61. Jerlot
This garden-like 'coffee space' makes a relaxing hangout spot for those who love chatting with friends over great coffees and cakes. Must-tries include blue Hawaii shake, 'banofee' pie (banana & chocolate), soft shell crab salad and salmon steak.
How to find it: Located in a small soi between Soi Ekkamai 4 and 6
62. Pizza Lanta
Pizza Lanta is one of the few places in Bangkok where you can find brick oven-baked pizzas at reasonable prices. Popular pizzas are margherita and quarto stagioni. They serve a delicious lasagna too, and a variety of delectable appetizers.
How to find it: Located at the corner of Khao San Road (Chanasongkhram Police Station)
63. Chijuya
If you're a vegetarian who's fallen in love with Japanese food, Chijuya is 'the' place for you. A convincing array of sushi and other typical Japanese dishes are all on the menu. Don't ask us what their teriyaki (chicken in teriyaki sauce) is made from, find out for yourself!
How to find it: 2nd Floor, Fifty Fifth Plaza, Soi 2 Sukhumvit 55 (a short walk from BTS Thong Lor)
64. Auttarod
Enjoy authentic Sukhothai style noodles, four-region 'khanom jeen' (rice-flour noodle) and B-B-Q pork rice in a friendly environment.
How to find it: 15/126 Soi Lad Prao 23, Lad Yao, Chatuchak
65. Joke Som Boon
Another not-to-be-missed rice porridge place, Joke som boon serves traditional rice porridge as well as seafood.
How to find it: Soi Jomsomboon, Saphan Luang, Pathumwan
66. Sii Morakot
Home to delicious B-B-Q pork and crispy pork rice, Sii Morakot has been a locals' favourite for over ten years. Don't forget to order a Chinese soup (which changes everyday) to go with your dish.
How to find it: Inside Soi Sukorn 2. Look out for 7 Eleven in front of the soi (Yaowarat Area, Chinatown).
67. Pork & Liver Satay
Sitting right next to Sii Morakot, this place grills up mouth-watering pork satay everyday from 09:00 to 17:00. Also don't miss its specialty, liver satay (you can't find it anywhere else!).
How to find it: Yaowarat Area, Chinatown
68. Guay Jub Mr. X
For those who don't know, 'guay jub' is a kind of rolled noodle with boiled giblets, crispy pork, hard-boiled egg in thin soup. If you're not a big fan of giblets, 'guay jub' still tastes as good without them. Order away and enjoy at your hotel (home) watching a Thai game show.
How to find it: Yaowarat Area, Chinatown
69. Ku-Lip-Heng (informally known as Giew)
Ku-Lip-Heng offers flavourful selection of Isaan food. Not-to-be-missed menu includes battered corn and fresh milk tom yum goong.
How to find it: 10/2 Trok Mahathat, Maharaj Road
70. Kwan Jai Mango & Nam Pla Waan (sweet fish sauce)
Kwan Jai is famous for its thick and tasty 'nam pla waan' (mango dip). A generous portion of dried shrimps, shallots, and chopped Thai parsley makes it special. Different kinds of mangoes are also on offer.
How to find it: Soi Tian Kua Tian, Chinatown
71. Yum & Tum
It's called 'Yum & Tum' with good reason. 'Yum' is the Thai word for spicy salad, and over here they do justice to the name. Try the spicy tuna salad with chopped mint leaves, lemongrass, sweet chili and who-knows-what-else. Only problem is that any other tuna salad will never taste so good again. Some great other Northeastern (Isaan) delights are featured on the menu too. Also try the iced lemongrass tea.
How to find it: Ground floor of Life Centre (Boss Tower, Lumpini), on the corner of Sathorn and Rama IV Roads.
72. The King of Burgers
The debate about where to find Bangkok's best hamburger is a heated and never-ending one. There's no outright winner, but we can tell you that the burger served at Q Bar comes very close to scoring a top ten. This trendy club also offers an impressive list of drinks to wash this noted burger down with: over 50 different international brands of vodka (the vodka freezers are highly recommended), 20 different types of tequilas and 50 whiskey brands.
