The best new restaurants in Bangkok right now

Bangkok loves to eat, and the city only keeps on growing with new restaurant openings, seasonal menus, and special limited-time pop-ups. Here’s your guide to all the best culinary happenings about town, every month of the year.

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The best new restaurants in December 2023

BK Salon is the latest culinary project from Asia’s number one chef and his brother, turning Sathupradit into a cool, hip community

No, this isn’t the spot for a snazzy haircut. Named after a fancy 17th-18th century French social hub for arts and ideas, BK Salon is setting out to be more than just your run-of-the-mill eatery-bar-cafe. It’s a creativity booster – think art workshops, yoga, and even a local farmers’ market. Just don’t expect haircuts. Food-wise, they’ve got everything covered. In the mood for a café au lait? They serve a local blend from School Coffee. Searching for an al fresco brunch spot where your four-legged friends are welcome? They’re pet-friendly. And for those serious dinner gatherings with friends? Try their ‘Lotus Fried Rice’ – a dish featuring a fluffy, velvety omelet packed with fresh oysters in generous portions.

BK Salon is currently in the soft opening phase. Sathupradit. Open Mon-Fri 11.30am-midnight. Sat-Sun 9.30am-midnight.

Phukej in Yaowarat brings a taste of Phuket to Bangkok.

Named after the old official spelling of the city, Phukej promises unique dishes that blend traditional Phuket–or to be more precise, Peranakan–tastes with contemporary tweaks to enhance their flavours. Here, Phuket’s crowd favourite dish, like the pork belly stew (moo hong), has received a new facelift. After simmering the pork belly in a spice-rich stew, the owner Thapakorn “Korn” Lertviriyavit fries and coats it in a rich, caramelised sauce made from the concentrated stew. The venue also features some of the lesser known dishes, like ‘Kaeng Tu Mi,’ a Peranakan curry made with grouper and a sour and spicy broth reminiscent of Tom Yum but carrying a sweet and sour tang from tamarind.

Phukej. Yaowarat Rd. Open Sun – Mon 11am-9pm. Tel. 081-983-6650

The Cheesecake Factory makes its Thailand debut, and promises more than just sweets

Teasing those with a sweet tooth for almost a year, the American popular cheesecake chain The Cheesecake Factory has unveiled its first outlet in Thailand. The highlight, you guessed it, is the cheesecake. Try their Fresh Strawberry (THB 365) topped with an enormous-sized fresh strawberry, or go for their Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake (THB355) for the ultimate chocolate delicacy. Apart from their classic signature treats, The Cheesecake Factory also boasts over 200 savoury items you can choose from. 

The Cheesecake Factory. 1/F CentralWorld. Open Mon-Fri 11am-10pm; Sat-Sun 10am-10pm.

Zao Zen offers a glimpse into the Isan noodle multiverse

The brain behind Ekkamai’s Isan specialist Zao is bringing a variety of Isan noodles to the EMSPHERE. Those who frequent ramen noodle spots and Italian restaurants in Bangkok would know the hype around freshmade noodles. But have you heard of a place that serves khanom jeen (rice noodles) fresh from the machine? Zao Zen does it, and it does so very well. The place also features hua kai oak (a plumb clot of rice noodle whose appearance resembles a chicken head). We may be wrong but we haven’t seen other places that serve this type of rice noodle. We also loved the pla yon (freshwater fish caught from Ubon Ratchathani) grilled to perfection, promising a plumb fresh that took us no effort to rip off from the bones. 

Zao Zen. G/F The EMSPHERE. Open daily 10am-10pm. 

New menus and other dining news in Bangkok

Celebrate the breezy season with IGNIV Bangkok’s new winter menu

Though Thailand may not be the first place we think of when it comes to winter, we can’t help but fall into the festive mood of the season. Equally excited for the approaching cold air is the team from IGNIV Bangkok, who have whipped out a new winter menu, promising a journey through the comforts of the season. Among their 20-course dining experience, you’ll find modern Swiss dishes meticulously crafted for this occasion–think, the velvety foie gras terrine served with apple reduction and pumpkin brown butter. Don’t forget to grab some sweet bites from their Candy Store when you leave. 

Available from 1 Dec 2023 – 29 Feb, 2024. THB5,500 and THB8,500 for the Carte Blanche Menu (surprise dishes included). For more information, click here

Start your day with an Isan-inspired brekkie at Zao Larb

Looking for a place for a tasty start? Head to Thonglor’s Zao Larb, the second spin-off from Zao Isan known for its soi ju (Isan’s answer prayer to beef tartare) and jaew hon (Northeastern-style hotpot), for their new breakfast menu inspired by the owner’s time in Isan. Try their pak mor yuan (THB 195), rice sheet roll stuffed with stir-fried ground pork with jelly mushroom, and Vietnamese sausage served alongside a heap of deep-fried golden garlic for extra crunch. Those who love Isan sausage can opt for their macaroni hot plate (THB255) complete with slices of Isan sausages and perfectly ‘dowed’ eggs. End your meal with their homemade soy milk (THB70).

Zao Larb. 11/7 Thonglor Soi 25.  Open Mon-Tue 11am-11pm; Thu-Sun noon-midnight. 

Nahm’s new menu takes you on a savoury stroll across Thailand

As part of the 20th anniversary celebration of the COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, one-Michelin-starred restaurant Nahm has unveiled its new menu (THB3,400+++) in which each course and morsel transports you to different parts of Thailand. Start from the canapes, featuring Dok Khajorn Nha Gung (minced prawn Tonkin jasmine, prawn gravy sauce topped on crispy rice cracker) and Mian Pla Sa-er (a traditional bite with a twist of ceviche kam pachi, white tumeric, green mango served on a betal leaf). The main course features the spicy relish maak maad with pork jowl and heaps of greens, New Zealand’s beef tongue panaeng curry, and charred squid with salted egg and wild cardamom shoots. Delicious.

For more information and reservation, click here.

The best new restaurants in November 2023

Chef Aom’s new fine dining restaurant Khaan is making Thai tasting menus cool again 

Anything Sujira “Aom” Pongmorn touches always generates buzz, and her latest restaurant, Khaan, whose offerings range from the ‘elevated’ Thai street food to royal Thai cuisine, will probably do the same. 

Inside a two-storey shophouse in leafy Soi Somkid, Chef Aom churns out her unique collection of regionally-diverse Thai dishes, boasting Thai flavours with no shortcuts. In her new 11-course dining experience (THB3,850), her iconic mainstays like kai toon gaeng kua, which sees a soft-boiled egg slow-cooked in turmeric oil for two hours served with crab meat curry, and rice paddy crab with sticky rice, featuring the super-fatty and kind of mustard-yellow crab fat, would woo anyone even if you’re already her long-time fan. 

Among her brand-new offerings, our favourite was the ‘Bumbai Lamb Curry,’ a hearty main course in which Aom reinterprets a several-decades-old recipe from the royal kitchens during the reign of King Rama V. The lamb shank was succulent and tastefully rich, followed by the scorching, uncompromising heat from the curry which was set off by the basmati rice. 

Khaan.  14 3 Soi Somkid Lumphini. Open Tue-Sat 5pm-1am. Tel. 092-441-6547

The crowd favourite Greek taverna Aesop’s returns in a new rooftop venue

Your favourite Greek taverna has finally made a comeback with its new rooftop location in Sukhumvit Soi 16. Channeling the ancient Athens vibes–with funky, fun reinterpretations–Aesop’s new venue transport you to the Acropolis with its white Greek columns and a grand statue of the mighty Zeus who’s looking over the DJ booth–not to steal your girl(s)–but to ensure the party’s vibe gets going. 

Food-wise, expect hearty sharing of good food in dishes like Wagyu beef Cheek Moussaka (THB 950), seeing chunky layers of silky aubergines, highly marbled Australian beef wagyu, and thick, creamy bechamel sauce; kleftiko, Greek style lamb slow-cooked for 12 hours (THB 1,450) served with potatoes and black garlic yogurt; and rotating chicken gyro (THB 550) complete with pita bread and tzatziki.  

Head there every Friday and Saturday nights for a live performance, and don’t forget to order some plates to smash and cure your work stress. 

Aesop’s Rooftop. 25/F Column Bangkok Hotel. Sukhumvit Soi 16.  Open daily 5pm-midnight. Tel. 062 567 775

Ocken has made a comeback with new cross-continental delicacies  

The fine dining counterpart of Roots and Roast has returned to its old post with new cross-continental delicacies. With its new, massive open-kitchen space showcasing its giant rotisserie grill, along with the new bar lounge, the revamped Ocken exudes a livelier, more casual vibe. 

Headed by chef Jonny Liu, the new menu still follows his borderless, nonconforming take that blurs the lines between Western and Eastern cuisine in the dishes like the puffy potato (THB 1,200), a spherical potato ball deep-fried in duck fat pairing with Oscietra caviar and mustard mayo; the juicy roasted Piri Piri chicken (THB 1,250) accompanied by marinated tomatoes, charred shishito peppers, and slow roasted tomato sauce; and the crab donabe rice (THB 980), a Japanese claypot rice cooked in crab dashi and topped with crab roes perfect for sharing. 

Ocken. 1/F Bhiraj Tower. Open daily 6pm-midnight. Tel. 080-273-3220 

Langsuan’s Japanese premium hot pot Shabu Baru lets you indulge in belly-warming shabu by yourself

For those who can count the net number of their friends with one hand, this premium shabu spot is for you. Originally opened in Langsuan, Shabu Baru Mini offers you a peaceful, private spot to enjoy the highly marbled beef in belly-warming nabemono or sukiyaki starting for THB 380. Go for the basic A4 mini cut–the name is a deception as they still offer you a generous portion–or opt for their A5 Yonezawa beef (THB1,500) that tenderly melts in your mouth. 

Shabu Baru Mini. 7/F CentralWorld. Open daily 11am-9pm.

New menus and other dining news in Bangkok

Den Kushi Flori unveils its new Autumn-Winter menu 2023

Following its opening in July, Den Kushi Flori, the first branch of the Michelin-starred restaurant outside of Tokyo, has garnered a massive buzz among Japanese food aficionados and omakase fans–the rumours have it that the bookings are harder to get in than Chulalongkorn University as of now. Bringing his experience from France’s 3-Michelin starred Arpège, chef Susumu Shimizu has churned out new, enticing offerings (THB 2,800/five-course lunch experience; THB3,500/seven-course dining experience), from tacos topped with octopus tempura and baked Kagoshima A5 Wagyu beef and young coconut shoots served with taro sauce, to his clay pot rice with the prized and highly-sought-after Girolles mushroom and bonito flake topped with oyster and parsley sauce. 

Den Kushi Flori Bangkok, LG Floor, Erawan Bangkok, Phloen Chit Road, Lumpini, Bangkok; 02 022 0200.

Sushi Kappo Takizawa is hosting a limited time pop-up at The Sukhothai Bangkok Hotel

Nothing adds sparkle to the ordinary weeks like a luxury sushi omakase experience, and The Sukhothai Bangkok Hotel is hosting one right now. From today until 31 December, the hotel is bringing chef Shumpei Tarizawa, who’s earned two Michelin stars in both Japan and the USA, for a limited time omakase pop-up experience. Dubbed as ‘Sushi Kappo Takizawa Pop-Up,’ chef Tarizawa showcases his unique take, which blends traditional Edomae sushi with Kappo dishes, fusing authentic Japanese cooking with influences from French and Chinese culinary traditions. There are two options available (13-course lunch for THB2,900++ and 17-course dining experience for THB 5,900)

For more information and advance reservations, visit The Sukhothai Bangkok hotel. 

