Top Tables Champions—BK Magazine’s new dining series with the award-winning chefs of Top Tables—is open for pre-booking! We’ve partnered with over 20 of the most highly regarded restaurants in Bangkok to offer diners amazing offers on fixed price menus and other culinary experiences from Mar 21 - Apr 7.

 

Just how good? Prix fixe menus start from just B1,500++ per person at restaurants where at other times of the year you could be waiting months to book.

 

While general booking opens this Mar 4, the pre-booking period for Citi credit card members opened this morning. Check out all the restaurants—and what BK’s said about them—below together with a glimpse at their Top Tables Champions menu.

 

Please note that only bookings via Citi credit cards will be accepted until Mar 3. 

 

 

The place: From a warm, rustic space just off Charoenkrung, chefs Chalee Kader (Surface, Holy Moly) and Randy Noprapa (Fillets) reward diners for taking the plunge into the world of local offcuts. Drawn heavily from Isaan and the north, dishes like the beef entrails in spicy soup and charcoal-roasted bone marrow really make you question all the fuss over premium meat—and have you coming back for more.

The event: 100 Mahaseth Tasting Menu 2019

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 22 - Apr 02

 

 

The place: 2019 saw Charoenkrung's hipster hangout go upscale: kitchen bar seats, tasting menu, wine pairing and craft cocktails. Fermentation remains at the heart of chef Napol Jantraget's 13-course menu, whether it’s a sinfully crisped slice of pork belly topped with infused mushroom and served with a fermented chili sauce or a tangy coconut cream with smoked goby fish. Desserts by Japanese pastry chef Saki Hoshino forego sweetness in favor of sublimely challenging new flavors.

The event: Chef Napol & Chef Saki’s Personal Reinterpretation of Thai Food and Seasonal Ingredients

Price: 2,200++/ person

Dates: Mar 27, Mar 29 - 31

 

 

The place: When eating at the sky-high Bangkok outpost of American-Korean celeb chef Akira Back, make sure you order to share. The menu's designed for it, and doing so means you won't miss out on trying highlights from the umami-rich and crispy-chewy wagyu tacos to the crispy tuna sashimi pizza to the grilled octopus with smoked jalapeno sauce.

The event: 4 Course Menu

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 23 - 28, Mar 30 - Apr 04, Apr 06 - 07

 

 

The place: Through a menu that charts in-house rotisserie meats, unctuous stews, Mediterranean seafood and incredible homemade pastas, chef Paolo Vitaletti’s home-style interpretation of Italian cuisine is as close as the city comes to true trattoria dining. Rarer, seasonal items come and go to complement the Roman family recipes, but what seemingly never changes is the restaurant’s mix of class and casual charm, only heightened by an excellent wine list.

The event: Appia’s 4 Course Menu

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 21 - Apr 07

 

 

The place: Chef Thitid Tassanakajohn (of the one Michelin-star Le Du) retreats from the modernist culinary techniques he learned in New York in favor of homey, everyday Thai meals. Co-run by his younger brother Chaisiri and girlfriend Manintorn Maksiri, Baan dishes out unpretentious meals which prove chic, high-quality dining can be delivered at pocket-friendly prices—and in a strikingly modern yet inviting space.

The event: Baan's special Top Tables Champions sharing set menu

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 25, Mar 27 - 31

 

 

The place: For years, Enoteca has been among the top of Bangkok’s Italian restaurant scene for all the right reasons: delicate food bursting with traditional flavors, rustic dining room, huge wine list and personable service. Head chef Stefano Borra (formerly chef-owner of the one-Michelin-starred Ristorante VO) has kept up the reputation for comfortably priced degustation menus that aim for Piedemontese flavors. The huge wine menu spotlights Borolo.

The event: 3 Course Enoteca Degustation Menu

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 24 - 29

 

 

The place: Unique, daring an challenging, Front Room defies labes. Chiang Rai-born head chef Fae Chummongkhon graduated culinary school in Denmark before working the top New Nordic kitchens (Noma included). Waldorf put their faith in Fae's tasting menus that don't just rely on imported expensive ingredients. Her egg yolk with rich mussel veloute is a must-eat.

The event: Chef Fae’s Nordic-Thai Tasting Menu

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 25 - 31

 

 

The place:This modern two-story wood house with backyard views is the brainchild of two Indian chefs, Deepanker Khosla and Tarun Bhatia, who are both zealots for the farm-to-table and zero-waste approach. Taste the edible house-grown greens and tantalizing Thai produce in the nine-course "Neo-Indian Local Menu".

