Sorn: A Southern Thai Spice Pilgrimage Worth the Hassle. Let's be clear: scoring a table at Sorn is a Herculean feat. But for those who prevail, what awaits is a deep, fiery dive into Southern Thai cuisine that few restaurants dare to attempt....

Blue by Alain Ducasse manages to erase its shopping mall location with a dramatic midnight-blue interior and sweeping, cinematic river views, offering a stunning fine-dining experience. Paired with service that is a masterclass in flawless precision and technically faultless cuisine, we look into how this restaurant delivers a polished performance that confidently ticks every Michelin-starred box. Let’s be clear: a restaurant inside a glitzy shopping mall is a tough sell. Yet, Blue by Alain Ducasse at ICONSIAM almost makes you forget the retail air. The dramatic, midnight-blue interior and sweeping, cinematic views of the Chao Phraya River create a powerful,...

Gaa: A Culinary Tightrope Walk. Nestled in a charmingly restored Thai house, Gaa buzzes with the quiet confidence you'd expect from a two-Michelin-starred establishment. The vibe is intimate and sophisticated, with service that's polished yet...

A Taste of the Riviera, With a Bangkok Twist Let's be clear: Côte by Mauro Colagreco isn't your casual Tuesday night dinner spot. Nestled within the opulent Capella Bangkok, it's a place for special occasions, and it certainly looks the part. With...

Inddee: A Culinary Odyssey with a Few Bumps in the Road. Nestled in a restored mansion, Inddee arrives with the ambition to redefine Indian dining in Bangkok. The atmosphere is immediately cinematic, with a mist-filled garden and elegantly designed...

Wana Yook: A Glorified Khao Gaeng Joint? Tucked away in a restored colonial house, Wana Yook has been lauded for its ambitious take on khao gaeng (curry over rice). The brainchild of Chef Chalee Kader, this Michelin-starred establishment aims to...

Samrub Samrub Thai: A Deliciously Schizophrenic Trip Back in Time. Forget your staid, white-tablecloth Thai dining experiences. Samrub Samrub Thai is less a restaurant and more a delicious, chaotic dinner party in a renovated Silom house. Run by the...

Le Du: A Seasonal Journey That Almost Reaches the Summit So, Le Du. The name means "season" in Thai, a detail the polished staff will eagerly share, and with a Michelin star and a former title as Asia's best restaurant, expectations are...

Elements, Inspired by Ciel Bleu: A Sky-High Culinary Affair with its Head in the Clouds? Bangkok's fine dining scene is a relentless churn of hype and forgotten flavors, but Elements, Inspired by Ciel Bleu, perched atop the Okura Prestige, seems to...

Baan Tepa isn’t just a meal; it’s a pilgrimage. First, you have to brave the notorious traffic to Ramkhamhaeng, arriving at what feels like a secret family estate. Housed in a beautifully rejuvenated villa, the space is a chic blend of polished...

Sühring: A Teutonic Triumph in the Tropics. Forget everything you think you know about German food. At Sühring, the wunderkind twins Mathias and Thomas Sühring have transplanted their heritage to a serene Bangkok villa, and the result is nothing...

Coda: A Playful Riff on Thai Fine Dining that Hits (Almost) All the Right Notes Coda Bangkok bursts onto the scene with a tasting menu that’s as much a cheeky wink as it is a culinary statement. Chef Supasit ‘Tap’ Kokpol, armed with experience from...

Nestled away in a historic Chinatown shophouse, Potong is Chef Pam’s love letter to her Thai-Chinese heritage. Forget "simple," as the name cheekily suggests; this is a full-blown, multi-story sensory journey. The setting, a meticulously restored...

IGNIV: A Michelin-Starred Nest That’s Almost Too Cool for School. IGNIV, which charmingly means ‘nest’ in some obscure Swiss dialect, has certainly feathered its own little corner of The St. Regis with Michelin-starred finery. The concept? A...

High Art, High Altitude. Let’s be honest, any restaurant 65 floors above Bangkok is already halfway to impressing. At Mezzaluna, the view is undeniably a showstopper, a glittering panorama that threatens to outshine the food. Almost. But Chef Ryuki...

In a city drowning in "farm-to-table" clichés, Haoma is the real, muddy-boots deal. It’s less a restaurant and more a lush, green science experiment tucked away in Phrom Phong. You’re literally surrounded by your dinner, with an on-site urban farm...

Mia: A Whimsical Jaunt into Modern European Fare That Almost Hits All the High Notes. Tucked away in a quiet soi, Mia feels less like a restaurant and more like an invitation into a whimsical private residence. Inside, you're presented with a choice...

Le Normandie: An Enduring Legend on the River. For decades, Le Normandie has reigned as Bangkok's grande dame of French fine dining, a place of hushed elegance and Chao Phraya views that could almost make you forget the city's frantic pulse. It’s a...

A Love Letter to Grandma, Via Modern Thai Cuisine Let's be clear: getting a seat at Nusara feels like winning the lottery, and for good reason. Tucked away with a jaw-dropping view of Wat Pho, this intimate space is Chef Ton's heartfelt tribute to...

