scratch that underground itch.

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yeah the rock pub silom is decent but for real punk energy check out the club in the basement of that old building near victory monument, think it's called the attic or something, they have crust bands playing all the time

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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