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$ | Thong Lor |
You wouldn't expect much by looking at this nondescript restaurant on Sukhumvit Road from the outside, but locals have been packing it night after night for years. The place, which started out as a late night khao tom rice soup eatery, has expanded to having one of the most extensive and tastiest Thai-Chinese menus in town.
1087–91 Sukhumvit Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10110, Thailand
Known For
- Classic Thai dishes like tom yum soup
- Signature dishes like aw suan (oyster and egg soufflé) and dok krajon ("little flower" salad)
- Open late until 4:30 am
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$$$$ | Bang Rak |
Founded by young chefs in a minimally restored old shophouse in Bang Rak, 80/20 earned its first Michelin star in record time. The kitchen team brings together rare Thai ingredients and European cooking techniques, along with head chef Andrew Martin's idea of 14-bite (B2,800) and 18-bite (B3,300) tasting menus. Signature dishes include the Stormy Sea (squid, mangosteen, chili) inspired by the chef’s fishing trips in the South and the Isaan Market, using seasonal mushrooms found in the mountain plateau of the Northeast.
1052-1054 Charoenkrung Soi 26, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- Tasting menus
- Fresh seafood
- Trendy decor
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$$ | Silom |
This restaurant in a converted house with a pleasant outdoor garden balances a casually upmarket feel with fairly authentic Thai cuisine oriented toward less adventurous palates. The basics are done well here, from chu chee goong mae nam (curried river prawns) to khao yum (southern Thai-style rice salad). Local artwork adorns the walls.
69 S. Sathorn Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10120, Thailand
Known For
- Local artwork
- Wide menu
- Mango sticky rice
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$$$ | Yannawa |
If you cruise the Chao Phraya River at night, you might end up gazing upon the clapboard house this restaurant occupies, wishing you were among the crowd dining at this most romantic spot. Fresh Thai oysters, served raw with chili and herbs, are a big draw here. There’s another branch on Rama III Road at 288 Soi 14, but this one has more atmosphere.
762/7 Bangkok Sq., Rama III Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10120, Thailand
Known For
- White-teak traditional house
- Authentic Thai cuisine
- Seafood dishes like steamed fish and spicy fried crab
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$$ | Pathumwan |
Close to Lumpini Park on Withayu Road, Baan takes recipes that have been handed down through generations and takes them up a notch by using top-line ingredients and fine-dining presentations. Signature dishes include braised beef curry, spicy five-spiced egg stew, and stir-fried, minced dry-aged beef in spicy holy basil.
139/5 Withayu Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
Known For
- Good wine selection
- Spicy pad kra phao
- Updated homestyle cooking
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$ | Bang Rak |
This old wooden house is an oasis in the concrete city; the decor is turn-of-the-20th-century Bangkok, with antique prints and old photographs adorning the walls. Ban Chiang is a Thai restaurant popular with the foreigner and tourist set, so your food won't come spicy unless you request it that way but despite this caveat, the dishes are otherwise prepared true to form.
14 Soi Srivieng, Surasak Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- <PRO>sea bass cooked in various ways</PRO>
- <PRO>good desserts like banana fritters and coconut ice cream</PRO>
- <PRO>comfortable outdoor seating</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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$$ | Pratunam |
Casually upmarket and aimed at tourists, this decades-old restaurant formerly in Siam Square serves authentic Thai cuisine in an atmosphere a few notches above that of the simple family restaurants. What's best about Ban Khun Mae is a large dining area filled with big round tables, warm wood, and a few antique decorations, offering a comfortable and airy feel perfect for post-shopping relaxation.
444 Phayathai Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
Known For
- Decor resembling a traditional Thai home
- Specialties like marinated chicken in pandan leaves
- Good wine list
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$$ | Silom |
If you need to recuperate from Silom Road shopping, head up to the fourth floor of the Silom Complex at Banana Leaf for wonderful mid-priced eats. The mall atmosphere might turn off some, but friendly service and an extensive menu of Thai classics and seafood dishes make up for it.
191 Silom Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- River prawns with glass noodles
- Good vegetarian options
- Close to Skytrain station direct link
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$ | Pathumwan |
The food court on the fifth floor of the Big C shopping mall offers a staggering selection of authentic Thai (and a few Chinese and Korean) dishes at rock-bottom prices, with virtually nothing exceeding B80. Prepay at the cashier station and get a debit card, then order at whatever counter you wish; the balance is refundable at the end.
97/11 Ratchadamri Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
Known For
- Cafeteria-style service
- Thai street food like spicy soups, and rice and noodle dishes
- Cheap yet satisfying eats
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$$ | Sukhumvit |
Established in the 1980s to raise funds for the Population and Community Development Association (PDA), a sex education/AIDS prevention organization, this restaurant serves traditional Thai dishes amid a quirky decor. The fairy lights and condom-decorated mannequins contrast with the traditional teakwood.
