Triangle Bar Pattaya - Owner Steve shares the last two years of financial hardship and frustration!
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
- Pattaya has many bars, so many to be honest. But the last two years has sadly claimed many victims to the situation we have al had to endure.
Triangle Bar owner Steve kindly shares just how hard it has been trying to survive what has been the hardest two years of his life as a bar owner here in Pattaya.
Staffing issues, money issues and restriction after restriction has caused literally devastating outcomes. However, with the new relaxation of the rules here in Pattaya, Steve now faces new challenges ahead as we come to terms with gradually reopening Pattaya.
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Anyone who has run a small business can fully relate to how much hard work goes into to trying to survive in general let alone with covid crippling your trade for over 18mnths. So hats off to those trying to run one in Thailand where the government officials have now turned covid 19 regulations into a very lucrative business. As someone who owned a butchers/meat supplier to restaurants, I can honestly say that even if I was given a free restaurant I would sell it immediately. The work involved and headache's far outweigh the positives. My only worry is I am going to Thailand/Pattaya next year and end up drunk in Trevors Buzzing Bar & then wake up in my hotel room with a couple of ladies ( I hope they are ladies ) and a signed contract I now own a bar. : (
Agreed far more than People realize
Haha me too if I was given a free bar I’d say no thanks it’s just not worth the hassle. Over the years heard many takes of woe when a falang buys a bar, some have done ok, so far, but that can change at any time.
I have owned several restaurants in the UK and your correct they are a headache. But they can be very lucrative. Enabled me to retire early in life. Now would I want a bar/restaurant in Thailand not on your life. One of the main reasons is you cant own either only rent. If you do well they stuff the rent up. 1 in 1000 will earn a few BHT the rest will just end up loosing monies. It's a mugs game.
@@fredob43 agree but they never get on social media etc saying how much their profits are but get on quick enough when times are bad.
Steve is a great guy and charitably very supportive. I met him a couple of years ago and he did tell me he was from Abergavenny. I even remember talking to him about the 'Marty Wilde' song which he seemed to know well, he never mentioned any songs about Newport......are there any? I had a great night there with the 'Black Dog Band'' providing music, and the place was rammed. I wish Steve all the best with reopening and hope that things will return to 'normal' soon. The Triangle Bar is one that deserves to survive the pandemic and go on to greater strength and prosperity in the future. Good Luck Steve, I will see you again next year, with another new guitar for the band to try out.
Agreed a very nice guy
I've followed the videos showing everything Steve has done for his staff and the wider community - I'm in town for the month in January - will be stopping by regularly to show my support for this top class individual.
Nice one mate
Good to see Triangle rammed over the weekend. Top fella Steve.
Yes he's a breath of fresh air
Great interview. Two Cool Dudes hanging out. That is what life is about.
Thank you mate
When I lived in Pattaya I had many great nights in the Triangle bar best wishes my friend best of luck. Top guy.
It is a very popular bar
Wow Trev you have made my day , for me going to Pattaya and not going to the Triangle Bar is like not going to Pattaya at all. The amount of times I start my nights there and then moved on. But I have never had the pleasure of meeting Steve so hopefully in my next trip. So happy to know this bar will survive . For me the Triangle Bar, Pattaya Beer Garden and Sailor Bar soi 8 are the only places I can guarantee you I will never miss no matter what. Once again Trev thank you for making my day.
nice one mate, yeah a great place to visit as you said
Happy to see he didn’t give up. Goes to show you hard work and perseverance pays off. I will definitely go and support this bar when I am in Pattaya in a couple of months…CHEERS!! 🍺
Nice one mate
I like it how this channel goes out and supports other bars too, not just the buzzin bar. Credit where credit is due. Well done. Can’t wait to pop
In for a beer next weekend
Thanks mate
I could have listened to you both for hours! Steve is a really nice guy. Thanks Trev!
