Pratunam, Bangkok
Pratunam is where Bangkok gets loud, chaotic, and busy — in the best possible way. It’s just a short walk from the sleek malls of Siam, but the vibe here is completely different.
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Baiyoke Sky Tower
Baiyoke Sky Tower, formerly the tallest building in Thailand, offers a new perspective of the Bangkok skyline. Located in the heart of Bangkok in the Pratunam area
Platinum Fashion Mall
Platinum Fashion Mall, Right across from Pratunam Market on Phetchaburi Road – a six-floor, air-conditioned haven
JTAP Restaurant
Discover JTAP, Chef Tap Supasit’s new Thai restaurant at Velaa Langsuan, serving premium grilled meats and spicy salads in a refined minimalist space
Nai Ek Roll Noodle
Nai Ek Roll Noodle (ร้านนายเอก ก๋วยจั๊บน้ำใส) is a small but very popular restaurant on Yaowarat Road, in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown
Dusit Thani Bangkok
The Dusit Thani Bangkok reopened on September 27, 2024, after a complete rebuild. Located across from Lumphini Park, the hotel is part of the new Dusit Central Park development. It features 257 rooms, each offering uninterrupted views of the park through large cantilevered windows.
Maison Roru
Maison Roru is a brand new hand roll and sake bar tucked inside Velaa Sindhorn Village on Langsuan Road, just a short walk from Ploenchit. It’s the latest project by Chef Masato Shimizu and Khun Pla from the Iberry Group.
Michelin Restaurants in Bangkok
Bangkok is home to an impressive number of Michelin-rated restaurants, and over the years, we’ve had the chance to try quite a few. On this page, we share the places we personally visited and reviewed
Firefly Bar at Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel
Firefly Bar at Sindhorn Kempinski Bangkok is an elegant cocktail bar in Langsuan offering Thai-inspired drinks, live jazz, and a stylish yet cosy atmosphere.
Chicha San Chen Velaa Sindhorn Village
Tucked away in the basement of Velaa Sindhorn Village on Langsuan Road, Chicha San Chen has quietly become one of Bangkok’s most talked-about tea spots.
Elements Restaurant
Elements Restaurant is on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. We went for dinner on a quiet weekday evening, curious to see how this Michelin-starred restaurant balances French and Japanese influences.
Hidden Room Langsuan
Post Views: 1,986 A Colourful Restaurant in Ploenchit Hidden Room Langsuan isn’t actually hidden—if anything, it’s right in front of you as you walk next… Read More »Hidden Room Langsuan
10 Best Street Food in Bangkok Chinatown
Street food in Bangkok Chinatown is one of the highlights of visiting Bangkok. In the evening, Yaowarat Road turns into a busy food street, packed with small carts, local restaurants, and smoky woks.
Lek Seafood (Lek & Rut)
Lek Seafood (Lek & Rut) is one of those iconic places in Bangkok’s Chinatown that many travellers remember long after their trip. It’s loud, it’s busy, and it feels slightly chaotic—but that’s what makes it special.
Widdershins Hidden Bar
Widdershins is one of those places that people walk past every day without realising it’s there. Right in the middle of Yaowarat Road, in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown, it’s hidden in plain sight
Spire Rooftop Bar at Dusit Thani Bangkok
Spire rooftop bar is the newest venue at the rebuilt Dusit Thani Bangkok, and it really impressed us during our recent visit. Spread over three floors on the 39th floor on the edge of Silom, this massive rooftop bar is both modern and comfortable.
The Roof @ 38th Bar
The Roof @ 38th Bar offers a chic rooftop experience on the 38th floor of Mode Sathorn Hotel. With sweeping views of Bangkok’s skyline and the Chao Phraya River, this stylish lounge serves Mexican, Moroccan, French, and Asian specialities alongside inventive cocktails.
View Bangkok Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
View Bangkok Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is a casual and friendly rooftop bar on the 9th floor of the Novotel Bangkok Platinum, right in the edge of Pratunam
342 Bar
342 Bar is a hidden rooftop bar on the fifth floor of Baan Wanglang Riverside Hotel, right at the edge of Wang Lang Market, on the Thonburi side of Bangkok.