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this October

Charoen Nakorn’s much-hyped foodie destination Holiday Pastry is opening in CentralWorld 

 

Channeling the 1920s art-deco vibe of a New York hotel lobby, reminiscent of Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel, Charoen Nakorn’s much-hyped Holiday Pastry is set to unveil its latest branch at CentralWorld this Oct 4.

Dubbed as “The Dining Room,” this new Holiday Pastry has expanded its repertoire to include a wide array of over 100 contemporary, globe-trotting offerings where each bite will transport you to another time and place, while still maintaining their strong stance on delivering an impressive dessert lineup, from the candied tomato stuffed with whipped ricotta and balsamic reduction to the risotto with roasted pork belly cooked in chicken stock, blended with butternut squash cream, and topped with crispy pork crackling. Among its dessert line-up, we loved The Berry Garden, a carefully composed dessert which lets you indulge in vibrant variations of strawberries, from the real fresh ones and basil-infused strawberry mousse to strawberry-flavoured crumbles and translucent strawberry jelly carefully composed on top of mascarpone cheese.

Holiday Pastry. 7/F CentralWorld. Open daily 10am-10pm. 

David Thompson’s new restaurant Chop Chop Cookshop serves a judicious blend of Chinese and Western food

Any self-respecting foodie in Bangkok would know–or, at least, have once dined at–restaurants from the Australian-born celebrity chef and restaurateur David Thompson–think the one Michelin-star Nahm and Aksorn. His new place Chop Chop Cookshop, however, has extended his repertoire towards ‘cookshop cuisine,’ a Chinese take on modern western food that once populated Bangkok in the yesteryears. 

The place breathes new life into an old five-storey shophouse, transforming the former gold shop into a culinary space while retaining its original charm. Start with the appetiser, Devil on Horseback (THB160), featuring prunes marinated in brandy and stuffed with chicken liver and almonds–all wrapped in bacon and finished with ground pepper. The Debal Curried Sausages (THB450), meanwhile, takes inspiration from the Portuguese Devil’s Curry, swapping the usual chicken with pan-seared sausages smeared in rich gravy sauce.

Chop Chop Cookshop. Open Wed-Fri 6pm-9.30pm; Sat-Sun 12 pm-9.30pm. Tel. 097-008-0519. 

CentralWorld’s new pasta spot Matsu Pasta serves a delightfully Japanese-style pasta

‘Wafu’ pasta, a Japanese twist on Italian classics, may not be new to the food scene, but restaurants dedicated exclusively to this umami-rich pasta are rare in Bangkok. The masterminds behind Tsuru Udon and the recently opened tsukemen specialist, Kiri, aim to bridge this gap with their brand-new venture, Matsu Pasta. Here, they serve their house-made ‘nama’ pasta, freshly crafted daily, renowned for its thick and chewy texture. 

Try their signature ‘carbonara’ matsu pasta. Drenched in a thick, white creamy sauce with bacon, Parmigiano cheese, and topped with a fresh organic egg yolk, each bite promises a gooey delight. The dish manages to be both light and irresistibly addictive–something you’ll realise only after you’ve emptied the bowl. For those seeking a more daring flavour, there’s the spicy tomato sauce available in four spiciness levels. Be warned: the intensely red pasta is not for the faint-hearted. If it proves too spicy, however, the Parmigiano cheese offers a welcome respite.

Matsu Pasta. 6/F CentralWorld Open daily 11am to 9pm. Tel. 098-985-2828.

Restaurant Int strikes a proper balance between Thai and French cuisines

After a short hiatus, chef Pathin “Knock” Promsawasdi, along with his team, is back again with their new fine-dining pop up Restaurant Int. Like its name suggests, Restaurant Int aims to provide a right intersection where you can enjoy not precisely authentic Thai dishes but rather Thai tastes infused with French techniques.  

In his 13-course menu, Way Back Home (THB3,990), chef Knock has reinvented traditional Thai recipes with an awe-inspiring creativity as evidently shown in his amuse bouche Blue Crab, which reimagines Thai spicy crab egg salad and chili paste, filling crab egg cream, marinated crab meat onto his house-made seaweed tart topped with French caviar. Fans of his old spot can also find his mind-boggling reinterpretation of kao lao nuea (Thai Chinese beef soup) into a Chinese kale ravioli stuffed with beef tenderloin here as well.

Restaurant Int. Rooftop. Best Western Hotel. Sukhumvit Soi 20. Thu-Tue 5pm-10pm. Reservation via Instagram.

New menus and other dining news in Bangkok

Lord Jim’s welcomes a new chef and a new a la carte dinner menu with Nordic influences

The dining room at the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, Lord Jim’s has welcomed a new Chef de Cuisine in Steen Nagel Niesan, who blends his mastery of Nordic cuisine into a vibrant dining offering. Start your evening with the seafood tower, a medley of seafood delicacies featuring crayfish, crab claws, and freshly shucked oysters tiger prawns, scallop ceviche, and marinated clams. Don’t miss their main courses, the char-grilled Monkfish tail, robust tomahawk beef, and lamb loin served with grilled onions, caramelised onion puree, and lamb jus infused with coffee bean oil and thyme. 

Lord Jim’s. Mandarin Oriental Hotel. 48 Oriental Ave, Khwaeng Bangrak. Fri-Tue 12pm-2.30pm; 6.30pm-10.30pm.

Rosewood Bangkok’s Chinese fine-dining restaurant Nan Bei unveils its new menu crafted from his cherished family recipe

Experience a taste of China’s gastronomic diversity from Northern and Southern regions with Nan Bei’s new dish line-ups. Here, the restaurant’s executive chef Matthew Geng pays homage to his cherished family recipe to craft dishes like his Shanxi Hot Oil Noodles, which transport guests to his home country with this traditional delicacy dating back to the Ming Dynasty. Among his creative offerings is the Foie Gras Vermicelli, inspired by the classic Cantonese dish, blending the Thai touch of khanom jeen with the luxury of foie gras.

Nan Bei. 19/F Rosewood Bangkok Hotel. 1041, 38 Phloenchit Rd. Open daily 11:30 am- 2:30pm; 6 p.m.10:30 p.m. 

 

Ekkamai’s Brooklyn-style Pizzeria Mazzie opens a wine bar with new entree dishes

The 9th spot from Asia’s 50 Top Pizza recently unveiled its new wine bar with additional entree offerings. Apart from their already sinfully delicious New York-style pizzas, they just added dishes like NY Strip Steak (THB1,150) featuring 250g grilled beef, celeriac puree, and salsa verde; grilled octopus (THB750) smoked citrus glaze, white bean accompanied by fresh herb salad; and Chicken Portuguese (THB430), which sees half-size chicken covered in chili paste sauce and grilled to perfection. There’s also a charcuterie available starting at THB100. 

Pizzeria Mazzie. 17 Park Lane. Sukhumvit Soi 63. Open Tue-Fri 5.30pm-9.30pm; Sat-Sun noon-2.30pm; 5.30pm-9.30pm

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this September

There are times when the rain decides to fall exactly as we’re about to head out to dinner, but such is the fate of the hungry foodie during the rainy season in Thailand. Whether you’re on the lookout for a hideout from the storms, or you’re willing to risk it sans umbrella for a will-it-won’t-it bike ride across Sukhumvit, September is always an extra special time to have dinner plans. Luckily, this month there are a few new restaurants and notable menus to make it worth the gamble.

This September, we see the re-opening of one of Thailand’s most renowned lifestyle outlets. We welcome fresh faces on the scene, new menus if you’re keen, and a few intriguing concepts. Whether that’s fried chicken with clarified cocktails, or French pigeon with foie gras, here’s where to dine in Bangkok this month, from new restaurants to fun four-hand collabs. 

 

Jim Thompson, A Thai Restaurant reopens with a stellar revamp

Unveiling a fresh facelift and a fabulous reason to return, Jim Thompson, A Thai Restaurant re-opened just last week, honouring Jim Thompson’s legacy and love for hosting. Jumping on the global trend of “vibe dining,” good vibrations are brought to life in the retro-chic restaurant interiors, as Chef Pepe Dasí Jiménez has taken the reigns in the kitchen. The budding young chef presents a contemporary-yet-approachable angle on all your favourite Thai dishes, be it Squid Ink Pad Thai, Mieng Kham Iberico, or Trang-style Roasted Suckling Pig. It is a charming nod to Chef Pepe’s Spanish roots, but it is also a testament to Jim Thompson’s new, more millennial ethos. From the smooth-as-Jim-Thompson-silk furnishings to the imaginative tasting menu, Jim Thompson, A Thai restaurant is a celebration of Thailand’s rich and vibrant culture, and how this is very much still relevant to this day. More developments will come into bloom in the complex in the coming weeks, including The OSS Bar just upstairs, sure to become a popular spot for afternoon tea or late night tipples. Watch this space.

Jim Thompson, A Thai Restaurant, 6 Kasem San 2 Alley, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 2 216 7368. 

Birdies combines two of our favourite things in one place (and does it really well)

What could be better than fried chicken, you ask? Champagne and fried chicken, we say. It is likely you spotted these mouthwatering chicken wings on your Instagram feed, as Birdies has become the talk of Fried Chicken Lover Town this month. Elevating one of our favourite comfort foods to new heights, Birdies serves up fried chicken tenders, legs, and wings in naked, hot honey, and spicy renditions. Paired with an array of imaginative sauces, and a selection of smaller plates (scallops, octopus, taramasalata, to name a few), diners are in for a fantastic and indulgent dining joy ride. Options to add truffle or caviar to your fried chicken are also available on request (you only live once), and cocktails come highly recommended as a suitable pairing. There is also a generous wine list, and, quite importantly, plenty of options for vegetarians (!) too. Birdies gets it. 

Birdies, 3 Floor, 663 Sukhumvit Road, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 61 281 6969. 

Japan-ISH blends the flavours of Spain with the delicate nuances of Japanese cooking

What do you call a restaurant that doesn’t quite prepare food like they do in Japan, though it is very much inspired by Japan? You call it Japan-ISH. Located on Soi Sukhumvit 11, Japan-ISH opened just last month as a fusion restaurant that marries the fiery flavours of Spanish cuisine with Japanese cooking. Helmed by Chef Jesus Pascual, the menu features interesting mashups such as Wagyu Beef Tartare, Red Prawn Udon, and a Hojicha Basque Cheesecake, in a modern izakaya-like setting. Located on the rooftop, diners can also enjoy live entertainment and a view of the Bangkok city skyline, whenever they’re not busy ‘gramming the funky cocktail glasses.

Japan-ISH Rooftop Bar, 155, 23-24 Sukhumvit 11 Alley, Khlong Toei, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 95 775 8690. 

New menus and other dining news in Bangkok

The Allium Bangkok welcomes a new menu and a new chef in Remi Verrier

It’s time to revisit The Allium, as Chef Remi Verrier has taken over in the kitchen, and curated a new menu of French dishes, inspired by his journey as a chef, and his own childhood in France. Diners are taken through beautifully presented dishes that honour the ingredients that decorate them, be it the garden vegetable entrée, the Alaskan king crab cake, or the Japanese amadai fish served with flavoured endives. Unmissable is the French pigeon with foie gras, an unmistakably French dish for French dining lovers, which also happens to be “zero waste,” as even the pigeon bones are used for the cherry jus base. Proving that there is not only story but also thought behind each and every one of his processes, you can enjoy these and more of Chef Remi’s creations at The Allium from now onwards. 

The two-course lunch menu is priced at THB 850++, while the three-course menu is priced at THB 950++. The 6-course dinner is priced at THB 3200++, and the 8-course dinner is priced at THB 3900++. Wine pairing is available at an additional THB 2000++. 

The Allium Bangkok, The Athenee Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, 61 Wireless Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 2650 8800. 

