Coyote

Sivadon Bldg., 1/2 Soi Convent, Silom Rd., 02-631-2324. Open daily 11am-1am. BTS Saladeang
With their seven-day happy hour (buy-one-get-one-free margarita: Mon-Fri 3pm-7pm and Sat-Sun 11am-7pm), getting held up by the rain at this Mexican-themed joint may actually be the best thing that happens to you all day. Plus the ultra-bright décor should brighten up any cloudy moods.

Saxophone Pub

3 Phayathai Rd., 02-246-5472. Open daily 9am-1:30am. www.saxophonepub.com. BTS Victory Monument
Having just celebrated its 24-year anniversary, this place is the city’s institution for jazz lovers and musicians alike. Thanks to its tight lineup across the week, led by the go-to saxophonist Mr. Koh Saxman and renowned producer Neung Jakkawal, you’re guaranteed a fun hip-swaying session whenever the rain forces you to swing by.

The Black Swan

326/8-9 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-626-0257. Open daily 11:30-1am. BTS Asok
With its homely wood furniture, vintage bric a brac and fireplace, this two-story English pub, right under the BTS, will definitely help warm you up on a rainy day. While you’re there, take advantage of the happy hour (daily from 2pm-7pm) and knock back a couple of pints from as cheap as B100.

Cocowalk

Phayathai Rd. (opposite Asia Hotel). BTS Ratchathewi
This enclave of lao pan (liquor shaken with ice served in a jug) joints and laid-back eateries is mostly frequented by flip-flop-wearing uni students – great footwear for rain-flooded streets. A perfect place to while away the hours until the storm passes.