What should you order at the Thai restaurant, cafe, or bistro of choice? What Thai dish or cuisine is popular in Bangkok? Our answer is Pad Thai. This iconic stir-fried noodle dish is a must-try, typically made with rice noodles, tofu, shrimp or chicken, bean sprouts, peanuts, and egg, and flavored with tamarind sauce.
If you are looking for a spicy Thai dish with more of a kick, we think the best spicy Thai dish in Bangkok is a creamy and spicy curry made with green curry paste, coconut milk, meat (often chicken or pork), eggplant, and Thai basil.
We reveal what we think are 10 of the best restaurants in Bangkok offering authentic Thai cuisine.
1. Nahm
Located in the COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, which is one of the best luxury hotels in Bangkok. Its most exclusive restaurant called Nahm is renowned for its innovative take on traditional Thai flavors.
For the last six years, Nahm has received a Michelin star and has been ranked in the annual San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna lists of the top 10 restaurants in Asia. The food is a modern take on traditional Thai fare, with strong, fresh flavors, balancing hot and cold, sweet and salty. We think this restaurant offers the best Thai cuisine in Bangkok.
2. Yu Ting Yuan
Yu Ting Yuan is a superb Cantonese restaurant at Four Seasons Bangkok which is one of the best Four Seasons in the world. This restaurant is not to be missed even though it deviates slightly from the Thai food theme.
Both Cantonese and Thai cuisines emphasize the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients. Both cuisines often incorporate a variety of herbs, spices, and vegetables to create vibrant and flavorful dishes served with rice.
Indulge in Cantonese flavors and experience the artistry of Executive Chef Tommy Cheung’s signature tasting menu at Yu Ting Yuan. Watch our chefs prepare Peking duck and dim sum in the show kitchen, or look out the floor-to-ceiling windows to take in the gorgeous backdrop of lush gardens and a shimmering reflection pond, sun-lit by day and illuminated at night.
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3. Issaya Siamese Club
Issaya Siamese Club is set in a charming 100-year-old Thai villa, Issaya Siamese Club offers a contemporary twist on classic Thai dishes. The restaurant’s lush garden setting adds to the enchanting dining experience.
Issaya Siamese Club is the flagship home for internationally renowned Chef Ian Kittichai and incorporates Chef Kittichai’s Thai cuisine and style in a relaxed atmosphere of dining and lounge with a hip garden party vibe – all in a historical 100-year-old Thai villa and its tropical gardens in central Bangkok. From 2014 to 2018, Issaya Siamese Club included in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by S. Pellegrino and Aqua Panna. In 2018-2022, Issaya Siamese Club was listed in the Michelin Plate in the Michelin Guide Bangkok.
4. Paste Bangkok
Paste Bangkok is helmed by chefs Bongkoch “Bee” Satongun and Jason Bailey, Paste Bangkok is celebrated for its refined Thai cuisine. The restaurant sources premium local ingredients to craft dishes that pay homage to Thailand’s culinary heritage.
Paste is an acclaimed Bangkok restaurant that reaches into the depths of Thai history and heritage with recipes inspired by Thai royalty, aristocratic families, and heritage cookbooks. Each dish has been intricately crafted by chef Bongkoch ‘Bee’ Satongun, who was named Asia’s Best Female Chef in 2018.
The result is an exciting blend of passion and innovation, with artistic vision, bold flavors, and warming hospitality, all combining to make Paste one of the Thai capital’s most unique and delicious restaurants.
5. Gaggan
Gaggan is primarily known for its innovative Indian cuisine. Gaggan also offers a “Gaggan Anand Experience” menu that incorporates Thai flavors in inventive and unexpected ways. Chef Gaggan Anand’s culinary creations are a feast for the senses.
Gaggan has revolutionized the fine dining experience. In this analog world of gastronomic theater, each guest embarks on a multisensory odyssey of touch, sound, light, aroma, taste, and the sixth element of surprise. These elements converge to create a culinary masterpiece, a true work of art served with flair and imagination.
6. Supanniga Eating Room
Supanniga Eating Room specializes in traditional Thai comfort food served in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Diners can enjoy dishes inspired by family recipes passed down through generations.
Supanniga Eating Room’s menu draws inspiration from the hometown of Khunyai, encompassing flavors from Trad and Chantaburi provinces with a hint of Isaan influence. Each dish reflects a commitment to premium quality by using only the finest ingredients sourced from seaside towns, such as fish sauce, kapi, dried shrimp, pepper, and salted fish.
The culinary team at Supanniga Eating Room meticulously selects superior ingredients to enhance the traditional recipes, ensuring an unparalleled dining experience. Patrons can savor delicacies like pu jah, a delectable blend of crabmeat and pork seasoned with meticulously crafted Chantaburi pepper, then steamed within a crab shell—a dish requiring careful preparation. Another rare gem on the menu is Khao krieb nahm jim, featuring steamed flat rice noodles dressed in a spicy blend of dried shrimp, a culinary delight seldom found elsewhere.
7. Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin
Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin is located in the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok. Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin offers a contemporary interpretation of Thai cuisine. Chef Henrik Yde-Andersen’s tasting menus showcase innovative techniques and exquisite presentation.
Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin is a beacon of modern Thai dining, renowned for its masterful fusion of tradition and innovation. The name’ Sra Bua,’ meaning ‘lotus pond,’ and ‘Kiin Kiin,’ translating to ‘eating,’ encapsulates the ethos of this esteemed restaurant.
Under the guidance of award-winning Chef Henrik Yde-Andersen, whose culinary expertise originates from the acclaimed Kiin Kiin in Copenhagen, this culinary gem continues to dazzle with inventive interpretations and mastery of Thai flavors. With each dish, Chef Yde-Andersen showcases his brilliance and imaginative approach, ensuring a dining experience that celebrates the rich tapestry of Thai gastronomy.
8. Royal Osha
Royal Osha is a hip and stylish eatery known for its inventive cocktails and flavorful Thai dishes. The menu features street food-inspired plates made with high-quality ingredients.
The restaurant boasts a refined ambiance that seamlessly blends elegant Thai heritage with modern cosmopolitan design. It is a destination where exceptional Thai cuisine intersects with unparalleled atmosphere and flawless service.
Upon arrival, guests are welcomed by a captivating digital projection of Hanuman, a beloved character from the timeless Thai epic “Ramayana,” at the entrance. The front vestibule mirrors the entrance to God Rama’s pavilion, setting the stage for a culinary journey.
Inspired by the grandeur of ancient Thai palaces, the high-ceiling dining hall at Royal Osha is quite something. It exudes sophistication with its dark-tone interior adorned with genuine gold accents. Every corner of the room embodies Thainess, from the shimmering gem-adorned chandelier reminiscent of a Chada headdress to the vibrant mural painting depicting Ramayana stories on the mezzanine floor.
9. Jae Fai
Jae Fai Bangkok is housed in a humble streetside shop-house, Jae Fai is famous for its iconic crab omelet and other seafood delights. The restaurant’s no-frills ambiance and authentic flavors draw locals and tourists alike. Try to book beforehand because Jay Fai’s delectable Thai dishes result in a long queue of people trying to get inside.
10. 57th Street
57th Street at Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit is where Bangkok’s world-famous food culture happens. This Marriott is one of the best Marriott hotels in Bangkok and is also one of the cheapest Marriotts in Bangkok too. This hotel bistro boasts a delicious menu that is inspired by traditional Thai recipes. Visit this Sukhumvit, Bangkok restaurant for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
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