Mott 32 unveils a new a la carte menu with contemporary touches

Blending traditional Chinese cuisine with modern cooking techniques, Mott 32 is luring diners back to its home within The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon with a new a la carte menu. Featuring 15 new dishes, the menu presents a blend of Chinese authenticity and Western innovation. On the dim sum menu, diners can experience this in the new Steamed Pork Ribs in Black Bean Sauce, Abalone Puff, and Pan-fried Iberico Pork and Vegetable Bun. Got a larger appetite? The new main dishes include Deep Fried Whole Drunken Mantis Shrimp with Salt & Pepper, Chinese Amaranth in Fish Soup, Phuket Lobster in Noodle Soup, and Golden Crab Roe Bird’s Nest & Egg White in Coconut, to name a few. Available now, not just in Mott 32 Bangkok but at all Mott 32 restaurants around the world. 

Mott 32, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, 2 Floor, 114 Narathiwas Road, Silom, Bangkok, +66 2 085 8888. 

IGNIV celebrates the changing of the seasons with a new menu

It may still feel really hot outside, but luckily IGNIV has launched an autumn menu to remind us that cooler times lie ahead. This season, the Michelin star restaurant has unveiled 20 new dishes, inspired by Head Chef David Hartwig’s autumn celebrations in New York (especially Thanksgiving and Halloween). Diners can expect a nostalgic menu that highlights archetypical autumn produce, like deer, pork cheek, foie gras, apple, langoustine, hazelnuts, and so much more. A trip down memory lane for many, and a trip worth making to IGNIV for all. 

The Autumn Menu is priced at THB 4900++, and the Carte Blanche menu including surprise dishes is priced at THB 7900++. Vegan, vegetarian, a la carte, and kids menus are also available. 

IGNIV Bangkok, 159 Rajadamri Road, Bangkok, +66 2 207 7822. 

To everybody’s delight, Santiaga launches an a la carte menu

Santiaga previously only served degustation course menus, so this news is exciting for those who always wanted to order multiple orders of their favourite highlight dishes. From 1 September, Santiaga is launching an a la carte menu, featuring a mix of dishes from Mexico City, Oaxaca, and Yucatan, as well as some of the more lesser-known regions of Mexico. We love the Tlayuda — a large crispy tortilla topped with Oaxacan chorizo made from Mexican herbs, spices, and grated dry aged cheese — as well as the Mexican small crab tempura, the Epazote clams, and the Yucatan tiradito, which is like a ceviche (but better). Several vegetarian options are available too, as well as a must-order signature Santiaga Margarita or a few Micheladas to accompany you for the evening.

Santiaga Mexican Cuisine, 888, Above Billy’s Smokehouse, 23-24 Phloen Chit Road, Lumpini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 2 651 4399. 

Olivier Limousin x Alessandro Frau at Acqua

For two nights only, Soi Somkid’s Acqua Restaurant will play host to an incredible fine dining extravaganza, as two of the city’s most talented chefs are coming together to curate a limited edition menu. Acqua’s Chef Alessandro Frau will be joined by Chef Olivier Limousin, the star chef whom you know from L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon (both London and Bangkok), as well as an endless line of Michelin star restaurants in Europe. After appearing on various television programs and launching his own company with L’Executif Chef, it is a rare and special opportunity to catch the man behind the mania together with Chef Alessandro Frau this 13-14 September. Do not miss it.

The event will take place on 13 and 14 September, with a menu priced at THB 6800++. Reservations can be made via reservations@acquarestaurantbangkok.com.

Acqua Italian Fine Dining Restaurant Bangkok, 16/18 Soi Somkid, Phloen Chit Road, Lumpini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 93 612 7000. 

Antonio Oviedo x Ferran Tadeo at Embassy Room 

Madrid native Antonio Oviedo is joining hands with Chef Ferran Tadeo this September. The Spanish chefs will curate a special 8-course menu for two nights only, showcasing bold Spanish flavours through their boundary-pushing techniques. Chef Antonio Oviedo is currently based at Hong Kong’s Agora Restaurant, and is a long-time friend of Chef Ferran Tadeo, who recently moved from Hong Kong to take over the kitchen at Bangkok’s Embassy Room with a focus on Catalan cuisine. 

The four-hand dinner will take place on 14 and 15 September, and is priced at THB 5000++ inclusive of wine pairing.

Embassy Room, Park Hyatt Bangkok, 88 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 96 540 5234. 

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this August 2023

August is our favourite month for long weekends and lengthy meals. Two sets of public holidays and some truly impressive new restaurant openings make this August in Bangkok a fantastic time to make reservations at your favourite (and your new favourite) eateries. It may be raining outside from time to time, but indoors you’ll find inspired menus from Kyushu to the Basque Country.

Go for the wine pairing, add the supplementary courses, order double the desserts. It’s not quite the fully-fledged festive season just yet, but there’s always a cause for dining out and celebrating if you seek it out.

From Japanese fine dining to casual Thai snacking and Cantonese tasting menus, here are the best new restaurants in Bangkok right now, and the new seasonal menus to note.

Den Kushi Flori has landed in Bangkok, to the delight of Japanese fine dining fans

Not one, not two, but three phenomenal Japanese chefs landed in Bangkok early July for a highly-anticipated opening. The brand new Den Kushi Flori Bangkok has officially opened inside the brand new Erawan Bangkok building, as the first outpost of the renowned Tokyo restaurant of the same name. It is the brainchild of Japanese chefs Zaiyu Hasegawa (of Den, Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant 2022), Hiroyasu Kawate (of Florilège), and Susumu Shimizu (of Den Kushi Flori Tokyo). Den Kushi Flori Bangkok is the first branch of the Michelin-starred restaurant outside of Tokyo, yet will feel familiar to those who have visited the original in Shibuya. In a dimly-lit, intimate setting, diners will find themselves around a U-shaped dining counter, with seating for 18 guests only. Taking in the prime view of the open kitchen, we enjoyed the lively energy of the chefs (who happen to be close friends) in action, serving up a blend of their individual cooking styles in a series of innovative Japanese dishes. The experience feels elevated, well-humoured, and tastefully executed with plenty of refined flavour.

Den Kushi Flori Bangkok, LG Floor, Erawan Bangkok, Phloen Chit Road, Lumpini, Bangkok; +66 2 022 0200.

Nikaku Bangkok invites diners to indulge in the flavours of Kyushu

Another fantastic Bangkok outpost of a renowned Japanese restaurant, Nikaku has found a home in our city at the W Bangkok. The two-Michelin-Star restaurant from Kitakyushu has opened its doors for discerning diners to enjoy the wonderful produce of Kyushu through the skilled hands of one of the region’s most famous chefs. Chef Funahashi not only meticulously sources the freshest fish from the Kanmon Straits and surrounding waters of Kyushu (delivered even fresher than to many restaurants in Japan itself), but also prepares every dish using the Edo-mae nigirizushi technique. Truly mastering this traditional method of preparation, Nikaku in Japan has been crowned a pioneer of traditional Edomae sushi in Kyushu, and we’re lucky to get to savour it here in Bangkok now. The freshness and the quality of ingredients is evident in every bite, in an Omakase experience that balances tradition, history, and craft through a beautiful and inspired selection. While you’re here, we highly recommend the Kyushu tea pairing, too — a refreshingly fragrant and surprisingly diverse accompaniment to the menu.

Nikaku Bangkok, W Bangkok, G Floor, 106 North Sathorn Road, Silom, Bangkok, +66 080 732 2338.

Sala Rim Naam re-opens with romance at the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok

It’s time to return to the riverside, as after a brief hiatus, Sala Rim Naam returns and re-opens at the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, on 3 August. With a history that dates back all the way to 1983, Sala Rim Naam has long been known as an authentic and beloved Thai restaurant, though its re-opening proves it is still very much keeping up with the times. Inspired by popular Korean drama King the Land, the re-opening aims to recreate the essence of Asian romance through a romantic Thai dinner experience akin to that of lead characters Goo Won and Cheon Sa-rang. With a view of the River of Kings, diners can enjoy the exact same setting where the show was filmed, and indulge in an array of Thai delicacies that never miss the mark. Whilst Sala Rim Naam was always a romantic destination, its recent re-opening and re-visit by K-drama may make it the most relevantly romantic dinner setting on the riverside right now.

Sala Rim Naam, 597 Charoen Nakhon Road, Khlong San, Bangkok, +66 2 659 9000.

Err opens at the freshly minted Asai Bangkok Sathorn

Those who speak Thai will know that “err” is a casual or colloquial way to say “yes” or “okay,” and it is this casual energy that makes Err Urban Rustic Thai so appealing. Helmed by famed chefs Bo and Dylan (previously of Bo.lan), Err Urban Rustic Thai has opened at the new Asia Bangkok Sathorn. Whilst it may be familiar to some from its Thonglor branch, for the uninitiated, Err is a casual all-day Thai restaurant serving up Thai comfort food inspired by “roadside, countryside, and river market eats.” Using sustainable, organic, and locally-sourced ingredients, diners can expect flavours that feel familiar, presented in casual, uncomplicated dishes. Highlights include the deep-fried whole chicken skins, Northern Thai naem, green curry of chicken on the bone, stir-fried mussels with chilli jam and Thai basil, and a classic pad kra pao made with stir-fried minced beef and served with a deep-fried egg. A very chill, down-to-earth Thai dining venue by a famously good team.

Err Bangkok, Asai Bangkok Sathorn, 195 North Sathorn Road, Silom, Bangkok, +66 2 231 8999.

The best new menus to try in Bangkok this August 2023

Sorn re-opens with new additions to the menu, and proves it is still worth the wait

Sorn was not only hard to book this spring, but it was entirely impossible to book for a while. Closed for renovations, diners have been anticipating the re-opening of the award-winning Thai restaurant for weeks. Now, Sorn is back with a fresh face — and even lesser seating capacity than before. Down to 30 seats (and only one seating a night), Sorn retains its status as Bangkok’s most hard-to-book restaurant. Nevertheless, it is still worth every minute on the wait list. An incredible — and, at times, incredibly spicy — journey through Southern Thailand, diners will continue to be taken on a culinary tour of Southern Thai flavours. Whilst Chef Ice Supaksorn Jongsiri’s famed signature dishes remain on the menu (the colourful khao yam, the fiery blue crab, and the impeccable main dish condiments are still here), a few new additions can also be found at Sorn this season. Those who enjoy the kick of must-eat Southern sator will like the tiger prawn and sator served with pickled garlic, bird’s eye chili, and cashew nuts, while the new Southern green curry adds a pleasant aroma to round out the main course.

Sorn’s tasting menu is priced at THB 6800++, with a wine pairing option at THB 4000++ (5 glasses) or THB 6500++ (8 glasses).

Sorn, 56 Sukhumvit 26 Alley, Klongton, Klongtoey, Bangkok, +66 99 81 1119.

Yu Ting Yuan welcomes a new chef and a captivating new tasting menu

There is only one Cantonese restaurant in Bangkok with a Michelin star, and it is Yu Ting Yuan. This summer, the signature Cantonese restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok welcomes a new Executive Chef in Cheung Kwong Pong (Tommy Cheung). Bringing with him a deep knowledge and passion for Cantonese cuisine, Chef Tommy has experience working in the kitchens of the two-Michelin-Star Yan Toh Heen in Hong Kong, as well as at the Michelin-starred Ya Ge in Taipei. In Bangkok, he presents a new signature tasting menu that combines traditional Cantonese cooking techniques with seasonal ingredients. The 7-course menu includes highlights such as Prawn Toast with Barbecued Suckling Pig Skin, Double-boiled Fish Maw Soup with Matsutake Mushroom and Conpoy, Wok-fried Canadian Lobster with Abalone Sauce and Black Truffle, and Australian Mayura Platinum Wagyu Strip Loin with Black Bean and Dried Tangerine Peel, to name only a few. The menu concludes with a trio of signature desserts for a remarkable dining experience at Yu Ting Yuan, as always, in one of the most elegant and design-forward restaurants in Bangkok.

