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The best restaurants, bars and cafes in Phrom Phong

Explore the dining scene near Phrom Phong BTS station

Thursday June 17 2021

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Phrom Phrong, an affluent Sukhumvit neighborhood, has always been a haven for gastrophiles. There's everything for everyone, from hip restaurants in the shiny malls and upscale eateries in five-star hotels to shophouse restaurants hidden in the alleys and food trucks cooking on the streets.

Thanks to the namesake BTS station, the term Phrom Phong now covers a massive area along Sukhumvit road: Soi Sukhumvit 35 and Soi Sukhumvit 39 (the original Phrom Phong) in the north and Soi Sukhumvit 22, Soi Sukhumvit 24 and Soi Sukhumvit 26 in the south.

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Akira Back

Contemporary Asian
Khlong Toei
price 3 of 4
4 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Sereechai Puttes/Time Out Bangkok

Bangkok’s culinary scene has gotten just a little bit more exciting. Award-winning Korean-American chef Akira Back introduces Thais to his brand of cooking at his namesake restaurant in Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park hotel. Soaring above Sukhumvit on the 37th floor of the five-star hotel, Akira Back breaks new ground by offering cuisine that fuses Japanese, Korean and Western influences. Avid foodies would know who Akira Back is. But in case his name doesn’t ring a bell, Back is a US-based chef whose fame travels across continents. Prior to becoming a world-renowned culinary figure, he was a pro snowboarder and a part-time cook at local restaurants in his hometown of Colorado. Severe injuries from a snowboarding accident prematurely ended his career in extreme sports. Another door opens when one closes; Back decided to shift his path towards the kitchen, starting out as a prep cook at Kenichi restaurant in Aspen. This was soon followed by a senior position at the famed Yellowtail restaurant in Las Vegas, which eventually led to a decision to venture out on his own and launch his namesake brand. Akira Back’s Bangkok outlet is a study in sleek, contemporary Asian décor. Japanese shinto ropes hold up elongated arches and provide an interesting canopy to the entire space. Abstract paintings by the chef's mother adorn the walls. The posh restaurant is an expansive space that can seat up to 100 diners at a time, composed of a main dining room, sushi bar, omakase bar and f

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ABar & ABar Rooftop

Cocktail bars
Khlong Toei
price 3 of 4
5 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Sereechai Puttes/Time Out Bangkok

Posh hotel bars that serve great cocktails are, in most cases, rare in Bangkok. (We usually encounter juice-heavy numbers that skimp on booze). But new waves of establishments, including Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, are doing their best to change this situation. Launched alongside the highly anticipated Akira Back restaurant, ABar impressively combines style with substance by pulling off well-rounded libations in two distinct venues: a Victorian-themed drinking palace and a rooftop drinking space up above. Upon entering the bar, your eyes are met with awe-inspiring, moodily lit interiors that make the most of dark wood, black marble and brass details to pay tribute to Victorian London aesthetics and gritty retro-Manhattan elements. (The whole thing looks like something straight out of the film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.) The outdoor terrace, fitted with apothecary-like cabinets, provide an area for puffing on vintage cigars while looking out to Sukhumvit’s glittering skyscrapers. The bar is helmed by Rojanat Chareonsri, who honed his skills at Nopa Kitchen + Bar in Washington DC and Fillets in Bangkok. The cocktails put the focus on premium dark spirits, so expect whiskey, rum and cognac to make their way into your drink (though we also noticed a couple of gin-based items). Study in Stone is a sour with Nusa Cana rum, sherry cream, citrus oleo saccharum (macerated lemon oil) and lemon (B415). Another offering, The Oxford, smartly reinvents the class

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Pagoda

Chinese
Khlong Toei
price 4 of 4
5 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Sereechai Puttes/Time Out Bangkok

The Pagoda, a Chinese restaurant that purveys authentic Cantonese fare at its best. Pagoda is set in an eclectic dining room decorated with interiors inspired by Chinese pagodas (tiered ones with eaves, not to be mixed up with the pagodas found at Thai temples), which are believed to bless diners with power and wealth. The kitchen is helmed by Hong Kong native Chef Oscar Pun, who spent the past two decades working at notable Michelin-starred restaurants in Hong Kong and Singapore. The kitchen is helmed by Hong Kong native Chef Oscar Pun, who spent the past two decades working at notable Michelin-starred restaurants in Hong Kong and Singapore. Chef Pun whips up Cantonese dishes with much respect to original recipes, using spices and seasoning imported from China. Apart from noteworthy dim sum selections, Chinese food lovers should try the Golden Chicken (B1,280), Pun’s interpretation of Hangzhou’s Chicken Beggar.

