Bangkok - City Guide

 

NEW SPOTS

Nobu / Sophisticated sushi and flavors in a chic setting. The world's highest and largest Nobu restaurant, nestled on the top three floors of The Empire in the heart of Thailand's vibrant capital / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saint Louis / Sathorn

Sarnies & Friends at The Corner House / A new concept by Sarnies. Great coffee, dedicated café menu, blending art, community, and culinary innovation to create unforgettable experiences / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi 

 

HOTELS / ACCOMMONDATION

Four Seasons Hotel, Chao Phraya River / A Riverside urban resort in the heart of Bangkok / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn (Along Chao Phraya River)

Capella Bangkok / No.1 Best Hotel in Bangkok / BTS: Saphan Taksin / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn (Along Chao Phraya River)

Mandarin Oriental Hotel / Thai-style luxury along the river / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak (Along Chao Phraya River)

The Standard / Located in one of the most iconic buildings in the city, the 155-room hotel is already a landmark / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

The Siam / Step into your private urban sanctuary; a stunning, luxury hotel, replete with exquisite art & antiques and set amidst 3 acres of lush gardens on the Chao Phraya River / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / Dusit (Along Chao Phraya River)

Kempinski Hotel Siam / Located in the heart of Bangkok close to Siam Paragon, the premier shopping mall, offer 397 rooms and suites. The ultimate European luxury experience with warm Thai touches / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / BTS: Ratchadamri or Chit Lom / Siam

Kempinski Hotel Sindhorn / Discover the perfect balance of luxury and wellness in the heart of Bangkok / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / BTS: Ratchadamri or Siam / Sindhorn

Park Hyatt Bangkok / Thai experience, reflecting the country’s rich culture and legendary gracious hospitality. In the heart of Bangkok with direct access to Central Embassy, a world-class luxury mall / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / BTS: Phloen Chit / Sukhumvit

SO Bangkok / Style, elegance and unique view over Lumphini Park / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

The Sukhothai / Thai-style luxury / 5 star luxury / Value: Expensive / MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

Siri Sala / If you have a big budget and it's privacy you're after, Siri Sala is just the ticket. This five-bedroom villa, located along the quaint Bangkok Noi canal across the river from the Grand Palace, only opens to one party (of up to 12 guests) at a time / Private luxury villa / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Value: Expensive / Bangkok Noi

Passa Hotel / Great location, outdoor swimming pool, rooftop and a nice quiet area / Value: Moderately / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

Loy La Long / This unique boutique hotel is located in an old Chinese Family House / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Value: Moderately / Chinatown

The Mustang Blu / A former bank building in Bangkok's Chinatown, this taxidermy-studded boutique hotel feels like a film set / Value: Moderately / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Bā Hào / Cozy little Chinese restaurant and bar with two rooms upstairs. Book via airbnb / Value: Moderately / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Josh Hotel / A stylish hotel located in the heart of Ari Bangkok / Value: Affordable / BTS: Ari / Ari

Furama Silom / Great location, but only book their business rooms on the two upper floors / Value: Affordable / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

 

BAKERIES

La Cabra Bakery / Located in the buzzing Silom district of Bangkok. Bringing Scandinavian style of baking to Thailand since 2021 / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom 

Cafe Madeline at Four Seasons Hotel, Chao Phraya River / Enjoy fresh-back treats, beautiful cakes and aromatic brews / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

Sarnies Sourdough / Using French flour as a key ingredient, this bakery showcases its desserts in an organic, rustic style / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak

Butter Bakery / A charming little bakery / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

 

BREAKFAST / BRUNCH

Chenin / Highly recommended. They wear many hats — you will find tasty coffee, breakfast, lunch, pop-up with world-renowned chefs and joyful nature wine / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Pridi / Pridi’s mid-century home transforms into a chic coffee house / Value: Moderately / BTS: Ekkamai / Watthana 

Polli’s / Honest food and good coffee. Try the “Crispy French Toast with Caramelized Banana” / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Toby’s / The Sukhumvit branch offers a green and wide space so you might eat and feel the sunshine in this place / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phloen Chit + Ekkamai / Sukhumvit 

Nam Heng Li / Kaya toast Thai milk tea and eggs / Value: Affordable / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Wat Sommanat (near Chinatown) 

Hia Tai Kee / A traditional Bangkok shophouse-style coffee shop, little changed from when it opened in 1952 / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Phra Nakhon

 

ALL DAY DINING

Sarnies Sukhumvit / Coffee, delicious breakfast and lunch, and in the evening they serve sourdough pizza. Everything is well prepared / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Roast / Roast is a casual all-day eatery serving up hearty and comforting dishes / Value: Moderately / BTS: Thong Lor + Chit Lom + Phrom Phong / Thong Lor + EmQuartier + Central World

Rangoon Tea House / A modern Burmese tea house in the heart of the city. Rangoon Tea House is a celebration of the cities cultural history and culinary diversity / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

 

THAI RESTAURANTS / STREET FOOD

Lonlon - Local Diner / A trendy restaurant with locals and tourists that serves good Thai food at very fair prices / Open for lunch and dinner (sometimes closed on weekends, check out their website) / Value: Moderately / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

Charmgang / A restaurant by the former kitchen team of Nahm. Highly recommended / Open for dinner and lunch as well on weekends / Value: Moderately / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

Charmkrung / Thai bites & Wine bar. Same owner as Charmgang, smaller dishes / Value: Moderately / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

Sumtom Der / A spicy journey - Incredibly good chicken wings and som tom (green papaya salad). Thai Issan kitchen / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Moderately / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

Jai Rad Na Noodle / Street Food / Amazing Pad See Ew, try it! / Open for dinner only (closed Sunday) / Value: Affordable / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

The Local Canteen / Currently closed, will open with new concept in the near future / Value: Affordable / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

Som Tam Jay So / Street Food / Som Tam Jay So is a very popular Isaan restaurant with main focus on som tom (green papaya salad) / Open for lunch only (closed Sunday) / Value: Affordable / BTS: Chong Nonsi + Sala Daeng / Silom

Phra Nakhon at Capella Bangkok / Authentic Thai cuisine in a sun washed, contemporary setting on the banks of the Chao Phraya River / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