Siwilai City Club
Siwilai City Club is not your typical rooftop bar. It’s only on the 5th floor of Central Embassy, so you won’t get sweeping skyline views, but I’ve always liked it for the easy-going vibe
Penthouse Bar and Grill
Penthouse Bar and Grill at Park Hyatt Bangkok is one of the most stylish rooftop venues in the city, and a great place to head after shopping at Central Embassy, which is just below.
Saneh Jaan
Saneh Jaan is an award-winning Thai restaurant located in Sindhorn Tower on Wireless Road in Ploenchit, Bangkok. Known for serving authentic and traditional Thai cuisine, the restaurant is especially famous for its seasonal Khao Chae, a refreshing summer dish.
Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant at Pullman Bangkok
Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant at Pullman Bangkok Hotel G combines fine dining with rooftop views from its 37th-floor location. Known for its extensive wine list and French-inspired menu, Scarlett offers dishes such as charcuterie boards and premium steaks in an elegant setting.
Belga Rooftop Bar and Brasserie
Belga Rooftop Bar and Brasserie at Sofitel Sukhumvit brings Belgian charm to Bangkok’s rooftop scene. Located on the 32nd floor, it offers authentic Belgian cuisine such as mussels and fries paired with an extensive selection of craft beers
Up and Above Bar
Up and Above Bar at The Okura Prestige Bangkok is one of those rooftops that feels calm and elegant from the moment you step in. Located on the 24th floor, it doesn’t reach the dizzying heights of some of Bangkok’s tallest sky bars, but the view over the city is still wide and impressive, especially in the late afternoon light.
Throwback Rooftop Bar
Throwback Rooftop Bar is a modest and reasonably priced rooftop bar located on the 9th floor of the Silom Edge Building, just across the road from the Silom MRT Station. The view of the busy road and the BTS Skytrain passing by regularly in front of Lumpini Park is a good photo opportunity.
EAGLE NEST Rooftop Bar
Eagle Nest is one of those rooftops I keep going back to. It’s not high up like many others in Bangkok, but the view is hard to beat. Located right on top of Sala Rattanakosin Hotel, the bar looks directly across the river to Wat Arun.
InterContinental Bangkok, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Bangkok is a five-star hotel in upmarket Bangkok’s Ratchaprasong district, just a short walk of 200 meters to BTS Skytrain Station Chitlom
Wattana Panich
Wattana Panich in Ekkamai serves one of Bangkok’s best beef noodle soups, simmered for decades in a giant pot. A true local classic.”
Che Chin Khor Temple
Che Chin Khor Temple on Bangkok’s Thonburi side is a small riverside shrine known for its colourful 8-storey pagoda. A quiet stop near Wat Kalayanamit and Kudi Chin.
Benjarong Restaurant – Baan Dusit Thani
Post Views: 1,833 Benjarong Restaurant at Baan Dusit Thani Benjarong is a Thai restaurant inside Baan Dusit Thani, an old white house with a large… Read More »Benjarong Restaurant – Baan Dusit Thani
Be My Guest Restaurant
Discover Be My Guest restaurant Bangkok, a small riverside hideaway tucked between IconSiam and Millennium Hilton. Enjoy authentic Thai food with beautiful river views.
Sala Rattanakosin Bangkok
Sala Rattanakosin is a small hotel tucked into a narrow alley along the Chao Phraya River, just a few steps from Tha Tien Pier. It’s easy to miss from the street, but once inside, the setting is striking
Mandarin Oriental Bangkok
Mandarin Oriental Bangkok is one of those places we keep going back to. It’s not just because it’s luxurious—it’s because everything runs so smoothly, and the staff always seem to remember your name
Sanctuary Bangkok Rooftop Bar
Post Views: 6,078 Sanctuary Bangkok: Rooftop Bar at InterContinental Sukhumvit Sanctuary Bangkok is a rooftop bar that opened in March 2025 on the 34th floor… Read More »Sanctuary Bangkok Rooftop Bar
BNH Hospital – Combining a Holiday and Healthcare
Over the years, we’ve met quite a few travellers who added a medical check or even surgery to their Thailand holiday — and for good reason. Hospitals like BNH in Bangkok offer the kind of modern, top-quality care you’d expect back home and maybe even better, but at a fraction of the price.
