Must-see restaurants in Thanon Sukhumvit

  • Bacco

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    The slightly cheesy interior of this osteria (Italian-style wine bar) serves as a cover for a fabulous Italian menu. There’s an abundance of delicious…

  • Indus

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Unless someone conclusively proves otherwise, Indus will reign as Bangkok's finest traditional Indian restaurant. Its North Indian staples such as biryani…

  • Soul Food Mahanakorn

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This contemporary Thai diner is a favourite go-to place for a comfort meal. The menu – incorporating tasty interpretations of rustic Thai dishes – has not…

  • Bo.lan

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Upscale Thai is often more garnish than flavour, but Bo.lan has proved to be the exception. Bo and Dylan (Bo.lan is a play on words that means 'ancient')…

  • Cocotte Farm Roast & Winery

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Cocotte brings a fine selection of organic farm products – sourced from Bangkok and Chiang Mai – to the table and pairs them with a classy selection of…

  • Sri Trat

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This fabulous restaurant specialises in the unique fare of Thailand's eastern provinces, Trat and Chanthaburi. What this means is lots of rich, slightly…

  • Daniel Thaiger

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Bangkok's most-loved burgers – read ultrajuicy beef or lamb patties served in a brioche bun – are served from this American-run, food-truck-turned…

  • Charley Browns Mexicana

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Chef Primo's flair for living it large reflects in the menu at this fun and irreverent restaurant serving authentic provincial Mexican dishes. Go beyond…

  • Prai Raya

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This Phuket institution's Bangkok branch – housed in a charming lime-washed villa – brings to the city the southern Thai island's uniquely spicy,…

  • El Mercado

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    A restaurant, charcuterie, fromagerie, boulangerie, winery and grocery store all rolled into one pleasant alfresco commercial complex, this popular food…

  • theCOMMONS

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Hip Thong Lor gets even cooler with this marketplace-style alfresco dining complex that is packed with reliable names such as Soul Food 555, Peppina and…

  • Hong Bao

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Hong Bao is a rock-star Chinese restaurant for two main reasons: first, its dim sum is (arguably) the best in town and second, it's served all day long…

  • Appia

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Handmade pastas, slow-roasted meats and a carefully curated and relatively affordable wine list are the selling points of this restaurant serving Lazio…

  • Massaman curry set at Congee & Curry

    Congee & Curry

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Despite its bright yellow signage, Congee & Curry is easy to miss among the massage parlours and high-end restaurants packed along Soi 55 (Thong Lor)…

  • Straight shot of exterior of indoor dining area at Missing Burro

    Missing Burro

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Constructed out of shipping containers surrounding a quiet garden, this Mexican restaurant is a laid-back spot to enjoy a night of tequila and Yucatán…

  • Touché Hombre

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    You won't find any sombreros or piñatas here. Instead, the walls are lined with a collage of punchy pop-culture photos and tequila spelled out by a neon…

  • Peppina

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    The flour, sea salt and yeast dough at Peppina is risen for 24 hours before it is opened by hand and turned into mouth-watering Neapolitan pizzas, which…

  • Wattana Panich

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This mom-and-pop restaurant is highly revered for its signature beef stew, made of assorted meat cuts and a broth that has been constantly cooking for 45…

  • Fidel

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Popular with Bangkok's expat African residents as well as the city's foodie brigade, this no-frills restaurant serves extremely commendable Ethiopian…

  • Bharani

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This cosy family-run Thai restaurant dabbles in a bit of everything, from ox-tongue stew to rice fried with shrimp paste. But the real reason to come is…

  • Saras

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Describing your restaurant as a 'fast-food feast' may not be the cleverest PR strategy, but it's a pretty spot-on description of this Indian restaurant…

  • Tenkaichi Yakiton Nagiya

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Originating in Tokyo, this equal parts cosy and hectic restaurant is one of Bangkok’s most popular izakaya (Japanese tavern-style restaurants). The…

  • Charcoal Tandoor Grill & Mixology

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Indian food in Bangkok is gaining speed, and this kebab and tandoor grill restaurant is indicative of the trend. Almost every dish is slow-cooked in a…

  • Haoma

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Innovative dishes at Bangkok’s first ‘urban farm’ are complemented by cocktails using almost 40 edible herbs from the on-site garden. Chef Deepanker…

  • Toby’s

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    On Sukhumvit Soi 38, brunch lovers will find a hidden gem straight out of Sydney. Flat whites, cold-pressed juices and eggs Benedict rule the menu, but…

  • Pizza Pala Romana

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Strategically located at the intersection of the BTS and MRT – perfect for that rush-hour snack – this place serves top-notch pizzas, which are sold both…

  • Boon Tong Kiat Singapore Chicken Rice

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    After taking in the detailed and ambitious chicken rice manifesto written on the walls, order a plate of the restaurant’s namesake and witness how a dish…

  • Rang Mahal

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Combine views from this restaurant’s 26th floor with a delicious all-Indian menu and a live band, and you have one of the most popular destinations for…

  • Man Ho

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This elegant in-house restaurant at the JW Marriott serves up a fabulous range of Cantonese dishes, including a variety of dim sums, some delectable pork…

  • Roast

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Roast is perfect for a lazy recovery brunch after a night of boozy revelry. Comfort platters such as smoked salmon and guacamole sandwich or crispy…

  • Nasir Al-Masri

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    One of several Middle Eastern restaurants on Soi 3/1, Nasir Al-Masri is easily recognisable by its floor-to-ceiling stainless-steel ‘theme’. Middle…

  • Myeong Ga

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Located on the ground floor of Sukhumvit Plaza (the multistorey complex also known as Korean Town), this restaurant is the city’s best destination for…

  • Ginzado

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Make a reservation or queue for some really excellent yakitori (DIY grilled beef) not to mention a mean bibimbap (rice and toppings served in a sizzling…

  • Luka Moto

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Sibling to the original Luka in Silom, Luka Moto offers a hearty brunch menu by day. They've teamed up with BMW (hence the Moto in the name), so expect to…

  • Teppen

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This is one of our favourite Bangkok izakaya (Japanese tavern-style restaurants), and the menu here has a bit of everything that could comprise a hearty…

  • Klang Soi Restaurant

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    If you had a Thai grandma who lived in the Sukhumvit area, this is where she'd eat. The mimeographed menu spans old-school specialities from central and…

  • Bei Otto

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Claiming a Bangkok residence for more than 30 years, Bei Otto’s culinary bragging point is its pork knuckles. A good selection of German beers and an…

  • Pier 21

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    Ascend a seemingly endless series of escalators to arrive at this noisy food court made up of vendors from across the city. The selection is vast (and…

  • Ippudo

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This Japanese ramen chain with a cult-like following has several branches in Bangkok, including this one within the stylish Emporium Mall. Come for vast,…

  • Jidori Cuisine Ken

    Thanon Sukhumvit

    This cosy Japanese restaurant does tasty tofu dishes, delicious salads and even excellent desserts. Basically everything here is above average, but the…