Nai Ek Roll Noodles / Street Food / Amazing noodle soup with crispy pork! / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Affordable / MRT: Wat Mangkon / Chinatown

Kuay Jab Mr. Joe / Street Food / Amazing noodle soup with crispy pork! / Open daily from 7.30am – 16.30pm / Value: Affordable / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

Saawaan / Saawaan serves a seasonal 11-course tasting menu with each dish representing a technique or concept commonly found in traditional Thai cooking / Fine Dining / Open for dinner only / Value: Expensive / BTS: Chong Nonsi + MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

Issaya Siamese Club / Pick from an ever-evolving market menu of delicious Thai flavours or signature dishes such as lamb shank massaman curry and jasmine flower flan, made with blooms fresh from the garden / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Expensive / MRT: Khlong Toei / Sathorn

Baan Padhthai / Charming little Thai restaurant. Can recommend their small dishes and desserts. Their Pad Thai is nothing special despite the name of the place / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Moderately / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak

Baan Somtum / A recommended authentic restaurant in Bangkok, Thai Issan kitchen / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Moderately / BTS: Saint Louis + Neither MRT or BTS nearby + Ekkamai / Sathorn + Bang Rak + Sukhumvit

Sri Trat / Sri Trat serves authentic Eastern Thai food. The cuisine is well balanced, with a mixture of salty, sour, sweet and spicy / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit 

Small Dinner Club / Thai cuisine, pulled apart, questioned and reimagined / Open for dinner only / Value: Expensive / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Fine Dining / Chaorenkrung

Laab Ubon Kontrakran / Opens at 4pm and closes first at 3am at night. A place where many locals eat after they have finished the day's work at, for example, bars and restaurants / Open for dinner only / Value: Moderately / BTS: Surasak / Sathorn

Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin at Kempinski Hotel / Inspired by its sister restaurant, Copenhagen's Kiin Kiin, Sra Bua is one of Bangkok’s original purveyors of modern, innovative Thai cuisine / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Expensive / BTS: Ratchadamri or Chit Lom / Siam

Nahm / Every dish displays Chef Pim’s creativity and attention to detail, with her passion for authentic Thai flavours / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner (closed Monday and Tuesday) / Value: Expensive / MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

Vilas / Their seasonal menu here is themed around different regions of Thailand, while expertly combining imported European produce with local ingredients / Fine Dining / Open for dinner only (closed Monday) / Value: Expensive / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

Aksorn / Inspired by Thai cookbook authors from the 40s and 50s, Aksorn is a Michelin Star Restaurant & Rooftop Bar by Chef David Thompson / Fine Dining / Open for dinner only / Value: Expensive / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Bang Rak

Jay Fai / Street Food / Legendary Thai chef Jay Fai is still stirring the pots even in her mid-seventies at Raan Jay Fai, Bangkok’s only Michelin-star street food restaurant. The crab omelet deserves its Michelin star status and hefty price tag, but unless you have a reservation, expect very long lines / Open from 9am – 19.30pm (closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday) / Value: Moderately / MRT: Sam Yot / Khao San Area (Samran Rat)

Khao Tom Jay Suay / Street Food / One of the most authentic kinds of street food in Bangkok is khao tom, a rice soup or porridge you eat with lots of à la carte dishes / Open for dinner only / Value: Affordable / MRT: Wat Mangkon / Chinatown

Ega Luv Seafood / Songwat / This new seafood restaurant is by the same masterminds behind Ega. You could have crab lump omelette (B950) or chilli oil fried prawn (B390) which present Thai flavours. Flowers and neon lights in this restaurant also fit the history of this area on Song Wat Road / Open daily from 8am – 10pm  / Value: Affordable / MRT: Wat Mangkon / Chinatown

Krua Apsorn / This family-run stall is inevitably a hit with anyone who eats here, including patrons such as the Thai royal family / Value: Affordable / MRT: Sam Yot / Khao San Area (Samran Rat)

Thai Niyom / Hidden in the shadow of skyscrapers is this gem of a restaurant, which got its start serving family recipes, but now offers an array of Thai cuisine from Chiang Mai to Hat Yai. It is a great place to sample delicious Thai cooking from every region on the same table / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phloen Chit + Ekkamai / Sukhumvit

Por. Pochaya / For over half a century, unwavering quality and rare dishes have kept loyal fans visiting this traditional Thai-Chinese spot, which is now run by the third generation of the same family / Open daily from 9am – 1pm / Value: Affordable / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Phra Nakhon

Pad Thai Fai Ta Lu / Their signature dish features nicely char-grilled pork loin slices atop savoury Pad Thai. Another recommendation is the Pad Thai with fresh prawns, stir-fried in their shell for sweet, delicious meat / Value: Affordable / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Phra Nakhon

Janhom / Aunty Paew has been serving intense southern Thai cuisine for over 20 years, using daily fresh ingredients to inform a changing menu / Value: Affordable / Far Away

Somsak Pu Ob (Charoen Rat) / This cart serves some of the best steamed crabs or prawns on glass noodles at wallet-friendly prices. Make sure you stir the noodles to soak up the tasty juices. It has a few branches, but this is where it all started. Come early or the wait will be long / BTS: Wongwain Yai / Value: Affordable / Khlong San

Jay Jia Yentafo / For 30+ years, office workers have been making a beeline to Jay Jia Yentafo for their eponymous pink-noodle soup and legendary homemade shrimp balls. The soup packs a knockout combination of shrimp, fish, fish sticks and fried wontons and explodes in sour and spicy notes / Value: Affordable / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Talad Noi

Somtum Khun Kan / The menu offers a wide variety of mostly Isan dishes along with a few from other areas of Thailand. Try the juicy grilled pork shoulder with honey and herbs, followed by their signature sweet sticky rice with mango for dessert. Live music adds to the atmosphere on Friday-Sunday evenings / Value: Affordable / Far Away

Ann Tha Din Daeng / For over two decades, this restaurant has been serving seafood here in Little China Town, an area whose streets are lined by vendors. The array of mouthwatering dishes on offer captures local savour. The popular stir-fried prawn with salt and pepper boasts a blend of savoury and slightly salty flavours. The clams with sweet chilli paste and Thai basil is another standout dish – the paste adds a hint of sweetness that complements the Thai basil aroma perfectly / Value: Affordable / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Khlong San

