Live music bar with funk/soul/hip-hop music, perfect for starting a chilled out night.
Location & Basic Info
- Address / Location: Candy Shop is located on Walking Street, Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand.
- Contact / Phone: +66 95‑551‑2004 (or sometimes +66 95‑075‑4302 in certain listings) according to public club directories.
- Opening Hours / Typical Nightlife Hours: Candy Shop typically opens around 20:00 (8:00 PM) and runs until late (often around 3:00 AM).
- Layout / Venue Style:
- It has a partially open‑front / beach‑club / patio‑style exterior — you’ll notice features like palm‑tree decor, fountains, and a relaxed seating area (sofas/chairs) near the front, giving a “beach‑club meets Walking Street nightlife” feel.
- Inside there are two zones: a lounge/seating area + a small but active dance floor.
- There’s a long central bar serving drinks.
What to Expect — Music, Vibe & Crowd
- Music Style / Entertainment: Candy Shop is known for live bands playing a mix of Funk, Soul, Hip Hop, R&B — especially popular from about 9:00 PM onward.
- Atmosphere: The vibe is more laid-back and “chill‑party / bar‑club hybrid” compared to full‑on mega-clubs. Because of its open‑front design and patio-style seating with palm‑trees/fountains, many describe it as having a “beach‑club” or “open‑air bar” feel — a good warm-up spot before heavier club‑hopping.
- Crowd: The venue tends to attract a mix — locals and tourists. It’s described as especially popular with Thai patrons, but tourists also frequent it for live music and a relaxed clubbing night.
- What People Like: Guests often praise Candy Shop for live, energetic bands that feel “fun and social,” and for an atmosphere that’s easiergoing than intense dance‑club venues.
- What to Know / Criticisms: Some visitors note that drinks are a bit pricey compared to simple bars (though that’s normal for clubs on Walking Street). Also, seating can be limited when the place gets crowded; early arrival helps if you want a good spot.
What It’s Good For & What to Know
👍 Great for:
- A more relaxed, social night with good live music (funk / soul / hip hop / R&B) rather than a full‑on EDM / dance‑club experience.
- A “first stop” before a big club — nice to warm up, have drinks, enjoy a band, then move on.
- People who enjoy watching Walking Street nightlife from open‑air seating / front‑row views over the street crowd.
⚠️ Things to keep in mind:
- Because live music is the main draw, the vibe might be more “bar + band” than “club + dance‑floor.” If you want heavy dancing, it might feel small.
- On busy nights, seating gets limited and it may be more crowded — plan accordingly if you prefer a seat or table.
- Drink prices are higher than a street‑bar or simple pub (common for Walking Street spots).