Thank you mate I'm glad you enjoyed the video
Met Steve and had a few beers with him and I have to say he is one of the most genuine nicest guys Iv ever met 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
nice one
Brilliant interview Trevor.. I like Steve a real nice guy .Triangle bar is a go too of mine looking forward to having a beer there sometime soon .. Cheers
Glad you enjoyed it
Fascinating interview with the gentleman. Thank you for the video
You are very welcome
Very enjoyable to watch is my life’s work is helping small company owners anywhere in the world expand the past two years have been very difficult for all of the small business owners that I know many have been gone under and are looking to reposition recharge and restart for what hope to be much better days ahead I like this kind of helpful interview which I hope is a big help to this man as he begins to build again from where things were and you’re a big help in this process merry Christmas
Nice one thank you for sharing
Had some great nights in triangle bar. Will definitely be going again. Looking a bit dodgy in uk. Hope we can get back end of month. Cheers Trev another brilliant interview with a top bloke
Thanks mate
Trev, I really like the coffee talks with the old guard of the Pattaya. History is awesome. I have a lot of history in Pattaya and its great to see.
Thank you my friend
I find it interesting that - and a tad puzzling why - so many people are so keen to criticise the Thai authorities. "Why were/are bars closed but the music festival was allowed to go ahead?" and "How does having a snack in a bar prevent the virus spreading?" they ask. "Bizarre!", they exclaim, "Only in Thailand!", they assert.
Correct me if I am wrong, but during the various lockdowns in Europe many pilot events took place, some of which have been shown to have become 'super-spreader' events. Was there not a huge football match in the UK during one such lockdown? Were FIFA officials from Europe not allowed to attend? Is it not the case that not only were they permitted to circumvent quarantine but did not even have to be tested? So Brits can ask why a music event (which was a pilot event) was allowed to go ahead in Pattaya while bars had to remain shut, but why are they not asking why, in the UK, a huge football match was allowed to take place while pubs were shut?
Also, all bars, cafes, and restaurants were closed in Europe during lockdown. However, McDonald's outlets were permitted to remain open, and they were even given a special concession whereby they could accept cash payments, while any other 'essential' service could only accept cashless/contactless payments. So, why are the very same Brits who ask how having a bit of food in a bar in Pattaya is meant to prevent the spread of the virus not also asking how having a milkshake in McDonald's - and paying for it in cash - rather than a beer in a pub - and paying for it via contactless payment - is meant to halt the spread of the virus? Gyms in the UK were forced to shut during lockdown but fast-food/junk food outlets were permitted to remain open. Which is better for your health? Bizarre! Only in the UK!
Also, is it not the case that the government were having parties while the nation was in lockdown? How does being in No.10 Downing Street prevent the spread of the virus? Bizarre! Only in the UK!
As for people criticising this Welsh chap for 'toeing the line', I can only assume they have never owned and/or run their own business in Thailand before, or indeed anywhere in the world. This guy knows full well that Thailand is an amazing country full of lovely people - I have had a base there since 2003, so nigh on 20 years now - but it is *not* the sort of country in which you want to run afoul of the law. Brits who go to Pattaya for 2 weeks once a year and who have never invested in themselves but who instead work for someone else 50 weeks a year will never understand that, and if they think the Thai authorities are too 'harsh' then they might wish to look at the powers the British Customs and Excise Department have. They are a law unto themselves.
Yes, the Thais have probably not handled things any worse than the Governors of Europe. They are ALL equally bonkers!
That is a fair shot but I think it's the inconsistencies here that have caused the problems
@@Buzzinpattaya Inconsistencies or different priorities from a different perspective?
@@kingofpattaya4524 No argument there! However, some have not over-reacted. Life in Sweden always went on as normal. Think also of Texas and Florida. I am though *SHOCKED* by most Western states' reaction to 'Omicron'! (Note how they no longer refer to 'the Omicron variant of Co-vid'; but just to 'Omicron'! It is a *new* virus and thus warrants *new* restrictions and necessitates a *new* vaccine!)
