Pattaya Clubs Seek Liquor Licence Extensions

Operators of entertainment venues in the Thai resort of Pattaya that have reclassified themselves as restaurants in a bid to remain in operation during the pandemic have urged the government to extend dine-in service with alcoholic beverages beyond 11pm, the Bangkok Post reported.

As pubs, bars, and karaoke parlours still cannot open, some venues in Pattaya have transformed into restaurants to skirt the ban. Many owners have delayed reopening as they consider the 11pm closing too early to be profitable.

Read the full report: Bangkok Post

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