Best Restaurants in BANGKOK T to Z, Bangkok

Comfortable chairs populate a split-level, glass-fronted space. The walls are adorned with modern art and photographs, which extend to the gallery upstairs.
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Style: Vegetarian

Dress code: Smart Casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2663-7421
27/1 Sukhumvit Soi 20, Bangkok 10110

Decorated in a conservative 80s style, with Indian details, Tandoor accommodates about 20 tables with a fountain and a bandstand in the centre. Its glassed-in kitchen is an interesting attraction for all to view.
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Style: Indian

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2238-4300
Holiday Inn Silom, 981 Silom Road, Bangkok 10500

TAPAS CAFE

Located in a pleasant alcove, surrounded by other restaurants and bars. The concrete design is functional rather than luxurious, although interesting modern art livens the place up.
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Style: Spanish

Dress code: No	Reservations: Recommended for dinner	Tel: 0-2651-2947
1/25 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Bangkok 10110

TAPAS Y VINO

The compact, second-floor venue is dominated by a long bar that also serves as the kitchen, which creates a cosy, lively ambience.
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Style: Spanish

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2204-4158
Grand Millennium Sukhumvit, 30 Sukhumvit soi 21, Bangkok

TESSA

The glass-walled eatery has expanded into a second building, but can still only seat 60 diners, adding to the intimate atmosphere.
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Style: European

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2712-6844
20 Thonglor soi 23, Sukhumvit soi 55, Bangkok 10110

THAI SCALA SHARK'S FIN

Siam

An airy, ceiling-to-floor glass-panelled restaurant, it features Chinese rosewood furniture set amid silver bamboo screens.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2129-4335-7
G Fl, Siam paragon, 991 Rama I Rd, Bangkok 10330

THAIPAZ

This small, stylish restaurant occupies the ground floor of a shophouse. There is space for 20 or so diners and room for a few more seated around the bar. ThaiPaz lends itself to an after-office meal as well as a later pre-nightclub crowd.
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Style: International

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2636-3220
69/5 Soi Saladaeng, Bangkok 10500

THANYING

Tucked away from the bustle of Silom, Thanying is made up of three dining rooms in an old home filled with fantastic antiques and royal relics.
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Style: Thai

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Recommended for dinner	Tel: 0-2236-4361
10 Pramuan Rd, silom, Bangkok 10500

THE ANDAMAN

Think cheese: from the streetside signage to the yellow cutouts in the walls. That aside, the indoor-outdoor seating and abundant natural light are true to the casual dining description.
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Style: International

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Recommended for dinner	Tel: 0-2185-3800, 0-2185-3795
56/1 Thonglor Soi 5, Sukhumvit Soi 55, Bangkok 10110

THE CEDAR

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.
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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

THE CHINA HOUSE

Riverside

An evocation of Shanghai in the 1930s, all decadence and deco: teak panels, red walls and white linen. Couples can book tiny private rooms with mirrored walls and leather banquettes.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Necessary	Tel: 0-2659-9000
Mandarin Oriental Bangkok , 48 Oriental Ave, Bangkok 10500

THE CHINESE RESTAURANT

The restaurant is cosily decorated with soft lights and quiet corners for maximum privacy.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2254-1234
Grand Hyatt Erawan Bankok, 494 Rajdamri Rd, Bankok 10330

THE CUP

Ratchada Pisek

Smart and upholstered enough to be one of Bangkok's premier English restaurants.
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Style: European

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2264-0247
Lake Rachada Office Complex, 193/21-22 Ratchadapisek Rd, Bangkok 10110

THE DECK BY THE RIVER

Other Areas

A simple, unpretentious place sitting right on the Chao Phraya river with a fair share of both local and international guests.
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Style: International

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2221-9158
36-38 Soi Pratu Nok Yung, Maharat Rd, Bangkok 10200

THE EMPORIA

The modern interior features a green, gold and brown colour scheme, and comfortable chairs.
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Style: International/Chinese

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended for lunch	Tel: 0-2664-9999
El Fl, Emporium Suites, 622 Sukhumvit Rd, Bangkok 10110

THE EMPRESS

Other Areas

A bright, airy room simply decorated in red, gold and pastels, the Empress is popular with well-heeled Thai-Chinese working in nearby government buildings.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2281-3088
Royal Princess Hotel, 269 Larn Luang Rd, Bangkok 10100

