Best Restaurants in BANGKOK T to Z, Bangkok

TABLES		Ploenchit / Wireless
Designed by Tony Chi on the mezzanine of the Grand Hyatt Erawan, this contemporary restaurant incorporates cooking stations close to all diners in a modern and cosy but open atmosphere. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2254-1234 Grand Hyatt Erawa n Bangkok, 494 Ploenchit Rd, Bangkok 10330

TAIHEI		Sathorn
One of the more refined Japanese establishments in downtown Bangkok, Taihei offers breathtaking views from the 53rd floor of the Banyan Tree hotel. The staff excels in terms of attentiveness and politeness, but could do with a little more knowledge about the food they serve. Read an overview Style: Japanese Dress code: Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2679-1200 Banyan Tree Bangkok, 21/100, South Sathorn Rd, Bangkok 10120

TALING PLING		Silom
Situated in a restored house near the business district of Silom the menu is distinctly Thai but the clientele is mainly Western. There is an extensive menu which features a full-scale picture of every single item which is particularly helpful for those who are unfamiliar with Thai cuisine. Read an overview Style: Thai Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2234-4872, 0-2236-4825 60 Pun Rd, Silom, Bangkok 10500

TAMARIND		Sukhumvit
Comfortable chairs populate a split-level, glass-fronted space. The walls are adorned with modern art and photographs, which extend to the gallery upstairs. Read an overview Style: Vegetarian Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2663-7421 27/1 Sukhumvit Soi 20, Bangkok 10110

TANDOOR		Silom
Tandoor, situated in the Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom, offers a taste of India which will be extremely familiar to British visitors. The menu contains traditional Indian dishes at very reasonable prices and diners are regaled with live Indian music from a sitar player and singer. All the food is prepared by an Indian chef Read an overview Style: Indian Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2238-4300 Holiday Inn Silom, 981 Silom Road, Bangkok 10500

TANYAMAMA		Chatuchak
Tanyamama is located on a private road, so diners can choose outside seating and expect almost no traffic noise. With unique dishes, good music and relaxing atmosphere, they can enjoy a good meal that is served by exceptionally polite and attentive staff. Read an overview Style: Asian Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2617-3950 10/27 Soi Racha kru, Phaholyoth in soi 5, Bangkok 10400

TAPAS CAFE		Sukhumvit
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. Read an overview Style: Spanish Dress code: No Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2651-2947 1/25 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Bangkok 10110

TAPAS Y VINO		Sukhumvit
Decorated in mostly red tones and warm hues, this Spanish restaurant has an inviting ambience with a stylish edge. High-back plush red velvet chairs, wooden tables, leather furniture and orange decorative floor tiling surround the open kitchen in this narrow dining space. The staff lacks a certain personable charm but they are definitely knowledgeable and well trained. Read an overview Style: Spanish Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2204-4158 Grand Millennium Sukhumvit, 30 Sukhumvit soi 21, Bangkok

TASTE		Sukhumvit
A large, airy room on the seventh floor of the Westin Grande, offering all-day dining with a la carte and buffet options for the jet-lagged and the plain hungry. Service is a little uncoordinated, but always friendly and willing. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2207-8000 Westin Grande sukhumvit, 259 Sukumvit Soi 19, Bangkok 10110

TEN-SUI		Sukhumvit
Owner Fujii Yasuyaki makes a better job than most of setting up a little corner of Japan in Bangkok, with food, setting and service in elegant equilibrium. From the best tables, artfully distressed leather sofas offer a view onto a Japanese garden complete with mini-waterfall. Read an overview Style: Japanese Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2663-2281 33 Sukhumvit soi 16, Bangkok 10110

TESSA		Sukhumvit
The full name is Tessa's Homemade and the experience is not unlike that of attending a dinner party hosted by an extremely accomplished chef. Despite its location in upmarket Thonglor this restaurant is extremely unpretentious and could best be described as homely. An intimate atmosphere is greatly enhanced by live music on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: 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. Read an overview Style: Chinese Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2129-4335-7 G Fl, Siam paragon, 991 Rama I Rd, Bangkok 10330

THAIPAZ		Silom
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. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2636-3220 69/5 Soi Saladaeng, Bangkok 10500

THANG LONG		Ploenchit / Wireless
Thang Long is a cosy place in Soi Langsuan suitable for chilling out in the evenings. It boasts a full bar, outside terraces and contemporary decor. Read an overview Style: Vietnamese Dress code: Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2251-3504, 0-2255-4491 82/5 soi Langsuan, Bangkok 10330

THANYING		Silom
In an old Thai house on a soi between Silom and Sathorn Roads, the three dining areas are decorated with antiques offering a step back in time from Bangkok's hyper-speed present. Read an overview Style: Thai Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2236-4361 10 Pramuan Rd, silom, Bangkok 10500

THE ANDAMAN		Sukhumvit
Inside, down-tempo tunes, huge wrap-around leather booths and a cheese motif create a relaxed and casual vibe. The outside patio provides an ideal pasture for all-day grazing. Read an overview Style: European 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		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

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. Read an overview Style: Chinese Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Necessary Tel: 0-2659-9000 Mandarin Oriental Bangkok , 48 Oriental Ave, Bangkok 10500

