Best restaurants along the Chao Phraya to see New Year's Eve fireworks

If authentic Thai cuisine in a riverside setting sounds like your kind of night, Phra Nakhon Bangkok, located within the Capella Bangkok, is the place to be.

For New Year’s Eve, Phra Nakhon ups the ante with a special buffet featuring seafood platters, Thai classics and Western favourites. Live music sets the mood as you dine in this sun-washed setting by the river. And since it’s at Capella, you’ll have a front-row seat to the hotel’s private fireworks show.

Starts at 6pm
Price: B25,000 per person

Looking for a spot where great food and front-row firework views meet? Phra Nakhon is it.

A New Year’s Eve at Lord Jim’s means dining in style at one of Bangkok’s most iconic spots. Situated in the Mandarin Oriental, this riverside gem serves up stunning views of the Chao Phraya as well as legendary steak and grill offerings. With over four decades of history, it remains a favourite for food lovers seeking a touch of class.

This year, Lord Jim’s invites guest to a Casino Royale-themed evening with a Western set menu crafted specially for the occasion. The celebration kicks off at 7pm, with the Mandarin Oriental’s signature fireworks lighting up the night as the clock strikes midnight.

Starts at 7pm
Price: B23,000 per person

For a countdown experience with elegance and an unbeatable view, Lord Jim’s is a winning choice.

Looking for a New Year’s Eve with a twist? OXBO Bangkok at the Millennium Hilton is turning up the charm with a circus-themed celebration on the Chao Phraya River. 

This year, OXBO is pulling out all the stops with a six-course wine dinner at its newly opened venue on level 3. Expect plates that are as exciting as the fireworks show to come. Bubbly, delicious desserts and all the circus wonder you needed to kick off your 2025 right. Plus, the venue offers a perfect view of the fireworks display.

Starts at 6pm
Price: B12,000 net per person

It’s a little magical, and a whole lot of fun – perfect for saying goodbye to 2024 with a bang.

Ring in the New Year with a feast and fantastic fireworks. Palmier at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok is offering a memorable celebration with Michelin-starred chef Guillaume Galliot serving up brasserie classics with a festive twist.

Begin your celebration with cocktails from 6:30pm to 7:00pm, followed by a multi-course dinner featuring highlights such as Alaska king crab with coconut dressing and caviar. End the night with a pear caramel dessert paired with pear sorbet.

Choose between the riverside terrace for great views of the fireworks or indoor seating for a cozy but elegant celebration. 

Starts at 6:30pm
Price: B20,000 per adult (indoor seating),
B22,000 per adult (riverside terrace seating)

Looking for great food and spectacular fireworks? Palmier has you covered.

If you’re in the mood for a festive gala dinner with an international buffet, including crowd-pleasers like fresh lobster, Nava Restaurant on the ground floor of The Salil Riverside Hotel is your go-to spot. It offers the perfect views of the property’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display over the Chao Phraya River.

The night doesn't stop at delicious food – Nava Restaurant elevates the celebration with a programme that includes a live concert by Thai pop legend J Jetrin, a dance show and a DJ spinning tunes to keep the energy high. 

Starts at 6pm
Price: B14,900++ per person

For a festive New Year’s Eve with gourmet dining, live entertainment and fireworks, Nava Restaurant is the spot.