Surat Thani
A vista overlooking one of the key intersections of the Night Market is a real draw at this cool little vegan dessert spot. Sit and people watch as you…
Must-see restaurants in Thailand
Chiang Mai
In the tidy little Kad Klang Wiang arcade, Girasole makes a convincing claim to offer the city's best pizzas, prepared using real pepperoni and other hard…
Bangkok
Art deco Shanghai comes to life in this refurbished colonial-style house in Bangkok, located in the compound of the Mandarin Oriental hotel. The big draw…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Though it is heavily visited by coach parties, this impressive rainforest-style resort restaurant is still worth making a detour for. Experience tasty…
Pattaya
Just north of the Dolphin Roundabout, this stylish French-style cafe serves excellent salads, crepes, croissants and, of course, baguettes, plus numerous…
Ko Lanta
Highly rated by both visiting Thais and locals, this Thai-Chinese place offers a delectable range of fresh fish (pay by the weight) in a simple setting…
Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi
Think of all those different smoky, spicy, crispy, meaty bites you've encountered on the street. Now imagine them assembled in one hip, retro-themed…
Ubon Ratchathani
Not really a cafe, this bustling breakfast stop serves kôw đôm (rice soup), gŏo·ay đĕe·o (noodle soup), kài gà·tá (pan egg with sausage) and traditional…
Pai
Cafecito serves tasty Tex-Mex staples – fish tacos, burritos and quesadillas – as well as Mexican breakfasts, all overseen by an American. This is Pai, so…
Banglamphu
Taking full advantage of its cosy shophouse location, this perennial favourite has enough style to feel like a special night out, but doesn’t skimp on…
Ko Samui
The signature Beef Rossini at this fantastically positioned beachfront restaurant at Rocky's Resort is cooked to perfection. Combined with the excellent…
Bangkok
Indigo is set in a former schoolhouse, and while the charming atmosphere appears to be the main draw here, the food actually delivers. Think of it as your…
Nakhon Si Thammarat
Stick to the Western dishes at Rock 99, which feels like a rough and ready trucker bar, but has a decent selection of burgers, steaks, taco salads and…
Chiang Mai
This upscale Scandinavian restaurant serves an array of Swedish dishes, as well as pizza, smoked duck and other Western fare. Norden’s seafood dishes are…
Songkhla Province
A fine place for a snack, coffee, some alcohol or cool beats, we're not sure what we like best at this Canadian-owned place: the excellent roof garden –…
Ko Pha-Ngan
This great little Portuguese-run gourmet burger bar really hits the nail on the head with six types of superb patties, including veggie, vegan, tuna and…
Chiang Mai
Serving food that's good for the stomach and soul, Goodsouls Kitchen whips up vegan Thai, Western and fusion fare. Though some dishes are pricey for…
Bangkok
The cheesy name doesn't do justice to this sophisticated Thai restaurant located in a former warehouse by the river. Join Bangkok's beautiful crowd for…
Ko Pha-Ngan
Serving up pizza and burgers around the clock on the busy road to Ban Tai, and divided into restaurant and sports bar, this great spot serves up terrific…
Ko Lanta
A big family-run eating spot where shells dangle from a thatched roof, Cook Kai is best for its wide selection of straightforward local staples –…
Ko Samui
Overlooking the golden sands close to the pier where local fisherman moor their colourful boats, this upmarket seafood spot serves delicious lobster,…
Nakhon Ratchasima (Khorat)
Not your ordinary fa·ràng hangout in Isan, this Swiss-owned spot is a proper restaurant, not just a bar that also serves food. Run by a chef, it aims high…
Krabi Town
Thai dishes with a twist and stylish Western food are served in this eye-catching conversion of two traditional shophouses. Dine on the dark-wood terrace…
Banglamphu
Fabulous platters of homestyle Israeli food are served up by cheerful staff who divide their time between a travel agency desk and a dining area at this…
Ko Samui
Right in Chinatown in Mae Nam, this excellent restaurant offers barbecued meat, grilled fish and steamed seafood sets, as well as Korean staples such as…
Udon Thani
This delightful place defies categories. The interior decor looks like a mixture of Moroccan and art nouveau, with its whimsical tiling and frosted…
Ko Phi-Phi
On an alley jammed with hole-in-the-wall places favoured by the locals, family-run Esan Ganeang has fantastic and authentic dishes from the Isan region in…
Phang-Nga Province
There's a big range of wood-fired pizzas, including veggie choices, at this laid-back, semi-open-air roadside place, as well as homemade pasta, salads,…
Prachuap Khiri Khan
This actual shack on the corner serves just one dish – the namesake 'pig's blood soup', a piquant broth with many pig parts besides the congealed blood…
Ko Phi-Phi
Break out of your posh resort to eat at this fine and relaxed, semi-open-air seafood place right in the middle of idyllic Hat Laem Thong. The fresh fish …
Krabi Town
Beside Tha Khong Kha, this market is a popular place for an evening meal. Try authentic sôm·đam (spicy green papaya salad), wok-fried noodles, đôm yam…
Ko Samui
The acclaimed luxury brand Nikki brings international flair to the secluded west coast of Ko Samui. Think haute cuisine, chic decor, gaggles of jet…
Ko Samui
This restaurant serving a decent selection of popular Thai and European dishes has a gorgeous perspective on a beautiful stretch of Hat Lamai framed by…
Ko Pha-Ngan
This charming and bright Portuguese cafe is an alluring choice as you head up the west coast. Breakfasts are excellent, especially the pancakes and…
Siam Square, Pratunam, Phloen Chit & Ratchathewi
Admittedly, the menu here is more Texas than Tijuana, but you can always drop in for an inviting, pleasant atmosphere and a repertoire of hearty dishes…
Pattaya
With spectacular views looking back over the entire Pattaya bay, this clifftop restaurant conjures up excellent Thai fusion food. Reservations are needed…
Ko Phi-Phi
This deservedly popular restaurant has two sections with two separate kitchens – one side of the street caters for vegans and vegetarians, the other for…
Chiang Mai
One of the original health-food peddlers, AUM (pronounced 'om') attracts crowds of veggie travellers and a few veggie-curious carnivores. The menu runs…
Ko Pha-Ngan
If it weren't for the sand between your toes and the long-tail boats whizzing by, you might think you had been transported to the Italian countryside. The…
Khao Yai National Park
This open-air hut is hugely popular with visiting Bangkokians because of both the quality of the food and the emphasis on healthy eating, with choices…