The South African doctor who first detected 'Omicron' is baffled why the UK government is reacting the way it is! Countries in Southern Africa are stating it is *mild*! The PM in the UK however says they must put to one side the idea it is mild! Why? He says one person (one!) has died 'with' Omicron, not *from* Omicron and the country is panicking!
The doctor who first detected 'Omicron':
czcams.com/video/RkhaEzmvDs0/video.html
Feel you’re pain, I’m a cabbie, and have had so many of my pals struggle or quit the game altogether. Passed the corner bar so many times on my trips, next time I’m out I will stop and have a beer. Great interview, and a top bar owner, wish you all the luck in the world.
By all means stop and have a beer at the The Corner bar but you're unlikely to see Steve there because the corner bar is on the corner in Soi Buakhao while Steve has the Triangle Restaurant and bar which is on the corner of soi pot hole.
It has been a horrific time
great interview liked the bit about stay within the law there are eyes and ears everywhere around Pattaya having been going to Pattaya for 40 years I can assure you there are many many under cover police about. Never trust them because they'll tuck you up like a kipper with massive fines to put you out of business. good luck to Steve and yours is a great channel Trevor
Exactly
Great vlog. Thank you, Trevor. Thank you, Steve. Triangle is on my "must go to" list. Good luck.
Thank you I'm glad you enjoyed the video
Can't deny he has a superb bar and amazing staff.
Hope to be back there soon.
Nice one
Good interview very honest fella hope he does well again in the near future !10/10
Yeah great guy
some great memories of this bar, looking forward to being there again soon.
Nice one
Saw that video where Chris profiles the bar. So cool to see this! Keep your chin up fellas
Gotcha
Steve's one of the good blokes of Pattaya.
Agreed
I tried to go there two days ago. Was packed, and couldn't get in. Good for him.
What's a nice turnaround
Had some beers in triangle bar back in March 2018. Great for watching the action on soi pothole, mainly massage shops. Many more bars there now. Look forward to visiting next year (2022).
Sounds great!
What a wonderful and colourful life. Great stuff Steve! The best of luck.
Agreed
Thanks Trev, good to see his is open. Have to go and have a look. Stay Safe mate
Cheers mate you too
Thanks, I'll put this on my list another great spot to go to chill and listen to a live band.
Please do
Steve seems a great bloke, will definitely call in for a beer or two when I return to Pattaya
Please do
Great bar with fantastic music, pleased that you have survived this mad period.
It has been a crazy time
Hey Steve, my mate Jerry (mates with George) says Hi and was happy you are doing well, We will definitely come and see you when we reach Pattaya. Cheers and best wishes.
I'm sure he will read this
BEST WISHES STEVE ENJOYED TRIANGLE BAR MANY TIMES HOPE THINGS COME BACK SOON
Thank you
Great bar, great music 🎶 & atmosphere 👌 Good luck for the future to you & your staff 😀
Nice one
Great video mate will come next year to support you guys ,
Nice one
Great man is Steve love the triangle bar and the black dogs.
I've had a couple of new years and Christmas eve party nights in there.
Great guy. 🏴
Nice one mate
Classic. Have never met Steve but I've watched Cris's vlog (retired working for you) Steve seems to be a great person who cares for he's staff.Unfortunately I can't make it to Patts to say hello on my next trip so will hopefully catch up later.
He is a nice guy
Love your Vids Trev, relevent subjects well presented mate.
Thank you
Great interview trev.what a lovely guy.fair play to him.👍🏼
Thank you
The golden rules of Pattaya: 1. Never ever even think about buying a bar ( unless you are so rich you can afford to lose it ) 2. Never believe 99% of what a bar girl tells you. 3. Never date a bar girl ( you can take the girl out of the bar but you can’t take the bar out of the girl )
4. Play the game don’t let the game play you. 5. Never isolate yourself. 6. Never fight a Thai ( They have no shame fighting back ten on one )
Stick by these rules you should be ok.