Chef Tommy’s signature menu is priced at THB 6500++.

Yu Ting Yuan, G Floor, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, 300/1 Charoen Krung Road, Yan Nawa, Bangkok, +66 2 032 0888.

Haoma introduces a new menu inspired by Chef DK’s travels

Michelin Star and Michelin Green Star recipient Haoma underwent its first major renovation this year, and along with a snazzy new look, the progressive, zero-waste, urban farm restaurant is now also serving up a new set menu. Inspired by his journeys through the diverse landscapes of India, Chef Deepanker Khosla (DK) presents a menu through 11 courses and 22 expressions, balancing a sense of magical nostalgia with storied recipes and modern interpretations. Highlights from the new menu include the “Bangkok to Biscay,” inspired by Chef DK’s recent travel to the Basque Country, as well as the “Balchao” course, inspired by a traditional dish from Goa. A touch of personal history is presented in the “Aamras, Chaas Aur Caviar” course, inspired by the architecture of the Hawa Mahal in Rajasthan, where Chef DK began his journey as a professional chef, as well as the “Madras” course, which features a hot blue swimmer crab curry that has been prepared over 36 hours. Along with the beautifully plated new dishes, diners can also admire the new Sustainability Centre at Haoma, which explains the restaurant’s award-winning sustainable practices, as well as a showcase of 50 indigenous Indian seeds. A curious culinary journey from start to finish.

The new set menu is priced at THB 4950++. A wine pairing option is available at an additional THB 4590++ (9 glasses).

Haoma, 231, 3 Soi Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 92 891 8222.

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this July 2023

The second half of the year looks promising for the culinary calendar, and dangerous for that waistline. We see new restaurant openings in places familiar and peculiar, as well as seasonal creations to celebrate the blossoming of European summer, the arrival of the heavy rains in Thailand, and the emergence of prized black truffle across markets and menus. 

In the words of Jay-Z, “this is truffle season, Tom Ford tuxedos for no reason.” Put on your best suit and make those reservations now. 

The hotly anticipated Inddee opens in a very familiar location on Langsuan

Langsuan’s most famous fine dining enclave welcomes a breath of fresh air with the opening of Inddee. Nestled into its very own secret garden of sorts, Inddee is housed within a 19th century home, restored with artful touches and an elegant design ethos. After wandering through the mystical arches, guests can choose between dining by the open kitchens and inside the glasshouse downstairs, or upstairs under grand vaulted ceilings. Whilst it is hard not to quietly remember the famous restaurant which was once housed within this property, Inddee manages to hold its own, and begins a refreshing new chapter with Head Chef Sachin Poojary at the helm. His 7-course menu is a journey through India, bringing together rich and familiar flavours to a selection of beautifully presented dishes. Our favourites include the welcoming flavour-bomb “Bites into Inddee,” as well as the Kashmiri Morel dish, the Black Cod with Bengali Kasundi, and Nagpuri Saoji Spiced Quail. We highly recommend ordering the supplement courses (especially the Himachal Lamb and Truffle Brie Kulcha), and the gorgeous wine pairing, curated by none other than Thanakorn “Jay” Bottorff. Noteworthy: A full vegetarian menu is also available. 

Inddee, 68/1 Soi Lang Suan, Phloenchit Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 62 812 9696. 

Sushi Koge offers a serene omakase experience in Ari

Ari has established itself as one of the food hubs of Bangkok, but as many places closed down during the pandemic, we have not seen a good omakase experience in the area for quite a while. That is until Sushi Koge arrives. Featuring beautifully-presented bites but not at the cost of taste, this omakase features freshly flown-in premium ingredients carefully crafted into a melody of courses. Many omakases we’ve experienced tastes great, but doesn’t feel very filling in the end. Sushi Koge allows you to fully experience the taste of the sea, so much so that you’ll be finding yourself in a food coma afterwards.

Sushi Koge, Vanit Village, B Floor, Phaholyothin Road, สามเสนใน Phaya Thai, Bangkok, +66 99 003 9039

Celebrity chef Edward Kwon opens a modern Korean pop-up restaurant at the Siam Kempinski

Bangkok’s love for all things Korean dining is reaching new heights this season, as celebrity chef Edward Kwon is opening an exclusive pop-up at the Siam Kempinski. The head chef and proprietor of LAB XXIV by KUmuda in South Korea is bringing his modern Korean dining experience to town with a special 12-course gastronomic journey. Classic Korean recipes are met with contemporary modern cooking techniques, for a Korean fine dining experience Bangkok hasn’t seen in a very long time. Expect highlights like Beef Bulgogi, Abalone Jjim, Busan Charred Mackerel Samchi Gui, and Slow Cooked Wagyu Galbi, as well as a selection of Korean-inspired desserts to cap off the meal. 

Chef Edward Kwon’s pop-up will be open from 7 July until 7 October 2023. The 12-course menu is priced at THB 4900++ per person, with a wine pairing option is available at an additional THB 2700++. 

Edward Kwon at the Siam Kempinski Hotel, Siam Kempinski, 991/9 Rama I Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 2 162 9000. 

Hybrid brings together the flavours of the East and West with a unique tasting menu

Mahatun Plaza sees an exciting opening this summer, as Chef Yodying “Sasha” Phoomcharoen brings together an interesting amalgamation of flavours at her new restaurant, Hybrid. Home-grown ingredients are assembled on the plate in homage to the chef’s travels around the globe, in a series of set menus that feel familiar, and yet offer something distinct for the palate. Highlights on the current menu include the Lobster Hybrid (a blend of Thai tom yum kung soup and lobster bisque), the Citron Blossom (a European take on the Thai yum som oh), and the Bloody Boeuf (a larb-inspired beef tartare). Unmissable is also the Fish in a Can, inspired by Thai canned fish salad, served on beautifully cooked risotto. The latter is a nod to Chef Sasha’s 10 years cooking in Rome, which the chef will happily detail and explain in the warm ambience of her open kitchen. 

Hyrbid Restaurant and Wine Bar, Mahatun Plaza, 876-878 Phloenchit Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 81 101 2500. 

Bistrot de la Mer presents Mediterranean favourites in the heart and at heights of the city 

Did you know that the Sindhorn Kempinski is located in an area many are calling the ‘Manhattan of Bangkok’? If you too want to savour a taste of the Mediterranean in the city’s most buzzing district, it’s time to head to Bistrot de la Mer. Located on the 19th floor of the hotel, the new French Mediterranean restaurant is serving up a series of trusted classics. Knowing that you can’t fault a glass of fine wine and oysters, escargot, or beef tartare, Chef de Cuisine Slawomir Kowalik has put together a classy and comforting menu, centred around French favourites. We’re loving the Salad Niçoise prepared table-side, as well as the French Onion Soup, Lobster Thermidor, and the traditional Fish Bouillabaisse. In line with its coastal theme, there is also a seasonal catch-of-the-day available. If you can’t quite make it to the South of France this summer, head to the Sindhorn Kempinski now. 

Bistrot de la Mer, Sindhorn Kempinski, 80 Soi Tonson, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 2 059 9999. 

Ekkamai welcomes a new grill house and wine bar with La Brace 

Whilst La Brace had its soft opening earlier this year, it is now ready to welcome discerning diners in full swing to its spacious grill house and wine bar. Spotlighting Mediterranean grill cuisine, diners can enjoy a selection of meats, including Grilled Australian Westholme Wagyu+5 Striploin, Tomahawk, Grilled Australian Young Lamb Rack, and more. Beyond meats, there are also a range of other dishes, such as Truffle Cheese Soufflé, Seafood Bisque, or Andalucian Style Clams in White Wine Chili Sauce. Hearty and comforting, and a fine addition to Ekkamai’s dining scene.

La Brace Grill House & Wine Bar, Earth Ekkamai, Sukhumvit 63, Bangkok, +66 94 540 6662. 

The best new menus in Bangkok this July 2023 

The new menu at Canvas proves that Chef Riley Sanders is still a mad creative genius

It’s always a fun evening at Canvas, one that plays with the mind almost as much as it toys with the palate. This season, Chef Riley Sanders and the team have launched ‘The Colours of Flavour,’ a 20-course menu inspired by 20 of Riley’s very own paintings. Mini cards are placed in front of diners depicting the painting that represents each course, as the food on the plate mimics the colours and composition of the art work. As a result, the experience is very much an art exhibition as much as it is a tasting menu. Colourful, thought-provoking, and playful without being cheesy, Chef Riley not only manages to recreate picture-perfect representations of his paintings, but also inspires through local flavour and quality, sustainably-sourced, and sometimes even rare Thai ingredients. We’re crowning the new menu at Canvas the most Instagrammable new menu in Bangkok right now, and also the most curious. 

Canvas, 113/9-10, Sukhumvit Soi 55, Klongton Nua, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 99 614 1158. 

80/20 introduces a new chef and a new menu with a kick

It’s time to return to 80/20 as the award-winning Charoenkrung restaurant welcomes a new Head Chef in Thav Phouthavong. Born in Belgium and raised in the UK in a Laotian family, Chef Thav brings a multicultural touch to the new signature menu at 80/20. We are particularly excited about the Laotian kick that Chef Thav brings to the dining table, as the 14-course journey sees the continuation of some of 80/20’s most beloved dishes, alongside his newer creations. Highlights include the Khao Soi Lapin (inspired by the famous Laotian-style khao soi soup, made with rabbit leg ragu and rabbit consommé), Khao Pad Jeow Bong Ped (dry-aged smoked duck grilled over charcoal served with stir-fried jeow bong), and Gaeng Om (grilled marinated Wagyu beef with dill and lemon basil curry). 

The Signature Tasting Menu is priced at THB 3900++ per person, with an option for a 6-glass wine pairing at an additional THB 2500++. 

80/20 Restaurant, 1052-1054 Charoenkrung 26, Bang Oak, Bangkok, +66 2 234 2822. 

Keller presents a new menu for the summer

It’s time to head back to Suan Phlu as Keller has introduced a few fine new options for the summer. Switching things up this season, guests can now mix and match up their 3 or 4-course menu and enjoy a wider selection of a la carte items. From Japanese Aji over to Wagyu Beef Cheek, Boston Lobster, and Racan Pigeon, Chef Mirco Keller continues to showcase his passion and finesse in contemporary European cooking. Definitely don’t leave before trying the new Quark Ice Cream, a refreshing and addicting way to beat the heat this summer. 

The 3-course menu at Keller is priced at THB 2500++, and the 4-course menu is priced at THB 3250++.

Keller, 31 Suan Phlu Soi 2, Suan Phlu Road, Sathorn, Bangkok, +66 2 092 7196.

Dining events this July 2023

Chef Ferran Tadeo teams up with Mia Restaurant for a truffle extravaganza

It’s truffle season, and don’t the team at Mia know it. On 13 July, Mia’s Chefs Top and Michelle are collaborating with Chef Ferran Tadeo of Embassy Room for a special Truffle Hill by Verduno Dinner. The all-truffle menu will feature the precious delicacy in various ways, such as Gambero Rosso and Hokkaido Scallop in Truffle Dashi, Homemade Canelon with Truffle Demi Glacé, Margaret River Beef with Jerusalem Artichoke and Truffle Jus, and even through the cheese and dessert courses, with Warm Brie Foam and Truffle Honey, as well as Buckwheat and Honeycomb Ice Cream with Hazelnut and Truffle respectively. 

The Truffle Dinner will take place on 13 July 2023. It is priced at THB 5850++, or THB 8950++ inclusive of wine pairing (always recommended). 

