A reflection of the city itself, Bangkok’s gastronomic scene is vibrant and multifaceted, spanning beloved street food, like Jay Fai’s crab omelette and Thipsamai’s pad thai, to Michelin-starred tasting menus at fine dining destinations like Sühring and Haoma.
This is just one reason why Bangkok ranks among the best food cities in the world. Yet the city’s real culinary charm lies between these extremes, in thoughtful concepts blending Thai traditions with contemporary creativity. From eclectic supper clubs and architecturally arresting brunch spots – and a vibey bar celebrating Thai culture – these off-the-radar establishments are definitely worth seeking out on your next visit.
Khao San Sek
Chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij gives full rein to her Thai roots at this refined restaurant set in a restored Chinese shophouse. The concept was shaped by a journey across Thailand to explore the essence of Thai gastronomy, which was distilled into five ingredients: coconut, fish sauce, chilli, palm sugar and rice. These are reimagined in inventive dishes like mackerel with seven kinds of rice and Thai sweet chilli with pork stuffing and red curry.
Location: 1121-1123 Song Wat Road, Samphanthawong
