There are several Ubon nightlife spots scattered around the city and Zodiac Pub is one of them. It is located on the Ubon International Hotel compound. If you are in front of the hotel facing it, walk to your right, passed The Terrance restaurant, turn left and there it is.

I have been by the pub many times but haven’t done anything more than take a quick casual peek inside before opening time. I finally decided I needed to experience Zodiac for myself. It opens at 19:00 for happy hour but no music. Not wanting to just sit and drink I got some dinner and found something to do for a few hours.

Arrived around 21:30 and walking in found a cozy dimly lit area with around 12 tables filling the space. Maybe there is one table for each sign of the Zodiac. Just a thought. There were no signs on the tables designating it as a certain sign. Not wanting to sit by the door I walked through and was asked if I was looking for “hawng nam” (toilet). “No, I am looking for a table.” I found a nice one by the back wall opposite the entrance with a side view of the band on stage.

The seats at this table were comfortable cushioned seats, which was great. It was Saturday night but seemed a bit slow. Besides me there were maybe 6 other customers. This didn’t affect the band as they continued to play as though it was a packed house.

The band played mostly English songs. I did hear a few songs in Thai but that isn’t their forte. The singing was clear and the music was good, but they did seem to be stuck in the 60′s. Many of the songs I had never heard before. I did mention this to the manager and he said they were working together to correct the matter.

I sat sipping my beer, listening to the music, and taking everything in. It was quite pleasant. The music wasn’t so loud that you would be unable to talk to your friends. So it seems a good place to go and be social. If you want loud music and a crowd The Rock Disco is nearby. The staff seemed a bit leary of me at first, but after a time one came to talk to me. After that they all seemed friendlier.

I stayed until closing time 01:00 at which time they promptly turned on the lights and said thank you and good night. My impression is that it is a good place to relax, socialize, have a few drinks and listen to some good music. If you want to rock out then it’s not the place for you. If you are not staying at Ubon International Hotel or Nevada Inn a good point is there are always tuk-tuks hanging around so it’s not an adventure trying to find a safe way home.

Drop by and make your own judgement. They do accept all Zodiac signs so can go and enjoy no matter which month you was born in. If you do go tell Jar, Nina, Chompoo and Gai Darwin said hello. They are all waiting to serve you at Zodiac Pub in the lower section of Ubon International Hotel.

P.S.
I was informed that 15-17 August Zodiac Pub and Johnnie, Johnnie Walker that is, are sponsoring an Elvis theme mini-festival. It is schedule on what I believe is the 30th anniversary of his passing. The intent is to honor the man and his music. They plan mostly Elvis songs sang by a live band, Elvis movies on the video, Elvis theme contests with prizes, which include a trip for two to a resort in Laos.

If you like (or love) Elvis or just enjoy a good time this might be worth experiencing.

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Ubon Ratchathani Sign of the Zodiac

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It was still a bit early when I headed out so I dropped by Swing Party House first. Inside it was dimly lit and cool. There were a few Thai patrons sitting around in small groups, talking in low voices and listening the the soft rock English language songs playing softly in the background. It’s a nice place to relax and enjoy a cold beer. The waitresses were pleasant and efficient as usual. They had different uniforms from the last time I had been in there.

I took off after my beer and before the band began playing and headed over to Felice. Only about a 10 minute walk from Swing. When I got there I didn’t see much activity and began to wonder if it was open at all. But upon entry I saw that yes in fact it was open and ready for business. I was early as I was the only patron in the place. This meant I was to get VIP service for a while. Five male waiters followed me to my table and waited while I ordered. I am not sure how they decided who would take care of me.

I got my Heineken and it was ice cold. Nothing to do yet but look around and listen to the music the DJ was playing. At 21:30 a group of girls came out scantily dressed and made their way onto the cat walk and began dancing. I was to discover soon that these were the B Team. For about 15 minutes it was a private show for me and finally some other customers came in. Another 15 minutes the first group of dancers left the cat walks and another group appeared on the stage, they were all dressed in bikinis, I guess this was the A Team.

The dancing went on for almost an hour total and when they finished a band took the stage and sang and played some Thai rock ballads. Not too bad but not the best I have heard either. The band was OK, the dancers were nice to watch. The entertainment alternated between the music and the girls all night about every 45 minutes to an hour.

Most of the patrons were male and I suspect that is because the club definitely caters the male clientele. I am sure though, that female customers are welcome as well. During their break from dancing the girls would circulate through the club, greeting people and offering to keep company for the price of a drink. It’s a nice place to go for the guy’s night out or if you want to get out of the house for a while. The drinks aren’t too expensive and the staff serve well and don’t harass.

If you want to go experience Felice, it is to the right side and in back of Pathumarat Hotel on Chayangkun Rd.. You can’t miss it. Enjoy the nightlife in Ubon Ratchathani.

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An Evening At Felice In Ubon Ratchathani

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