Our Take
Large, reliable bar near the Soi 23 end.
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Questions About Tilac
Where Is Tilac on Soi Cowboy?
Tilac is on Soi Cowboy, the neon-lit lane off Sukhumvit between Soi 21 and Soi 23 in Bangkok. It sits near the Soi 23 end, close to Crazy House, Baccara, Sam's, AfterSkool and Fenny's. BTS Asok is the nearest station, a short walk from the lane.
What Kind of Bar Is Tilac?
Tilac is a large gogo bar with a reputation for being reliable. I would describe it as an easy room: plenty of space, a steady line-up and none of the extremes of its neighbors. It makes a sensible first stop on Soi Cowboy for anyone who wants a straightforward gogo bar experience.
Is Tilac Good for First-Timers on Soi Cowboy?
Yes. Because it is large and reliable, Tilac is a comfortable place to learn how a gogo bar works: how the tab runs, what a lady drink is and how a bar fine is paid. Take a seat with a view of the stage, order a beer and watch for a while before you decide whether to buy anyone a drink.
How Does Tilac Compare with Crazy House and Baccara?
Tilac is the large, reliable one near the Soi 23 end. Crazy House is wilder, with the soi's most hands-on reputation, and Baccara is the best-known, with the glass-ceiling upstairs stage. They are a short walk apart, so you can try all three in one evening before you decide where to stay.
What Is Near Tilac on Soi Cowboy?
Crazy House, Baccara, Sam's, AfterSkool and Fenny's are all nearby, and Soi Cowboy itself is the district around it. The nightclubs Glow, Narcissus and Pegasus and several massage shops sit on the same lane, so you can carry on after Tilac without leaving the soi.
When Is Tilac Busiest?
It fills up in the late evening when the lane is at its liveliest, with weekends busiest. Earlier in the evening it is quieter and easier for a chat and a drink. Opening hours and happy hours change, so check on the night, and VIP members see the current opening times on the venue listing.
What Should I Watch for at Tilac?
Keep a note of the chits on your table and match them to the bill at the end. Agree terms with a dancer before she leaves with you, and ask the staff about any bar fine rather than assuming. Do not ring the bell behind the bar unless you mean to buy a round for the room.
How Do I Get the Most from a Night at Tilac?
Arrive when the lane is busy, find a seat with a good view and give yourself time to look around before buying a drink for anyone. Tip dancers who have been good company, keep your cash separate from your cards and use Tilac as a base before wandering along the lane to Crazy House or Baccara.