I shared a photo earlier today on social media of The Penalty Spot on Sukhumvit Road asking was the bar another COVID casualty as it had a sign posted with a name and number giving the impression the shophouse it stands in was available for rent.

Just to clear up any confusion as to whether The Penalty Spot will reopen or not I can confirm the bar will be back as soon as the government gives the green light.

It’s just a simple case of no booze, no point.

I totally get that, so now that’s been cleared up I’m off to have a cold one.

The Sportsman on Sukhumvit Soi 13 reopened today and would like to welcome back their loyal customers.

They have opened downstairs, serving food and soft drinks daily from 11am till 9pm. The last food orders are at 8pm.

They have some great deals on our draft craft beers at 199 baht a pint which is for takeaway only.

Strict social distancing measures are in place so our customers can feel safe and comfortable.

It appears that the Silom branch of Hooters is no more unless the owners are throwing good money away giving the place a revamp.

A photo shared with me by Twitter user @CiaranMcGivern shows workmen taking down the Hooters signage while others inside take out all the fixtures and fittings.

The Silom branch was Hooters sixth outlet to open in Thailand and third branch in Bangkok when it debuted back in May 2018.

From my many trips to Silom in those 2 years, I recall it being busy once when they were holding a party and every other time there were just a handful of customers.

With the monthly rent running at 1.2 million baht it was never going to be easy making it work, even with a big brand name.