Out with the new, in with the old: Inside the new retro-themed Bangkok’78
A blast to a delicious past
When you hear the phrase “Thailand’s greatest hits,” you’re probably imagining old(er) Thai films or songs from our parents’ days. But at the Sindhorn Midtown Hotel Bangkok, Vignette Collection’s new Bangkok’78 restaurant, “greatest hits” refers to more than just the country’s various artistic traditions, and also highlights the long, rich, and flavorful history of Thai cuisine.
Combining the general sleek and hip decor that makes up the rest of the hotel with detailed nods to Thai history, Bangkok’78 provides guests with a fun yet authentic retro Thai experience that whisks you back to the country’s golden days.
Let’s first talk about the interior:
Photo: Sindhorn Midtown Hotel Bangkok
Now for the good stuff, aka, the food. We should clarify that this isn’t just some gimmicky venue where intricate, gorgeous decor is meant to make up for mediocre plates. In fact, the food at Bangkok’78 is about the furthest you could get from ‘mediocre.’ In collaboration with Saneh Jaan, a one-Michelin star Thai restaurant, the menu pays homage to some of Thai cuisine’s classics.
Our personal favorites include their khao pad rod fai fried in
While the Thai dishes are certainly the stars of the show, there are also Western dishes for guests who want to mix things up — who says you can’t have coq au vin for your main and mango sticky rice for dessert? (Not us!)
Photo: Sindhorn Midtown Hotel Bangkok
Given the range of the menu and the chill, funky vibes, we can absolutely see this being a perfect not-too-stuffy but not-too-casual venue for your next date/friend catch-up/birthday party/any other occasion you have coming up. There are also private dining rooms that can be booked for work meetings or
Bangkok’78 is located on the second floor of the Sindhorn Midtown in downtown Bangkok. You can check out more pictures of their menu on their Instagram, and make reservations via their website or by calling 02-796-8888.
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