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Siam Tea Room

Thai
Khlong Toei
price 3 of 4
Recommended

Marriott Marquis Queen's Park Bangkok

Just because Siam Tea Room has never been on any best Thai restaurants list doesn't mean it ain’t any good. The dining room at the Marriott Marquis Queen's Park Hotel in Soi Sukhumvit 22 is known for churning out comfort Thai dishes as they should be—hot and sweet enough to tickle your taste buds.

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A Stimulant by Sarnies at Dim Dim

Cafés
Phrom Phong
price 1 of 4
5 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Sukhumvit drinking den Dim Dim has collaborated with Singapore-born coffee shop A Stimulant by Sarnies to open a coffee shop within its premises during the day. Owned by Australian entrepreneur, Ben Lee, and Malaysian barista, Eric Chan, A Stimulant by Sarnies started off as a shop churning out hearty burgers in Singapore’s Telok Ayer neighborhood. Its owners saw a business opportunity in Bangkok and later on opened a small roaster-slash-coffee house in the back alley of Sukhumvit Soi 39, offering brews from carefully selected beans and providing a number of cafés around Bangkok with in-house roasts. As in the first Bangkok outlet, A Stimulant by Sarnies’ pop-up at Dim Dim offers single origin brews as well as original Sarnies’ blends such as Picks & Shovels, which mixes beans from Laos, Brazil and the Ban Mai Pattana Farm in Chiang Rai. Giving off a well-rounded flavor with slight chocolatey hints in the end, the blend mixes well with most espresso variations—it’s what they use for their orange mocha (B140), a refreshing pick-me-up that may (or may not) be a playful reference to the drink preferred by the ill-fated models in the first Zoolander movie. The Dim Dim branch, however, carries its own signatures—they serve a cold brew (B100) that’s infused with goji berry and a hint of cinnamon to add complexity to the naturally sweet drink. While you’re there, don’t miss out on the freshly baked brownies (B140), which follows a recipe put together by Ben’s great-grandmother....

Hot Star

Taiwanese
Phrom Phong
3 out of 5 stars
Recommended

The queue is usually long at Hot Star, the Taiwanese fast food purveyor specializing in XXL-sized chicken – it’s probably as big as your face. Hot Star’s chickens – all imported from Taiwan – are fried at 180-degree Celsius until they turn golden. To guarantee the real Hot Star experience, all staff are required to go through 400 hours worth of training before they can kick off with frying your chicken. Available in original and spicy variants, these fillets are best taken with Hot Star’s signature blue lemonade.

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Jones the Grocer

Phrom Phong
3 out of 5 stars
Recommended

If you ever run out of ideas on what to cook for your next meal, pop into Jones the Grocer and go crazy over an extensive range of Australian products including cheese, truffles, bread and pastries. There’s also a high chance you’d end up wanting to eat at their restaurant instead. Order signature dishes like the Salt & Pepper Calamari or the Jones Black Angus striploin – 200g of Australian meaty goodness.

Himalaya Restaurant

Indian
Phrom Phong

This is probably the most authentic Nepalese food you’ll find in Bangkok. Start off your culinary adventure with the chicken momos before delving into more flavorful fare such as the fragrant chicken curry with roti. Don’t forget to order a lassi (yogurt smoothie) to cool you down after the full-bodied meal. They also offer tour services in Nepal and around the Himalayas, and sell Nepalese clothing and home accessories.

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Birdies Bangkok

Phrom Phong

Photograph: Birdies Bangkok

From Little Red Door Paris and The Monte Cristo Hotel, globetrotting bartender Thomas Abd Ali is now shaking (and stirring) things up as Birdies’ new Beverage Manager. Alongside wine wizard Kimi Kiviranna and kitchen queen Chef Jennifer Evans, he’s serving the city a brand-new reason to raise a glass. His debut cocktail program is where Asia flirts with Europe and the results are anything but shy. Sip on green note (pandan, coconut, fig leaf in a lush aromatic mix), get a buzz from the stingless bee’s knees (sweetened with rare honey from Yala’s stingless bees) or keep it cool with appuntamento, a zero-proof amaro that channels Italian aperitivo vibes without the booze. This new chapter officially launched on September 11 and the cocktails are now ready for you to sip and savour. Consider it your invitation to drink across continents without leaving the capital. Birdies Bangkok. Open Thursday-Sunday 11am-11.30pm, Monday 5-11.30pm, Wednesday 11 am-11.30pm. Tuesday closed

