Violin Bar sits just inside Soi Pothole from the Third Road end, offering a slightly different take on the traditional girls bar along one of Pattaya's more colourful nightlife streets.

Unlike some of the more enclosed gentlemen's clubs, Violin has an open, street-facing layout, allowing visitors to get a feel for the place before stepping inside. The setup leans towards a gentlemen's club atmosphere, with a team of girls, cold drinks and a more personal, sit-down experience than the larger go-go bars around town.

Violin has also developed a following among Japanese visitors, adding to the mix of regulars and tourists making their way along Soi Chaiyapoon. It's a sociable little spot where the emphasis is on spending time with the girls and enjoying a few drinks without much fuss.

Despite the musical name, the main attraction here isn't the performance — it's the company.