Oskar Bistro, 24 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Tel. 02-255 3377, Opening hours: 6-11, website: www.oskar-bistro.com

Oskar Bistro is a large bar with a small bistro attached and a terrace in front overlooking the street, mainly populated by smokers. Oskar has a nice layout with plenty of room around the bar area as it gets packed later in the evening, it attracts mostly European foreigners, and because a few of the partners are French, expect a French crowd. Nirut is the main bartender and you can ask him to help you with the long list of exotic, tall drinks. Ten wines by the glass include (135-265): Lungarotti Pinot Grigio 195 baht, Rose Cinsault 145 baht, Ch. Malbec (Bordeaux) 265 baht. Free Tapas 4:30 – 7:30 pm (counter only).  A few selections from the French influenced menu: Oskar Burger 320 baht, Club Sandwich 240 baht, Croque Monsieur 210 baht, Quiche Lorraine 190 baht, N.Y. Caesar Salad 210 baht, Duck Parmentier 250 baht, Ratatouille 220 baht, wood-oven pizzas (195-325).