No where does Indian cuisine quite like Bangkok—a mix of history, fine dining flair, and comfort food. At BK’s Top Tables 2024, Indian restaurants made their mark, but this city has a few hidden spots and street food stops that need a visit. Top Tables is sponsored by UOB, W Bangkok, W Koh Samui, Gulp BKK, SKYY Vodka, Giffard, Suntree Brewing, OG Kratom, Chiang Mai Beere, Vivin Grocery, and Topgolf Thailand.

Gaa  
 

This year, Gaa ranked as No.2 at BK’s most recent Top Tables and also took home the Best Tasting Menu. Gaa is a mix of modern and classic that does something rare with fine-dining: It makes it fun. A long time favorite of Thonglor diners, this spot isn’t just about the food, it’s about the vibe, the service, and creating Indian fare that defies definition. So much of high-end Indian cuisine in Bangkok is centered around a sort of tourists’ journey around the country, but the tasting menu at Gaa is always a show of this chef’s prowess—and she is unstoppable.Found at an unforgettable 60-year-old Thonglor baan ruen Thai-style building, the restaurant is heavy on making bold, ingredient-forward decisions that set the standard for modern Indian fine dining in Bangkok. 

Inddee 
 

The fare comes from the mind of charismatic head chef Sachin Poojary, and this year this hotspot launched a new menu. With nine courses (including a veggie option) and seven courses it stays true to the venue’s storytelling style. The venue is, frankly, unforgettable, a century-old Langsuan awash in smooth, warm tones and a futuristic, mid-century modern appeal—complete with jungle vibes outside. This still fairly new spot really hit the ground running. At Top Tables in 2024, they ranked at No.7 took home both the Best Wine List, and they also managed to garner a Michelin star in their first year of operation, retaining it in November. 

Jhol 
 

Jhol is both a beloved fine dining restaurant and a staff favorite. A No.11 pick for Top Tables and the running Best Value Award pick; no one seems to be able to knock Jhol off its perch for value for money—and that certainly makes it a hit around the office that can compete with any of the venues with a Michelin star on their door. From the mind and kitchen of the inimitable Chef Hari Nayak, you can walk in for a memorable a la carte experience, but for their tasting menu, you’ll walk away full and educated. Over the last year, they’ve boasted some pretty interesting takeovers, including Slink & Bardot out of Mumbai and Bangkok’s own Birdies.

Haoma 
 

Haoma's zero waste dining experience speaks volumes about their commitment to sustainability. Led by Chef Deepanker Khosla, previously of Charcoal Tandoor Grill & Mixology, the venue sources ingredients locally. If it’s not from their very own urban garden then the ingredients are plucked from their Minburi farm. The produce is delicately arranged into contemporary Indian tasting menus and features a veggie-friendly alternative. The current 15-course menu displays their finest Minburi lamb, which has been aged for 14 days before being placed on the hibachi grill to get that smoky sear. 

Jharokha 
 

Jharokha has been blowing up since it opened in 2024, all from the minds behind Indus. Helmed by Chef Sanket Hoskote, Jharokha by Indus is a showcase of easy-to-understand yet finely crafted Indian cuisines. The art deco interiors and its very own in-house bar inspired by polo clubs are complemented by the view of the Ploen Chit skywalk. Stay tuned because BK will have some more info for you next week on their new menu items. 

Gaggan Anand Restaurant 
 

Gaggan had a big year with the launch of LV The Place Bangkok with Louis Vuitton, but the diners in Bangkok are still interested in the celebrity chef’s older spot.The chef himself has spawned almost as many column inches as he has dishes. The eclectic Gaggan Anand as his limited seating, 22-course menu is beloved among Bangkok foodies as much for the show as for the fare. There’s no other word to describe it other than “spectacle”. For anyone interested in fine dining in Bangkok—especially out-of-towners—this is often the first spot on their list.

Tapori  New
 

The restaurant features meticulously crafted dishes inspired by traditional recipes he collected during his travels across India. With a menu showcasing 29 of the 300 dishes discovered, Tapori promises "an unseen, unexplored, and unforgettable" journey through India’s culinary heritage. The dishes feature handpicked ingredients from India’s 28 states, including the Sindhi-style breakfast dish dal pakwan and gobhi musallam. And, this year, Tapori really worked its way into our hearts with its collaboration with Arowmkwan—now a regular Sunday event. 

