Khaoya Archive

What is it? A warm cocktail bar that works like a pantry of local ingredients, pulling flavours from nearby producers and turning them into drinks that tell small, familiar stories. Sometimes you'll recognise everything in the glass, other times you won't have a clue what you're tasting.

Why we love it: The bartenders here favour classic structures so the ingredients can do the talking. The menu shifts constantly depending on what's sitting in the archive at any given moment and the whole approach feels refreshingly straightforward. If you fancy something simple and they've got what's needed, they'll mix it for you and slide it across the counter without any fuss. A few drinks worth mentioning. The green keow savoey (B420) brings mango and passion fruit together in a gin fizz that's bright, sweet and gently fizzy. Sit at the bar, sip it slowly and soak up the lively yet comforting atmosphere.

Time Out Tip: Ask the bartenders for the Archive Story of the day. They love explaining where the Thai ingredients come from, whether it's pounded unripe rice or wild honey from somewhere local.

2/F, No Bar Wine Bar. Open Wed-Sun, 7pm-1am. Closed Mon-Tues