Bangkok has no shortage of high-rise venues, and the choice usually comes down to a simple question: do you want a drink with a view, or a full evening at the table? At lebua at State Tower on Silom Road, both options sit on the rooftop, which makes the comparison a useful one. Sky Bar is the open-air rooftop bar at 247m. Sirocco is the rooftop restaurant, serving Mediterranean dining with views of the Chao Phraya River.

This guide sets the two side by side so you can decide which suits your evening, your company and your pace.

Atmosphere: Lingering Over a Drink or Settling In for Dinner

A rooftop bar is about movement and conversation. Sky Bar suits an unhurried hour or two: a pause before dinner elsewhere, a quiet toast to mark an occasion, or a stop at the end of a long day exploring the city. You can come, take in the skyline, and stay for as long as the evening feels right.

A rooftop restaurant is a different rhythm. At Sirocco, the evening is built around the meal itself. Courses arrive at a considered pace, tables are set for conversation, and the view becomes a backdrop rather than the main event. It is the better fit for anniversaries, family gatherings, and any evening you would like to plan around rather than drop into.

If you are weighing the two, a simple test helps: if the view is the point, choose the bar. If the company and the table are the point, choose the restaurant.

Views and Timing

Both venues share the same tower, so you are looking at the same remarkable skyline and river. What changes is how you experience it.

  • Sky Bar: Open-air and relaxed, with a sweeping outlook over the city from 247m. Many visitors time a visit around sunset and the shift into evening, when the city lights begin to appear.
  • Sirocco: Dining with river views, best suited to an evening where you are seated for the length of a meal and can watch the light change over the course of dinner.

If you would like both in one evening, a drink at the bar before or after a dinner reservation is a natural pairing. Opening hours and menu details are best confirmed directly with the hotel before you plan around them.

How to Book

The booking approach is where the two experiences differ most, and it is worth knowing before you go.

Sky Bar welcomes walk-ins only. No reservation is required, so you can decide on the day without planning ahead. As with any popular rooftop, arriving with a little flexibility in your schedule is sensible.

Sirocco is reserved in advance. To book, call +66 (0)2 624 9999 or connect with the team via WhatsApp. If you have a special occasion, mention it when you reserve so the team can look after the details.

Guests should also review the hotel’s dress code policy before visiting either venue. For a closer look at the dishes, the Sirocco menu is available on the site, and the Sirocco page and Sky Bar page have further information on each venue.

Which One Should You Choose?

There is no wrong answer, only a better fit for the evening you have in mind.

  • Choose Sky Bar if you want a spontaneous, shorter visit centered on the view, with no reservation needed.
  • Choose Sirocco if you want a planned, seated dinner with river views and a more complete evening.
  • Choose both if you would like to begin or end a rooftop dinner with a quiet drink above the city.

For a wider look at the evening options across the property, the guide to an evening journey through lebua’s bars offers more ideas, and you can browse every restaurant and bar at lebua to plan the rest of your stay. Please enjoy responsibly and in line with local regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Sky Bar?

No. Sky Bar welcomes walk-in guests only, so no reservation is required.

How do I book a table at Sirocco?

To reserve Sirocco, call +66 (0)2 624 9999 or connect with the team via WhatsApp.

How high is Sky Bar?

Sky Bar is a rooftop bar at 247m, with an open-air outlook over the city.

What kind of food does Sirocco serve?

Sirocco is a rooftop restaurant serving Mediterranean dining with views of the Chao Phraya River.

Can I visit both Sky Bar and Sirocco in one evening?

Yes. Both are on the rooftop of the same tower, so many guests pair a drink at the bar with a dinner reservation at the restaurant.

Is there a dress code?

lebua publishes a dress code policy on its website, and guests are encouraged to review it before visiting either venue.