โฌณ Choen Restaurant / Fire is essential to perfecting the menu at Choen, the latest addition to the impressive dining options on Soi Nana in Yaowarat. For its introduction menu, Chef Mew Mesaengrilverakul and her team took inspiration from the street fare that abound in Chinatown, but present them in different ways without compromising the original flavors / Reservations Only / Value: Expensive / MRT: Wat Mangkon / Chinatown

Rung Rueang Pork Noodle (Left Shop) / Specializing in the quintessential pork tom yum noodles, Rung Rueang Pork Noodle (Left Shop) is a must-visit for noodle enthusiasts. The highly recommended dish is rice vermicelli (sen mee), served tom yum style, without broth (hang). This spot offers a unique culinary experience with its special focus on pork soup noodles / Open daily from 8.30am – 20.30pm / Value: Affordable / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Baan E-sarn Muangyos / Is a casual dining spot, popular for its Som Tam salad. Frequented by restaurant professionals after hours, it's a local favorite. With a relaxed atmosphere and a focus on traditional dishes, it's a place where you can enjoy regular meals / Value: Affordable / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Hoy Kraeng Pa Jeen (The Cockle Bar) / Located along Soi Texas (road) in Bangkok’s Chinatown, Hoy Kraeng Pa Jeen (หอยแครงป้าจิน) has been open and selling blood cockles, from a street food cart set up with bar counter seating, for over 40 years / Value: Affordable / MRT: Wat Mangkon / Chinatown

Aunglo by Yangrak / Aunglo presents modern Thai fare inspired by street food culture using an ancient Thai charcoal stove, or aunglo. Presented in a Japanese izakaya style, the counter bar faces an open kitchen / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

Jae Hmoy Kia / A beloved family-run gem with 50 years of history. Enjoy local congee topped with fresh pork and Crispy Pa Tong Ko (Chinese dough fritters) / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

 

LUNCH / DINNER

Mott 32 at The Standard / Mott 32 Bangkok, an award-winning Chinese restaurant located in Bangkok city centre offering authentic Chinese cuisine / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Expensive / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

Zuma at St. Regis / Experience modern Japanese izakaya style of dining at Zuma. Zuma's signature menus & drinks served at our beautiful terrace & restaurant / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Expensive / BTS: Ratchadamri / Siam

Chop Chop Cook Shop / Cookshops were the main style of restaurant in Bangkok from the 1930s, a blend of Teochew, Hakka, Hokkien cuisines with a smattering of English colonial dishes cooked by Hainanese cooks / Open for dinner and lunch as well on weekends (closed Monday and Tuesday) / Value: Moderately / MRT: Wat Mangkon / Chinatown

Restaurant Sühring / At Sühring, twin chefs Matthias and Thomas have created a modern German tasting menu inspired by family recipes, childhood memories and travel experiences / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner (closed Monday and Tuesday) / Value: Expensive / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Sathorn

Ojo Terrance at The Standard Hotel / Thailand's highest restaurant, Ojo sets the scene with glamorous design, creative Mexican cuisine and 360-degree views from the outdoor terrace / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Expensive / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

Yu Ting Yuan at Four Seasons Hotel, Chao Phraya River / Immerse yourself in the world of Cantonese flavours 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 / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

Sushi Saito at Four Seasons Hotel, Chao Phraya River / Sushi Saito is the sister branch of the renowned Tokyo restaurant by Chef Takashi Saito / Fine Dining / Open for lunch and dinner (closed Monday) / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

Ocken / Run by the folks behind Roast, one of Bangkok's best longstanding breakfast eateries and Roots, its earliest and foremost gourmet coffee roasters, Ocken is an eclectic nouvelle eatery that mainly does dinner / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Expensive / BTS: Surasak / Sathorn

Le Normandie at Mandarin Oriental Hotel / Bangkok’s first fine dining destination. French cuisine / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak (Along Chao Phraya River) 

Saigon Recipe / They carefully select ingredients, including rice wrappers and noodles from Vietnam, to create flavourful rice and noodle dishes, salads and rolls / Value: Moderately / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Rockmen 69men / This unique eatery, Rockmen 69men, serves only 69 bowls of their special ramen each day, split between lunch and dinner. Their menu includes two standout varieties, the Shoryu and Shio ramen, which are crafted with exceptional ingredients and are highly recommended by visitors. It's important to note that the restaurant operates on a first-come, first-served basis, with a queue system in place, so it's suggested to arrive early and write your name in the book outside / Value: Moderately / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Prachak (Roasted Duck) / Is known for its famed roasted duck that attracts both locals and tourists alike. Operating since 1909, it has been consistently delivering good food, with the crispy pork belly and the Wonton soup being other house favorites. However, it's worth noting that the duck may run out after 5.30pm, so it's recommended to arrive early / Open daily from 8.30am – 20.30pm / Value: Affordable / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak

Din Tai Fung at Central Embassy / Awarded one Michelin Star and ranked as one of the world’s Top Ten Best Restaurants by The New York Times, Din Tai Fung has its roots dating back to Taiwan more than 40 years ago, and has built a reputation based on its exquisite signature dish “Steamed Pork Dumplings” or “Xiao Long Baos” which traditionally contains minced pork wrapped in a delicate dough skin, which is then pleated, twisted at the top and steamed / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phloen Chit / Sukhumvit

Fatboy Izakaya / Chitlom’s Fatboy brings the lively Japanese Izakaya vibe to the bustling shopping district / BTS: Ekkamai / Ekkamai

Birdies / An upscale dining experience where a produce-driven menu meets fancy, tasty fried chicken. A true hidden gem that leaves you feeling nostalgic / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

 

LUNCH ONLY

Ten Suns / This popular old town stand sells legendary braised beef noodles soup; choose from multiple juicy, slow-cooked cuts like cheek, tongue, tendon, shoulder and shank – or go for the mixed beef option / Value: Affordable / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Phra Nakhon

No Name Noodle / This unique noodle spot specializes in serving just 35 meticulously crafted bowls per day, making each visit a special experience. The seven-seater counter offers an intimate view of Chef Shin's skillful preparation of two main options: Tokusei Shio Soba and Tokusei Kombusui Tsuke Soba. To secure a bowl, it's recommended to call at 9am on the desired visit date due to the high demand for these limited daily servings / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