6-10 Sukhumvit Rd., Soi 12, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10110, Thailand
Known For
- Free condoms instead of after-dinner mints
- Unconventional gift shop
- Outdoor seating available
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$$$ | Sathorn |
Lotus ponds reflect the city's beautiful evening lights at this romantic restaurant. The upmarket Thai food is good, with elegant touches that cater to locals as well as foreigners. A classic Thai dance performance takes place nightly at 7:30 and 8:30, complementing well-known Thai dishes served à la carte or an eight-course tasting menu.
13/3 S. Sathorn Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10120, Thailand
Known For
- Regional dishes like khao soi and southern-style yellow curry
- Several vegetarian options
- Seafood specialties like grilled river prawns
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$$$$ | Bang Rak |
A riverside location with pleasant breezes and great views provides a relaxed setting for Ciao's classic Italian fare. From bruschetta to focaccia, everything on the menu is made with fine and fresh ingredients, meats and cheeses imported from Italy, and plenty of attention to detail; top-notch wines also complement the elegant food and surroundings.
48 Oriental Ave., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- Homemade pastas and risottos
- Oven-fired pizzas
- Great setting for romance
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$$ | Sukhumvit |
Many authentic Korean restaurants do business in Sukhumvit Plaza, but even with three stories of tables, there's often a wait day or night at Doo Rae. Go for the do-it-yourself barbecue grilling, with bulgogi (thin slices of beef in a tasty marinade) and fresh veggies, as well as sake or soju, a rice-based drink similar to vodka but with a lower alcohol content.
Bangkok, Bangkok, 10100, Thailand
Known For
- Substantial kimchi and tofu stews
- Complimentary side dishes
- Location in a mall known as Bangkok's Korean Town
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$$$$ | Chatuchak |
This restaurant has long been a favorite among government ministers and corporate executives, both for its outstanding Cantonese cuisine and its private areas, perfect for business lunches or romantic dinners. The main dining room is elegant, with crimson carpeting, carved screens, lacquer furniture, and porcelain objets d'art.
1695 Phaholyothin Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10900, Thailand
Known For
- Fantastic Peking duck
- Seasonal specialties like Taiwanese eels
- Dim sum
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential
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$$$$ | Silom |
This Aussie establishment is both a high-end eatery and an art space where temporary exhibits from H Gallery provide quite a funky atmosphere. The international fusion menu is also reflected by a staff well mixed between foreigners and Thais, including mixologist Buntanes "Pop" Direkrittikul who’s been generating buzz for his creative Thai-inspired cocktails using ingredients like toasted rice, shallots, and chili paste.
1/6 Soi Phiphat 2, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- Young hip crowd
- Thai-inspired cocktail tastings
- Premium Australian meats
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$ | Silom |
A good sign of quality, this restaurant is packed with Thais sharing tables filled with northeastern favorites like grilled chicken, spicy papaya salad, and minced duck salad. The open-air dining area can be hot, it's often crowded and noisy, and the staff don’t speak much English, so you’ll need to pick and point from the menu—but that's part of the fun.
2/4-5 Convent Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- Properly spicy Thai food
- No air-conditioning
- Cheap yet satisfying eats
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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$$ | Bang Rak |
This small house near the river is filled with Thai antiques and anatique chests scattered with bric-a-brac, which all gives the ambience of dining at a relative's house. The staff is very good at helping indecisive diners choose from the brief menu, and although the restaurant has become more touristy over the years, it also retains a loyal and regular local clientele.
22 Charoen Krung Rd., Soi 34, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- Terrace and dining room seating
- Unusual Thai dishes like hoa mouk (fish curry in a banana leaf)
- Excellent curries
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$$ | Bang Rak |
Cha Cha, who cooked for Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, died in 1996, but his recipes live on and are prepared with equal ability by his son Kovit. Typical Indian-themed decor and a long-standing menu of traditional dishes as well as intriguing daily specials make this restaurant an oldie but a goodie, with two other locations in Bangkok also available.
1229/11 Charoen Krung Rd., Soi 47/1, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- Famous tandoori chicken
- Northern Indian specialties
- Garlic naan and cheese naan
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$ | Bang Rak |
This simple family restaurant serves plenty of Thai-Muslim dishes, but it’s most famous for the khao mok gai (chicken biryani), a spicy rice dish that’s served here with pickled eggplant and a side dish of sweet yogurt sauce. The restaurant is a 15-minute walk from the Saphan Taksin Skytrain station. If arriving by taxi, tell the driver to come in via Soi 40.
185 Charoen Krung, Soi 36, Bangkok, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
Known For
- <PRO>halal food</PRO>
- <PRO>some of Bangkok's best biryani</PRO>
- <PRO>mutton biryani that's less well known but equally delicious as the chicken biryani</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Sun.
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$ | Pathumwan |
This famous noodle shop outside the Hua Lamphong railway station is perfectly placed for a quick meal when you first get into Chinatown or on the way out. Thanks to an air-conditioned second floor, it’s a little comfier than your average noodle stand, but still quite cheap, and the window offers great people-watching on the street below.
513–514 Rong Muang Rd., Bangkok, Bangkok, 10100, Thailand
Known For
- Convenient location
- Noodles and dim sum
- Cheap and satisfying dishes