9 best places to eat in and around Queen Sirikit National Convention Center

At Thailand’s very first branch of the American seafood chain, you can enjoy giant succulent Maine lobsters that come with the restaurant’s signature sauce and spicy chili dipping sauce that you can only find in Thailand.

The QSNCC branch of this upscale Japanese restaurant prides itself on its uber-minimalist decor, views of the adjacent Benjakitti Park, and a seasonal multi-course kaiseki menu.

This rather tiny cafe that’s famous for its basque cheesecake also serves a number of coffee- and tea-based drinks you can enjoy while gazing at a huge textile art piece hanging on a wall opposite the café.

Keep your eyes peeled for this branch of the famous Kyoto-born coffee house. %Arabica Queen Sirikit Center is located at the top of a picturesque stairway that slopes down to the main foyer, thus great photo ops for your Instagram. 

Located on the 28th floor of the Wyndham Bangkok Queen Convention Centre, this shop is named after a Portuguese-Japanese woman who lived in the 17th century during the ancient Ayutthaya era. While Marie Guimar is said to have introduced Portuguese-influenced golden egg yolk-based sweets to Thai cuisine, the restaurant itself serves a wide selection of classic Thai dishes from different eras. Complementing the beautifully presented food are vintage-style celadon-colored decor and gorgeous views of Benjakitti Park.  

This is one of the few bars in the immediate area—and it’s a rooftop spot. Also set in Wyndham hotel, the bar is inspired by Constantine Phaulkon, Marie Guimar’s infamous Greek husband who was a highly influential figure in King Narai’s court.  Its intimate drinking atmosphere and 360-degree vistas of Benchakitti Park, Chao Phraya River, and Asoke skyscrapers are the bar’s main draws.

Located a short walk from QSNCC, this casual eatery has benefited from internet hype. Diners—and social media influencers—like its fuss-free atmosphere, the affordable comfort food menu (we’re talking B1XX for spaghetti, which is rare in Asoke), and the humble and friendly staff.

For over a decade, the popular 24-hour restaurant of supermarket chain Foodland has become a midnight oasis for late-night stragglers who want a bite to eat before heading home or need food in their bellies to sober up.  

Step through El Mercado’s tiny entrance and you’ll suddenly feel you’re no longer in Bangkok. Locals and expats alike love this hidden brasserie for its array of scrumptious European comfort food, from homemade pasta to fresh oysters, as well as bread, cheese, and charcuterie. 

There are two major food courts in the area: the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center Food Court, which is located on the underground level and serves cheap eats and drinks, and the more upscale Food Republic at The Parq complex, which is dotted with popular restaurant brands.