 

DINNER ONLY

Nobu / Sophisticated sushi and flavors in a chic setting. The world's highest and largest Nobu restaurant, nestled on the top three floors of The Empire in the heart of Thailand's vibrant capital / Value: Expensive / BTS: Saint Louis / Sathorn

Chenin / Chenin is a Coffee, Wine Bar & Restaurant tucked away in an old townhouse in Sukhumvit 31. They host rotating guest chef on a weekly basis. Highly recommended / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Gaa / Gaa is a Modern Indian fine dining restaurant situated in a traditional Thai house in the heart of Bangkok / Fine Dining / Open for dinner and lunch as well on weekends / Value: Expensive / BTS: Thong Lor / Sukhumvit

Eat Me / Though hidden in a side soi, Eat Me is hardly a secret. Since 1998, it has been known for carefully cooked dishes that join global influences with local flavours / Open for dinner only / Value: Expensive / BTS: Sala Daeng / Silom

El Willy Kitchen / “el Willy” cuisine focuses on Spanish traditional, contemporary tapas & rice with a fun twist. We call it “Sexy Tapas Cuisine”. / Value: Moderately / BTS: Ekkamai / Watthana 

Delia / Renowned Australian Chef Shane Delia bring his innovative Middle Eastern cuisine to Bangkok / Brunch Friday to Sunday 11am — 15pm / Value: Moderately / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

PrumPlum Stand / Umeshu Bar & Japanese Dining in Talad Noi / DM for reservation / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

That Fat Kid Buddy / Elevated comfort food with bits and pieces from a 90s-kid childhood memories. From supermarket sauces, chines hawkers, instant noodles and Thai street eats, to fine-french cuisine, Korean BBQ, and Sushi bar / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Sathorn

 

MICHELIN / FINE DINING

Please see THAI RESTAURANTS / STREET FOOD, LUNCH / DINNER & DINNER ONLY

 

STEAKS

 

SUSHI

Please see LUNCH / DINNER

 

GREEN SPOTS / HEALTHY

Pimp My Salad Bangkok / Bangkok's hottest salad bar. Real food that's nutrient-dense and jam-packed with flavour / Value: Moderately / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

 

PIZZA

Peppina / Peppina opened back in the August of 2014 with the goal of becoming the first true Neapolitan pizza restaurant in Bangkok / Open for lunch and dinner / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Sarnies Sourdough / Sourdough pizza / Value: Moderately / BTS: Saphan Taksin + Phrom Phong / Bang Rak + Sukhumvit

MAD PIZZA / New fancy pizza place / Value: Moderately / BTS: Ekkamai / Ekkamai

 

BURGERS

Sweet Pista Bangkok at Warehouse 30 / This is not a burger place as such, but their burgers are really good / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

 

SWEET TREATS

Mae Varee Mango Sticky Rice / Here, the local mangoes present themselves in the most beautiful way in their offer for a perfect mango sticky rice / Open from morning to evening / Value: Affordable / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lo

Tea Lounge at Capella Bangkok / Celebrate the timeless traditions of Asian tea culture and handcrafted delicacies / Value: Moderately / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

Cafe Madeline at Four Seasons Hotel, Chao Phraya River / Enjoy fresh-back treats and aromatic brews / Value: Moderately / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

Tempered Cooperatives / Driven by people who are truly passionate about chocolate. Using only the best cacao beans sourced from local Thai farmers, each and every bean is hand selected to ensure the highest consistency and quality are achieved / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phloen Chit / Lumpini

Wallflowers Café / Hidden & Vintage Flower-Themed Cafe With Full Display Of Cakes, Near Yaowarat Chinatown / Value: Moderately / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Brassica Doughnuts / Doughnuts / BTS: Ekkamai / Ekkamai

 

ICE CREAM

Rintaro / Japanese Ice Cream. Carefully selected fruits and ingredients. No sugar but honey. Fresh baked waffle / BTS: Ari + Phrom Phong + Ratchadamri or Chit Lom + Phra Khanong + Saphan Taksin / Ari + Sukhumvit + Siam Paragon + Sukhumvit + Riverside

Kyo Roll En / Kyo Roll En, with its unique 'Kyoto Lifestyle Cafe' concept, presents the very best in aesthetics of Kyoto lifestyle and Japanese contemporary dessert / BTS: Chit Lom + Phrom Phong + Phloen Chit / Siam Paragon + Central World + Central Embassy

Thank you Cup / Soft serve / BTS: Chit Lom / Siam Paragon

 

COFFEE

Pridi / Pridi’s mid-century home transforms into a chic coffee house / BTS: Ekkamai / Sukhumvit

La Cabra / First Scandinavian coffee roaster in Thailand Talad Noi / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi 

La Cabra Bakery / First Scandinavian coffee roaster in Thailand Talad Noi / Silom 

Roots / Roots is a coffee pioneer with a focus on Thai coffee and all the people involved / Many Locations

Chenin / Highly recommended. They wear many hats — you will find tasty coffee, breakfast, lunch, pop-up with world-renowned chefs and joyful nature wine / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Mother Roaster / A café helmed by 70-year-old Pim, better known as the grandmother who is also a barista / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

Sarnies Bangkok / Popular coffee bar with light dishes / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak 

Sarnies Roastery / Great coffee bar with light dishes / BTS: Phloen Chit / Sukhumvit

Sarnies & Friends at The Corner House / A new concept by Sarnies. Great coffee, dedicated café menu, blending art, community, and culinary innovation to create unforgettable experiences / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi 

Behind The Bar / Cozy small coffee shop on the way to the Weekend Market / BTS: Ha Yaek Lat Phrao / Chatukhak

Akirart Cafe Studio / One-Of-A-Kind interior / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Koble Coffee / A micro roasters focus on flavor & transparency / Far away / Saphan Sung

% Arabica / The World’s highest % Arabica branch, staged in front of high windows overlooking a stunning skyline. Chemex glassware pieces cascade like waves over the counter, reflecting the softly illuminated ceiling. You can enjoy the crisp aroma of our coffee while / BTS: Saint Louis / Sathorn

