Hemingway’s Outdoor Patio View
Hemingway’s Front Entrance View

Yesterday afternoon and evening I had my first opportunity to check out Hemingway’s Drinking & Dining Establishment in Bangkok on Sukhumvit 14 when I met two friends for drinks and food. It is a wonderful establishment, converted into a large house with a long and colorful history. Almost as colorful as the history of author, Ernest Hemingway, whom the restaurant is named after, which includes multiple bars and event rooms. Before my friends arrived I met the General Manager, Damian Mackay; he hails from Australia and the owner, Craig Bianchini from my home country of the USA. They were both hospitable, informative and happy to share details about the history of the place, which opened fairly recently. Rather than recap what other’s have already written better than I could, find here the link to the well done web site about the eating and drinking venue: http://www.hemingwaysbangkok.com/ Bangkok 101 also wrote an excellent review, which I encourage people to Google if they would like more information.

The ambiance is great, taking many features from Hemingway’s Key West, Florida home, the drinks are great, happy hour is 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., which included the time we were there. The food we sampled was all good and the prices, even outside of Happy Hour are reasonable for what you get. They’ve also done a nice job of pairing snacks with drinks in a combo pricing deal. By all means, check out Hemingway’s on Sukhumvit Soi 14 if you are in the area. It is well worth seeking out the destination. I wish Craig and Damian much success.