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Bangkok’s 72 Courtyard in Thonglor Closes After a Decade of Food, Music, and Culture

Night view of the modern concrete façade and illuminated “72” signage of 72 Courtyard Bangkok, a lifestyle and nightlife destination in Thonglor Thailand.

PUBLISHED October 8th, 2025 01:15 am | UPDATED October 20th, 2025 07:00 pm

In a city that never sleeps but often forgets, some places manage to leave a mark that’s hard to shake. After nearly a decade of shaping Bangkok’s modern identity through food, music, and late-night camaraderie, 72 Courtyard will officially close its doors on 31 October 2025. 

Nestled in the heart of Thonglor, this open-air lifestyle complex has long been a cornerstone of the capital’s creative and culinary landscape. A place where ramen met rave, and where conversations stretched long past midnight. Much like the city’s best cocktail bars that blend craft and community, 72 Courtyard was built on connection, a gathering ground for chefs, DJs, artists, and the endlessly curious.

Since opening in 2015, the Courtyard has hosted an ever-evolving lineup of restaurants and bars that mirrored Bangkok’s appetite for reinvention. From the comforting umami bowls at Kenji’s Ramen Lab and the playful plates at Beer Belly, to the low-lit charm of Feral Wine Bar, each venue carved its own corner in Thonglor’s story.

Evening crowd at Feral Wine Bar in 72 Courtyard Thonglor Bangkok, with lush hanging plants, warm lighting, and people enjoying wine and food in an alfresco garden setting.
Photo: Courtesy of Feral

Throughout October, expect the same spirit of generosity and mischief that made 72 Courtyard what it is. Participating venues are offering 30% discounts, special menus, and Halloween-themed collaborations, including kitchen takeovers by Bangkok favourites like Baan Lamyai, La Lupita Taqueria, and Oxbo. The final week (24–31 October) will be a curtain call filled with curated chaos: themed menus, parties, and one last all-in blowout.

BEAM: Bangkok’s Sonic Church Signs Off

And then there’s BEAM. More than just a club, it was a rite of passage. With its minimalist design, world-class sound system, and uncompromising programming, BEAM championed underground electronic music at a time when Bangkok sorely needed it. For many, it was a second home.

A packed dancefloor under red lighting at BEAM Bangkok in 72 Courtyard, capturing the city’s underground nightlife energy with DJs and clubgoers immersed in electronic music.
Photo: Courtesy of BEAM Bangkok

BEAM will host its final night on October 31, a double-headliner affair that promises to be unforgettable. Its younger sibling, BEAMCUBE, will continue through 29 November, featuring international names like Jamz Supernova and Suze Ijó, as well as local collectives such as Kade & Co, Boink, and Sugar Rush Thai Dance.

Importantly, this isn’t a funeral. It’s a transformation. “The message is clear: BEAM is not gone, it’s changing shape,” the team writes. The music, the energy, the culture, those parts don’t fade. They evolve.

A Space That Meant More

In a city chasing the next new thing, 72 Courtyard carved out something rare: consistency with edge. It was Bangkok at its most interesting. Cosmopolitan, collaborative, and a little wild around the edges. It reminded us that good nights aren’t about opulence, but about people. About connection.

A steaming bowl of Shoyu Tonkotsu ramen served at Kenji’s Ramen Lab in 72 Courtyard Bangkok, featuring chashu pork, soft-boiled egg, seaweed, and noodles on a wooden table.
Shoyu Tonkotsu. Photo: Courtesy of Kenji’s Ramen Lab

So if you ever stumbled out of a BEAM set blinking into the humid 2am air, or discovered your new favourite wine under Feral’s moody lighting, or just came for the ramen and stayed for the vibe, this farewell is for you.

This October, Bangkok says goodbye. One last dance. One more drink. Ten years of memories.

See you in the courtyard, while it lasts.

sharmaine


Sharmaine is a storyteller who follows her curiosity through flavours, cultures, and soundscapes. A selector at heart, she collects vinyls, digs through playlists, and finds the perfect tune for every moment. When she’s not experimenting in her kitchen, she’s exploring nature, ancient healing traditions, or indulging in wellness rituals because she believes the richest stories are those experienced with all the senses.