Mia, 30 Attha Kawi, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Bangkok, +66 98 862 9659. 

Goji Kitchen + Bar celebrates the best of Australian produce 

From 21-30 July, Goji Kitchen + Bar will be hosting Australia’s Franca Restaurant Group’s Chef José Saulog for a fantastic celebration of Australian produce. Together with Verduno Thailand, the chef presents a series of special dishes at the buffets and brunches, including cuts of Southern Ranges SR4 Grass-fed Beef, Armorica’s Signature Steak Tartare, Australian Langoustine Crudo with Herring Roe Caviar, Braised Beef Cheeks with Guindillas Chili & Pedro Ximénez Jus, and Truffle Hill’s Black Winter Truffle Risotto in Parmesan Wheel. 

The ‘Best of Australia’ dishes will be available in every weekday and weekend buffet lunch, dinner, and brunch from 21-30 July 2023.

Goji Kitchen + Bar, Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, 1999 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 2 059 5999. 

Chiva-Som is hosting a charity dinner together with Cadence

Whilst this dining event is not taking place in Bangkok, it’s certainly worth the road trip. Pioneering wellness destination Chiva-Som is hosting a charity gala dinner on 26 July to raise funds for its mangrove preservation project, and to celebrate the International Day of the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. For the special occasion, Chef Dan Bark of Cadence will join hands with Chiva-Som’s Chef Sinchai Srivipa to present an 8-course wellness cuisine menu. Dishes will feature organic produce sourced from Chiva-Som’s very own gardens, and the day will also see Friend of Chiva-Som and ambassador Suquan Bulakul, along with Chef Dan Bark and team members, take part in a mangrove planting activity.

The fund-raising gala dinner takes place on 26 July at Taste of Siam Restaurant, Chiva-Som. It is priced at THB 9000 per person for dinner, and THB 10,000 inclusive of wine-pairing. All proceeds after expenses will go towards the Krailart Niwate Mangrove Project. 

Chiva-Som Hua Hin, 73/4-6 Soi Moo Baan Nong Kae, Phet Kasem Road, Nong Kae, Hua Hin, +66 32 536 536.

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this June 2023

The month of June is that sweaty and slightly awkward bridge between the hot season and the rainy season, and our new restaurants round-up for June 2023 kind of follows in the same tracks. We don’t see a long list of new openings and menus this month, but exciting things are definitely cooking for the month ahead.

This June, new restaurants in Bangkok are few, though many are laying the groundwork for grand openings in July. Meanwhile, new summer menus and special dining events are still popping up across town, ensuring that there’s still many a reason to beat the sweltering heat and head out for dinner.

Read on for what’s new at Bangkok restaurants below, be it magnificent reopenings, Mediterranean-inspired brunches, or Mezcal-fuelled tasting menus.

Côte by Mauro Colagreco reopens with an elevated dining experience

After a one month closure, Côte by Mauro Colagreco reopened on 31 May, welcoming diners with a fresh revamp and a few new additions. Chef Davide Garavaglia is cooking up a storm in the newly enhanced main kitchen, as the Michelin Guide Thailand Young Chef 2023 winner continues to serve Mediterranean Riviera-inspired menus. From 31 May, however, guests will get to witness where and how the magic happens, as the revitalised show kitchen allows diners to witness the team in action. Additionally, guests can now also enjoy tipples and refreshments at the sleek new Library Lounge at Côte. Here a Buchées menu will be available, featuring creative bites and snacks to enjoy alongside selected wines from Côte’s team of sommeliers. We know you never really need a new excuse to head to Côte, but if you were looking for one, this is definitely it.

Côte by Mauro Colagreco, Capella Bangkok, 300/2 Charoenkrung Road, Sathorn, Bangkok, +66 2 098 3818.

Mimosa brings a touch of the Mediterranean to Suan Phlu

There are many reasons to love Suan Phlu, and the opening of Mimosa presents yet another fun dining option in the beloved Sathorn neighbourhood. A location familiar to many, Mimosa has opened at the corner of South Sathorn Road and Soi Suan Phlu, serving up Mediterranean-inspired dishes with friendly prices. They claim “it’s ‘la dolce vita’ with every bite” when you’re here, as the menu spans everything from classic Italian starters and mains over to pizzas, pastas, and a very vibrant cocktail list. Charcuterie lovers will enjoy the various boards they offer, as well as the wines to pair. Weekday lunch? Weekend brunch? Dinner with the bunch? Everything goes.

Mimosa, 69 South Sathorn Road, Sathorn, Bangkok, +66 63 474 6858.

BLOQyard brings a feast of fun dining options to Sathorn

Whilst it may have seemed like Sathorn couldn’t possibly fit yet another community space into its busy business district, BLOQyard rebels against the stereotype as a fun new community mall just steps away from BTS Chong Nonsi. Currently, visitors can find 7 outlets here, from food and drink to even a cannabis dispensary. Highlights for your lunch break include the healthy Salad Smith, LA-style smash burger No Drama Burger, Japanese izakaya Nihon Saiseisakaba, cocktail bar Freshmix, crepe and tea spot Crepever, and Scarletta, the pasta bar you know and love by Sloane’s. A little something for everyone, BLOQyard presents a cosy hangout amidst the skyscrapers, perfect for your next after-work hangout.

BLOQyard, 190 Phiphat 2, Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok.

The best new menus in Bangkok this June 2023

A symphony of summer has arrived at Kinu by Takagi

Kinu by Takagi presents an early summer menu to celebrate the arrival of the Japanese summer. Available in a five-course lunch or a 10-course kaiseki-style dinner, Chef de Cuisine Norihisa Maeda is serving up a menu designed by Chef Consultant Takagi Kazuo, highlighting a journey through various regions of Japan. This includes prawns from Kagoshima, Ayu sweet fish, wagyu beef from Tottori (the best in Japan), and sweet Japanese melon. Beautiful and sophisticated, as always.

The menu is available until 18 June 2023. It is priced at THB 4000++ for the five-course lunch, or THB 8000++ for the 10-course dinner. 

Kinu by Takagi, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, 48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok, +66 2 659 9000. 

IGNIV welcomes the summer season with a fresh menu

If you can’t quite make it to Europe this summer, IGNIV has put together a refreshing taste of the summer in Bangkok. The new menu features the flavours and textures of summertime — be they fresh and light or smoky and acidic. 19 dishes make up the sharing menu, highlighting various seasonal products from Europe, such as French pigeon and foie gras, Dutch veal, Japanese trout, and Maldivian tuna. These are combined with local ingredients from Thailand such as colourful fresh vegetables, herbs, and fruit. Most specially this season, the summer menu will also see the first allocation of Swiss wines from the Bündner Herrschaft in Graubünden, specifically a fantastic Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Non-drinkers can enjoy a juice pairing as the alternative, and as always, diners will get to take their pick from the Candy Store before they leave, too.

The summer menu is priced at THB 4900++ per person. It is available until August 2023.

IGNIV Bangkok, The St. Regis Bangkok, 159 Rajadamri Road, Bangkok, +66 2207 7822.

Santiaga takes to the seas with a coastal Mexican summer menu

Chef Billy Bautista takes to the seas for his latest menu at Santiaga, highlighting the bold summer flavours of Mexico’s coast. Together with chefs Mauricio and Arturo, the dream team of elevated Mexican dining present a balanced menu of light, bright, fragrant, and downright fierce dishes. The new tasting menu begins with a citrus paleta (popsicle), made of mango and dusted with a very special salt (ask the team), best accompanied with a shot of Mezcal. Following this fun welcome, the journey continues with a hearty soft shell crab and molito, a fiery aguachile with charred Atlantic octopus, and a fragrant hibiscus mole de Jamaica with giant tiger prawn, to name a few. Not on the tasting menu but definitely worth a try: don’t miss the Oaxacan tlayudas, which Billy aptly describes as “what nachos wish they were.” You heard it here first.

The ‘Summer Flavours of Mexico’ menu is priced at THB 2900++. A vegetarian version of the menu is also available at THB 2700++.

Santiaga, Above Billy’s Smokehouse, 888/23-24 Mahatun Plaza, Phloenchit Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok, +66 2 651 4399.

Dining events and pop-ups to this June 2023

Mia teams up with Odette and Meta on 14 and 15 June

Fine dining lovers, are you sitting down? Mia is flying in the big guns for the “Friends of Mia – Next Gen Series!” this 14 and 15 June. The second collaboration of the year will see chefs Michelle Goh and Pongcharn ‘Top’ Russell join forces with Sheng Xiong from Odette, as well as Arthur Long from Meta. The culinary wizards are putting together a special menu for two nights only, surely to be a memorable experience.

Mia, 30 Attha Kawi 1, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Bangkok, +66 98 862 9659.

Phra Nakhon and Yoong Khao Hom present a fiery expedition on 21 and 22 June

Chef Kannika Jitsangworn of Phra Nakhon and Chef Sujira ‘Aom’ Pongmorn of the soon-to-open Yoong Khao Hom (and formerly Saawaan) are teaming up for a showcase of Southern Thai flavours this month. On 21 and 22 June, the two female chefs will celebrate the flavours of the region from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Phuket and Pattani, with fresh salads, grilled meats, and spicy seafood.

The Phra Nakhon x Yoong Khao Hom Southern Thai Feast will be available on 21 June for dinner, and 22 June for lunch. It is priced at THB 2900++ per person.

Phra Nakhon, Capella Bangkok, 300/2 Charoenkrung Road, Sathorn, Bangkok, +66 2 098 3893.

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this May 2023

It’s Justin Timberlake’s favourite month. May has arrived, and with it a series of restaurant openings, pop-ups, and seasonal menus follow. Here are all the new and exciting happenings on the dining scene in Bangkok this May 2023. 

Whilst many have their eyes on the annual Met Gala at the beginning of May, our gaze is more fixated on all the new menus launching in May. Whether it’s a fancy British pop-up in the heart of the city or a celebration of spring, summer, and Sakura, put on your best eating pants for all the new restaurants in Bangkok this month. 

Café Wolseley brings a little bit of London to Rajadamri 

If you can’t quite make it to the coronation of King Charles III in London this month, the Anantara Siam is bringing some of the best of London to its Rajadamri location. The Wolseley Hospitality group, which is behind the famed The Wolseley and The Delaunay hotels, has opened Café Wolseley here. The group’s first international venture (!), the European eatery sits inside what was previously Madison Restaurant, and has completely transformed the space. Amidst a classic-meets-contemporary setting, diners can enjoy quintessential European dishes by Chef David Stevens, from Dressed Dorset Crab and The Wolseley’s Coq au Vin, over to Crème Brûlée a Muscovado. Don’t know where to begin? 2-3 course menus are also available, as well as a refreshed cocktail list to suit.

Café Wolseley, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, 155 Rajadamri Road, Bangkok, +66 2 431 9497. 

The Siam Tea Room opens on the riverside

The Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park shows no signs of stopping, as after opening The Crystal Grill House earlier this year, The Siam Tea Room now joins its repertoire of dining outlets at Asiatique The Riverfront. Showcasing the rich flavours of Thailand in a new riverside setting, diners can enjoy a selection of Thai favourites by Chef Aunkool ‘Aony’ Poolpipat with a magnificent view. The menu is inspired by a journey to Old Siam, featuring highlight dishes such as Spicy Orange Salad with Crispy Gourami and Sweet Pork, Grilled Pork Ribs in Tamarind Sauce with Roasted Rice and Fried Chili, and Crab Curry with Betel Leaves served with vermicelli noodles. For more casual dining, the Thai restaurant also features a casual cafe and bakery section, with lighter treats to enjoy throughout the day. 

The Siam Team Room, Asiatique The Riverfront, 2194 Charoenkrung Road, Bangkok, +66 2 059 5999. 