Fujiyama GO GO

Japanese
Phrom Phong

Fujiyama GO GO

Fujiyama Go Go serves the “real taste of Nagoya” in a hot bowl. Try Umakara Tsukemen Special (B330), a dish of chewy yellow noodles with five tasty toppings and a super rich broth on the side. Fujiyama Go Go now has four branches in Bangkok on Soi Sukhumvit 39, BTS Phra Khanong, Soi Ekkamai 2, and Thungkhru, and one in Chiang Mai.

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North Restaurant

Thai
Phrom Phong

Photograph: North Restaurant

What is it?: In an old house near the base of Sukhumvit Soi 33, North’s dinner tasting menu might be eye-wateringly expensive, but their lunch is thankfully reasonably priced, and absolutely worth a visit to experience their refined and subtle approach to Northern cuisine. Why we love it: Industrialisation brings growth and prosperity, but it also brings a standardisation. In many ways, that’s a good thing (we’d rather not die of trichinosis), but local delights that for whatever reason aren’t scalable tend to get sidelined. The team at North is part of the new wave of Thai chefs who deeply investigate the history and geography of Thai foodways. North’s cuisine showcases the many migratory waves that came through Lanna, with Yunnan-influenced khao soi that has a camphor quality owing to the heavy use of black cardamom, and Burmese-influenced “pea pillows” that will show you a whole new side of split peas. Time Out tip: There’s nothing more Northern than a khan toke, a collection of little local dishes on a tray that symbolises classic Lanna hospitality. North’s khan toke set for two is a great crash course on the flavours of the region, elevated with wagyu hang le curry and heirloom rice.

Mensho Tokyo

Japanese
Phrom Phong

Suriyan Panomai/Time Out Bangkok

The unique taste of this Tokyo import was created by Tomoharu Shono, who introduced ramen under the concept of “farm to bowl”. Ingredients are sourced from local farmers while specialty items are flown in from Japan. What’s in each bowl? Fresh, handmade noodles, sous vide or fire-roasted meats and a hot milky broth.

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Bankara Ramen

Japanese
Phrom Phong

Photograph: Kenika Ruaytanapanich - Time Out Bangkok

Popular among urbanites, Bankara Ramen has shops in shopping malls stores like Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM. If you love tasty ramen broth, then try Bankara’s pork bone collagen soup, rich and savory in the way that just hits the spot.

OFTR Bar

Phrom Phong

Photograph: OFTR Bar

After featuring as a filming location in One for the Road (2021), the bar retains a film set vibe. From neon signs and red lighting to a mini fish tank and a vintage phone booth, every detail is preserved to reflect the aesthetic vision of directors Wong Kar Wai and Nattawut Poonpiriya. The cocktail menu is also inspired by the film’s characters, with signature drinks including Alice’s dance, Noona’s tears, after the rain and WKW (Wong Kar Wai). Whether you're looking for a dimly lit, classic setting to unwind or you're a true cinephile seeking a moviecore experience, this bar is the perfect place to escape into a cinematic world. Sukhumvit Soi 31, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana. 02-004-2429. Open daily from 7pm-2am.

CCC-Listening Bar

Sukhumvit 24

Photograph: Cannabis Culture Club

Sometimes, a good drink and the right music can transform an ordinary moment into something special. For those looking to unwind with a favourite beverage while enjoying the sounds of music, a vinyl bar run by a Japanese enthusiast of vinyl culture offers the ideal setting. The bar’s aim is to provide a true Listening Bar experience, where you can immerse yourself in the soothing rhythms of jazzy vinyl grooves. A key feature of the bar is its dedication to sound quality with the use of vintage audio equipment. The wooden decor enhances acoustics, absorbing sound and reducing echoes to create a cosy, intimate setting. The music, played through classic equipment once used in cinemas, adds to the bar’s nostalgic charm. You can unwind and savour organic ingredients in your drinks. 4th Floor, Cannabis Culture Club, 635, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110 095-978-9196

Rimshot

Cocktail bars
Sukhumvit 24
4 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Photograph: Tanisorn Vongsoontorn

This bar in Phrom Phong is all about music and everything in between. Drumsticks adorn the walls, instruments are set here and there, and you can enjoy live DJ and percussion performances every night. Come here for cool vibes and music-inspired drinks by head barman Pisit "Jeng" Yooyencharoen.