THE GARDEN

This out-of-the-way restaurant occupies the sixth floor of a small serviced apartment block close to Bitec exhibition centre. It has a delightful garden terrace area that is ideal for sitting outside on cooler evenings.
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Style: International/Thai

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2361-7881
Executive Residence, Udomsuk soi 18, Sukhumvit soi 103, Bangkok 10260

THE GOOD EARTH

Pink-studded with turquoise highlights, the decor lends a feminine ambience to this peaceful, pretty room. Windows view the busy street below.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2255-3410
Arnoma Hotel, 99 Rajdamri road, Bangkok 10330

THE GRILL TOKYO

Siam

Spacious, with a few intimate tables in alcoves and large tables for groups at one end. Modern style with an open-plan kitchen.
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Style: Japanese/Italian

Dress code: Smart Casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2610-9487
G Fl, Siam Paragon, 991 Rama 1 Rd, Bangkok 10330

THE REFLEXIONS

A truly modern French setting with chic and flair, The Reflexions combines soft music and mirrored walls to create an ambience of relaxed elegance.
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Style: French

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2650-8800
Plaza Athenee Bangkok, 61 Wireless Rd, Bangkok 10330

THOMPSON

Other Areas

Part of the Jim Thompson House and Art Centre, opposite the National Stadium. Dine inside for a Thai contemporary ambience or alfresco around the house's koi pond.
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Style: Thai/International

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2612-3601
6 Kasemsan Soi 2, Rama I Rd, Bangkok 10330

TIDBIT TREASURE

The restaurant features a modern and relaxing Chinese look in pink and white, and large windows with views of Sukhumvit.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: Casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2258-5056
1st Fl, Fenix Tower, Sukhumvit Soi 31, Bangkok 10110

TO DIE FOR

Two choices of seating arrangements: chill out on big, comfy cushions outside, or go indoors for a bit of hip sophistication.
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Style: Italian/French

Dress code: Casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2381-4714
H1, 998 Soi thonglor, sukhumvit soi 55, Bangkok 10110

TRADER VIC'S

Charoennakorn

Dine indoors in a festive tropical Polynesian environment, adorned with bamboo, canoes and tiki statues, or alfresco on the terrace with views of the Chao Phrya river.
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Style: Pacific Rim

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2476-0022
Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa, 257 Charoen Nakorn Rd, Bangkok 10600

TSU & NAMI

Very stylish interior with wood wall decoration in the shape of a wave. the restaurant is divided into two sections with a smart lounge in the centre.
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Style: Japanese

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2656-7700
JW Marriott Bangkok, 4 Sukhumvit Soi 2, Bangkok 10110

UMAMI

Lightly decorated with soft-coloured furniture and Japanese-style decor.
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Style: Japanese

Dress code: Smart Casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2662-3450
43/2 Sukhumvit Soi 31, Bangkok 10110

UOMASA

A no-frills, double-height Japanese inn rendered in shiny dark wood, decorated with huge replica tunas on the walls. This space in a shopping complex feels efficient, if not exactly inviting. But you are here for the food.
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Style: Japanese

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2714-8365
78/2 SUKHUMVIT SOI 63, BANGKOK 10110

V9

Nestled atop the Sofitel Silom Bangkok, the restaurant boasts clean, minimalist decor and affords spectacular views over Bangkok's skyline.
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Style: International

Dress code: Smart/casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0 2238 1991
Sofitel Silom Bangkok, 188 Silom Road

VANILLA

Siam

Located in Siam Paragon, Vanilla is a cafe-style restaurant with the decor of a European brasserie.
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Style: International

Dress code: No	Reservations: Recommended for lunch, necessary for dinner	Tel: 0-2610-9383-5
G Fl, Siam Paragon, 991 Rama 1 Rd, Bangkok 10330

VANILLA (PLAYGROUND)

Dark wood decor, painted portraits, bevelled mirrors, small chandeliers and other antique touches create the ambience of a British colonial club. Very spacious, comfortable chairs and sofas hug white stone tables.
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Style: International