IM en ville adds a warm sense of community to comfort dining

Whether you’re in the area because you’re sightseeing, visiting the temples, or simply enjoying one of Bangkok’s most understated, yet interesting historic neighbourhoods, IM en ville is a great stop to add to your day. The multi-storey space features a multi-concept dining programme, taking diners from day to night with a food court-like Food Corner, a daytime (and brunch favourite) cafe, and a more serious upstairs eatery. Located adjacent to Wat Ratchabophit, the views from the second floor are unbeatable, with various historic artefacts to admire inside the heritage printing house building. Equally nostalgic, the menu features comfort food classics with an elevated touch, as the young up-and-coming local chefs bring their experience from Michelin-starred establishments to this charming new space. Whilst IM en ville isn’t a very new restaurant this month, it has added additional opening hours and spaces, and now serves dinner, too.

IM en ville includes Cafe IM, IM Food Corner, and Maison IM, 59 Fueang Nakhon Road, Khwaeng Wat Ratchabophit, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, +66 65 612 6688. 

Volti returns with a fiery new Tuscan grill concept

Everybody say, “ciao, Volti!” The Shangri-La Bangkok’s Italian dining outlet is back with a fiery new Tuscan grill concept. Reopening this month, Volti Tuscan Grill & Bar welcomes the prized Bruno Ferrari as its new head chef, alongside a series of exciting new dining options. Meat lovers will enjoy the full-blood 100% Japanese Wagyu A5 cuts, as well as the Australian Angus, and Australian F1 Wagyu. Cooked over a charcoal grill, the large open kitchen provides plenty both for the eyes and the tastebuds. With a view of the tropical pool and the Chao Phraya River just outside, indulge in Chef Bruno’s menu that is centred around an authentic taste of Italy. Beyond the meats, the homemade pasta (and house-infused Limoncello to end the meal) also comes highly recommended. 

Volti Tuscan Grill & Bar, Shangri-La Bangkok, 89 Soi Wat Suan Phlu, New Road, Bangkok, +66 2236 7777.

PEPÉ wants you to eat, drink, and mingle on Sukhumvit 16

A modern Asian restaurant, PEPÉ has opened on Sukhumvit 16 as a casual drinking and dining spot. The setting is young and fun, with plenty of indoor and outdoor mingling spaces, and cheeky drawings on the walls. Following the wave of bistros opening across Bangkok this year, PEPÉ’s menu features a blend of familiar Asian and beloved European flavours. Homemade pastas and fresh oysters are met with an interesting natural wine selection for a space that prides itself on an “eat, drink, mingle” concept. They’re also pet-friendly, so bring your puppers along, too. 

PEPÉ Bangkok, 173/3 Soi Sukhumvit 16, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 84 264 9291. 

The best new menus in Bangkok this May 2023

Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin welcomes the summer with a new menu

Embark on a new ‘Summer Journey’ at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin. From now until 30 September, the modern Thai restaurant is serving up a seasonal menu, designed to reflect Chef Henrik’s travels through Thailand and Europe in the summer. Together with Chef Chayawee, he presents a menu that brings out the finest summertime ingredients through 16 inspired courses. From the street food-style canapés to the laab duck, Alaskan king crab, fried lobster, and slow-cooked ibérico pork, expect playful creations and presentations as usual and as revered at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin every season. 

The ‘Summer Journey’ menu is priced at THB 2600++ for eight courses, THB 3200++ for ten courses, and THB 4300++ for 16 courses. Wine pairing is also available.

Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin, Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, 991/9 Rama I Road, Bangkok, +66 2 162 9000. 

Kintsugi by Jeff Ramsey puts Sakura in the spotlight with a new menu

The spring season in Japan is synonymous with the emblematic Sakura blossom. This season, Kintsugi presents a menu that celebrates the delicate and beautiful nature of this flower, through various layers of meaning. With great attention to detail, Chef Alvin Chew preciously plates a menu that takes diners on a refreshing journey of springtime flavours. As mountain-side vegetables, herbs, and florals dance along the dishes through each course, highlights include the melt-in-your-mouth Fugu Shirako Agedashi, Charcoal Grilled Unagi with Sunchoke, and phenomenal Roast A5 Wagyu Tenderloin and Kagomi. This season, staples like the Chawan Mushi and the Gohanmono rice course are given a really noteworthy springtime twist, with the addition of black truffle and Sakura ebi crisp and tiny prawns respectively. Delicious.

The eight-course dinner menu is priced at THB 5900++ per person, and the ten-course dinner menu is priced at THB 7200++. 

Kintsugi by Jeff Ramsay, The Athenee Hotel, A Luxury Collection Bangkok, 61 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Bangkok, +66 2650 8800.

A taste of Abruzzo has arrived at L’OLIVA

How much do you know about the Abruzzo region of Italy? For a beautiful lesson on its unique flavours and ingredients, head to L’OLIVA Bangkok this month. Celebrating the farmlands, the mountains, and the picturesque coastline of Abruzzo, the beloved Italian restaurant has launched a series of new dishes that represent the traditional cuisine of the region. Start with the addictive Pizz’onta, a rustic pizza-like bread baked with ancient wheat and cooked with olive oil, before you indulge in countless Arrosticini, a type of skewered sheep’s meat seasoned with aromatic herbs. For a real treat, the Tacconi pasta served with a ragù made from European and local seafood is a hearty way to enjoy the versatile culinary identity of the region. Don’t leave without trying the Abruzzo wines (some of which are only available here), as well as L’OLIVA’s co-founder Niccolino’s small-batch olive oil. It hails all the way from his family land at the foot of the Abruzzo mountains.

L’OLIVA Bangkok, 4 Soi Sukhumvit 36 Yaek 2, Bangkok, +66 94 858 9868. 

Gigi Dining Hall launches a series of new specials 

If your favourite part of the working day is lunch hour, Gigi Dining Hall gets it. This summer, they’ve launched a few new lunch and brunch specials, highlighting the Italian flavours you so know and love. The spotlight is undoubtedly on the white asparagus dish, celebrating the season of the revered vegetable in Europe. As a brunch special, it is available daily until 5pm, served with 2 eggs of your choice, Hollandaise sauce, and rocket salad. Beyond white asparagus, other specials include Gigi’s Gazpacho (with a vegan version available), Truffled Burrata, Pasta Boscaiola and Truffled Burrata, and Risotto Nero. 

Gigi Dining Hall, Soi Sukhumvit 45, Bangkok, +66 2 662 4478. 

Special dining events and pop-ups in Bangkok this May 2023

Behind The Curtain and IGNIV team up for the first-ever dessert omakase collab

For those who live for the finer things in life, it doesn’t get any finer than Behind The Curtain’s collaboration with IGNIV for their first-ever joint dessert omakase. As exquisite as it sounds, the “masterful blend of mixology and pastry artistry” will see the teaming up of IGNIV’s Chef Arne Riehn with Mia’s Michelle Goh for a menu that celebrates innovative dessert-making and cocktails. Paired with the creations of Marc Perez of Behind the Curtain’s bar, the five-course omakase is sure to be a romantic and sophisticated indulgence to remember. 

The experience is priced at THB 3200++ per person, and is available on 9 and 10 May 2023. Advance booking is required. 

Behind The Curtain, 30 Attha Kawi 1, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Bangkok, +66 98 862 9659. 

Signature Bangkok welcomes Chicago’s two-Michelin-starred Oriole for a pop-up

Chicago’s renowned Oriole may seem very far away on most days, but for two nights only, Bangkok foodies can enjoy a taste of the West Loop restaurant in the heart of the city. Signature’s Chef Thierry Drapeau will play host to Oriole’s Noah Sandoval for a special culinary pop-up, bringing together the flavours of the contemporary American restaurant and the innovative modern French Signature. As Oriole boasts two Michelin stars since opening in 2016, and Signature celebrates its first Michelin star, diners are set for a night of fine dining in very safe and stellar hands.

The pop-up takes place on 10-12 May 2023. 

Signature Bangkok, M Gallery Hotel Collection, 11th Floor, Vie Hotel Bangkok, 117/39-40 Phaya Thai Road, Bangkok, +66 2 309 3939. 

Samlor heads to Napa Valley for a culinary journey at the Hyatt Regency 

As part of the Hyatt Regency’s ‘Culinary Journey’ series, Bangkok’s beloved Samlor will join hands with Robert Mondavi of the Napa Valley for a one-night-only event. Power couple chefs Joe and Saki of Samlor will present a Thai menu with a Southern seafood theme, designed to bring out the fun in Thai street food under a finer dining lens. The dinner will be accompanied by Robert Mondavi wines, each chosen to complement and highlight the unique flavours of the tasting menu.

The event will take place on 23 May 2023 from 6pm. The five-course dinner is priced at THB 3999 net per person. 

Market Cafe by Khao, Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit, 1 Soi Sukhumvit 13, Khlong Toei Nuea, Bangkok, +66 2 098 1234. 

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this April 2023

We’re not on the hunt for eggs this April, but we’re definitely on the lookout for new restaurants in Bangkok. Whilst new openings are few this month, there’s an avalanche of new menus to try. Let’s hop to it.

What a time to be a Bangkok foodie. Just this month, Bangkok has been named home to the best restaurant in all of Asia (it’s Le Du), as well as the home of the second Shake Shack outpost in Southeast Asia (it’s at Central World). Fine diners and casual diners alike have found plenty of reason to order in or eat out, and as the Thai New Year commences, the city has come alive with a summer spirit — albeit a little sweaty. 

Mayong chid is blooming. Durian fruit is brooding. ’Tis the Thai summer season to feast and feast and feast. Whether you’re travelling away from the heat or staying in town to see what traffic-free Bangkok feels like, we’ve got plenty of new dishes for you to check out this month. Perhaps you’ll save them for your special Songkran celebration, or perhaps you’ll bookmark for your post-Songkran blues. It doesn’t really matter. Food doesn’t ask questions. Food understands. Here’s where to eat your feelings at new Bangkok restaurants and through new Bangkok menus this April 2023.

iODE proves that Bangkok’s love for French bistros shows no signs of stopping

iODE joins the pack of fabulous French restaurants in the city with a charming ‘neo bistro’ concept in the heart of Sathorn. Combining all the flair of a Parisian bistro with a selection of quality ingredients from around the region, expect lesser conventional French dishes with an elevated Asian touch. Highlights include the Dry-Aged Seabream Sashimi, Cos Salad with Unagi, Baco ‘Raclette’ Cheese, and a selection of Kristal Caviar dishes, as well as grilled meats and seafood towers. Naturally, there’s a dope selection of wines to choose from, too. 

iODE, 76/8-9 Prong Chai Alley, Sathorn, +66 65 045 5628. 

Pastel brings the party spirit of the Mediterranean to Bangkok

There’s no need to miss the clubs in Ibiza and Mykonos anymore. Pastel has arrived, and Soi 11 becomes home to yet another (!) stop for your boozy dinners and merry nights out. Promising “festive vibes, killer cocktails, and delicious bites,” this rooftop venue is all about embracing a carefree and addictive Mediterranean attitude. Whether you indulge in the AOP Seafood Pasta, Lobster Ravioli, or Hamachi Crudo, there’s a lot from the sea to explore from the kitchen, and plenty of playful drinks to explore at the bar. Featuring a fun and colourful design on the rooftop of the Aira Hotel, it’s definitely a spot to ‘gram and be ‘grammed.

Pastel Rooftop Bar & Mediterranean Dining, 22F, Aira Hotel, 14 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Bangkok, +66 95 703 5679. 

