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Ed Sato -
4 years ago
I think this is the Ang Sila, Chonburi, branch of a German restaurant chain originally opened in Bangkok called Tawandang German Brewery. There are now many branches of that brewery all over Thailand, and even some overseas (Australia, I believe). The original branches were huge venues with a large variety of live music and a carnival atmosphere.
This branch is much more subdued, and is much smaller (dozens of seats instead of hundreds). This branch serves German food that has been altered for the Thai palate. Purists won't approve, but the food is at least German-inspired, similar to the beer offerings.
There is also a sushi bar right in the middle of the restaurant. (Yes, really.) Adjoining the restaurant is a coffee shop/bar. There definitely is a lack of uniform identity going on, but instead there is just a lot of different things that Thais enjoy stuck together. It sounds weird, but actually the place is nice. It has pleasant outdoor seating, cold beer and vaguely western food (among other varieties) at a not overly expensive price. Hard to find that combination in this area.