Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Bangkok

ALDO'S		Sathorn
Sleek and modern, the spacious dining room faces the pool through a huge picture window for a pleasant lunch or romantic dinner. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2676-6982 The Ascott Sathorn, 187 South Sathorn Rd, Bangkok 10120

AUBERGINE		Silom
Situated in an old, classic home, the restaurant features four sections to choose from: a romantic, garden-like room with a small waterfall, good for romantic encounters; a spacious wine room; a formal, white-cloth area; and small terrace for smokers. A cosy ambience pervades them all. Read an overview Style: French/Mediterranean Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2234-2226 71/1 Saladaeng Soi 1/1, Silom Rd, Bangkok 10500

BED SUPPERCLUB		Sukhumvit
Bed Supperclub is housed in a futuristic, cylindrical structure. The dining area is minimalist in style and diners sit on "beds" against opposite walls in the restaurant section. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Smart/casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2651-3537 26 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Bangkok 10110

CREPES & CO		Sukhumvit
Near the end of the soi, Crepes & Co is set in an old Thai house and guests can enjoy a tropical garden. The cheerful atmosphere of the place makes it a place to visit and revisit; all-day brunch is a particular draw for regulars. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2653-3990-1 18/1 Sukhmvit Soi 12, Bangkok 10110

CY'AN		Sathorn
Chic and contemporary design with a mainly black and white colour scheme, and an ultra-bright blue bar area. Alternatively one can dine alfresco by the hotel pool. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2625-3388 The Metropolitan, 27 South Sathorn Rd, Bangkok 10120

KITCHEN PARADISO		Ploenchit / Wireless
Despite its setting in the basement of Erawan Bangkok, kitchen Paradiso is a pleasantly light and airy eatery, redolent of a European brasserie. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2250-7666 Erawan Bangkok, 494 Rajdamri Rd, Bangkok 10330

LE BEAULIEU		Sukhumvit
The comfortable room is simply decorated in greys and brightened with tropical flowers. Marble-topped tables line the windows. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2204-2004 Sofitel Residence, 50 Sukhumvit Soi 19, Bangkok

LES NYMPHEAS		Sukhumvit
Spacious and open, the ambience of softly-lit shadows combined with serene soft music creates a romantic atmosphere. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2261-9300 Imperial Queen's Park Hotel, 199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Bangkok 10110

NOMAD		Sukhumvit
A corner of a Casablanca souk on a Bangkok sidestreet. Coloured lights, hubblebubble pipes and tented ceilings add to the effect. Read an overview Style: Moroccan/Mediterranean Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2229-4448 3 Sukhumvit Soi 12, Bangkok 10110

OLIVE - KEBAB & CAFE		Ploenchit / Wireless
Olive is a small restaurant set in one of the most upscale office towers in town, the CRC building of the All Seasons complex. It is simply decorated, with ample lighting. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean/Greek Dress code: Casual Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2685-3989 2fl, Crc Tower, All Seasons Place, 87/2 Wireless Rd, Bangkok 10330

PROVENCE		Ploenchit / Wireless
Bright with parasols and colourful indoor plants, the interior of this eatery suggests contemporary Thai meets sunny Provence. it offers a relaxing casual ambience. Read an overview Style: Thai/Mediterranean Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2652-1399 Peninsula Plaza, 153 Rajdamri Rd, Bangkok 10330

SIROCCO		Silom
The combination of a spectacular view, food of the highest quality and creative presentation, professional staff and a clientele of Thai hi-sos and international jetsetters makes this an intoxicating playground for those who can afford it. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2624-9555 63rd Fl, State Tower, 1055 Silom Rd, Bangkok 10500

SORRENTO		Sathorn
The restaurant occupies a grand old house that is very well maintained. Including a large private room that can cater for up to 35 people, there is seating for 140 guests. There is also a delightful outdoor seating area for those who enjoy smoking. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean Dress code: Smart/casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2234-9933, 0-2234-9841 66 North Sathorn Rd, Bangkok 10500

THE CEDAR		Sukhumvit
Located on the second floor of a small, non-descript, three-storey building looking out on the swimming pool of the adjacent Racquet Club. All kinds of colourful, gold embroidered textiles hang from the ceiling and walls and separate the dining area from the kitchen. Read an overview Style: Mediterranean/Lebanese Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2714-7206, 0-2391-4482 6/1 Sukhumvit Soi 49/9, Bangkok 10110