Sukhumvit Area
55 Pochana
Where hi-so and hipsters alike end up after partying in the area. The popular 55 Pochana sits at the beginning of the soi, with every dish made-to-order. The must-tries are the ped pad kraprao (stir-fried duck and basil) and dok kajon pad kai (stir-fried flowers with egg,...
Banyan Tree
Sun-Thu: International buffet dinner at Romsai at B1,472 from 6-10:30pm.
21/100 South Sathon Rd., 02-679-1200. Open daily 12-2:30pm, 6-10:30pm
Dusit Thani
Wed: The Pavilion offers a French buffet dinner at B1,888 (with two glasses of red wine) with dishes including lobster thermidor...
1.) Kiintim (B35) (BK PICK!)
Kiintim strikes a good balance of flavor: sweet and creamy with a real taste of coconut courtesy of some delicious little fleshy chunks. It also gives off a pleasant aroma. The only complaint might be that it’s a tiny bit too sweet.
Verdict: All smiles.
In front...
While many Bangkokians are hooked on their daily cup of coffee, most are still opting for syrupy caffeine hits. With cafés popping up on every corner in Bangkok, BK takes a look at some independent establishments run by owners who are looking to elevate our coffee appreciation in line with the...
Road Bike
Aran Kamonchan, owner of Aran Bicicletta Cicli & Cafe
I opened a bike café in Soi Ari (Phaholyothin 7) and we’ve been gathering more and more people that enjoy riding bicycles ever since. We also have a cycling team called “Aran Bicicletta Cycling Club."
When I was...
Siang Ki Khao Tom Pla
For almost a hundred years, Siang Ki has built a reputation for its scrumptious khao tom pla (B250). Although located in a hidden part of Yaowarat, it still attracts large crowds hankering for a taste of this delicious fish dish. The owners claim that their rice soup recipe...
1.) New Yong Hua Pochana (B35)
This legend of Tha Prachan has been around for exactly 50 years, but few would recognize its real name as it’s usually just called “guay tiew ped Tha Prachan.” A real favorite among locals, the friendly third-gen owners are renowned for whipping up...
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Enjoy a magical perspective on Bangkok with a romantic and unique twilight cruise down Bangkok's River of Kings, the Chao Phraya, on one of the Shangri La...
Baan Mae Yui
An institution of the Ari neighborhood, we wish Baan Mae Yui was right next to our office due to its wonderful lunchtime single dishes. But when summer hits, we want nothing more than their khao chae (B200), whose recipe has its origins in Ayutthaya. We particularly like their shredded...
Blue Elephant
Opened: 1980
What they say: It all started in Brussels where Chef Nooror Somany Steppe and her team decided to take the concept of Royal Thai cuisine to the world. Since those beginnings, it can now count on 11 venues worldwide. With a major focus on delicate presentation, they...
