The buzz: Perhaps no restaurant in Bangkok has more buzz right now than Ore from Dimitrios Moudios. For those still waiting for the exclusive Ore experience, Mitsos is the new spot from the same brains—a more laid back but still high-end eatery that puts big plates on the table. 

 

The space: It also finds itself in Suan Phlu in the space formerly occupied by Beluga, an area that needed a foodie destination upgrade. Guests walk up to a second floor, a dark, romantic vibe awash in blocks of color and a dash of modern kitsch—a llama in sunglasses, the ethereum Bored Ape, a sort of dachshund ouroboros. Sure, it’s a fine dining feel with dark lighting when the sun goes down, but there’s also a sense of fun that buoys the sharing experience. 

 

 

 

The food: Sharing? Sure. But these dishes are still carefully crafted Mediterranean from one of the hottest minds in Bangkok dining right now—a fact reflected in the prices. You’ll find some savory starters that don’t get too complex; the soft simple Parker house rolls come with a seaweed and thyme butter you’ll want to keep by your side for the entire meal, and the bone marrow waffle comes with an adorable little Mitsos branded tin of lumpfish roe. You will, of course, find some Greek flair here, such as the tarama, but this menu goes a little deeper. While the potato chips are certainly one of the biggest on the menu (one most guests have to take away in a doggie bag), the shrimp crudo with chili is a small and complex dish on a thin, delicate base adorned with spices. The superstar of the starters, though, is the massive pile of caesar salad covered in soft shelled crab. Similarly, the squid ink fried rice is a simple dish turned unique with romesco and octopus. While the sea food is the main draw here, there are a few other Mediterranean dishes worth ordering, including the delectable ‘nduja vodka rigatoni, a creamy, moreish dish of pasta. 

 

 

 

The drinks: The wine list here is especially paired to the menu, but they’ve also got quite a few signature cocktails. On the list of classics, try their negroni or the sidecar if you’ve got more of a hankering for cognac. It’s important to note that this is a sharing restaurant, so if you’re a drinker, order for fun, not for pairing. 

 

Why we’d go back: There are a lot of dishes on this menu still left to try, and BK didn’t get a crack at their oysters or their grill. People will go to this Suan Phlu space for the seafood, but there is a hefty list of Australian and Japanese beef that need a look.