The event: 9-Course Neo-Indian Local Menu

Price: 1,990++/ person

Date: Mar 22 - 24, Mar 26 - 30

 

 

The place: Il Fumo, under the direction of Chef Nelson Amorim, proposes new-wave Portuguese cuisine—long for the past, respect for the tradition, care for great produce, yet not afraid to look outward and be inspired by other cultures. The restaurant was founded in late 2015 by food-obsessed couple Choti and Debby Leenutaphong (Vesper, Via Maris, La Dotta, La Dotta ‘La Grassa’ and 80/20).

The event: Top Tables Champions 5 Course Menu

Price: 1,900++/ person

Date: Mar 22 - 31

 

 

The place: From the gorgeous 1960s house and garden to the hyper-vigilant service and unctuous curries, this restaurant has represented the peak of northern Indian dining in Bangkok for over a decade. If it’s a well-executed butter chicken or chicken tandoori you want, this is the place. The 10-course tasting menu takes the cuisine in a more modern, but no less rewarding, direction.

The event: 6 Course Journey (Non-Veg or Veg) with Wine Pairing

Price: 1,600++/ person (non-veg); 1,400++ (veg); additional 1,200 for wine pairing

Date: Mar 22 – 31

 

 

The place: Nestled deep down a residential Charoenkrung soi, far removed from the Japanese hotbed that is Sukhumvit, this sleek modern izakaya is providing the fuel for many a big night out. To go with the plentiful sake, shochu and umeshu, chef Chet Atkins deals in Japanese-style grilled skewers that showcase both excellent produce and expert preparation.

The event: Omakase tasting menu with optional sake pairing

Price:  1,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 22 - 29

 

 

The place: The passing of Joel Robuchon in 2018 drew an outpouring of grief from all over the restaurant world. At the Bangkok outpost, head chef Olivier Limousin continues to treat us to the maestro’s exceptionally high and consistent standards for French cooking (and, yes, that mashed potato), while simultaneously leaving his own indelible mark. Not many places in town do fine dining quite like here. Luxurious ingredients star in Gallic food that's refined without losing its heart. That might mean steak tartare coated in Perigord black truffle shavings on a bed of baby mache leaves; Sologne Imperial caviar in a lobster jelly; or a Challans duck breast and foie gras duo served with Robuchon’s super-silky, buttery mashed potatoes.

The event: Surprise 4-course Menu

Price:  1,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 25 - 31

 

 

The place: Head chef Andrea Ortu’s menu brims with serious D.O.P. produce scoured from the lengths of Italy—a rich Sicilian pistachio paste to cut through a plate of Brittany lobster and clam gnocchi, a Pecorino cheese foam atop unctuous lamb fragola. Old classics include founder Luca Appino's black truffle cheese risotto and the buffalo mozzarella caprese salad.

The event: Top Tables Champions Dinner

Price:  1,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 24 - 25, Mar 27 - 30

 

 

The place: Chef Francesco Lenzi, the mastermind behind Top Tables mainstay Lenzi Tuscan Kitchen, heads in a casual bistro direction. Here, amid a bustling deli atmosphere, Lenzi draws on the recipes of his grandmother, Nella, who he credits with teaching him how to cook. Cured meats and cheeses from Lenzi’s own family farm in Tuscany feature throughout the menu, as toppings on thin-crust pizza and in dishes like maiale tonnato (roasted pork loin with quail eggs and tuna sauce).

The event: Two Person Set Menu with Prosecco

Price: 3,000++/ couple

Date: Mar 22 – 27

 

 

The place: The multi-story showpiece steakhouse atop the Park Hyatt goes all out. The interior of walnut woods and marble is stunning. The menu of red meat and seafood jumps straight to the premium stuff. The cocktails hit the price-to-quality sweet spot. This is prime date-night material.

Price:  2,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 22 - 31

 

 

The place: This collaboration between French restaurateur Frederic Meyer (Issaya Siamese Club and Namsaah) and Italian chef Luca Apino (La Bottega di Luca) takes an Italy-meets-France approach to pizzas. Pumped out of two massive ovens from Italy, the pizzas here are delicate and refined affairs that often bear extravagant toppings, To that end, try the Mortadella truffle option with organic tomato sauce, fior di latte mozzarella and black truffle sauce.