Dress code: Casual	Reservations: Recommended for dinner	Tel: 0-2714-9652
PLAYGROUND, 818 SUKHUMVIT SOI 55, BANGKOK 10110

VANILLA GARDEN

Three separate food-related buildings are on the premises: the Japanese/ Italian Vanilla Cafe, the Chinese Royal Vanilla, and a book cafe with lots of interesting cook books.
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Style: International

Dress code: Smart Casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2381-6120-22
53 Ekamai Soi 12, Sukhumvit Soi 63, Bangkok 10110

VENEZIA

Located on buzzing soi 11, Venezia provides an unpretentious but pleasant dining atmosphere with an open kitchen.
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Style: Italian

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2630-2244-55
24 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Bangkok 10110

VERTIGO

Sathorn

Alfresco dining with a fabulous view from the 61st floor. Vertigo's popularity means you may find yourself a little closer to the next table than you would have wished. The adjacent Moon Bar is good for a pre- or post-prandial glass.
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Style: International

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2679-1200
Banyan Tree Bangkok, 21/100 South Sathorn rd, Bangkok 10120

VINTAGE 21

Set in a glass-walled, wooden house, the eatery has two storeys and emanates an intimate, lamp-lit ambience.
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Style: Italian/French

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Recommended for dinner	Tel: 0-2630-2244-55
19 Silom soi 21, Bangkok 10500

VIVALDI

Petchburi

Shades of brown and beige, with features that seem to have come out of a box labelled ''Italian''. Poolside dining is a pleasant option.
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Style: Italian

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2718-2000
Amari Atrium Hotel, 1880 New Petchburi Rd, Bangkok

WANARA EATERY

Sathorn

The decor is a chic blend of traditional Thai feel and contemporary style. The outdoor section is great for the cooler months.
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Style: Thai/International

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended for dinner	Tel: 0-2695-4242
Tenface , 81 Ruamrudee soi 2, Bangkok 10330

WASABI

Ratchada Pisek

This newcomer located in Ratchadapisek's Esplanade features a modern Japanese decor, good window views and simple table settings.
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Style: Japanese

Dress code: Casual but no shorts	Reservations: Not necessary	Tel: 0-2660-9276
3rd Fl, Esplanade, 99 Rachadapisek Rd, Bangkok 10400

WITCH'S

Downstairs, this Ruamrudee institution is a boisterous sports bar with live music. Upstairs is a traditional dining room with more comfortable seating and a balcony.
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Style: European

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Not Necessary	Tel: 0-2255-5354-5
20/20-21 Ruamrudee Village,Soi Ruamrudee,Bangkok 10330

WYNDHAM THAI

Decorated in a Thai contemporary style, the eatery reflects the menu. Modern furniture and artistic photos with traditional Thai decorative items is a stylish combination.
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Style: Thai

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2258-1783
G Fl, Somerset Lake Point, 41 Sukhumvit Soi 16, Bangkok 10110

XING FU

Xing Fu is decorated in simple, modern Chinese style: red chairs, round tables with crisp white cloths and lanterns hanging from the ceiling.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: No	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2610-0111
NOVOTEL LOTUS, 1 SOI DAENGUDOM, SUKHUMVIT SOI 33, BANGKOK 10110

XINN TIEN DI

Hidden on the less busy, upper floor of Gaysorn, Xinn Tien Di exudes a modern Hong Kong feel. It is a very popular venue for a relaxing lunch with family, and is often full and hectic, especially on Sundays.
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Style: Chinese

Dress code: Casual	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2656-2114-5
3rd fl, Yaysorn, 999 Ploenchit rd, Bangkok 10330

YOUREAGUAN

The restaurant is situated in a quiet soi. It's a traditional Korean-style building with a simple, straightforward wooden interior and pleasant gardens.
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Style: Korean

Dress code: No	Reservations: Recommended	Tel: 0-2714-7374-5
26 Sukhumvit Soi 59, Bangkok 10110

ZANOTTI

Sathorn

Zanotti is midway between Sathorn and Silom, making it popular with a business crowd. Tables are close together, maybe a problem for those who want an intimate or discreet meal.
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Style: Italian

Dress code: Smart casual	Reservations: Recommended for dinner	Tel: 0-2636-0002
Saladaeng Colonnade, 21/2 Soi Saladaeng, Bangkok 10500

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