Gotcha
@Mr Anon Haha yes a sensible time to isolate for sure.
Fabulous video Trevor. Yourself & Chris Parker have done some amazing things over the last two years, helped so many people 🌴👍
Thank you so much
Most definitely 🇬🇧🙏
Great video Trevor, I’ll drop in to the Triangle bar next time I’m over
nice one
You can see the compassion in Steve’s voice . Keep moving forward
Onwards we march
Steve has turned over at least £300 from me in 2015-16. Rough with the smooth. Great guy, great bar👍👍
Nice one
I allways liked this bar, but didnt know that the owner is such a nice guy. Hope to come back soon
Hope so too
What an interesting man. Great video. I hope business is BOOMING soon
Thank you and I hope so too
Quality interview trev , great bar triangle bar Steve seems a good guy 👍
Thank you very much I'm glad you enjoyed it
Steve is a great guy has a great bar and worked unselfishly to reopen Good luck to the man
He is a nice guy
We have got back to our condo after my Test &/Go.
Frazier's tonight.
It's good to be back.
Welcome back
They are doing the right thing, staying within the law. If people don’t they’ll spoil it for everyone. Done a great job of reopening the Triangle.
Gotcha
That’s trippy AF. Been in there loads. It’s on the way to Excite! Classic
Nice one mate
Steve good guy.great staff.good music.a must stop by.keep it rollin
Agreed
Hi steve . Nice to see you still smiling. I will pop in for chips and a spring roll soon
Sounds good
Trev.steve a good man.triangle bar great a place.super staff.highly recomend it go to place.keep it rollin
well said
Great chat Trev , Steve seems like a great guy
Top man
Had a few great nights in triangle bar jumped up and belted out a couple of numbers I’m in Thailand may be heading to Pattaya for new year hope there will be some bands on 👍👍👍
Sounds great!
I am from Bridgend about 25 miles away from Newport were Steve is from wat a nice fella wen I come in March hopefully 🙏 we be over in March I will come have a beer 🍺 with Steve
Topman
Me too, hopefully all the restrictions will be eased by March.
Was in there on Friday night. Good music, cheap drinks!
Nice one
Interesting interview and Steve sounds like a great guy; with any luck, I'll have a drink with him in about a week. (No way is it going to be between 11 and 5 though! Beer is a must!)
Yes he is a really nice guy
Love the Triangle Bar. Probably in the top 5 favourite drinking holes. Especially when a good band is in.
I hope my favorite bar girl makes a return.
Yeah a good place to meet up for sure
Nice interview, Steve seems like a friendly bloke!
Agreed nice guy
I did try to visit the Triangle bar. But it was too busy at thatt time. I hope he has days like that again soon!
Nice one mate
Trevor, Great interview, Steve's a good man
Cheers mates
I'll be in for sure....eventually, but I will!! Big love to you all 👍👍❤❤🙂🙂
Nice one
What a life story, awesome, thanks
Very welcome
One of my favourite bars in pattaya, great atmosphere and no bar girls pestering you for drinks 👍
Yes many people feel the same way
you two are great i will see you two for sure when im back in pattaya
Thank you
Thanks Trev, would of been nice also if you showed us around the bar and the new sign
fair point mate sorry
Steve is great guy with a good heart. I'll be in Pattaya the first week of January and I'll definitely stop by the Triangle Bar and have some beers. Thanks Trevor for all your videos there great and Pattaya will definitely be back!
agreed
Lovely bloke, hope things get better for you.
Cheers
Be my first stop Steve soon as they drop the c.o.e. ..what a smashing bloke
I'm sure you'll have a great time
It’s great to hear all of you guys old army anecdotes. The British army sounds a damn site classier than the American for some reason. Probably the Welsh dialect/language that’s got me hooked.