Jeen Coffee Bar / In the heart of Chinatown you will find this stylish coffee bar / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chinatown

One Ounce for Onion / Fine made coffee & crafted donut from @BrassicaDoughnuts / BTS: Ekkamai / Ekkamai

RW Coffee and Wine / The newly opened café with minimal cozy vibes at Ekkamai neighborhood / BTS: Ekkamai / Ekkamai

 

THE / MATCHA

Shersanctuary / Sip healing teas & immerse yourself in a peaceful atmosphere / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

MTCH / Matcha bar that specializes in premium single-origin matcha / BTS: Phrom Phong + Ari / Sukhumvit + Ari 

Citizen Tea Canteen / An artisanal tea house that’s located in a discreet alley in Talad Noi. The establishment breathes new life into the old Chinese café culture (called “kopi”), but also celebrates the traditional Thai milk tea / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

REN - Cafe & Goods / Matcha, coffee, and dessert café / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

 

WINE

m a l a / Cute little wine bar / Only open during the weekend / Natural Wine / Value: Moderately / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

Chenin / Specialize in serving a curated selection of natural wines from around the world / Natural Wine / Value: Moderately / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Madi / Small cozy combined coffee and wine bar / Natural Wine / Value: Moderately / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

Mod Kaew Wine Bar / Amazing wine list if you like funky natural wines / Natural Wine / Value: Moderately / BTS: Saint Louis / Bang Rak

Salon Kiku / Sound Room & Wine Bar / Natural Wine / Value: Moderately / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

No Bar Wine Bar / wine bar & shop for the people of bangkok ever shifting wine selections & kitchen magic / BTS: Ari / Ari

 

COCKTAILS

BKK Social Club at Four Seasons Hotel at Chao Phraya River / Glamour of Latin America with bespoke cocktails and craft spirits in a stylish, social ambience. Super award-winning cocktail bar and maybe the best bar in Thailand. Highly recommended / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

F*nkytown / Located in the heart of Bangkok’s bustling Phrom Phong. F*nkytown serve up a creatively curated food menu alongside its signature drinks. Rooftop on the 5th floor and DJ on Friday and Saturday evenings from 9pm. Highly recommended / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Stella at at Capella Bangkok / Elegant cocktail salon by the Chao Phraya River. A spirited odyssey into the Old Siam / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Sathorn

The Bamboo Bar at Mandarin Oriental Hotel / Live Jazz & Blues Bar. From its modest start in 1953, The Bamboo Bar has evolved into a celebrated Bangkok institution, drawing jazz enthusiasts from around the world. This iconic spot, Bangkok's first jazz venue, retains its sensual 1950s ambience. Sunday only piano from 8pm, Monday and Tuesday piano from 8pm + singer from 9pm, Wednesday piano from 8pm + bass/singer from 9pm, Thursday piano from 8pm + saxophone/singer from 9pm, Friday and Saturday piano from 8pm and full band from 9pm / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak

Bar Us / The space is designed to offer an immersive and memorable cocktail journey. With a blend of modern flavours and timeless ingredients / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

LIME by Us / Modern Tropical Cocktails, next door @BarUs / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Messengerservice Bar / Location in the heart of charming old town area. Located on 3rd floor of Baan Trok Tua Ngork, the over 100 years old heritage / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Villa Frantzén Cocktail Bar / Villa Frantzén Cocktail Bar is a modern Nordic cocktail bar with Asian influences / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Sathorn

008 Bar at Muu Bangkok Hotel / Take the lift to the 11th floor to discover one of the city’s hottest drinks tickets / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Eat Me / Beautiful spot for a drink / BTS: Sala Daeng / Silom

Vesper / Vesper is an award-winning cocktail bar, servieng you serious cocktails / BTS: Sala Daeng / Silom

Last Call Bar / Enter Last Call Bar, a spot that’s scaling things down and going back to the basics. You can get high quality classic cocktails and customized drinks based on the available collection of beer, champagne, and sake / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Mahaniyom Cocktail Bar / Sustainable, forward-thinking cocktails served in a funky, fun and immersive environment – a must-visit Bangkok bar / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Bang Rak

J.Boroski / A hidden gem among Bangkok's countless bars / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Rabbit Hole / Is difficult to find, but once beyond its unassuming wooden door there lies three-storeys worth of cocktail bar to explore / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Thaipioka / Hidden behind an unmarked wooden door at the corner of Salil Hotel on Thonglor Soi 1, Thai ingredients and fruits play the leading role / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Opium Bar / Locating on the 4th and 5th floor of the Potong building, combine the concept of opulent New York hangout space and the spirit of late-night Chinatown Bangkok. This place is ideal for an aperitif before a dinner, after-dark experiences, or late-night soirees / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chinatown

Gir / Gir is a cocktail bar that combines the unique flavors of classic cocktail menus with a modern twist. To explore something truly innovative / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Lost in Thaislation / “Sometimes you need to get lost to be found" / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Gaze Cocktail Bar / This is the most romantic cocktails bar Bangkok. Gaze Bar is in the heart of Thong Lo / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

TAX / Hidden away behind a concrete wall and up a set of stairs is where you’ll find Tax Bar. There’s no sign, but you’ll know you’re in the right place when you see the graffiti on the wall that reads, “Nothing is certain but death & tax.” / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

TEP BAR - Cultural Bar of Thailand / Tep Bar has a real sense of place, with Thai herbal liqueurs, rum and whisky playing key parts in the cocktail menu / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Teens of Thailand / Creates gin-based infusions using local ingredients, which are then matched with an appropriate tonic and garnish / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Asia Today / Asia Today is little sister to Teens of Thailand / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Havana Social / A pre-revolutionary 1940’s vintage cocktail bar, taking you back to the days when Havana was the Las Vegas of the Caribbean. Let the Latin beats, crafted cocktails and finest cigars give you a taste of Cuba. Secret with a phone booth in the door - password; 1940#) / BTS: Nana / Sukhumvit

Ku Bar / Hard to find, hidden down an alley and then up a staircase to the third floor, but once inside you'll find a classy, minimalist space consisting largely of wood and concrete, and with no more than a few bottles on the back bar / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Phra Nakhon

