A year has passed, and it's now time for the new crop of Michelin stars in Thailand for the Michelin Guide Thailand 2024. It's the first time the prestigious award has recognized restaurants in Surat Thani and Koh Samui.
This year, Michelin has awarded a total of 42 stars to 35 restaurants in Thailand.
Chef’s Table, the latest addition to Lebua hotel’s swanky F&B offerings, impressively excels in all the criteria
required of a haute cuisine restaurant. The fact that it’s located on the 61st floor and helmed by a chef who used
to work at a three-Michelin star restaurant is just icing on the cake. Very sweet icing, to be exact.
61/F, Tower Club at Lebua, 1055 Silom Road. 02-624-9555. Open Tue-Sun 6pm-midnight. Closed Mon
When it comes to haute cuisine, the Japanese and the French are probably way ahead of everyone in the pack. The former champions fresh and seasonal produce, always prioritizing natural flavors in a meal, while the latter focuses on sophisticated tastes and intricate techniques. Chef Ryuki Kawasaki, the culinary master at the opulent, two Michelin-starred restaurant Mezzaluna, wonderfully bridges the intricacy of both cuisines, and showcases his skills through a seven-course tasting menu that promises to blow your mind.
1055, 65/F, Le Bua at State Tower, Silom Rd. 02-624-9555. Open Mon-Sat 6pm-midnight. Closed Sun
Back in 2018, popular Thai chef and TV personality Chumpol Jangprai gave life to R.HAAN, an elegant eatery devoted to samrub or traditional Thai-style shared eating, but with a fine-dining approach. Taking its name from the Thai word for food, R.HAAN (pronounced “aa-harn,” not “raan” like we originally thought) is set within a charming white house on Thonglor Soi 9.
131, Thonglor Soi 9, Khlong Tan Nuea. 095-141-5524. Open Daily 6-11pm
As fas as refined Thai cooking is concerned, most diners still look in the direction of royal Thai cuisine, which mostly offers mildly flavored dishes that follow rare recipes taken from ancient cook books. The man behind popular southern Thai eatery Baan Ice, Supaksorn “Ice” Jongsiri, is hoping to change southern Thai fare’s reputation and prove that the feisty flavors of the deep south also deserve attention from epicures by showcasing the cuisine’s more refined aspects at his new restaurant Sorn.
56, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Khlong Toei. 099-081-1119. Open Mon-Fri 6-10pm & Sun 6-10pm. Closed Sat
Twinnies Mathias and Thomas Suhring have partnered with Gaggan Anan, the owner of Asia’s best restaurant, to elevate German cuisine. Sühring serves up a tasting menu of either nine or twelve servings, both of which modernize traditional German dishes. However, the true highlight is the Brotzeit, based on the German bread-centered staple. Homemade sourdough is topped with butter, cripsy pork skin and a pretzel with sour-and-spicy sauce before being wrapped in foil, charcoal-grilled and served with aging Black Forest ham and homemade sauerkraut. Result? One of the best breads in all of Bangkok.
10, Yen Arkat Soi 3, Chong Nonsi. 02-107-2777. Open Wed 5.30pm-8.30pm, Thu-Sun midday-1.30pm & 5.30pm-8.30pm. Closed Mon-Tue
In Bangkok's highly competitive fine-dining scene, Gaa stands out from the rest, thanks to Chef Garima Arora’s willingness to break the boundaries that define Thai, Indian and Western fare. Relying on creativity and sheer audacity, Chef Garima reconstructs these cuisines through a beautiful series of dishes that highlight a meticulous exploration of Thai and Indian ingredients.
46 Sukhumvit Soi 53, Khlong Tan Nuea. 063-987-4747. Open Mon-Fri 5.30pm-midnight, Sat-Sun midday-3pm & 5.30pm-midnight
Three years ago, the name Chudaree “Tam” Debhakham wouldn’t ring a bell. It wasn’t until 2020, when she bagged top honors in the first season of Top Chef Thailand, that the 30-something chef became known to food lovers and reality show buffs across the kingdom as the Chef Tam. Her popularity only increased when she put up modern Thai restaurant Baan Tepa. Set in a large converted compound on busy Ramkhamhaeng, Baan Tepa is where the skillfull chef prepares “creative Thai cuisine” that takes inspiration from local ingredients and recipes.
2369, Ramkhamhaeng Rd, Hua Mak. 098-696-9074. Open Wed-Sun 6pm-11pm. Closed Mon-Tue
Focusing on local ingredients to create elevated Thai fare is nothing new in Bangkok, but only a few fine-dining players have managed to produce results that maximize the complex flavors of each ingredient, at the same time shed light on their origins.
