Highlights of Bangkok Restaurants
Fine Dining & Michelin-Starred
- Sorn – Specializing in Southern Thai cuisine; first restaurant in Thailand to receive three Michelin stars in the 2025 Guide. Located on Sukhumvit Soi 26. Wikipedia
- Bangkok has many Michelin-recommended restaurants: Sühring, Krua Apsorn (Dusit), and over 20 others. MICHELIN Guide
- Featured in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, Bangkok stands out as a global fine-dining hub. The Week+1
Local Favorites & Flavorful Classics
From EatingThaiFood.com’s round-up: eatingthaifood.com- Soei (ร้านเส่ย) – Bold, intense Thai flavors by a former rugby player-turned-chef.
- Ran Gaeng Pa Sriyan (ร้านแกงป่า ศรีย่าน) – Known for spicy jungle curry and other fiery Thai dishes.
- Khao Tom Bawon (ข้าวต้มบวร) – Comforting Thai “souped-up” rice porridge and stir-fried dishes.
- Mit Ko Yuan (ร้านมิตรโกหย่วน) – Thai-Chinese classics and superb tom yum goong.
- Yusup Pochana (ยูซุปโภชนา) – Halal Thai Muslim cuisine: curries, khao mok, goat stew.
- Lan Ruam Dtai (ร้านรวมใต้) – Southern Thai curries and seafood specialties.
- Zong Pet Paloe (ซ้งเป็ดพะโล้) – Known for braised duck and rich, savory dishes.
- Heng Chun Seng (ร้าน เฮ้งชุนเส็ง) – Beef fire pot specialty.
- Pad Thai Thip Samai (ผัดไทยทิพย์สมัย / “Ghost Gate Pad Thai”) – Famous and iconic Pad Thai. eatingthaifood.com
Where Locals Eat Now (2024–25)
From Hot Thai Kitchen’s “Where to Eat in Bangkok According to Locals”: Hot Thai Kitchen- Street Food / Food Districts:
- Mall Food Courts (e.g. Siam Paragon)
- Song Wat Road (Chinatown area): hip cafés, river-side snacks
- Banthat Thong Road: funky street food & lines for places like Jeh-O for tom yum noodles
- Sit-down / Street-side Restaurants:
- Ruen Mallika – Royal Thai in traditional setting and attire
- Charmgang (ชามแกง) – “Fancy rustic” Thai curry shop with elevated ingredients
- Phed Phed (เผ็ด เผ็ด) – Som Tum / Isan style fare
- Yim Yim (ยิ้มยิ้ม ภัตตาคาร) – Century old Teochew Chinese-Thai cuisine
- Baibua ร้านใบบัว – Northern Thai curry counter
- Steve Cafe & Cuisine – River-view with spicy classics
- White Flower Factory (ครัวดอกไม้ขาว) – Thai desserts & café vibes
- Iam Pochana (เอี่ยมโภชนา) – Hot pot & BBQ street-style
- Supanniga Eating Room – Traditional Thai with a view
- Kungthong Seafood (กุ้งทอง) – Seafood specialties
- Thong Smith Boat Noodles – Classic boat-noodle shops
- Methavalai Sorndaeng – Historic, Michelin-sainted institution
- Thanying – Royal Thai cuisine
- Ruay Mitr – Rice porridge culture in action
- Hiso Curry Rice Pa Aew – Seafood rice & humble street vibes
Classic Spots & Old-school Cafés
- On Lok Yun – Retro breakfast café (Charoen Krung / Wang Burapha). Popular for simple dishes like French toast & kaya toast, and serving since its early days. Wikipedia
YouTube Food Videos
Here are some video links that showcase Bangkok’s diverse food scene—clickable and ready to watch:- Where You Should Eat in Bangkok According to a Pro Chef (Condé Nast Traveler)
▶ Watch on YouTube YouTube - 13 Places to EAT in Bangkok | BANGKOK FOOD TRIP 4D3N
▶ Watch on YouTube YouTube - 3 Days in Bangkok Thailand – Best Thai Food, Cafe Hopping
▶ Watch on YouTube YouTube - BEST FOOD tour in Bangkok, Thailand
▶ Watch on YouTube YouTube - Where to Eat in Bangkok! Best Restaurants & Rooftop Bars
▶ Watch on YouTube YouTube - Inside Asia’s Best Restaurant – Le Du in Bangkok
▶ Watch on YouTube YouTube - BANGKOK Street Food Tour – WE ATE ALL THIS THAI
▶ Watch on YouTube YouTube - Ultimate BANGKOK FOOD TOUR – Jay Fai, Suda, Jok Prince + ...
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Quick Summary Table
| Type | Restaurant / Location | Notes & Why Go |
|---|---|---|
| Michelin 3-Star | Sorn | Southern Thai, critically acclaimed |
| Michelin Picks | Sühring, Krua Apsorn, etc. | High-quality and diverse selections |
| Fine Dining (Global) | Featured in World’s 50 Best | Elevating Bangkok’s fine dining scene |
| Bold, Local Thai | Soei, Ran Gaeng Pa Sriyan | Intense flavors, spicy curries |
| Comfort & Classics | Pad Thai Thip Samai, Khao Tom Bawon, etc. | Iconic dishes & casual vibes |
| Street Food Areas | Song Wat Rd, Banthat Thong Rd, etc. | Eat like locals, explore regional street flavors |
| Royal / Heritage Thai | Ruen Mallika, Methavalai Sorndaeng, Thanying | Traditional settings, cultural dining |
| Seafood & Curries | Kungthong, Charmgang, Hiso Curry Rice | Rustic yet refined Thai dishes |
| Breakfast / Café Nostalgia | On Lok Yun | Vintage café with retro breakfast treats |
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