Dry Wave Cocktail Studio / A nature-inspired bar run by Thai cocktail veteran Supawit ‘Palm’ Muttarattana that remixes classic recipes into never-before-seen concoctions was always likely to pique the interest of drinks lovers / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Ray Cocktail & Bite / A unique destination for cocktail enthusiasts, Ray distinguishes itself by blending traditional mixology with Japanese influences, creating a fresh and innovative drinking experience / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Riverside

The Reading Room / Casual cocktail & whisky bar with Japanese small bites in Thonglor above @RangoonTeaHouse / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

 

APERITIVO

Nobu Bar Lounge / Nobu Bangkok, located on the top three floors and rooftop of The Empire. The perfect spot for a before dinner drink / BTS: Saint Louis / Sathorn

 

ROOFTOP BARS

Nobu Rooftop Bar / Nobu Bangkok, located on the top three floors and rooftop of The Empire, with breathtaking panoramic views of Bangkok / BTS: Saint Louis / Sathorn

HI-SO Rooftop Bar at Hotel SO / Sip your signature cocktail in style from the only rooftop bar in Bangkok that looks down on Lumpini Park, deep house and modern style / MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

Sky Beach at The Standard Hotel / The highest rooftop bar in Bangkok — after 7pm a cover charge applies. The drinks is nothing to write home about and it's super touristy / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

The Octave Rooftop Lounge at Marriott Hotel Sukhuvit / Rising above the trendiest uptown district of Thonglor / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Vertigo & M00n at Banyan Tree Hotel / located on the 61st floor, offering an outstanding 360-degree view of the Bangkok skyline. Very touristy and expensive / MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

Lebua State Tower at Lebua State Tower Hotel / Made famous by the Hangover 2 movie. Very touristy and expensive / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak 

 

BARS

Smalls / Smalls interieur and design is a mix of French, Thai and Japanese influences. The venue features 3 levels, including a second floor with balcony and an open-air deck on the third floor. The menu features a variety of snacks ideal to be paired with wine or beer, an extensive list of signature cocktails and a selection of Absinthe, served in traditional fashion. Smalls is closed on Tuesdays. Get prepared to quite literally rub elbows with your fellow drinkers, too, because it’s never not busy / Sathorn

Jack’s Bar / Hidden behind the Shangri-La hotel you’ll find a drinking den of the old-school variety—flexing plastic chairs, classic Thai stir-fries / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Bang Rak

Samsara / Hidden bar next to the river, perfect spot for cold beer and enjoy the sunset / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chinatown

Tai Soon Bar / This duplex bar is dotted with picturesque red lanterns, and sits directly across the street from the obscurely located Jay Fai, Bangkok’s only Michelin-starred street food joint. Pro tip: arrive at Jay Fai, put your name on the waiting list, then nip over to Tai Soon to while away the hours with Thai lagers, IPAs and stouts. The time is guaranteed to fly by / MRT: Sam Yot / Khao San Area (Samran Rat)

Pijiu Bar / Craft beer spot. Located on the always-trendy Soi Nana, with a well-stocked fridge of bottled artisanal ales, and a curation of current favourites on tap / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

 

JAZZCLUBS

Buddha & Pals / Not just a bar with jazz, it’s a bar for jazz—and all the ones who live for it. The owner of Buddha & Pals, Peerasith Seemoolsathien, notes, “I don’t want jazz to be just the little live band sitting in the corner while people chat over them. Instead, I want it to be at the centre of attention, and let it be heard clearly by people visiting us.” / Open 7pm-midnight (Closed on Monday) / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Wat Sommanat (near Chinatown)

Alone Together / Alone Together lies behind a non-descript wooden door that’s obstructed by a chaotic curtain of electric wires. Inside is a boisterous, candle-lit music hall dominated by masculine brown wood / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Firefly Bar at Kempinski Hotel Sindhorn / Live Jazz everyday from 8p to 11pm / BTS: Ratchadamri or Siam / Sindhorn

Long Play Music & Bar at Josh Hotel / The laid-back vinyl and jazz bar in the heart of Ari. Come enjoy the vibes with Club Patongko dj team with live jazz on Friday and Saturday / BTS: Ari / Ari

Foojohn Jazz Club / Little Jazz Club with new names on the stage. Don't expect anything fancy. Just good atmosphere and good music / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

 

NIGHTCLUBS

Sing Sing Theater / A boutique club experience showcasing international and local acts in a unique neo-chinoiserie and seductive decor. Open Tue-Sat, 9pm till very late / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

DJ Station / Busy gay nightclub, open 7 days a week / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

Beamcube / Nightclub / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

RIM / Bar, nightclub with unique decor, good DJs and experienced people behind it / BTS: Chong Nonsi + MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

 

VENUE

House Of Heals / A fierce, Fun and Unexpected bar with drag performances / BTS: Chit Lom / Siam

The Stranger Bar (House Of Drag Queens) / 1st Drag Venue in Thailand, own by a Drag Queen, M Stranger Fox / Soi 4 Silom / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

Crimson Room / Exquisite cocktails, live jazz and music in a swanky, cabaret-style venue / BTS: Ratchadamri or Siam / Sindhorn

Blanc BKK / Great line up of DJ’s. Cocktails are so so, order a beer and enjoy the vibe and music / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Modern Day Culture / Super cool cocktail and vinyl bar / BTS: Ekkamai / Ekkamai

Club Salva / Cosy, tiny and chic cocktail, wine and vinyl bar, sister of @ModernDayCulture / BTS: Ekkamai / Ekkamai

Clutch at The Warehouse / Hip bar with nice music, party on weekends / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi 

The Corner House / City deli and urban liftstyle community in Talad Noi / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi 

HAVE YOU HEARD? Records / An independent records store, cafe by day & bar at night in an old town charm. Grab some coffee, fermented drinks and discover your next favorite music / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

Bangkok Mojo * Music Lovers' Club / A place for musicians and music lovers alike that enjoy cold beers, great music and cosy vibes / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

To More / Very cosy bar with great live music / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi 

 

SUPERMARKETS

Gourmet Market, Siam Paragon / Luxury supermarked / BTS: Siam / Siam

Empire Shopping Gallery / Large supermarket in the basement / BTS: Saint Louis / Sathorn