The event: Family Style Set Dinner

Price:  1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 24 - 30

 

 

The place: This collaboration between French restaurateur Frederic Meyer (Issaya Siamese Club and Namsaah) and Italian chef Luca Appino (La Bottega di Luca) takes an Italy-meets-France approach to pizzas. Pumped out of two massive ovens from Italy, the pizzas here are delicate and refined affairs that often bear extravagant toppings, To that end, try the Mortadella truffle option with organic tomato sauce, fior di latte mozzarella and black truffle sauce.

The event: Family Style Set Dinner

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 24 - 30

 

 

The place: R.Haan is the new Thai fine-dining operation from celebrity chef Chumpol Jangprai, which is all about seasonal ingredients in a traditional setting reminiscent of the early Rattanakosin era. Set menus feature charcoal-grilled chicken with chili sauce, hard-to-find dishes like coconut-smoked pork sausage served with ground fish, roasted rice and coconut milk, and royal Thai cuisine highlights like crispy rice noodles with sweet and sour sauce made from bitter orange peels, and aromatic kaffir lime in sweet and refreshing syrup.

The event: 4-course Set Menu with Amuse Bouche

Price: 1,800++/ person

Date: Mar 22 - 26, Mar 29

 

 

The place: Perched 47 floors above Silom, with river views to boot, this wine bistro combines well-executed French comfort food, chargrilled Aussie steaks and a long, long wine list into one sleek yet affordable package. The charcuterie and cheese platters also come highly recommended—just be sure to book well ahead for a spot on the terrace.

The event: Scarlett 3-course set menu

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Mar 22 - Apr 07

 

 

The place: This welcoming Sathorn back-street institution makes the most of its incredible produce. Aside from a la carte, chef Stefano Merlo’s tasting menus offer a fun, interactive version of Italian fine dining, pairing dainty creations like a burratta-stuffed tomato caprese salad with heftier meat and pasta plates, including darn-near the best lasagna you’re likely to find.

The event: 4-course Set Menu with Venetian, German and Sensi options

Price:  1,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 25 - 27, Mar 29 - 30

 

The event: Sensi Jazz & Wine Evening at Kanvela House

Price:  2,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 28 – 28

 

 

The place: Sorn is the latest to try and remedy Bangkok’s insatiable hunger for southern Thai cuisine—and it’s not to be missed. This spot sees Supaksorn Jongsiri, the owner of Baan Ice, go back to his roots once more in a refined and elegant setting. Sourcing ingredients fresh daily from across 14 southern provinces, his approach to cooking focuses on traditional techniques, from charcoal and clay pot cooking, to pressing and squeezing fresh coconut juice. The menu offers five courses which take on the customary Thai sharing style; the yellow curry with young mangosteen and gu fish is fresh and fragrant, whilst the morning glory with coconut rice and baby shrimps is a must-try.

The event: Lunch Set Menu with Amuse Bouche

Price: 1,500++/ person

Date: Apr 02 - 07

 

 

The place: This carnivore heaven serves premium steak, tasty tapas bites and cocktails in a deli store concept. An open kitchen, patterned black tiling, pink walls and rattan chairs lend it a swanky yet fun feel. For serious grill dishes, prime cut steaks include Black Angus from Australia's Rangers Valley, oven-baked Chiang Rai chicken and Australian lamb chops. Smaller plates like the platter of jamon Iberico and serrano are perfect to nibble on while sipping on a classic cocktail.

The event: For the Love of BBQ

Price:  1,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 23 - 24

 

The event: ONE beef 3 ways

Price: 1,500++

Date:  Mar 25 - 28

 

 

The place: There's a serene sophistication to chef Dan Bark's intimately scaled chef's table restaurant above the Danish craft beer bar Mikkeller. While the dining room keeps things Nordically simple—walls are a subtle, cool mint, lighting is bright yet inviting—the tasting menu bursts with impactful and labor-intense flavors, like the Alaskan crab with fresh cucumber, sweet coconut and citrusy kalamansi, or the rich dark chocolate dessert with hints of orange, walnut and jalapeno. A new pairing with Danish wines also reveals rich and fruity flavors unlike anything else in town.

The events: 4 Course Tasting Menu with Optional Craft Beer Pairing

Price:  1,500++/ person

Date:  Mar 19, Mar 26, Apr 02, Apr 09