It’s hard not to love brunch in Bangkok. An excuse for day-drinking, a perfect opportunity to splurge and indulge in the city’s finest, and an invitation to a sweet siesta afterwards: really, it’s hard not to love brunch in Bangkok. Here are the best new brunches to try right now.
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The best new brunches to try this November
IGNIV Bangkok debuts a cosy yet refined Sunday brunch
Only once a month, sit back and relax to a Sunday brunch session done in the Swiss style people know and adore IGNIV for. The menu contains Swiss favourites, classic egg dishes, and a soul-soothing array of freshly-baked pastries. A special cocktail menu and extended wine list is also available just for the occasion. If you feel like treating yourself, definitely go for the truffle French toast, pancake tower, and more.
You can find more information at IGNIV Bangkok.
Trader Vic’s new Tiki-themed brunch is more than how far we’ll go
Trader Vic’s new brunch takes us all the way to Polynesia, with the waves crashing the shore, the great food, and the refreshing drinks. Their gorgeous buffet selection now includes the flavours of Polynesia, Hawaii, Asia, and the West Coast. Wherever the good beaches are, the venue will take you there. Don’t forget to grab a frosted Pina Colada to get the mood running high as you vibe along to the live DJ sets.
You can find more information at Trader Vic’s.
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Sunday brunch at the InterContinental Bangkok is back
It’s the highly-anticipated return of Sunday brunches at the InterContinental Bangkok. After all, it’s the first Sunday brunch after their big renovations. Embark on a culinary journey with destinations set to all over the world. Begin with some cheeses and imported Iberico ham, maybe some Thai noodle soup with braised Wagyu, and their signature ravioli truffle cream sauce isn’t to be missed at all costs.
You can find more information at InterContinental Bangkok.
Zuma Bangkok’s newly-renovated venue returns in full swing
Frequent visitors of Zuma Bangkok will have noticed that half of the venue was closed off for quite a while. Now, they’re all done with renovations and back in full swing. The garden area has been fully revamped, the whole place feels like a breath of fresh air, and they also have more rooms for private dining.
Pop by for their acclaimed Sunday brunch, filled with modern takes on Japanese classics. Highlights include their black cod and prawn gyoza, miso-marinated black cod wrapped in hoba leaf, and Japanese wagyu sirloin.
You can find more information at Zuma Bangkok.
Préf Café & Bar specialises in galette
Préf is shortened from “préféré,” which means “favourite” in French. Upon dining at this venue, you may just find a new favourite dish that belongs in all your conversations that day.
Their signature brunch menu is the galette, a savoury crepe made from buckwheat and filled with egg and your preferred toppings. We recommend getting it with salmon dill creme fraiche.
You can find more information at Préf Café & Bar.
Brooks Brunch & Bar opens for homey brunches
When you see a brunch place have one of those thick bacon dishes, you know you’re in good hands. The signature “Brooks’ Plate” is consisted of a thick bacon, smoked salmon, bread, hash browns, tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms and spinach, and sourdough. They also make their own hash browns and sourdough, and everything in the menu screams “homey!”
You can find more information at Brooks Brunch & Bar.
Revisit the Sunday Riviera brunch at Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
Sundays are really for brunch and bubbles, and the seafood platter at ALATi will make the troubles of the week seem to just disappear. The cold cuts and cheese trolleys never disappoint, either, and be sure to get the lobster bisque before anything else.
Main courses we never really got over include the pan-seared Fjord trout, wagyu beef medallion, and Australian lamb chop. Don’t forget to leave some room for desserts.
You can find more information at Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok.
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Mellow Sunday Brunch at The Okura Prestige
Up & Above are famed for their Western and Japanese delicacies, and their Sunday brunch reflects that aspect. Expect premium, fresh seafood on ice including blue crab, tiger prawns, plum scallops, as well as succulent cooked-to-order dishes, such as lobster Thermidor and king crab with black pepper. Apart from those, you can also grab a few bites from the array of cold cuts, slow-cooked sea bass, beef cheek stew, and more.
You can find more information at The Okura Prestige.
