Pastel & Monochrome (Thonglor Soi 25, Bangkok, 02-713-5949. www.pastelandmonochrome.com) clearly embraces a homey vibe. Located in a two-story retro house, the dining room is dark and moody with plenty of vintage furniture, while there’s also a well-landscaped garden for you to chill out in. The food covers every cuisine from Italian to Japanese to tapas; the team recommends you try the spicy chicken with blue cheese dipping sauce (B190), tuna and wakame with wasabi and mayo dressing (B240) or the Australian rib eye steak (B900).