If he spoke Welsh you would not understand a single word. That is just the Welsh pronunciation of English, not the Welsh language. Welsh is not a Germanic language as English is.
Haha cheers mate
@@vagabondvibes2578 oh I was sure I heard a few Cymru words thrown in for good measure.
Steve is such a genuine guy and really gives from the heart, great interview
Aloha 🤙🏼
Thank you
What a nice decent man , Steve it. Wish him all the best. Diamond geezer.
Well said
Good luck Steve hope things pick up watching from merthyr Tydfil 👍🏻🏴
Cheers
Looking forward to visiting his bar too.
Have a great time
Great bar,can't believe how hard it must've been credit to anyone who can get through this, gonna need regular tourism tho I would think
Thank you mate
One of the places I would have considered buying out of the closing businesses in Pattaya would have been Triangle bar if became available, great location - glad to see he’s still afloat and I wish him the best. I am thinking this area will have very high traffic if tourism gets back.
A very popular place
Good interview. Keep up the good work
Will try my best
Awesome stuff I look forward to seeing his band's and stuff
You will have a great time
Trev,
Its tough enough trying to understand you sometimes but I definitely needed American subtitles for this interview 😁
LOL sorry mate
What a nice bloke - more power to him! (Superb insights to Soi Chaiyapoon ownership....)
That's the first time I've heard that you couldn't bring back shoes or children from East Germany. Köpenick was my destination once through Checkpoint Charlie, all the Ostmarks to buy people drinks with. I empathise with stopping music when you've done it as a job. +1 (edit: the Stasi Museum is a full day out.)
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@Buzzinpattaya A breath of fresh air. "Don't flout the law". Impossible to not admire the man.
Steve, Thank you for your service.
Genuinely nice guy
Good luck Steve hoping the best for 2022
Thanks mate and happy New Year to you too
@@Buzzinpattaya Happy new year too u to Trev
What a moving interview with Steve! Hard times for most people the world over. We went through the lockdown for months here in LA as well. However we managed to stay afloat and we’re super glad we did. People came back in droves when things reopened again. I really hope the same will happen to the Triangle Bar and to Pattaya!! Cheers!!
He wears his heart on his sleeve
@@Buzzinpattaya yes he sure did ❤️! What a beautiful man!! I feel things will come back strong 💪🏽 in 2-3 months time.
Nice too see Trev and good luck all👍
Cheers mate
Great Video Trev !!
Thank you
Fantastic to see the Triangle Bar open again. Well done Steve and your wonderful staff.
100%
What a cracking fella Steve is.
Indeed
Steve is such a class act, I will definitely checkout his place when I finally get to Pattaya.
please do
Went to Triangle bar when it was allowed to serve beer and it was packed! Was there with Nick Dean from Assienda and others
Nice one mate I hope you had a great time
@@Buzzinpattaya yes got so drunk!
Nice guy.I will go to his bar one day soon for sure
Have a great time I'm sure you will
Have had lunch and a drink at this bar brief chat with Steve great place and staff
Nice one
Great interview!!!
RRW, RGJ and myself 1 KORBR. We’ll have to have a few beers and talk old shop 🍻.
The good old days
@@Buzzinpattaya Absolutely mate. 🍻
Same Steve I was in Berlin with the KOSB..did the maribor train ride and guarding hess in spandue
Nice one mate thank you for sharing
Good luck Steve hope everything goes well for you spoke to your mate Mark two weeks ago he’s a dad now would like to be back in next year if you read this my bar has now been convicted to a girly bar.
nice one
When in pattaya loved a visit to the Triangle Bar
The great location for meeting up
you can see it's the small guy that is trying to help their staff and care! big business just in bed with those in power to help with the plan to destroy all small businesses and control every aspect of peoples lives!
Sadly is very often that way
What a brilliant vlog . What a brill interview of a guy whos lived an amasing life up to now . onwards and upwards . best of luck for the future
Thank you very much much appreciated