The Duke Pub & Restaurant

Restaurants · International Fusion

Rating: 4.3 (641 reviews)

Address: 12 Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Status: CLOSED

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About

The Duke Pub & Restaurant is a vibrant live music venue in Chaweng, Koh Samui, that offers much more than just dining. It's a dynamic, rock-oriented destination that seamlessly blends exceptional live entertainment, a diverse drink selection, and casual dining. While primarily appealing to music lovers and adult patrons, the venue creates an electric atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists. The pub is renowned for its nightly live rock and metal bands, interactive performances, and welcoming social environment.

Highlights

  • Exceptional nightly live rock and metal music performances
  • Extensive drink selection with affordable prices
  • Friendly and attentive staff
  • Multiple entertainment options (billiards, darts, sports screens)
  • Central location in Chaweng
  • Interactive music experience

The Vibe

High-energy and rock-centric, with a casual, unpretentious pub atmosphere. The environment transforms from calm during lunch to an electrifying music scene in the evenings. Spacious and stylishly decorated, the venue offers multiple entertainment options like billiards, darts, and sports screenings, creating a versatile and engaging space that encourages socializing.

Popular Dishes

  • The Duke's English Breakfast
  • Burgers
  • BBQ Chicken Wings
  • Chicken Pad Thai
  • Nachos
  • Pub-style international and Thai cuisine

People Especially Praise

  • Live music quality and band performances
  • Friendly and engaging musicians
  • Cold draft beers
  • Overall social atmosphere
  • Nostalgic rock music from 70s and 90s

Kids-Friendliness

Not recommended for young children. While somewhat accommodating to families with older children (10+), the loud music, evening atmosphere, and pub environment make it primarily an adult-oriented venue focused on live music and socializing.

What This Place Offers

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • DineIn

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Live music
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Braille menu
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • LateNight food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Tuesday: 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Wednesday: 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Thursday: 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Friday: 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Saturday: 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Sunday: 10:00 am–12:00 am

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Reviews

Rating: 4.3 (641 reviews)

Sentiment Breakdown

  • Positive: 73%
  • Mixed: 20%
  • Neutral: 5%
  • Negative: 2%

Predominantly positive, with guests consistently praising the live music, atmosphere, and social experience. While food quality receives mixed reviews, the exceptional entertainment and friendly environment make it a must-visit destination for music lovers.

Reasoning

The overwhelming majority of reviews highlight the exceptional live music, friendly staff, and vibrant atmosphere. Minor criticisms about food consistency and portion sizes are overshadowed by the venue's strong entertainment value. The pub is clearly positioned as a music and social destination rather than a fine dining restaurant.

Location: 9.5265819, 100.0592736