Foodland, Park Silom / The prices are good. The supermarked offers a wide selection of imported and locals products / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

Tops Market, Silom Tower / Lowkey supermarked / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Silom

 

FOOD MARKETS

The Commons / Modern food court / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom + BTS: Thong Lor / Sala Daeng + Thong Lor

Or Tor Kor Market / Is one of the best fresh wet markets in Bangkok that also has an outstanding food court. It's a Bangkok food lovers paradise! / MRT: Kamphaeng Phet / Chatuchak

Ruam Sab Market / This little market is very popular at lunch time / BTS: Asok + MRT: Sukhumvit / Sukhumvit

Khlong Toei Market / Khlong Toei Market is open virtually 24 hours, but best times are 6am to 2am daily / MRT: Khlong Toei / Khlong Toei

 

SHOPPING

Chatuchak Weekend Market / This is the granddaddy of all markets; with 15,000 stalls, it's among the largest outdoor markets in the world / BTS: Saphan Khwai + MRT: Chatuchak Park / Chatuchak

The EmQuartier / EmQuartier is one of several upscale malls in Bangkok. Packed with brand-name shops and fancy restaurants / Exclusive shopping mall / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

Central Embassy / Ultra-posh mall with its large open food court on the top floor / Exclusive shopping mall / BTS: Phloen Chit / Sukhumvit

The Platinum Fashion Mall / Weekend market on week days / BTS: Chit Lom / Siam

Pratunam Market / The largest clothes market in Bangkok / BTS: Chit Lom / Siam

Siam Paragon / Siam Paragon, a high-end shopping mall which opens daily from 10am to 10pm / Exclusive shopping mall / BTS: Siam / Siam

Siam Discovery / Located right next door to Siam Paragon, the stunning Siam Discovery boasts anchor stores like Issey Miyake and Comme des Garcons, but it's the cool, innovative aesthetic that sets it apart / Exclusive shopping mall / BTS: Siam / Siam

Emporium / A more down to earth mall than some of the high end malls in Bangkok / Exclusive shopping mall / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

ICONSIAM / The newest and flashiest of Bangkok malls / Exclusive shopping mall / BTS: Krung Thon Buri / Riverside

Silom Complex / Silom Complex is a shopping mall that's only meters away from the BTS at Sala Daeng in Bangkok / BTS: Sala Daeng / Silom

Central Chidlom / Central Chidlom is the flagship store of the central group which opened its doors in 1973 and has ever since remained a truly iconic constant of Thailand’s shopping landscape / BTS: Chit Lom / Siam

Central World / Opened in 1990, Central World is the eleventh largest shopping centre in the world, and is home to around 500 stores, a 5 star hotel, a 15-screen cinema, two Hindu shrines, arcades, an ice rink and more! / BTS: Chit Lom / Siam

Terminal 21 / This mall in Bangkok is designed to look like an airport, complete with a shopping guide that looks like a passport. You can even check-in for your upcoming flight on the main floor. Explore the nine-story complex and its themed floors that will transport you from Tokyo to Istanbul to San Francisco, all in one day / BTS: Asok / Sukhumvit

MBK Center / Experience Thai teenagers going shopping crazy at MBK – Bangkok’s oldest shopping mall / BTS: Siam / Siam

 

INTERIOR DESIGN

Oneday Wallflowers / Flower shop / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Aoon Pottery / Ceramic, Arts & Crafts Store. Open daily, 11 to 6pm. Appointment required, just let them know 1 day earlier / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chinatown

Horse Unit & Woot Woot at Warehouse 30 / A vintage shop with two young owners, Bas-Thammanoon Maipim and Tuang-Phannan Thanindechphat, share the space of Warehouse no.4. Downstairs is for display of Bass’ obsession for vintage goods / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Bang Rak

 

PARKS

Benjakitti Park / Spectacular and an excellent place for an afternoon walk / BTS: Nana + MRT: Queen Sirikit National Convention Center / Sukhumvit

Lumphini Park / Bangkok’s largest and most beautiful green park / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

 

ART GALLERIES

Bangkok CityCity Gallery / A contemporary art gallery, supports visionary artists and carries their messages to the masses / MRT: Lumphini / Sathorn

Att 19 / Another heritage building in Chaorenkrung is converted into an Instaworthy multidisciplinary art hub / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

Warehouse 30 / Under the artistic and watchful eye of developer Duangrit Bunnag, a founder of the Thailand Creative & Design Center (TCDC) and Thailand’s best-known architect, an abandoned block of World War II-era warehouses have become a bastion for local designers and artists / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

333 Gallery at Warehouse 30 / Discover and buy contemporary paintings and sculptures here. The finest artworks from Southeast Asian and broader Asian artists / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

ATTA Gallery / Founded in 2010 as the first gallery to specialize in Contemporary Art Jewelry in Thailand / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

 

MUSEUMS

Jim Thompson House / The Bangkok home and Asian art collection of the late James H.W. Thompson, also known as the “Thai Silk King” / BTS: National Stadion / Siam

 

TEMPLES

The Grand Palace / The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam / Temple / MRT: Sanam Chai / Chinatown

Wat Phra / Wat Phra is a Buddhist temple complex located in Rattanakosin Island, south of Bangkok's Grand Palace. It is well-known for its large Reclining Buddha / Temple / MRT: Sanam Chai / Chinatown

Wat Arun / Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is a famous Buddhist temple located in Bangkok, Thailand. It is one of the most iconic and recognized landmarks / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Bangkok Yai

 

PHOTO SPOTS

So Heng Tai / A 200-year-old Chinese courtyard mansion in the historic neighborhood of Talat Noi in the center of Bangkok endeavors to remain standing as a scuba school / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

Bā Hào / Cozy little Chinese restaurant and bar with two rooms upstairs/ MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Charoen Krung 32 Street Art / Filled with large graffiti works by local and international artists / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chaorenkrung

Eagle Nest Bar / Enjoy jaw-dropping views of Wat Arun and the Chao Phraya River. Sip and soaking in the stunning sunset after a day of sightseeing / MRT: Sanam Chai / Chinatown

 