One of the establishments that have succeeded in doing so is 80/20, the Thai restaurant on Charoenkrung Road that describes its dishes as 80 percent local ingredients and 20 percent chef’s creativity. These days, the creativity is attributed to Canadian culinary talent Andrew Martin, who is now on his comeback stint for the restaurant.
1052-1054, Charoenkrung Rd, Bang Rak. 099-118-2200. Open Wed-Sun 6pm-11pm. Closed Mon-Tue
This one-Michelin-starred Thai fine-dining restaurant with a sharing "samrub" style is helmed by legendary David Thompson, who looks to transport you back to 1950s-1970s through old-school recipes like nam prik nakhon ban (chili-shrimp paste drip), gaeng kiew wan (green curry with shrimp) and kanom jeen na pu (rice noodles with crab curry).
5/F Central: The Original Store, Charoen Krung Rd. 02-116-8662. Open Daily 6pm-10pm
Alain Ducasse, the international culinary legend and chef-mentor to some of the most successful chef personalities around the world, has selected Bangkok as the newest location for indulging in his revered culinary offerings. Ensconced neatly in Iconluxe, the luxury shopping zone at Iconsiam, Blue by Alain Ducasse is a world-class gastronomic destination that serves exceptional French cuisine imprinted with the refinement and sophistication for which the legendary chef is praised. Championing delicate flavors, meticulously sourced produce, splendid service, and unrivalled views of the Chao Phraya River, Blue by Alain Ducasse promises an unforgettable restaurant experience.
1/F Iconluxe, Iconsiam, Charoen Nakhon Rd. 065-731-2346. Open Mon midday-2pm & 6pm-10pm, Tue-Wed 6pm-10pm, Thu-Sun midday-2pm & 6pm-10pm.
Tucked on Soi Pridi Banomyong 25, Cadence is an elegantly dressed affair—a complete contrast to the homey
simplicity of Upstairs. Expect an elegant curve banquette, contemporarily styled chandeliers, and soft hues with
touches of gold. At this new restaurant, Chef Dan has found a new stage to showcase his talent and vision. A 15-
course menu is a testament to how he has stepped up his game. Each course demonstrates a delicate balance of
subtle flavors and delivers a more elevated dining experience.
225 Pridi Banomyong Soi 25, Wattana. 091-713-9034. Open Wed-Fri 6pm-Finished, Sat-Sun 12pm-3pm & 6pm-Finished. Closed Mon-Tue
Riley Sanders, the young American chef who steers the kitchen at one Michelin-starred restaurant Canvas, is known for his bold treatment of indigenous ingredients and borderless interpretation of Thai flavors. In his latest offering, the fearless chef once again breaks boundaries, putting forth audacious creations that merge seasonal produce, outstanding flavor profiles and artistic whimsy.
113/9-10 Thong Lor, Watthana. 099-614-1158. Open Tue-Sun 6pm-9.30pm. Closed Mon
Bangkok's fine dining restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine in the classic Thai-style house. By chef Thaninthorn “Noom” Chantrawa, a multiple-award winner, brings a ancient Rattanokosin style to your meal. Special requirements and allergies will also be adjusted to their menus without losing the experience from this restaurant.
Ongkharak Soi 13, Nakhon Chai Si Rd. 061-647-6362. Open Daily midday-10.30pm
This restaurant at the Capella hotel is on of the best path to indulging in dishes created by one of the best chefs in the world
Mauro Colagreco. Located just above the hotel lobby, Côte is hidden away from the public eye to assure utmost
guest privacy. Warm natural light and expansive views of the Chao Phraya River seen through floor-to-ceiling
windows magnify the magical appeal of Cote’s dining chamber—now you know why we prefer going there during
the day.
Capella Bangkok, Charoenkrung Rd. Yan Nawa. 02-098-3818. Open Wed-Sat midday-2pm & 6pm-10pm. Closed Mon-Tue
Situated on the 25th floor of The Okura Prestige Bangkok, Elements, Inspired by Ciel Bleu is a joint venture with the two-Michelin-starred restaurant of the same name at The Okura Prestige Amsterdam. Ciel Blue is known for combining French and Japanese to create a unique gastronomic experience.
25/F The Okura Prestige Bangkok, Witthayu Rd. 02-687-9000. Wed-Sun 6pm-10.30pm. Closed Mon-Tue
It’s been a few years since the farm-to-table food craze flourished in Bangkok. Some restaurants that jumped on this hype aged like milk and later on failed to stand the test of time, but not Haoma.
This Indian fine-dining eatery by Chef Deepanker “DK” Khosla has aged like fine wine. The prolific chef hasn’t stopped pushing the boundaries of the culinary sphere, always utilizing innovative cooking techniques to bring back lost authentic flavors of Indian cuisine, at the same time maintaining sustainable practices by using home-grown produce from his own backyard.
