Terrace@999

999/5 Sukhumvit Soi 107, 086-326-8107. Open daily 5pm-1am. www.terrace999.com
Situated beside a lake and decorated with wooden decking and elegant sofas, this is probably the hippest spot in the suburb. Split into three sections (lakeside, front of stage and the VIP section which has its own karaoke section), the bar has played host to many famous bands like Endorphin and ETC.—while Klear is playing soon. However, most come here to watch the English Premiere League on a huge screen that sits out on the water.

Tum Tum

333 Sukhumvit Soi 107, Soi Bearing 58, 02-361-3461, 081-854-0889. Open daily 11am-10pm. www.tumtumbkk.com
If you love somtam then this simple spot has got you covered. Tum Tum offers a huge variety of the classic Isaan dishes from your run-of-the-mill somtam Thai (B45) to more original choices like fried somtam (B60). But they also specialize in Southern food, thanks to their Southern-born chef and they really don’t relent on the hot and spicy flavors. We also love the freshness of the ingredients: the owner grows most of the vegetables herself and she also ferments her own pu ma. There is a choice of both outdoor and indoor seating.

VT Nam Nueang

84/3 Bearing 29, Sukhumvit Soi 107, 02-399-5292, Open daily 10.30am-9pm.
Another branch of a famous Vietnamese cuisine chain from Udonthani, well known for their namnueng (sausage with greens and herbs), with its delicious dipping sauce, and fondue talay. You can get four pieces of namnueng for B100 and mhee moo (fried pork) for B90. They also do cheap steaks and pasta if Vietnamese isn’t your thing. Be warned though don’t go hungry as this place only has 30 tables and is always packed which can mean waits of up to half an hour.

Uno Restaurant

849/2 Sukhumvit Soi 107, 02-749-9886, 081-803-2570. Open daily 5pm-10.30pm.
One of the most homely Italian restaurants you could find, it’s popular with the large numbers of foreign teachers in the area as well as the occasional big name news reporters from the Nation. They are most famous for their lasagna (B200) and their ham and cheese topped Uno pizza (B120). With only 10 tables, this is an intimate and friendly spot, where the owner sometimes serves spicy soup according her mother’s recipe for free.

Pluen Pung

333 Bearing 68, Sukhumvit Soi 107, 088-323-0404. Open daily 11am-10pm.
Owned by the same person behind Tum Tum, this noodle place also has lots of fresh vegetables and quality ingredients. With only twenty tables, things are pretty basic, though you do have a choice of either outdoor or air-con seating. The menu includes both noodle and rice dishes but you should definitely try the famous best-selling kuay tiew tom yam tumlueng kai matoom (tom yam noodle soup with bitter veggies and half-boiled egg).

Lanna

750/870 Sukhumvit 170, 02-743-2966-9. Open daily 10am-9pm. www.spalanna.com
With a real emphasis on Northern-style massages this place is pretty unique for offering the original tok sen treatment (B500/90mins). This ancient Thai therapy actually makes use of a wooden stick to release your stress and muscle tension. You can also try their luk pra kob boran treatment (B600/120 mins) which combines Thai Yoga and herbal massages to restore flexibility. They also offer a full range of salon treatments including shampoo and cut. Call for an appointment.

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