Obsessions
Obsessions occupies the far end of Nana Plaza's ground floor and runs as the complex's flagship ladyboy venue. The space is large with a central dance floor and wraparound bench seating that keeps sightlines open from most spots. The talent on stage is genuinely impressive, with performers who are highly feminine and hold actual conversations in English. Drink-pushing has calmed down noticeably over the last few years, making it a much more comfortable visit than it used to be. Bar fine is 700 THB.
What to Expect
A large ladyboy go-go bar with a central stage, decent DJ, and performers who engage socially. Less aggressive on drink pushing than its historical reputation suggested. Couples and curious first-timers visit regularly without feeling out of place.
Lively and theatrical. Bigger and better-organised than most ladyboy bars in Bangkok.
Dance, pop, and Thai club music
Casual
Visitors curious about Bangkok's ladyboy scene, couples exploring Nana Plaza
Cash preferred
Price Range
Beer 155 THB, whiskey 160 THB, lady drink 160 THB, bar fine 700 THB
Beer ~€4.30/USD $4.60, bar fine ~€20/USD $21
Hours
19:00. 02:00 daily
Insider Tip
The performers speak better English than most girls in Nana Plaza. Arrive after 21:00 for a full house. The venue is large enough that you can find a quiet corner if the main floor feels overwhelming.
Full Review
Obsessions takes up a large ground-floor space at the far end of Nana Plaza, with a central dance floor and wraparound bench seating that keeps sightlines open from most positions. The staging area is visible from all angles, and the room is large enough that even when busy, you can find a spot with space around you. The decor is standard go-go bar: dark walls, colored lighting, and a DJ booth.
The performers are impressive. The level of femininity is high, and English-language conversation comes naturally to most. The atmosphere has improved in recent years, with drink-pushing calmed significantly from the aggressive reputation of the past. The crowd includes curious couples, solo visitors exploring Bangkok's nightlife spectrum, and regulars who appreciate the venue's unique position in Nana Plaza.
Obsessions is Nana Plaza's flagship ladyboy venue and the largest of its kind in the complex. Smaller ladyboy bars exist in Nana and elsewhere on Sukhumvit, but none match the scale and organization. The bar fine at 700 THB is competitive, and the social atmosphere is more welcoming than its historical reputation suggested.
Arrive after 9 PM for a full house. The venue is large enough for a quiet corner if the main floor feels overwhelming. Couples visit regularly without feeling out of place. The performers speak better English than most venues in Nana Plaza, making conversation easier.
The Neighborhood
Obsessions occupies the far ground-floor section of Nana Plaza, separated from the main entrance cluster by a walkway. The venue draws from the broader Sukhumvit Soi 4 nightlife traffic and Bangkok's reputation as a destination for diverse nightlife experiences.
Getting There
BTS Nana station, then walk to Nana Plaza on Soi 4. Obsessions is at the far end of the ground floor. Follow the main walkway past the entrance bars.
Where to stay in Bangkok
Compare hotels near the nightlife districts. Free cancellation on most properties.
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Angelwitch
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Rainbow 4
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Billboard
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Spanky's
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Twister Bar
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Lollipop
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