Kenny’s opens in Ari for the hipster pizza lovers of Ari

Ari was hankering for a good pizza spot, and now with the arrival of Kenny’s, our hopes are high. Serving Naples-style pies, the trendy pizzeria is becoming very popular amongst Ari residents and beyond, from their ‘Beat the Heat’ hot pepperoni pizza to their ‘Smoked it Every Day’ smoked bacon pizza. Not a pizza lover (you weirdo)? They’ve also got beer, burgers, and wings, too. 

Kenny’s, 12 Phaholyothin Soi 5, Phaholyothin Road, Phayathai, Bangkok, +66 90 995 2040. 

The best new menus in Bangkok this April 2023

Spring has sprung in all its glory at Mia restaurant

Whilst we welcome the summer season in Southeast Asia, let Mia restaurant remind you just how refreshing the current spring time in Europe can be. The Modern European restaurant with an Asian soul presents an eight-course Spring Tasting Menu this month. It begins with Chef Top’s familiar favourites, like the Josephine Oyster with Champagne and Shiso Granita, before blossoming into new territory with a Hokkaido Scallop Crudo, Hay Aged Pigeon with Red Endive and Figs, or 48 Hours Braised Beef Short Rib with Oyster Cream and Salsify. The meal ends with yet another familiar favourite: Chef Michelle’s Mia Cereal Bowl with Malted Milk and Corn. As always, the wine pairing is highly recommended, and vegan and vegetarian options are available (and truly outstanding), too.

The eight-course tasting menu is priced at THB 4850++. Wine pairing (5 glasses) is an additional THB 3150++. 

Mia, 30 Attha Kawi 1, Sukhumvit Soi 26, +66 98 862 9659.

A new season has arrived at Elements, inspired by Ciel Bleu

Chef Gerard Villaret Horcajo invites diners to be seduced by the spring, with a beautiful new menu celebrating the fresh seasonal produce of Japan and Europe. The ‘Spring Guestronomic Dining Journey’ showcases tender first-growth vegetables, fresh herbs, spices, and meat and seafood all personally sourced from Japan’s best artisanal markets. The new menu includes highlights such as Hokkaido Hotate Tartare, Kinmedai Binchotan with Oyster Regal, White Asparagus with Cured Egg Yolk, Morels, and Black Truffle Bechamel, as well as Iberian Milk-fed Lamb. Definitely leave room for dessert, as the meal ends with Chef Gerard’s Yotubushi Strawberry with Japanese Cheesecake, Lychee, and Sparkling Sake. As always, the menu can be enjoyed with a wine or home-brewed kombucha pairing. 

The ‘Spring Guestronomic Dining Journey’ is priced at THB 6200++ for 8 courses, or THB 4800++ for 6 courses. 

Elements, Inspired by Ciel Bleu, The Okura Prestige, Park Ventures Ecoplex, 57 Wireless Road, Bangkok, +66 2687 9000.

Kavee embraces the different shades of the summer

This season, innovative Thai restaurant Kavee presents the ‘Shades’ menu, inspired by the shades of the season across the country. Embark on this colourful journey through Thailand, which highlights local produce and unfamiliar hill tribe ingredients. From Sing Buri Smoked Fish and Trat Tiger Prawns over to Konkaen Thai Wagyu Tartare, and Chumphon Charred Cuttlefish, the menu is rich and diverse, and testament to Chef ‘Tae’ Udomchalotorn’s skill and passion for diverse Thai cuisine. 

Kavee Restaurant, Sukhumvit 38 Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 80 995 9095.

Zuma launches a series of sizzling new dishes

We know you don’t really need another excuse to get dressed up and get messed up at Zuma, but if you feel like trying something new on the menu, here’s a fantastic opportunity. Launched just last month, Zuma Bangkok has added a series of new dishes to the menu, including Seared Tuna with Braised Red Onion and Ponzu, Crab Salad with Sesame Dressing and Tobiko, Langoustine in Kataifi with Sour Dashi, and Iberico Pork with Mushroom Salad and Truffle Mayo. Don’t forget to also sample Davide Sambo’s beautiful new Japanese garden-inspired cocktail menu, and maybe pair it with the (also new) Robata Grilled Edamame with Lemon Oil and Shichimi Pepper. Delish.

Zuma Bangkok, The St. Regis Bangkok, 159 Ratchadamri Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, +66 2 111 8999. 

Ministry of Crab launches a Thailand exclusive menu

Ministry of Crab Bangkok has something special in store this season, as they’ve taken a series of popular Thai street food dishes and reimagining them using fresh crab. Whether you go for Chef Darshan’s Krapao Crab or Spicy Thai Basil Crab with an aromatic Thai basil sauce, a treat for the taste buds awaits. Fishy, briny, and with a kick of spice, ladies and lads who lunch can also enjoy the new lunchtime Crab Pot featuring a trio of 350g mud crabs that are steamed and chilled and served with four signature sauces. A bold choice for lunch, but an absolutely flavourful one, too.

Ministry of Crab, Sam-ed Building, Sukhumvit 31, +66 98 598 6554.

Scarlett Bangkok brings harvest to plate with a new selection of dishes

‘Freshly picked to finely chopped,’ everybody’s favourite after-work rooftop drinking venue presents a fantastic series of farm-to-fork dishes this season. From Chiang Mai Rice Risotto, Pathum Thani Kale & Hummus Salad, and Khao Yai Duck Rillette, over to Surat Thani Grouper Papillote and Pork Shoulder, the menu aims to support local farmers and entrepreneurs, and showcase the bountiful beauty of local ingredients. Available from now until the end of April, be sure to stop by and savour this charming Thai-ingredients-meets-French-technique collab.

Scarlett Bangkok, Pullman Bangkok Hotel G, 188 Silom, Suriya Wong, Bangkok, +66 96 869 7990. 

Jhol continues to celebrate the diversity of coastal India with new dishes

Breaking news for Indian bread lovers: this 2023, Team Jhol has announced that they will stop serving naan and kulchas. This 2023, the team aims to highlight the vast variety of other breads home to coastal India, along with a series of new dishes. Alongside the addition of kallapam (fermented rice pancake), diners can also expect a few other highlights such as Dahi Vada Aloo Dum (fried lentil balls in a light yogurt and sweet water) served with Aloo Dum (potato curry) and Ghugni (pea curry), Parsi Patrani Macchi (fish steamed in banana leaves with spicy green coconut chutney), Chickem Bharta (pulled chicken in a mild curry served with Mughlai paratha), and a beautiful Bengali prawn curry. New Head Chef Sanchit brings all these flavours and more from Odisha to Bangkok, as Jhol continues on its mission to spotlight the diversity of Indian cuisine, and Indian coastal cuisine in particular.

Jhol, 7 2 Sukhumvit Soi 18, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 2 004 7174. 

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this March 2023

Whilst last month saw a lot of new Japanese restaurant openings, March is looking a little more Mediterranean. We see the revival of one of the city’s most beloved hotel restaurants, as well as the reawakening of one of the city’s most famous alleyways.

The end of the month will also bring the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards ceremony in Singapore, with many a Bangkok restaurant sure to make a grand appearance in the top ranks.

Whether you follow these lists religiously or not, read on for our own list this March, featuring everything that’s new and noteworthy on the dining scene in Bangkok this month.

Gaston opens as a rustic-chic Parisian bistro at the Grand Hyatt Erawan

Remember the beloved Spasso at the Grand Hyatt Erawan? Now get ready to re-love it as Gaston, a rustic-chic French bistro which has taken Spasso’s place. Serving up a selection of timeless French classics, the new concept here aims to bring Paris bistro charms to the heart of Chidlom. Under the watchful eye of French chef David Senia, diners can expect familiar favourites like French entrecote, lamb chops, and seabass filets. There is also a selection of freshly shucked French oysters, as well as more regional classics like pork terrine, oeufs mimosa with black truffle, duck foie gras, stuffed calamari with piperade sauce, and so much more. Don’t know where to begin? Go for the chef’s plat du jour, take in the charming French ballads, and dine as you dream of Paris.

Gaston, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, 494 Rajdamri Road, Bangkok, +66 2 254 1234.

Coastiera opens as seductive Italian underground dining experience

There is something incredibly seductive about Coastiera. It is located in the basement of the artsy 140 Wireless Building, in what feels like a secret vault of style and sophistication. The kitchen is helmed by Andrea Ortu, who brings fine Italian dining to the table with an emphasis on Southern Italian flavours and Italian coastal food. Out in the dining room, meanwhile, jazz musicians and even live DJs take to the stage to fill the room with an addictive and mysterious energy. Amongst dim lighting and marble fixtures, it feels like something out of a modern-day millennial mafia movie. Drama! Party! Extravagance! A movie where you can’t wait to see where the night will take you.

Coastiera, Level B, 140 Wireless Building, Wireless Road, Bangkok, +66 8 3884 6445.

Bisou brings a new kiss of life to Soi Langsuan

If Bisou’s location feels like you’re having deja vu, it’s likely because you’ve visited before when it was Gaggan Anand’s Wet. Opening in the same space as a gastro wine bar with “rule-breaking French cuisine,” Bisou is the brainchild of the French chef Antoine Darquin and sommelier Theo Lavergne. Bursting with modern European attitude, the two are serving up “borderless” French dishes with creative twists, such as Akami tuna tartare, BFC (Bisou Fried Chicken), roasted pigeon, and Hanger steak with bone marrow. Whether you pair these with the fine wine selection or enjoy one of the creative cocktails, it’s certainly a French bistro unlike any you’ve experienced in the city. The catchphrase reads: “K.I.S.S. — Keep It Simple, Sexy!”

Bisou, 68 Lumpini Sub-district, 9 Soi Langsuan, Lumpini, Bangkok, +66 960 255 858.

Siam Yacht Club adds a fun twist to surf and turf on the river

Siam Yacht Club is making a splash on the river this season, as it has officially opened at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel as a super chill spot to enjoy seafood favourites and live music. The riverside venue features an open kitchen and live grill station, and aims to bring together modern European cooking methods with traditional Asian influences. Highlights include smoked oysters, capellini with Maine lobster and pancetta, and a very impressive seafood tower. Signature cocktails are also available, and a DJ plays on deck from sundown to late into the night. A charming and relaxed yacht club ambience in a really nicely revamped location on the river.

Siam Yacht Club, 2 Charoen Krung Road Soi 30, Bang Rak, +66 2 266 0123.

Fireplace Grill & Bar ignites the re-opening of the InterContinental Bangkok

The InterContinental Bangkok is almost finished with its renovations, and to celebrate, Fireplace Grill & Bar is the first venue to re-open. The European grill house has been around since 1966, sevring up premium grades of steak from around the world, as well as a fine selection of seafood. Signature dishes include Escargots a la Bourguignonne, Roast Prime Rib of Beef and Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Rack of Lamb, and Dover Sole Meuniere.

Fireplace Grill and Bar, 973 Phloen Chit Road, Lumpini, Bangkok +66 2656 0444.

The best new menus in Bangkok this March 2023 (and other culinary happenings)

Stage welcomes a new head chef, and a new menu to celebrate

Chef Patron Jay Sainisa Sangsingkeaw welcomes a new Head Chef at French casual fine dining restaurant Stage. After years of experience at a two Michelin-starred restaurant, Chef Arm Nonthabood Jansawang, joins Chef Jay Sainisa to present menu ‘Stage 10.0.’ Highlights on the new menu include Caviar Box Version 2, White Asparagus, Wild-caught Tiger Prawn, Ragu de Canard, Stanbroke Wagyu Tenderloin, and a delicate millefeuille. Of course, those who are in the know, will not and cannot miss the Signature Dessert Trolley, too. The menu is offered as a 6-course tasting menu at THB 2900++ or as the STAGE Experience at THB 4900++ for 10 courses. Wine pairing is also available and recommended.

Restaurant Stage, 359/2-3 Ekkamai Road, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 2 002 5253.