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Hone

Sukhumvit 24

Photograph: Hone Bangkok

Hone Bangkok exudes zen calm from the moment you enter. Warm, soft light falls on a long counter facing the grill station and staff discreetly glide through the space tending to your every need. It’s an izakaya in spirit but not the cramped, noisy kind. The room leans minimalist Japanese – pale timber, clean lines and thoughtful textures throughout. Food follows the same mood. Start with the exquisite chilled capellini with hotate and ama ebi. It’s clean and bright in both appearance and flavour with ponzu lifting the sweetness of the scallop and shrimp without drowning it. Saikyo miso black cod is buttery and comforting – a flakey fish with a soft sugary edge that stays just on the right side of rich. Pâté and caviar toast is a pleasing table opener, playfully presented on caramelised crisp bread and dusted with salt and microscopic petals. Yakitori is where the kitchen really shines. Tsukune chicken meatball comes glossy with teriyaki and shoyu egg yolk – tender with a light hint of smoke. Reba liver teriyaki is confident and simple, proof that careful grilling beats fancy tricks. Between rounds, the seasonal vegetables – zucchini, pumpkin, lotus root and baby corn – pick up a sweet char and reset the palate. If you’re still hungry, go for the premium cut gokujo beef tongue with Japanese leek which brings depth and much satisfaction. The unagi cream cheese roll sounds curious but works on the plate – eel, omelette and avocado balanced by crunchy puffed rice. Coconut...

Sugar Ray : You've Just Been Poisoned

Sukhumvit 24
4 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Sereechai Puttes/Time Out Bangkok

Sugar Ray was a mainstay in Ekkamai’s nightlife scene for a reason—its creative cocktails and rustic-meets-minimalist speakeasy vibe drew both eclectic hipsters and cocktail connoisseurs to the second floor of Baan Ekkamai. The bar, however, has just gone through a complete makeover, and it includes a new address on Sukhumvit Soi 24. Tucked within new restaurant complex Octo Seafood Bar (we won’t spoil the fun by telling you where the entrance is, but we will say that you have to hunt down a chap that looks as if he’s dressed for Comic Con in the medieval times), the new Sugar Ray is now a sleeker and more dapper version of its former self. Dressed in fine black marble and leather, the dimly lit space now features ample bar seating, which was conspicuously absent in its former digs. In true Sugar Ray fashion, the guys behind the bar are still up for conversation, mostly on cocktails or the bar’s selection of fine whiskey. Head mixologist Vipop Jinaphan and his team have come up with a short list of signature drinks that cater to all kinds of flavor-profile preferences. Un Poco Loco (B420) is a fruity and sour drink that packs a punch with a mix of tequila that's sous-vide with saffron, Amaro, mango, yogurt, lime, salt and bitter. East Coast Boulevard (B420) is a twist on the good old Boulevardier, infusing Bengalese spiced tea into Campari and the smooth blending of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Punt e Mes, and chocolate and grapefruit bitters. Local flavor shines in Born...

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Vistro

Vegan
Sukhumvit 24
4 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Sereechai Puttes/Time Out Bangkok

What is it?: A fusion vegan bistro, serving plant-based versions of familiar favourite comfort foods from around the globe. Why we love it: Vistro was good when it opened in 2019, and it is even better now. The menu knows no boundaries so expect to see dishes from every continent, re-interpreted to plant-based perfection. It says something about the restaurant that the kitchen is almost as extensive as the seating area, which remains informal and inviting for a meal at any time of day. The non-alcoholic drinks menu ranges through kombucha, cold-pressed juices, lattes, smoothies and coconut milk-based shakes. Food-wise, try chili bao bao in soft buns with sweetly glazed meat substitute filling, or vegan crab croquettes that are super creamy in a fried bread crumb case with spicy mayonnaise. For noodle lovers, damn good dan dan combines substitute meatballs with mushrooms, red pepper and dark green bak choy, adding vibrant colours to a mildly spicy soup. In total there is a wide selection of noodles, bowls, wraps, tacos, salads, yum cha items, and cakes that include their famous chocolatey raw Snickers bar with plenty of vegan goodness inside. Time Out tip: Sunday brunch at Vistro is a great way to eat with friends sharing a selection of plates while discussing the various issues of the week. But do not be shy about coming alone, as there is counter top seating to pull up a stool to and scroll, read, or gaze down onto the street below.