SIGHTSEEING

Chinatown / Bangkok's Chinatown is one of the largest Chinatowns in the world. Chinatown is home to some of the best temples in Bangkok. The most fascinating attraction is Wat Traimit, with the 250 million dollar Buddha made of pure gold / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

Soi Nana Chinatown / Don't confuse it with the red-light district. Soi Nana in Bangkok's Chinatown is still the city's hottest spot for drinking, art, and more / MRT: Hua Lamphong / Chinatown

River City / Centre for art and antiques where art-lovers and collectors can explore galleries, see international exhibitions and meet artists / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Talad Noi

Khao San Road / Khao San Road is a major tourist district in Bangkok known for its vibrant entertainment scene and budget hotels (backpacks area) / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Phra Nakhon

 

STREETS OF BANGKOK

Soi 2 Silom / Has long been known as one of Bangkok's most vibrant gay destinations. The DJ Station (Gay Nightclub) is located here / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

Soi 4 Silom / Is a side street off Silom Road packing of gay bars. It's the perfect place for pre-drinks, best from 9pm to 12am. Balcony Bar and Telephone Bar is the two most popular / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

Soi 11 Sukhumvit / As one of the prime nightlife destinations in Bangkok, Sukhumvit Soi 11 has it all. From rooftop bars to cocktail bars, beer bars, and nightclubs / BTS: Nana / Sukhumvit

Soi Nana 4 Sukhumvit / A noisy nightlife with scantily clad ladies and strip clubs Sukhumvit Soi 4 is primarily a haven for boozing and partying in the company of hundreds of attractive Thai ladies and girls there to serve and entertain / BTS: Nana / Sukhumvit

Soi 23 Sukhumvit (Soi Cowboy) / A lively nightlife spot in Bangkok, stretching for almost 500 feet and filled with colorful go-go bars on one side and bustling nightclubs / BTS: Asok / Sukhumvit

Soi 55 Sukhumvit / Also known as Soi Thong Lo, is one of Bangkok's most popular streets, known for its chic bars, boutique shops, trendy clubs / BTS: Thong Lor / Thong Lor

Patpong 1 + 2 / The streets Patpong 1 and Patpong 2, adjacent to the busy Silom Road, make up one of the world's most notorious red-light districts / BTS: Sala Daeng + MRT: Si Lom / Silom

 

TAILOR 

Pinky Tailor / Experience in the tailoring business of more than 40 years / BTS: Phloen Chit / Sukhumvit 

 

BEACHES

 

MEMBERS CLUB

Soho House Bangkok / The club features bespoke interior design involving the region's best artisanal talent, three bars, a members' restaurant, music and events programming / BTS: Phrom Phong / Sukhumvit

 

MASSAGE

Sky One Massage / BTS: Chong Nonsi / Silom

Khagee Boutique Thai Massage House / A hidden gem in Chinatown / Neither MRT or BTS nearby / Chinatown

 

SPA / WELLNESS

Infinity Spa Bangkok / The ultimate spa experience & maybe the best massage in Bangkok / Silom

Infinity Wellbeing / The ultimate spa experience & maybe the best massage in Bangkok / Sukhumvit

 

OPENING IN THE FURTURE

Hotel Plaza Athénée by Nobu, Chao Phraya River / AWC and Nobu will transform the conic heritage building in Bangkok to the Plaza Athénée Hotel located in an iconic building located in the best location by the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok / BTS: Saphan Taksin / Riverside (Along Chao Phraya River) / Opening 2026

 

GET AROUND 

BTS — Skytrain

MRT — Metro

Motorbike — Use Grab app for door-to-door rides and choose to pay by cash or GrabPay.

Taxa — The fare starts at 35 baht and stays there for the first 2 kilometers. Typical taxi fares for going a few kilometers are around 50 baht. Communication can be a problem with the majority of Bangkok's taxi drivers as they often speak little English. Improvise, and be imaginative.

Tuk Tuk — Most Bangkok tuk-tuks will start charging at about 40-50 bath for a short ride, but expect this to be a little higher in really touristy areas.

 

AREAS

Sukumvit — One of Bangkok’s most modern and cosmopolitan neighborhoods, is located in the central part of Bangkok along Sukhumvit Road.

Thong Lor (A part of Sukumvit) — If you are into great food, people watching, art, or just partying hard, Thong Lor has something to offer you. 

Siam — Is the shopping center in Bangkok and has the city’s highest density of shopping malls.

Silom — Bangkok´s business district and is one of the best areas to stay in Bangkok.

Bang Rak (A part of Silom) — Bang Rak, has a kind of European atmosphere with many exclusive colonial-style hotels and old abandoned warehouses. Upcoming area with great coffee bars and street art.

Talad Noi (Between Bang Rak and Chinatown) — Talad Noi is a historic neighbourhood located in the heart of Bangkok, just next to Chinatown. It is worth mentioning that ‘Talad Noi’ means ‘small market’, but despite the name, there is no real market in this area. It’s a maze of narrow lanes lined with old houses, fancy coffee shops, and mechanic workshops packed to the ceiling with greasy engine parts.

Sathorn — Sathorn itself is the financial district which loosely forms one edge of Silom. 

Charoenkrung (A part of Sathorn) — Art is alive and kicking in Charoenkrung, and you can appreciate both commercial and indie art at the many galleries here.

Bangkok Old Town (Also named Rattanakosin Island) — The Old City district in Bangkok is home to a glittering array of temples, palaces and ancient architecture, representing the cultural and historical centre of the city. For anyone interested in the history and origins of this bustling city, a visit to the wide, tree-lined avenues of the Old City is a must.

Riverside — Bangkok’s riverside is beautiful and very scenic, especially after dark, with its glittering temples, shrines, and Bangkok’s most popular attraction, the Royal Palace.

Chinatown — Bangkok’s best area for street food and exploring Bangkok’s historic roots.

Pratunam — It is full of small local shops, Thai shopping centers and authentic markets where you can negotiate the price. Pratunam is most famous for its Pratunam market, the largest clothes market in Bangkok.

Ari — Ari is one of Bangkok's hippest neighbourhoods, full of cafes, restaurants and bars. It's a neighbourhood that's popular with middle-class Thais and expats.

Khao San — Khao San is the most famous street in Bangkok, and anyone backpacking through SE Asia will come through here at one time or another.