La Bottega’s Chef Marco Avesani presents a new menu

We know you don’t need an excuse to head back to Sukhumvit 49’s beloved La Bottega di Luca, but just in case, Chef Marco Avesani is ready to lure you in with a new menu. Available for lunch and dinner, new additions include Akami Tuna Tartare with fresh tomato, celery, capers, and Crusco pepper sauce, Argentinian Prawns Carpaccio with lemon vinaigrette, chive, and caramelised onion, or Grilled Baby Squid with zucchini, tomato confit, and bang cauda dipping sauce. As for the mains, expect to feast on the Baked Cannelloni ‘In Bianco,’ tortelli filled with creamed cod, baked Hokkaido sea scallops, and a refined codfish served with roasted Jerusalem artichokes. Always a memorable experience, you can find all these new dishes and more in the beautiful new 1950s vintage Italian poster-inspired menu.

La Bottega di Luca, 2/F Terrace 49 Building, Soi Sukhumvit 49, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 97 114 7342.

Villa Frantzén is welcoming ‘4 Shades of Tradition’ with an afternoon of German fine wines

Following a visit from winemaker Ernst Loosen last December, Villa Frantzén is inviting discerning diners and wine lovers back into its gorgeous Yen Akart villa for the ‘4 Shades of Tradition’ event on 1 April. Over the course of a leisurely lunch, four key German wine producers will curate an exquisite wine pairing experience, and provide wine enthusiasts a beautiful opportunity to chat all things winemaking. The “rebels of German winemaking” you will get to meet include Ernst “Erni” Loosen, Hanspeter and Edel Ziereisen, and Robert Weil, who will each present a comparative pairing of two glasses. At the start and finish of the event, Ernie Loosen will also present two very unique wines. We can’t unveil too much just yet, but if you know, you know.

‘4 Shades of Tradition’ is priced at THB 6500++ for 4 courses, 3 supplement servings, and 7 glasses of wine.

Villa Frantzén, 7 Soi Yen Akart 3, Chong Nonsi, Yan Nawa, Bangkok, +66 87 344 8222.

Neon Pigeon is flying in to Tony’s

For one night only, fans of Singapore’s Neon Pigeon can enjoy a special culinary experience at Tony’s on Sukhumvit Soi 11. Executive Chef Sean Mell will be joining hands with Chef Anthony Burd to create a unique menu for diners to enjoy on 19 March 2023 from 6pm. They’ll be joined by musician Camilo Diaz to set the perfect soundtrack for your night.

Tony’s, 24/477 Soi Sukhumvit 11, Wattana, Bangkok, +66 92 329 6629.

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this February

If you’re not one of the lucky many who travelled to Japan ever since they re-opened the country to tourists, do not fear. A month full of new Japanese restaurant openings is here.

From snazzy omakase to casual izakaya bites, it seems Bangkok is alive with the sound of Japanese music. Our list of new restaurant openings features several Japanese dining outlets, all with a different take on this very popular cuisine. Beyond Japan, there are a few seasonal menus and openings to note too, as the city recovers from its New Year and Chinese New Year hangover, and gears up for an exciting culinary calendar again. Read on for the new restaurant openings and new menus to book now.

P.S. If you’re looking for something more V-Day-specific, don’t forget to check out our Valentine’s Day dining guide and get a reservation before the tourists invade.

Yankii Robatayaki and Bar brings the fire to Sukhumvit 24

Soho Hospitality strikes again. This time inviting diners to really feel the heat, Yankii Robatayaki and Bar has opened as a Japanese yakitori, kushiyaki, and robata grill, bringing to Sukhumvit 24 all the excitement of fireside cooking, with a fun twist. With 30 counter seats, diners can tuck into Peruvian Anticucho and Chimichurri sauce, pork neck marinated in Korean Gojuchang sauce, or Salmon cooked robata style and marinated with Chipotle sauce. Amidst the 1950s-style Dagashi shop interior (the gum ball machines are a must-‘gram), New York hip hop plays in the background, as you’re served by a team decked out in Japanese 1980s-style biker jackets. Surely a place where the party doesn’t stop just because dinner is served, definitely also ring the bell to buy all the guests at the counter a round of shots on you. A surefire way to keep the excitement going.

Yankii Robatayaki Grill and Bar, G Floor, Skyview Hotel, 12 Sukhumvit 24 Alley, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 2 821 6808.

Omakase Ki Shin finds a new home at The St. Regis

Sushi Chef Satoshi Tsuru has moved from Thonglor to Rajadamri, settling on the 12th floor of The St. Regis to serve up a spectacular omakase menu. Whilst dishes vary and every experience is unique, highlights from our menu include a vast selection of fresh nigiri, Botan ebi with uni, Subiyaki Hitachi wagyu A5, and a beautiful yuzu and matcha dessert platter. Over the 16-course ‘Sumire’ menu, diners can also pick from an impressive sake selection, and enjoy a relaxed dinner ambience against eco-friendly ‘pineapple leather’ seating, and soothing Japanese wood interiors for an evening to remember.

Sushi Ki Shin, 12 Floor, The St. Regis Bangkok, 159 Ratchadamri Road, Pathum Wan, +66 63 070 0069.

Fatboy Izakaya takes on Ekkamai with light bites and Japanese cocktails

Those who know and love Silom’s Fatboy Sushi will be happy to see the opening of Fatboy Izakaya in Ekkamai. Much like its beloved counterpart, Fatboy Izakaya serves as a cheeky modern Japanese eatery, this time spotlighting the beloved Japanese drinking culture and accompanying small bites. Designed as sharing plates by Chef Arnie Marcella (whom you may know from Bunker and Carbar), dishes here range from crispy shisamo and salmon yukke maki over to a twist on the classic Japanese sando. Whilst a Japanese highball is the obvious choice, don’t shy away from the creative cocktails either, including the nori gin and sake umeshu ‘Sumo’s Kiss,’ or the wasabi Tequila, Mezcal, and Cointreau ‘Let That Man-Go.’

Fatboy Izakaya, Ekkamai Soi 2, Bangkok, +66 65 664 1539.

Chenin opens as a place to enjoy unconventional classics and collect cool points

Remember how wild everyone went for Asok Pi Shop when it opened a few years ago? And then remember how everyone went all sad when they announced they were closing? The team is back in a new location now and with a brand new name and concept. Boasting the same cool crowd and similarly satisfying dishes, Chenin has opened in Sukhumvit 31 as “not a wine bar” despite the name, and as a place to enjoy “unconventional classic cooking.” The menu boasts comfort dishes with a chic twist, be it Hasselback potato with creme fraiche and caviar, burrata with salsa verde on sourdough, or even a mayong chid and tarragon parfait sandwich. Familiar dishes and ingredients, but with added cool points. The neon red light quote “she’s mad, but she’s magic. There’s no lie in her fire” and the funky wine glasses definitely score high, too.

Chenin, 2nd Floor, 29/4 Sukhumvit 31, Watthana, +66 61 140 0444.

The Crystal Grill House opens as the most glamorous grill house on the river

Opening at Asiatique The Riverfront, steak and seafood lovers need to make their way to the river this month for a fabulous feast at The Crystal Grill House. As its name suggests, the restaurant is really upping the stakes (the steaks?) of a traditional grill house, with a focus on fine cuts of meat prepared on the charcoal-wood-fired Josper Grill and fresh seafood cooked-to-order. The timeless grill house classics can be enjoyed in five elegant private dining pavilions, paired with signature cocktails and fine wines, all against the backdrop of Bangkok’s “river of kings.”

The Crystal Grill House, Asiatique The Riverfront, 2194 Charoen Krung Road, +66 2 059 5999.

The best new menus in Bangkok this February

Kinu by Takagi brings the flavours of Fukuoka to Bangkok

Few know that Bangkok and Fukuoka have been friendship cities for 15 years now. To commemorate this special relationship, Chef Norihisa Maeda and the team at Kinu by Takagi present an exceptional new kaiseki-style dining experience, highlighting some of the finest seasonal ingredients from Fukuoka. Available for lunch or dinner, highlights include the incredibly creamy Buzen Sea Hitotsubu oysters (for the first time in Thailand), melt-in-your-mouth Hakata Wagyu (absolutely phenomenal), Ariake seaweed, Amaou strawberries, and Fuyu persimmon. A truly memorable dining experience for lovers of fine Japanese cuisine, and a beautiful trip of flavours across Fukuoka prefecture. If you’re looking to discover the beauty and intricacies of Japan’s world-renowned produce, this is an exquisite way to start. The special menu is available until 28 February 2023 only.

Kinu by Takagi, 48 Oriental Avenue, Mandarin Oriental, +66 2659 9000.

Acqua Bangkok is now open for both lunch and dinner

We’ve long been lovers of a good lunch set menu, and now one of our favourite Italian fine dining restaurants joins the pack of power lunches in Phloen Chit. The ever-elegant Acqua is now open for lunch, serving up a set lunch (at THB 1500++), as well as the regular a la carte menu between 12-2pm. From Tuesdays to Sundays, you can now tuck in to Chef Alessandro Frau’s beautiful Sardinian creations and enjoy a selection of the famed dinner highlights — especially if you like to be in bed before 8pm.

Acqua Restaurant Bangkok, 16/18 Soi Somkid, Phloen Chid Road, +66 93 612 7000.

Enoteca embraces the seven sins for its new menu

Chef Stefano presents a tantalising new 7-course menu at Enoteca, featuring seasonal ingredients from northern Italy. Mostly hailing from Piemonte, diners can expect everything from Jerusalem artichoke, over to Roccaverano goat cheese and Melanosporum black truffle. So good it must be sinful, the menu is available at THB 3500++, with an additional THB 1900++ for wine pairing.

Enoteca Bangkok, Sukhumvit 27, Watthana, +66 2 258 4386.

FEND is hosting a Rare & Share charity dinner with CLARA and J’AIME

Dine for a good cause this season as the Foundation to Eradicate Neuromuscular Disease (FEND) is teaming up with CLARA and J’AIME to launch a Rare & Share charity dinner. An initiative by Roche Thailand to support and improve the quality of life for rare diseases patients in Thailand, the dinner will see an exclusive menu by Chef Christian Martina of CLARA and Chef Amerigo Sesti of J’AIME. Creative elements will also be put in place at dinner to reflect the struggle and care that is required for patients, in order to spread more awareness of the experience and concerns of those with critical conditions.

The charity dinner will take place on 28 February and 25 April 2023 from 6-8pm at J’AIME Restaurant, and on 26 March and 28 May 2023 from 6-8pm at CLARA Restaurant. For more information contact reserve@jaime-bangkok.com or clara@clarabangkok.com.

The best new restaurants in Bangkok this January

Fuego fuses Spanish and Japanese flavours

You may have never thought this was a thing. Opening at The Taste Thonglor, Fuego is bringing together innovative Spanish and Japanese cuisine to present a fusion tapas menu of sorts. Using Spanish cooking techniques and premium Japanese ingredients, the lively restaurant features everything from tuna ham ‘Jason,’ kani cannelloni, and ebi ajillo, over to wagyu paella, uni pasta, and caviar buns. Extravagant, and utterly indulgent.

Fuego, 231 Sukhumvit Road, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 85 995 2515.

Larb Siab opens atop Jim Thompson Art Center as a hidden drinking food gem

A hot new rooftop hangout has opened in the city, and this time the focus is not on cocktails but on something far more homely: larb skewers. At Larb Siab, spicy Isaan barbecue is in the spotlight, as the alfresco eatery is serving up a selection of skewers alongside local craft beers. Where yakitori gets a Thai spin, and your usual drinking den gets a refreshed ambience, Larb Siab is truly bringing Isaan street food culture to Siam.

Larb Siab, Jim Thompson Art Center, Bangkok, +66 98 361 9389.