42 trips and this is the first time you are wrapping a week's vacation in? Wow, now I've heard everything.
This link is the most comprehensive, indexed site I have seen regarding Pattaya gogos/bars.
Thai Anxiety: Enjoying Nightlife in Pattaya
Last time I was there, I tried Diamond Agogo on Soi Diamond (only there 2 days), and it was fine. But, what's good or not at any given time seems to go in cycles. There are some Pattaya fans in here that may pipe in their current choices.
Re: FL risky... only to the extent that they are not tied to an establishment.
The TanMan