Nila New

Nila is the new kid on the block, found at the plush Amari Bangkok, and with the talents of Chef Bharath S Bhat. The tasting menu here is coastal with a special emphasis on Goan food, the west coast tourist haven famous for its use of seafood, coconuts, and spice. The interior of Nila on the 5th floor boasts an early 20th century vibe of colorful windows and wood interior touches.

Charcoal Tandoor Grill & Mixology

You just have to love a space like Charcoal—a little nightlife, a little high end dining. They’re always on hand for a party, and they always bring quality bites from the tandoor grill. Table service, dancing, great drinks—there’s a lot to enjoy about this spot at Fraser Suites Sukhumvit. 

Punjab Grill

Radisson Suites hides a long-time Bangkok favorite in Punjab Grill. Now, this space has a somewhat wider currency with Indian fine dining in India and locations in Abu Dhabi and Singapore, but sleek interior and expertly curated Indian dishes make this a spot for both elevated fare and classic comfort food. 

Benares

This space is a fine dining gem you wouldn’t expect to find on Sukhumvit Soi 13. The interiors are dark, and they’re bringing out carefully curated Indian fare that stays close to the roots but takes the flavors up a notch. And, well, it’s fun. If you want to see how far they can take a chicken dish, check out their chicken tangri awadhi with three drumsticks in shot glasses with different flavors. 

Indus

Indus has been an innovator on Bangkok’s Indian food scene for years now, and Bangkok isn’t getting tired of them any time soon. So many places try to ride the line between comfort food and fine dining and land on neither, but Indus is the Bangkok master of both worlds. While the venue itself is reason enough for a visit, in the kitchen they take their ingredients and preparation seriously. Don’t miss their seven-hour slow-cooked lamb leg.

Baba

Popping up only a year ago, Baba was really one of the first restaurants to really grab attention at Marche Thonglor with their jackfruit samosas and their use of fire and smoke to prepare their dishes. It’s cozy but still upscale, and the ingredients of each dish are imported from India to preserve authenticity.

Al Saray

Bangkok has known about Al Saray for a long time, one of the many spots that mixes in Middle Eastern and Indian fare, but the brand got an extra jolt earlier this year when they opened their third space in Sathorn about six months ago. The new space has an unmissable red brick exterior, high ceilings, and the classic fare they’re known to curate. While this is a list of Indian restaurants, their hummus list can’t be missed. 

Ms. Maria and Mr. Singh

If you get points for creativity on Bangkok’s Indian dining scene, Ms. Maria and Mr. Singh is in a league of its own. This truly unique narrative of Mexican and Indian isn’t just a gimmick; it’s a real effort to marry the food—and some very delectable drinks—to create something new. Coming to Bangkok from the mind of Gaggan Anand, expect bright colors, expert service, and keep an eye out for fun collaborations. 

Chowpati

Skip the fine dining and head to Chowpati for some Indian street food served in fast food style on Sukhumvit Soi 13. The lights are high, the venue is unique, and the menu is truly gigantic. The options run from Chinese and Nepalese mixes to traditional Indian street food items that might be completely new to you. It’s an intimidating selection to be sure, but the prices here are right to be bold. 

Amritsar

With spots on Sukhumvit Soi 11 and 22, this is a space Bangkok knows well. For convenience, the space on Soi 22 comes with a cosy but colorful interior that’s casual enough to sit around and have a few cocktails or beer. On the menu, as you might expect from the name, you'll have plenty of northern Indian dishes. The mutton handi is a favorite, but don't forget a cooling rabri or kulfi to finish off the meal. 

Sri Ananda Bhawan

We’ll round this off with a staff favorite that’s easy on the wallet—especially since we moved our offices to Sathorn. Of the many Indian spots in this area, this is a favorite because of its prices, authenticity, and variety. You won’t get frills at this space, but you’ll get a menu you know full of the Indian dishes you love. Our favorite is to grab a chicken thali set for B220 or some masala dosa and wash it down with a mango lasi and a pistachio kulfi.