231/3, Sukhumvit Soi 31, Khlong Toei Nuea. 092-891-8222. Open Tue-Fri 5.30pm-11pm, Sat-Sun midday-2pm & 5.30pm-11pm. Closed Mon
When it comes to Chef Andreas Caminada, nothing is simple. The famed Swiss chef is behind Schloss Schauenstein, the restaurant in Fürstenau, Switzerland that holds three Michelin stars and one Green star. After cementing his name and reputation in his own homeland, Chef Andreas made the decision to spread his wings and expand his reach to the rest of the world. He chose Bangkok for his first venture outside of Switzerland. IGNIV, the new fine-dining restaurant at St. Regis Bangkok, ups the standards of fine-dining in the country, but does so in a comfortable and wholesome environment.
The St. Regis Bangkok, Ratchadamri Rd. 02-207-7822. Open Mon-Fri midday-11pm & Sat-Sun 11am-11pm
Recently awarded its first Michelin star, this fine-dining restaurant garners praise for beautifully plated fare that boasts the many vibrant flavors of India. Stunning interiors and lighting design add to the jaw-dropping dining experience.
Langsuan Soi, Lumphini. 062-812-9696. Open Daily 5.30-11.30pm
Chef Wichit Mugura's critically-acclaimed Thai restaurant that elevates Thai cuisine through the use of fine
ingredients and intricate techniques. Inspired from a rice barn, this place elevates local cuisine to another level.
15 Ekkamai Soi 10, Khlong Tan Nuea. 098-829-8878. Open Daily 11.30am-2pm & 5.30pm-10pm
Food lovers, both local and foreign, know who Supinya “Jay Fai” Junsuta is. Hailed the queen of street food by culinary critics and recently featured in Netflix documentary Street Food, the 74 year-old chef has been working behind the wok since the humble restaurant opened some 40 years ago, woking up inarguably the most expensive street food in Bangkok. Locals and visitors line up in front of the restaurant, sometimes for hours, to savor its one thousand-baht signature crab omelet, a fluffy treat filled with lumps of premium crab. (Totally worth the price.) Also popular are the rard na (noodles in thick gravy sauce) and the drunken noodles, both of which are packed with seafood. Heed this warning: never bring in outside drinks, especially the popular orange juice from the pad thai parlor next door.
327, Maha Chai Rd, Phra Nakhon. 02-223-9384. Open Wed-Sat 9am-7.30pm. Closed Mon-Tue
Armed with an education from The Culinary Institute of America and working experience in the some of the world’s
best kitchens—Eleven Madison Park and Jean-Georges, included, Thitid Tassanakajohn or Chef Ton opened Le
Du in Bangkok in 2013 with a mission to revolutionize Thai food. As the name ‚Le Du‛ (a pun on rue doo, which
means season in Thai) suggests, the menu is created around the best local seasonal produce (so expect the
menu to change quarterly) and elevates them with modern touches, inventive cooking and refined presentations.
399/3, Silom Soi 7, Bang Rak. 092-919-9969. Open Mon-Wed 6pm-11pm, Thu-Sat midday-2pm & 6pm-11pm. Closed Sun
From today (Sep 18) until Jan 31, 2025, two-Michelin-starred chef Alex Dilling from Hotel Café Royal in London is in Bangkok, inserting his creative culinary approaches into the kitchens of Le Normandie, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok.
Chef Dilling’s career began at Alain Ducasse's Adour in New York, where he earned two Michelin stars with his team. From there, he earned another two stars at his restaurant Hotel Café Royal in London, just six months after its opening.
48 Mandarin Oriental Bangkok Oriental Ave. 02-659-9000. Open Wed-Sun midday-3.30pm & 6.30pm-11.30pm. Closed Mon-Tue
Le Normandie's ex-head chef Arnaud Dunand Sauthier's self-titled restaurant pays respect to his Alpine roots—from Alpine-inspired wooden interiors to a menu that reflects his experiences as a chef, and boasts flavors and ingredients that he’s discovered from all over the world.
55, Sathorn Soi 10, Silom. 065-639-0515. Open Thu-Sun midday-3pm & 6.30pm-11pm.
It’s been over three years since chefs Michelle Goh and Top Russell carried the name Mia to the top of Bangkok’s fine-dining scene. They opened their restaurant in 2019 in a small two-story house on Soi Sukhumvit 26 (not too far from K Village) with a focus on European fusion fare. Mia’s food may be sophisticated but the restaurant itself is a casual affair, exuding contemporary flair in three different rooms: the welcoming yellow Color Room, the sweet pink Floral Room, and the sleek Dark Room.