How to find it: 34 Sukhumvit Soi 11 (BTS Nana)
73. Tea in Style
The trendy and uber-chic Millennium Hilton is the only venue in Bangkok where you can enjoy this very unusual tea-drinking ceremony. The tea (a very impressive variety is available), is poured from a long-spouted teapot, and a tea specialist was flown in from China to train the staff at Yuan, the Millennium Hilton's super-elegant Chinese restaurant with its delightful river and city views.
How to find it: Take the ferry (all of 2,5 baht) across the river to the Chonburi side from the ferry station between the Rivercity Complex and the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel.
74. Mooncake Ice-cream
The days of finding just traditional mooncakes are long gone. To suit the tastes of consumers many contemporary takes of this old Chinese tradition can be found, but this one beats the cake (excuse the pun). HaagenDazs has introduced this delectable ice-cream version, which is a first. Generously coated with rich chocolate, the mooncake ice-cream comes in four classic flavours: vanilla, strawberry, chocolate and macadamia - and each of them with a layer of mango sorbet zest to add an element of surprise. The sad news is that they're only available at one branch and from the beginning of September until the middle of October. Call first to avoid disappointment: +66 (0)2 652 0808
How to find it: Maneeya Center North Building, 518/5 Ploenchit Road
75. Cheap Tarts!
Gourmandises Bakery & Caf- at Nai Lert Park is pretty well-known in Bangkok for pastries, tarts and cakes. Get there during happy hours for 25% off (between 18:00 and 18:59), or 50% off (from 19:00 until 22:00). What a bargain!
How to find it: 2 Wireless Road
76. Buffet Feast for 140 baht
There are not many places in Bangkok where you can enjoy a full lunch buffet - including Japanese, Thai, Asian and Western food PLUS desserts, coffee, tea and fresh juice - for a ridiculous 140 baht! Even with VAT and the added service charge it works out to an unbelievable 199 baht. Head straight to iCafe at the newly opened Ibis Huamark. As if this deal isn't good enough already, you also get to use the great open air pool. This is an opening offer, so call first to confirm the price and to make a reservation: +66 (0)2 308 7888
How to find it: Soi Ramkamhang
77. Coffee at Serendipity
This quaint little coffee shop, set in a lush, tropical garden just off bustling Sukhumvit Road, serves great coffee, cakes and light meals at very reasonable prices. What makes it special though is the setting; cosy, charming and delightful, to say the least. Free wi-fi. And, umm, if you would like to check your email, a notebook is available (also free).
How to find it: 1/15 Sukhumvit Soi 11
78. Doi Tung
Talking about good coffee, another debate that has been raging on forever and a day... While Doi Tung cannot stake a claim for the best coffee, it certainly can be very proud of this locally-produced coffee which holds its own alongside the best imported coffees. Produced in the Northern regions of Thailand through initiatives of the Mah Fah Luang Foundation, the range of Doi Tung coffees and other products are very impressive.
How to find it: There are several Doi Tung outlets all over Bangkok (Suan Lum Night Bazaar, The Emporium, Siam Paragon, Sindhorn Building in Wireless Road - just keep your eyes peeled for a sign).
79. Chicken Rice (Khao Man Kai)
This dish is much more famous in Singapore, and the versions normally found in Thailand are pretty lame in comparison. However, the authentic Hainanese method of preparing chicken rice was passed on by the previous Singaporean owner of this small eatery (Boon Tong Kiat), where you can enjoy the real deal for a mere 40 baht. Another big favourite on the menu here is honey-roasted pork ribs. Note: It goes without saying that the latter is best enjoyed eaten by hand!
How to find it: Thonglor Soi 16 (on the corner)
80. Korean BBQ
A heaven for meat lovers. Make your way to Dawon for a wide variety of juicy, succulent grilled meat favourites. The extensive menu includes Korean delights like boneless honey-grilled ribs and thinly sliced raw beef (a positively delicious Korean take on carpaccio). Very reasonable prices and modern, bright, comfortable and air-conditioned venue.
How to find it: As your turn into Sukhumvit 55 (BTS Thonglor), it's situated about 100 meters on the left.
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