El Sabor de Kimpton brunch at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
Música, comida, bebidas—it’s a fiesta. Stock.Room at the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is filled to the brim with Latin flavours and the spirit of fiesta every first Sunday of the month. And they’re not just slapping in a taco station and calling it a Latin brunch, as they’re coming in hot with a full Cuban section, Peru’s Nikkei cuisine, Mexican, Brazilian, Argentine, you name it. You look like you need a chorizo, and everyone’s already over there at the grill.
You can find more information at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok.
Kasnäs 2.0
Kasnäs is back. British-Nordic goodness is back on the menu as Kasnäs “2.0” is in full operation in Lumphini. Their menu assembles the best of Europe in one, and they have you covered whether you’re in the mood for something savoury or sweet. Definitely come for the Nordic gravlax, and stay for the heartwarming duck confit dish, served with honey toast, a poached egg, onion chutney, vegetable medley, and truffle honey sauce.
You can find more information at Kasnäs.
Bruncherton at Public House
Dearest gentle reader, a new social season is upon us, and it just seems that members of the ton are starting to gather at Public House. Modern harmonies are rearranged in classical form, your favourite delicacies are prepared, libations are served—nowhere better to spend the afternoon, enjoying your time with other members as you get away from your family pushing you to the dance every soiree. You might just even catch me at the event.
Yours truly, Lady Whistledown.
You can find more information at Public House.
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AMI Brunch & Bubbles
Brunch and bubbles? Now you’re speaking our language. AMI offers a homey brunch menu—think tarts, toasts, salads, coupled with good drinks both alcohol and non-alcoholic. They have a great selection of natural wines that are perfect to kick back and relax with some company to. If it’s your first time there: they make an absolute killer fried chicken and waffle combo.
You can find more information at AMI Brunch & Bubbles.
Praline Dining Room
Following the success of Café Praline in Sathorn, Praline Dining Room opens on the Thonburi side of Bangkok featuring a hearty brunch menu that has both quality and quantity. Freshly baked pastries, coffees, wines, food—they have it all. While there’s certainly a lot to choose from, we recommend getting started with some croissants, especially the black truffle croissant, and the croissant roll brekkie.
You can find more information at Café Praline.
Soho Pizza’s Sunday Brunch at Cantina Soi 11
Imagine the warm atmosphere at Cantina, but with unlimited pizzas to enjoy. Soho Pizza is taking over Cantina’s kitchen, with an all-you-can-eat deal, an all-you-can-drink deal, live DJs, and more. With New York style pizzas and Italian pastas, it’s how you do Sunday brunch in style. Throw some wine in there, and it’s amore. A la carte Italian menu also available.
You can find more information at Cantina Soi 11.
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Tiva Bangkok launches an East Meets West Sunday brunch
Describing itself as an “Urban Thaittoria,” Tiva Bangkok makes for a scrumptious option to brunch in Silom. Their Sunday brunch will leave you spoiled for choice as you savour signature dishes from different regions of Thailand, along with many Western selections such as Neapolitan-style pizzas, a la minute fresh pasta cooked in a cheese wheel—all available in an all-you-can-eat deal.
You can find more information at Tiva Bangkok.
Mimosa features a Mediterranean, boozy fun brunch
The newly opened Mimosa is offering a brunch sesh with lively vibes and all-you-can-drink deal. From eggs Benedict to full-on charcuterie boards, it’s the place to be right now when you want to catch up with some company over the weekend. The venue is also pet-friendly and very photogenic, so get those cameras and your furry friends ready for a photo opp.
You can find more information at Mimosa Mediterranean Restaurant.
The best new brunches to try this June
Gigi Dining Hall is hosting Granny’s Brunch — Lasagna Session
Gigi Dining Hall’s Granny’s Brunch gets a fun upgrade this month with a special lasagna session on 10 and 11 June 2023. They’ll be serving up all your childhood favourite dishes with a fun twist, from hearty lasagna to giant sharing jars filled with homemade drinks. DJ Cello will also be at the decks to get you in the groove for a fun family outing or catch-up with the crew. Find out more on the event page.