Tanbo Chicken Rice
Tanbo Chicken Rice is a small and humble restaurant right on Yaowarat Road in Bangkok Chinatown, next to the famous Hua Seng Hong. It’s easy to miss, but locals and visitors line up for their chicken rice, especially in the evenings.
Blue Elephant Bangkok
Blue Elephant Bangkok is one of those restaurants we like to recommend when friends visit the city and want to experience Thai food in a more refined setting.
10 Affordable Hotels on the Bangkok Riverside
Bangkok’s riverside often feels out of reach for budget-conscious travellers, but it doesn’t have to be. Over the years, we’ve stayed in quite a few hotels along the Chao Phraya, and some of them turned out to be surprisingly affordable.
Tonkatsu Aoki
Tonkatsu AOKI just opened at Velaa Sindhorn Village, and it’s already drawing queues every day, especially at lunch and weekends. I dropped by recently and waited almost 40 minutes before getting a table — and even then, it was a tight squeeze inside.
Baannok Bangkok
Baannok Bangkok on Langsuan Road is one of those places we keep going back to. It’s tucked away on the second floor of Vivre Langsuan, right across from Portico, but it feels more like someone’s living room than a city restaurant.
Baan Langsuan Restaurant
Baan Langsuan is one of those places that’s easy to miss, but once you’ve been, it stays with you. Set inside a restored white wooden house on Langsuan Road, just a few minutes’ walk from Chit Lom BTS, it looks more like someone’s home than a restaurant.
The Pickwick Chronicles
The Pickwicks Chronicles doesn’t look like much from the street — a dark, slightly mysterious building on Langsuan Road with a name that sounds more like a secondhand bookshop than a bar.
Sartoria by Chef Paulo Airaudo
Sartoria by Paulo Airaudo is a hidden gem perched on the 56th floor of Bangkok’s Empire Tower, offering a unique Italian fine-dining experience. Despite its unassuming entrance, the restaurant reveals an elegant setting with panoramic views of the city skyline and Bang Krachao Island.
The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok
The Ritz-Carlton at One Bangkok is the latest name to watch in the capital’s growing collection of ultra-luxury stays. It opened in 2024, and the place feels more like a sleek private residence than a typical hotel.
Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is located at a prime location on Langsuan Road near Lumpini Park. Each of its 362 rooms, including 131 serviced residences, offers a stylish blend of Thai traditional motifs and modern design. The hotel boasts a luxurious spa, an infinity pool in a tropical garden setting, and a pet-friendly policy.
Louk In Louk Jaan
Louk In Louk Jaan is a new restaurant on Langsuan Road, tucked inside Langsuan Road, and it’s already making an impression. This smaller, more casual branch comes from the team behind Saneh Jaan, the Michelin-listed Thai fine dining restaurant just around the corner at the Sindhorn Building.
The Never Ending Summer Restaurant
Never Ending Summer is one of the most stylish restaurants along the Chao Phraya River (Thonburi side), set inside a beautifully repurposed warehouse just next to Millennium Hilton, and not far from IconSiam.
Pratunam Market
Pratunam Market is a massive shopping area located on Phetchaburi Road, Bangkok, right opposite Platinum Fashion Mall.
Lim Lao Ngow Fishball Noodle
Lim Lao Ngow is one of our favourite street food stops in Bangkok’s Chinatown, and even though it’s not right on the main Yaowarat Road, it’s just a short 150-metre walk into a small side street.
Nusara Restaurant
Nusara is one of the best dinners we’ve had in Bangkok for a long time. Chef Ton, a long-time friend, created this restaurant as a tribute to his grandmother, who inspired his love for Thai cooking.
Sathorn, Bangkok
Sathorn is a central district in Bangkok that runs from the edge of Lumpini Park and the new One Bangkok lifestyle complex all the way to the Chao Phraya River. It’s known for its tall office buildings, luxury hotels, embassies, and rooftop bars, but the area also has a more local side.