Say Hello to Thomas Abd Ali – The Magic Maker Behind Birdies' Cocktail Revolution! – Birdies Bar & Beverage Manager
Thomas Abd Ali – born in Paris in 1996 – started his hospitality journey in 2014, moving into cocktail bars in 2016. He trained at the Experimental Cocktail Group, one of Paris’ first cocktail bars, under mentors who shaped some of the city’s most influential bartenders.
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He then joined Little Red Door, a bar nominated nine times in The World’s 50 Best Bars, holding the French record. He also contributed to a menu nominated in 2020 at Tales of the Cocktail for the World’s Best Cocktail Menu.
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Most recently, he became Head Bartender at 1802, one of the world’s largest rum bars, featuring over 1,000 rums by the glass, a private bottling program, and its own rum festival. The bar is among 18 world-class venues awarded two Pinnacle Guide pins and has been in the Top 500 Bars since 2019, reaching 66th place in 2022.
A passionate traveler and flavor explorer, Thomas has visited hundreds of cities, distilleries, markets, and bars worldwide. He now leads the beverage program at Birdies Bangkok, always seeking new inspiration and flavors.
Timeless classics to bold signatures...
From timeless classics to our bold and innovative signatures, Birdies’ cocktail menu boasts an exciting blend of familiar favorites with a unique twist—and so much more. Led by Thomas, who brings his distinctive flair all the way from Paris, France, our menu infuses a touch of his personal style and character into every drink.
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Join us at Birdies and experience a world of cocktails that blend tradition and creativity, where every drink tells a story. Cheers!
COMFORTABLE. NOSTALGIC. FUN.