No Name Noodle: The Bowl That Broke Bangkok. Let's be clear: getting a seat at No Name Noodle is a Herculean feat. With only 35 bowls served daily, securing a reservation feels like winning the lottery. But is the city's most elusive ramen worth the...

Maison Dunand: An Alpine Retreat in the Heart of Bangkok. Nestled away in Sathorn, Maison Dunand feels less like a city restaurant and more like a chic alpine chalet. The ambiance is a study in cozy elegance, with warm woods and soft lighting...

Resonance: A Culinary Riddle Wrapped in an Enigma. In a city teeming with restaurants that shout, Resonance whispers. Tucked away in Sukhumvit, this minimalist, white-clad dining room is the antithesis of Bangkok’s usual chaotic charm. It’s a brave...

Signature’s Floral Symphony Hits (Mostly) High Notes. Signature Bangkok, perched high on the 11th floor of the VIE Hotel, isn’t just dinner; it’s a full-blown theatrical performance. From the moment you’re ushered into the plush, velvet-draped piano...

The GOAT: A Deliciously Demented Trip Down Memory Lane. Tucked away in Ekkamai, The GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) isn't just a restaurant; it's a wildly inventive culinary playground. Chef Tan-Parkorn Kosiyapong is the mastermind, crafting tasting...

A Fiery Ode to Old Siam Tucked away in Nonthaburi, AKKEE Thai Delicacies & Tasting Counter is a glorious pilgrimage for anyone weary of the usual tom yum and pad thai parade. Forget Bangkok’s fleeting trends; Chef Sittikorn Chantop is a culinary...

An evening at Ōre is less a meal and more a culinary disappearing act. You surrender your senses at the door of its minimalist, six-seat counter and for the next few hours, the outside world simply ceases to exist. This is a place that whispers...

Jhol: Coastal Indian Cool Hits Bangkok, Mostly Finally, an Indian restaurant in Bangkok that dares to ditch the butter chicken. Jhol, which translates to "mischief," certainly lives up to its name by shaking up the city's Indian dining scene with a...

Perched high on the 61st floor of the State Tower, Chef's Table is an experience that’s nothing short of theatrical. From the moment you step into the stunningly designed dining room, with its panoramic city views and a massive, UFO-like bronze...

R-Haan: A Royal Romp That Almost Reaches the Stars. R-Haan isn’t just a meal; it’s a full-blown production. From the moment you step into its opulent, Thonglor setting, you’re on a journey through Thailand’s culinary heritage—or so the two Michelin...

A Supper Club That’s Worth the Hype In a city teeming with "chef's table" experiences, Haawm stands out—not for stiff formality, but for its audacious embrace of a convivial, home-style supper club. Tucked away in On Nut, this intimate dining room...

Canvas: A Masterpiece or Just a Pretty Picture? Thonglor’s art-obsessed darling, Canvas, continues to paint a dramatic picture on Bangkok’s fine-dining scene. Chef Riley Sanders wields his tweezers like a master brush, transforming humble Thai...

In a city teeming with omakase options, Sushi Masato remains the undisputed heavyweight champion, and frankly, it’s not hard to see why. Tucked away in a quiet soi, the experience feels less like a stuffy, formal dinner and more like an intimate...

Aksorn: A Deliciously Opinionated History Lesson. David Thompson is back, not that he ever really left. At Aksorn, perched atop the impossibly chic Central: The Original Store, he’s less the fiery street food evangelist and more the studious...

Escaping Bangkok for a meal can feel like a fool's errand, but Suan Thip makes the schlep to Nonthaburi not just worth it, but essential. Forget your concrete jungle woes. You arrive at a sprawling, traditional Thai house set in a riverside garden...

Nahm: Still the Reigning Queen of Thai Fine Dining, or a Fading Star? Let's be frank, Nahm isn't the new kid on the block anymore. It's a grande dame of the Bangkok dining scene, a place that carries the weight of past glories and Michelin stars....

Chim by Siam Wisdom: A Royal Feast or Just Royally Stiff? Nestled in a charmingly restored, century-old teak house, Chim by Siam Wisdom promises a culinary journey back to the Rattanakosin era. You’re not just going for dinner; you’re stepping into...

80/20: A Tale of Two Thailands. Tucked away in the charismatic chaos of Charoenkrung, 80/20 still pulsates with the ambitious energy that snagged it a Michelin star. The exposed brick and industrial-chic interior remain, creating a comfortably...

Saneh Jaan: A Royal Feast or Just Royally Stale? Nestled in the concrete jungle near Lumphini, Saneh Jaan presents itself as a bastion of authentic, royal Thai cuisine, complete with a Michelin star to polish its crown. The ambiance certainly...

Jay Fai: A Fiery Spectacle Worth the Wait? Let's be clear: a meal at Jay Fai is less a simple dinner and more a pilgrimage. You’ll queue, you’ll sweat, and you'll wonder if any street food is worth this much fuss. The answer, like the 81-year-old...