Flareout opens as a hip new brunch spot
Located in Sanam Pao, Flareout has opened as a brunch spot by day, and a bar by night. Between 11am-6pm, diners can enjoy classic burgers, salads, and pastas in this artsy cafe. Don’t know where to start? Go for the Brunch Combo tower, which comes served on a three-tier cake stand. The latter includes pasta, a salad, a ‘sweet bunwich,’ and two iced Americanos.
Flareout Cafe, 212/4 Bangkok, +66 645986665.
The best new brunches to try this May
The Catalan Sunday Brunch at Embassy Room is making Catalonia proud
Chef Ferran Tadeo is doing a twist on the classic Catalan brunch, with a whole lot of sharing dishes and small bites that are packed with flavours. From langostine with artichoke and juice rice to duck breast and foie with px reduction, you’ll find yourself transported to Catalonia in just a few bites. Since it’s an open kitchen, you can also have a chat with the chef and his team about the various delicacies quite new and exciting to the city. The Catalan Sunday Brunch launches on 21 May 2023.
Embassy Room, 9th Floor Park Hyatt Bangkok, 88 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, 02 011 7431
BECCA By Kurōpan is Thonglor’s newest brunch squad addition
From brunch classics to inventive dishes, BECCA has it all. The absolute highlight of the place is definitely their Japanese-style bread. Their signature butter croissant pan will leave you begging for more, and the unbeatable breakfast combo of eggs, bacon, and berries is made from only the best ingredients around. Plus, the venue is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends along.
BECCA By Kurōpan, 39 Phrom Phak Alley, Klongton Nua, Watthana, Bangkok, 088 974 5193
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Sunday Jazz Brunch is the best of both worlds
Seafood on ice, Thai dishes, international creations—you name it. Now, you can enjoy all of that with the sweet sounds of jazz filling the air. The Jazzy Brunch at Sheraton Grande is a treat to all the senses.
Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, 250 Sukhumvit Road, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, 02 649 8888
The best new brunches to try this March
Rang Mahal welcomes a new chef and a new weekend brunch
Rang Mahal Rooftop Indian Restaurant welcomes Chef Amit Kumar as the restaurant’s new Executive Chef. Following stints at The Oberoi New Delhi and Aman Resorts Rajasthan, if the name sounds familiar, it is likely you recognise Chef Amit as the winner of the Iron Chef Thailand 2018. Now, he’s bringing his award-winning skills to Rang Mahal with a series of new Chef Specials. These include Murgh Mussalam (whole chicken stuffed with rice, eggs and spices), Meen Pollichathu (Kerala fish coated with southern masala wrapped in banana leaf), and Champaran Mutton, slow-cooked in a clay pot). You can try all these dishes and more at the newly-launched Saturday and Sunday brunch, priced at THB 1250++ per person.
Rang Mahal, 19 Sukhumvit Soi 19, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 2 261 7050.
The Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit launches an Electronic Sunset Brunch
We bet you never thought about having brunch at sunset. Taking place at Octave Rooftop, the Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit is inviting guests to enjoy a Saturday brunch from 4pm to midnight every week. Located atop the 45th floor, take in the cityscape as you munch on brunch classics, as well as a selection of cocktails. Free-flow packages start at a friendly THB 900++ per person for 2 hours.
Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar, 2 Soi Sukhumvit 57, Watthana, Bangkok, +66 2 797 0000.
N.B.: Due to the rainy season, this brunch is no longer being served. Watch this space as we update you on its return.
YEH Public House serves a cutesy brunch that’s great for ‘gram
If you’re ever around Chatuchak and looking for somewhere to brunch, look no further than YEH Public House. Serving up classic cafe and brunch favourites, from Burrata Truffle Salad to Ricatoni Pulled Pork, and a variety of sweet desserts, head here to ‘Sip & Snap Chill Chill’ and take some very ‘grammable shots under the pink neon light sign.
YEH Public House, 105/1 Thetsaban Songkhro Road, Chatuchak, Bangkok, +66 99 949 8796.
