Japanese Izakaya in Chinatown
Laoaire Restaurant is one of those places that feels like a little surprise tucked into the chaos of Chinatown in Bangkok. You’re on Yaowarat Road surrounded by loud neon, gold shops, and street food smoke, then suddenly you step into this cosy Japanese izakaya and sukiyaki spot, and everything calms down for a minute. The vibe is warm and slightly hidden bar-ish, like somewhere you’d duck into for a proper sit-down meal after walking the street all evening.
Inside, it’s casual but not messy. Low-key, softly lit, and the kind of place that stays lively because people are clearly here to eat. It has that “let’s order a few things and share” energy. Even with the Chinatown bustle outside, Laoaire feels focused on comfort, hot broth, grilled skewers, and small plates that make you want to keep going.
Overall, Laoaire is a solid Yaowarat pick when you want something comforting but a bit different from the usual Chinatown circuit. It’s warm, easy to enjoy, and perfect for that one hot pot plus a few extras kind of night.
What We Ordered
Kurobuta Pork Sukiyaki Set
This is the heart of the meal. The broth comes out bubbling, and the kurobuta is properly rich and tender. It’s the type of sukiyaki that feels both filling and clean at the same time, especially once everything soaks up that sweet savoury base.
Chicken Yakitori
Simple, smoky, and grilled just right. You can taste that char edge without it going dry, so it’s an easy win as a side dish while the sukiyaki is cooking away.
Flank Steak Don
Super comforting bowl of thinly sliced flank steak over hot rice. The meat is savoury with a little sweetness, and the raw egg is the best part. Mix it in, and it makes everything smooth, rich, and extra tasty.
Ebi and Engawa Sushi
A nice contrast to all the warm stuff. Sweet shrimp, buttery engawa, and that cool, clean bite that resets your palate between hot pot rounds.
Tamago with Mentaiko Sauce
A fun little extra. Soft egg, creamy texture, then that salty pop from the mentaiko. It’s small, but it adds a bright, slightly indulgent finish to the table.
Laoaire Info
Location: Chinatown – Yaowarat Road
Address: 441 Yaowarat Rd, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100
Hours: 11 am – 12 am
Phone: 064 282 9429
Price: Moderate
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Laoaire Map
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