PRU: Phuket's Pious Purveyor of Farm-to-Table Fare. Let's be clear: PRU isn't your typical Phuket beachside grub-hub. Tucked away in the serene Trisara resort, this is dining that demands your full attention, and for the most part, it earns it. The...

Perched on the 30th floor of the Kimpton Maa-Lai, AVANT is the startlingly quiet, Michelin-starred comeback of Chef Haikal Johari. Forget cavernous dining rooms; this is an intimate, 11-seat counter affair where the synchronized whispers of the...

Aulis Phuket: A Michelin Star Shines Bright, But Is It Worth the Trip? Simon Rogan, the farm-to-table messiah, has planted his flag in Phuket, and the result is Aulis, an intimate 15-seat chef's table that snagged a Michelin star less than a year...

Nawa is the darling of the Bangkok fine dining scene, a place that whispers promises of innovative Thai cuisine and, for the most part, delivers. Tucked away in Ekkamai, the ambiance is a study in modern elegance—low lighting, an intimate setting,...

CLARA: An Italian Love Affair Worth Having. Nestled in a serene, art-filled Bauhaus villa, CLARA is more than just a restaurant; it’s a full-blown Italian romance. From the moment you step into the manicured garden dotted with sculptures, you know...

Acqua Bangkok: A Sardinian Splash That Almost Drowns in its Own Ambition. The long-awaited Bangkok outpost of Phuket’s famed Acqua has finally landed, bringing Chef Alessandro Frau’s sophisticated Sardinian swagger to the capital. Housed in a...

Santiaga: More Than Just Tacos, But Is It a Revolution? Let's be clear: Santiaga is not your late-night, cheese-drenched Tex-Mex joint. Tucked away above the perpetually buzzy Billy's Smokehouse, this is Mexican cuisine that's had a serious glow-up,...

Cross BKK: A Year-Long Wait for a Genre-Bending Meal. Finally snagged a seat at Cross BKK, the city's most elusive reservation? Prepare for a culinary journey that’s more than just a meal; it's a front-row seat to a masterclass in controlled chaos....

A Culinary Journey That Hits All the Right Notes Let's be frank, the trek to Phra Khanong can feel like a mission, but for Dan Bark's Cadence, it's a pilgrimage worth making. Housed in a smart, elegant space that feels both intimate and grand, this...

Denkushiflori BKK: A Tale of Two Tastes in One Bite. Denkushiflori BKK arrives with a pedigree heavier than a sumo wrestler, a love child of two Tokyo titans, Zaiyu Hasegawa of Den and Hiroyasu Kawate of Florilège. The concept? Japanese "kushiage"...

In a city teeming with omakase joints that often feel more about the ‘gram than the grub, Kayaki slices through the noise with a refreshingly straightforward concept: grilled fish. Don’t yawn just yet. This isn’t your garden-variety shioyaki. Tucked...

Duet by David Toutain: A Culinary Pas de Deux with a Few Missteps. David Toutain, the Parisian culinary darling, has landed in Bangkok, and the result is Duet, a fine-dining affair that promises a symphony of nature and French technique. Housed in a...

Jhol isn't your typical butter chicken and naan joint. Forget everything you think you know about Indian food in Bangkok; this Sukhumvit hotspot is a breath of fresh, coastal air. Chef Hari Nayak playfully blends traditional recipes from India's...

Sourcing Table isn't just another brunch spot; it's a bold culinary statement tucked away in a converted warehouse in Bangkok's Bang Waek neighborhood. The cavernous, high-ceilinged space screams industrial chic, a vibe that feels both effortlessly...

Tucked away in a quiet street, Sushi Ichizu 鮨いちづ is where Tokyo-trained chefs perform culinary miracles. The minimalist, elegant space is a stage for a meticulously orchestrated omakase experience. This isn't your casual weeknight sushi spot; it's a...

In a city drowning in identikit Italian joints, Chenin.bkk crash-lands in Phrom Phong like a welcome, natural wine-fueled meteorite. This isn’t your nonna’s trattoria. The vibe is pure, unadulterated Sukhumvit cool—a cozy, dimly lit space buzzing...

Kiwamiya: Sizzle, Hype, and a Whole Lot of Smoke The hype train from Fukuoka has officially crashed into Dusit Central Park, and its name is Kiwamiya. This temple of DIY hamburg has Bangkok’s foodies in a chokehold, generating queues so legendary...

An exercise in bait-and-switch, Tahona Bangkok is not the tequila bar its name might suggest. Perched on the 33rd floor of the InterContinental Sukhumvit, this newcomer eschews sombreros for a sharp, contemporary take on Thai cuisine that’s both...

A Slice of Paris, by way of Seoul, in Ekkamai. PAR RIS crash-lands in Ekkamai with a vibe so meticulously curated, you can almost hear the Instagram influencers hyperventilating. It’s a curious case of cultural jet lag—a rustic French cottage...