Travel Tips Bangkok
Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Bangkok, where traditional flavors meet modern dining experiences. Whether you’re seeking a cozy dessert shop or a breathtaking rooftop view, Bangkok’s diverse food and drink offerings promise an unforgettable adventure. Dive into our travel tips and uncover the best spots to savor this dynamic city!
RESTAURANTS IN SUKHUMVIT DISTRICT
Sri Trat Restaurant and Bar
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Rung Rueang
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Popular destination for Thai street food (Pork Noodles) produced in a compact, unpretentious setting.
Sukhumvit 38 Mango Sticky Rice
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Prim
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Wattana Panich
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Down-to-earth operation serving goat stew, beef hot pot & other old-school dishes.
RESTAURANTS IN CHINATOWN
Lim Lao Sar Fishball Noodle
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After 60 years in business, the family boasts multiple branches, but this original branch is in Chinatown. The bouncy fish ball concept definitely lives up to its name. Made from fresh fish and no flour, they’re served with Chinese noodles and wontons, and leave a joyful aftertaste.
Restaurant POTONG
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Traditional and novel converge at this Thai-Chinese fine dining restaurant from chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij. Set in a historical Sino-Portuguese building that used to be Pam’s family’s Chinese pharmacy, Potong blends rustic and modern décor from ground floor bar to rooftop chill space. Her progressive tasting menu is infused with storytelling and hits its peak with aged duck breast.
A Ee Wan Yen (อี้หวานเย็น)
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A Ee Wan Yen (อี้หวานเย็น) is a charming Bangkok dessert shop specializing in traditional Thai-style ice desserts and refreshing beverages. The cozy, inviting space offers a laid-back atmosphere, perfect for a sweet escape from the city heat. Their menu centers on the classic Thai “wan yen” (sweet and cold), featuring various shaved ice treats. A signature item is the popular Coconut Snow, a shaved ice dessert topped with coconut milk and sticky rice. With its focus on nostalgic Thai flavors and an affordable price point, it offers a great, cooling indulgence.
Khao Gaeng Jek Pui (Je Chie)
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Khao Gaeng Jek Pui (Je Chie) is a legendary, no-frills street food stall in Bangkok’s Chinatown, famous for its delicious and affordable Thai curry and rice (khaogaeng). Operating for over 70 years, it is a local institution celebrated for its rich, homemade curries like the Yellow Curry with Pork (kaengkarimoo).
Wallflowers Cafe
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Wallflowers Cafe, hidden in Bangkok’s Chinatown, is a whimsical, multi-story venue celebrated for its stunning, immersive floral décor. The ground floor acts as a flower shop and cafe, transitioning in the evening to the romantic Wallflowers Upstairs rooftop bar. This rustic, plant-filled rooftop offers creative “Garden of Eden” cocktails and relaxed views over the city’s old town.
Opium Bar
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Opium Bar is an upscale, hidden speakeasy located on the upper floors of the fine-dining restaurant Potong in Bangkok’s Chinatown. The bar’s design blends the opulent style of a New York lounge with the spirit of a late-night Chinatown hangout, referencing the building’s history as a former opium den. Its extensive, seasonal cocktail menu revolves around the concept of “Liquid Surreality,” featuring meticulously crafted, often theatrical drinks.
EAGLE NEST Rooftop Bar
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Eagle Nest Rooftop Bar is a popular, lower-level riverside bar located atop the Sala Arun Hotel in Bangkok’s historic Rattanakosin district. It is famously positioned directly across the Chao Phraya River, offering one of the most breathtaking, unobstructed views of the magnificent Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). The cozy, intimate space is the perfect spot to watch the sun set behind the temple.
Tichuca Rooftop Bar
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Tichuca is one of Bangkok’s most famous and trendy rooftop bars, known for its unique ‘urban jungle’ theme. Located on the 46th floor of the T-One building, it offers sensational 360-degree panoramic views of the city skyline. The centerpiece is a giant, spectacular LED-lit “tree” structure that changes colors, creating a magical and lively atmosphere. The bar serves creative, tropical tiki-style cocktails, making it a highly popular and energetic spot, especially at sunset.
Lost in Thaislation
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Lost in Thaislation is a clever, intimate cocktail bar tucked away in the Thong Lo area of Bangkok. Its unique concept translates famous local dishes and street food into expertly crafted, innovative cocktails. The menu features daring drinks inspired by flavors like Khao Mun Gai (Chicken Rice) and Laab, moving far beyond the typical cocktail experience. With a sleek, minimalist interior, the bar maintains a welcoming and unpretentious vibe, making it a must-visit for unique, Thai-inspired mixology.
Moon Bar
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Moon Bar is an iconic, open-air rooftop bar located on the 61st floor of the Banyan Tree Hotel, offering a spectacular 360-degree panorama of the Bangkok skyline. Sharing its unique, narrow terrace with the fine-dining restaurant Vertigo, the bar has a stylish, ship-like design high above the city.