A single soi that concentrates Bangkok's expat nightlife — bars, clubs, rooftop venues and late-night food.
Soi 11 runs from Sukhumvit Road south about 600 metres — bar after bar, with rooftop options at the far end and clubs mixed in.
Expats (long-term and short), tourists on the party circuit, Thai party-goers — a mixed crowd that keeps going until 2–3 AM.
Levels (multi-floor club), Iron Fairies (quirky bar), Havana Social (hidden speakeasy, requires a code), several rooftop options, late-night food stalls on the main road.
Soi 11 is more upscale, more expensive, more expat-focused; Khao San is backpacker energy and cheaper — different scenes entirely.