The best new brunches to try this February
Uno Mas is still home to one of the city’s very best champagne brunches
Bangkok is home to many champagne brunches, but there is one that inarguably trumps almost all others. The renowned champagne brunch at Uno Mas is back, bringing a selection of Mediterranean favourites (and incredible seafood on ice) to its 54th floor venue atop Centara Grand at CentralWorld. The three-hour feast takes place from 11.30am to 2.30pm, during which diners can enjoy unlimited flutes of G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Champagne, and tuck into four varieties of oyster, Snow Crab, Maine lobster, Tiger Prawn, Jamon Iberico, lobster sashimi, A5 Kobe beef sashimi, three types of caviar, and so much more. Lavish in every sense of the word, the brunch takes place on every first Sunday of the month, so it’s best you mark your calendar right now.
The next Champagne Brunch at Uno Mas will take place on 12 March 2023. It is priced at THB 4555++.
Uno Mas at Centara Grand at CentralWorld, 999/99 Rama I Road, Pathum Wan, +66 2 100 6255.
Gigi Dining Hall and Gigi Cafe launch new lunch menus packed with Italian favourites
It’s always a good time at Gigi Dining Hall and at Gigi Cafe, its sweet new sister property. This month, both dining venues are adding a few new items to their lunch menu. These include Heart of Burrata with Cured Pork Loin, Tuna Carpaccio, Fennel and Tuna Linguine, Grilled Tuna Fillet, and Grilled Rib-eye, to name a few. Only at Gigi Dining Hall, diners can also order the Lamb Shoulder Rack — a delicacy not to be missed. As for dessert, satisfy your sweet tooth with the newly-launched ‘For My Darlin,’ consisting of a yogurt and white chocolate mousse, blackberry heart, hazelnut cream, baba cake, and berry glaze. Delish.
Gigi Dining Hall & Bar, 4 Sukhumvit 45 Alley, Khlong Toei, +66 2 662 4478. Gigi Cafe, 28 Soi Sukhumvit 19, Watthana, +66 61 995 6060.
Larder adds Japanese touches to their Polish brunch favourites
The fun never stops at Larder, as the home of artisanal bakery and delicatessen has launched yet another new menu. This time highlighting new brunch dishes, the very popular brunch spot has added a series of fun and quirky new items to its repertoire. These include poached egg with cured salmon and ikura (they’re calling it ‘Your EGGcellency,’ because of course), strawberry dumplings, and avocado with rye crackers and poached egg. Our top pick is definitely the CBST with beef tatakki and spinach, a flavourful Japanese-inspired combination that packs a real surprising punch. Generous portion sizes, ambitious flavours, and some really great coffee to suit. Pro tip? Pick up some charcuterie from the fridge up front before you head home, too.
Larder, 31/2 Soi Phrom Chai, Sukhumvit Road 39, Phrom Phong, +66 93 009 4494.
GranMonte Vineyard and Winery is hosting one epic brunch this month
You’re going to have to take a road trip for this one, but we have a feeling it is going to be one to remember. GranMonte Vineyard and Winery is hosting a sparkling Sunday brunch this Sunday 19 February, in collaboration with three renowned chefs. Chef David Thompson of the Michelin-starred Aksorn, Chef Som Jutamas Theantae of Som’s Table Hua Hin, and Chef Noon Nelson Chantrawn of the Michelin-starred Chim by Siam Wisdom Bangkok will be cooking up a storm together with The Gardener Khao Yai. Diners will get to enjoy wines in the vineyard, take part in harvesting grape activities and games, get a personalised wine bottle, and enjoy the brunch with unlimited sparkling.
The special Chefs’ Harvest Brunch will take place on Sunday 19 February at Vincotto by GranMonte restaurant at GranMonte Vineyard and Winery. Other Sunday Harvest Brunches will also take place on 26 February, 5 March, and 12 March 2023. It is priced at THB 2890++ per adult, and THB 1990++ for children under 20 years of age.
GranMonte Vineyard and Winery, 52 Moo 9, Payayen Pansuk-Kudkla Street, Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima, +66 92 806 7755.
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