30, Atthakawi Soi 1 (Sukhumvit Soi 26), Khlong Tan. 098-862-9659. Open Tue-Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat-Sun midday-2pm & 5pm-11pm. Closed Mon.
San Francisco-based Thai chef Pim Techamuanvivit ensures dining at Nahm, the luxurious Thai restaurant founded by culinary master David Thomspon (which he transported from London), remains one of the most sought-after experiences in Bangkok with the new menu with more delicate flavor.
27, COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, South Sathorn Rd, Sathorn. 02-625-3388. Open Wed-Sat midday-2pm & 6pm-9pm. Closed Mon-Tue
Joe Napol is back in the fine-dining scene with Nawa, a warmly-lit dining room in Ekkamai that aims to transform classic Thai recipes from the central region into progressive cuisine.
Park Lane, Ekkamai Rd, Khlong Tan Nuea. 084-296-2442. Open Mon 6pm-10.30pm, Thu-Sun 6pm-10.30pm. Closed Tue-Wed
Prolific chef Pichaya ‚Pam‛ Utharntham draws inspiration from her Thai-Chinese heritage to create a unique
dining experience at Potog, which is named after the drugstore her Hokkien great-great-grandfather, who settled
down in Thailand 130years ago, founded. The stories—told and untold—of Chinese immigrants are renarrated in
a 20-course menu.
422, Vanich Rd, Samphanthawong. 082-979-3950. Open Mon-Tue 4.30pm-11pm, Thu-Sun 4.30pm-11pm. Closed Wed
While fine-dining chefs normally scramble to make the most out of pricey imported ingredients, Jim Ophorst, the chef de cuisine of Pru restaurant in high-end resort Trisara, is one of the few culinary masters in Thailand that creates Michelin star-worthy culinary wonders out of seemingly “ordinary” produce.
At this minimalist restaurant, Chef Shunsuke Shimomura will take you on a culinary journey that weaves through the gastronomic cultures of multiple continents, blending the flavors of the West and Asia.
4, Sukhumvit Soi 65, Phra Khanong Nuea. 094-798-2897. Open Tue-Fri 6pm-10pm, Sat midday-2.30pm & 6pm-10pm.
What started out as a pop-up eatery known for forging collaborative dining experiences is now one of the most sought-after restaurants in town. Samrub Samrub Thai, helmed by Chef Prin Polsuk, is stylized as a chef’s table restaurant that revives age-old Thai recipes. Recently it was named the 75th best restaurant in the world by the folks behind the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list.
Yommarat Soi, Silom. 099-651-7292. Open Tue-Fri 5.30pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 5.30pm-midnight. Closed Mon
Tucked away behind a discreet façade and heavy wooden doors, Saneh Jaan revels in the most authentic
elements of Thai food culture. Saneh Jaan’s executives are real foodies who, for decades, have traveled around
the kingdom to sample its greatest dishes. The menu reads like a credits list of time-honored classic Thai dishes.
Sindhorn Building, Wittayu Rd, Lumphini. 02-650-9880. Open Daily 11.30am-2pm & 6pm-10pm.
Spearheaded by head chef Thierry Drapeau, Signature at VIE Hotel presents modern French cuisine that's inspired by the Gallic tradition of home-cooked Sunday meals.
VIE Hotel Bangkok, Phaya Thai Rd. 065-950-9742. Open Tue-Sun 6pm-11.30pm. Closed Mon
Located 30-minute away from Bangkok, this one-Michelin-starred restaurant is praised for its old-school Thai flavors, panoramic view of the Chao Phraya River, and picturesque English-style garden.
17/9 Sukkhaprachasan Soi 2, Bang Phut, Pak Kret. 02-583-3748. Open Daily 11am-9pm
Cutting his teeth in his late teens at some of the best sushi restaurants in Tokyo, Masato Shimizu became the youngest chef in New York City to earn a Michelin star back when he was head chef at raw fish temple, Jewel Bako. After relocating to Bangkok with his half-Thai, half-Japanese wife last year, Chef Masato opened his eponymous ten-seater, which serves up to only 20 guests in two seating periods. A 20-course omakase dinner empties the pockets at B4000 (a lot cheaper than Ginza Sushi Ichi), but you may need to reserve a few months ahead due to the long waiting list. This makes Sushi Masato the hottest omakase restaurant in Bangkok.
3/22, Sawatdi Soi, Khlong Toei Nuea. 097-234-1370. Open Tue-Sun midday-2pm & 5pm-10pm. Closed Mon
Chalee Kader promotes Thai khao gang (the ancient tradition of eating rice with side dishes) in his new fine-dining venture. You’ll be taken through a khao gang journey through nine courses and a variety of different flavors.
5/15 Phaya Thai Rd, Ratchathewi. 063-662-3598. Open Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm. Closed Mon-Tue
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