Odtomato

Australian
Sukhumvit 24
price 3 of 4
4 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Phavitch Theeraphong

Odtomato, at first glance, seems like just another eatery churning out casual East-meets-West fusion fare in a clean, minimalist setting. But this sleek Sukhumvit restaurant takes it up a notch by offering hearty modern Australian dishes made with top-quality ingredients. Owed by Gavin Vongkusolkit (who’s also behind Kuppadeli café and Glowfish co-working space), Odtomato is dominated by masculine elements such as dark wood and teal-colored furniture. A cocktail bar at the front welcomes guests to the restaurant and serves tipples created by Australian bar master Nick Braun. The menu reveals creative Mod-Oz creations such as a refreshing green gazpacho made with cucumber, green grapes and avocado (B350), and a baked cauliflower and broccoli salad served with a drizzling of Dijon mustard (B275). Heavier plates include Beef Wellington (B1,550) made with premium beef from a farm in Hokkaido. Don’t miss the indulgent sticky date pudding (B225), created following a secret recipe from Gavin’s family. Keeping up with its name (pretty much a combination of “Od”, Gavin’s nickname and “tomato”), the eatery serves plump and fresh tomatoes as a complimentary overture prior to the meal. Odtomato has a great selection of wine, but you can also opt for for one of the cocktails such as the frothy and floral Blossom (vodka, raspberry and elderflower, B355), or the headier Cobbler (B385), which mixes three kinds of sherry (Fino, Palo Cortado and Ximénes) with rum and house-made pineapple...

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Mutual Bar

Cocktail bars
Sukhumvit 24
price 2 of 4
4 out of 5 stars
Recommended

Photograph: Mutual Bar

An old wooden door welcomes you into a classic setting in which wooden tones and brown décor are complemented by warm gold accents. Vintage photos adorn the walls, adding to the nostalgic charm. As night falls, the atmosphere transforms with the glow of red lighting creating a more intimate experience. The cocktail menu offers both classic and signature creations, each inspired by the owners’ personalities and passions. Hendrix’s Garden reflects one owner’s love for music, blending pandan syrup and smoked rosemary for an aromatic twist. Biomimicry brings a refreshing edge with pickled lime, wasabi and celery topped with tonic and finished with an oba leaf garnish. For a playful touch, the S10 Shake takes inspiration from the iconic milkshake scene in Pulp Fiction (1994), serving up a nostalgic yet inventive sip. 5/F, Sukhumvit Soi 24, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei. 02-550-6820. Open daily from 6pm-midnight.

Sauce Coffee at Friend Friend

Cafés
Sukhumvit 24

Photograph: 17_th_

When you think of a department store like Emporium, you might expect a cookie-cutter cafe or just another polished retail space but this new corner is anything but typical. They’ve transformed the old parking lot into a creative hub where craft, design and community come together. Think of it as a little village of ideas: there’s Sauce Coffee, serving up aromatic brews made with beans from Gem Forest Coffee. Right next to it is Colorama, a cheerful eatery that turns every plate into a rainbow of vegetables, proving that healthy can be both colourful and crave-worthy. You’ll also find a curated selection of tableware, with certain handcrafted pieces made exclusively for this space. And perhaps the most unexpected twist – the parking ramp has been reimagined as an open art zone, lined with creative installations and cosy corners where you can sit back, relax and take it all in. Address: 3/F, Emporium, 622 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei. 022-691-240. Open Daily 10am-8pm

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Heng Heng Chicken Rice

Street food
Sukhumvit 24
5 out of 5 stars
Recommended

If you’re tired of overpriced mall food, this food cart parked near the entrance of luxury mall Emporium offers the perfect solution. There is only one thing on the menu: Hainanese-style chicken rice that got all the components right. The fragrant rice is packed with garlicky flavors, while the boiled chicken is juicy and tender. A fried option is also on the offer and the chicken is served crispy and not too greasy. For parties of two or more, a slightly peppery-sweet soup with whole chicken bone is served. Here’s the tricky part—trying to nab a seat is like a game of musical chairs. The minute you spot an empty chair, seize it as fast as you can. Otherwise, the remaining alternative is to take your place in the notoriously long queue for take-away orders—or eat while standing.