THE CHINESE RESTAURANT		Ploenchit / Wireless
The restaurant is cosily decorated with soft lights and quiet corners for maximum privacy. Read an overview 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. Read an overview 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		Other Areas
In certain respects The Deck has been a victim of its own success in that even booking a table in advance does not necessarily protect against a wait. The restaurant is popular largely for the location besides the Chao Phraya River and overlooking Wat Arun, among the most impressive temples in Bangkok. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Tel: 0-2221-9158 36-38 Soi Pratu Nok Yung, Maharat Rd, Bangkok 10200

THE EMPORIA		Sukhumvit
The modern interior features a green, gold and brown colour scheme, and comfortable chairs. Read an overview 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. Read an overview Style: Chinese Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2281-3088 Royal Princess Hotel, 269 Larn Luang Rd, Bangkok 10100

THE GARDEN		Sukhumvit
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. Read an overview 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		Ploenchit / Wireless
Pink-studded with turquoise highlights, the decor lends a feminine ambience to this peaceful, pretty room. Windows view the busy street below. Read an overview 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
This large outlet of the Nippon-Tei chain offers all the main aspects of Japanese cuisine, amidst the bustle of a high-end shopping mall. Service aspires to the seamless perfection of the Japanese model, but doesn't quite get there. Read an overview Style: Japanese Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2610-9487 G Fl, Siam Paragon, 991 Rama 1 Rd, Bangkok 10330

THE REFLEXIONS		Ploenchit / Wireless
Deliciously subtle flavours in eye-pleasing presentations will delight diners who don't want to be filled up, as portions are dainty. The venue is elegantmodern with an open kitchen at the back. A whimsical touch is the projection of silent films on the wall. Read an overview Style: French Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2650-8800 Plaza Athenee Bangkok, 61 Wireless Rd, Bangkok 10330

THE SEAFOOD BAR		Sukhumvit
The no-frills decor belies the wealth of high-quality seafood flown in three times a week. Fans come to eat, not to be wowed by trendy ambience, although it is a friendly venue in which to dine on the fine menu selection, including oyster varieties not available elsewhere in Thailand. Live jazz on Sunday evenings adds to the fun. Read an overview Style: Seafood Dress code: Cas ual, no flip-flops or singlets Reservations: Tel: 0-2663-8863 Somerset Lake Point, 41/2 Sukhumvit Soi 16, Bangkok 10110

THOMPSON		Other Areas
In the grounds of the Jim Thompson House, the options are indoor dining in a lowceiling, bright, Thai contemporary cafe of simple wood tables and cushioned chairs or outside by the koi pond. Read an overview Style: Thai/International Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2612-3601 6 Kasemsan Soi 2, Rama I Rd, Bangkok 10330

TIDBIT TREASURE		Sukhumvit
The restaurant features a modern and relaxing Chinese look in pink and white, and large windows with views of Sukhumvit. Read an overview Style: Chinese Dress code: Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2258-5056 1st Fl, Fenix Tower, Sukhumvit Soi 31, Bangkok 10110

TO DIE FOR		Sukhumvit
Two choices of seating arrangements: chill out on big, comfy cushions outside, or go indoors for a bit of hip sophistication. Read an overview 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. Read an overview Style: Pacific Rim Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2476-0022 Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa, 257 Charoen Nakorn Rd, Bangkok 10600

TSU		Sukhumvit
Sample upscale Japanese creations while checking out the celeb diners in an environment of frosted, backlit glass. Music leaks from Nami, the adjoining teppanyaki place. Read an overview Style: Japanese Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2656-7700 JW Marriott Bangkok, 4 Sukhumvit Soi 2, Bangkok 10110

UMAMI		Sukhumvit
Lightly decorated with soft-coloured furniture and Japanese-style decor. Read an overview Style: Japanese Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2662-3450 43/2 Sukhumvit Soi 31, Bangkok 10110

UOMASA		Sukhumvit
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. Read an overview Style: Japanese Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2714-8365 78/2 SUKHUMVIT SOI 63, BANGKOK 10110

V9		Silom
Nestled atop the Sofitel Silom Bangkok, the restaurant boasts clean, minimalist decor and affords spectacular views over Bangkok's skyline. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart/casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0 2238 1991 Sofitel Silom Bangkok, 188 Silom Road

VANILLA GARDEN		Sukhumvit
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. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2381-6120-22 53 Ekamai Soi 12, Sukhumvit Soi 63, Bangkok 10110

VANILLA SIAM		Siam
Located in Siam Paragon, Vanilla is a cafe-style restaurant with the decor of a European brasserie. Read an overview 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 SUKHUMVIT		Sukhumvit
Quirky, slightly Gothic prints add an edgy touch to the blue-grey panelled walls of this L-shaped eatery in a chic retail complex. Choose between continental cafe-style round tables near the take-out cake selection, or armchairs and sofas round the corner. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2714-9652 Thonglor midtown , 818 Sukhumvit Soi 55, Bangkok 10110

VENEZIA		Sukhumvit
Located on buzzing soi 11, Venezia provides an unpretentious but pleasant dining atmosphere with an open kitchen. Read an overview 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. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2679-1200 Banyan Tree Bangkok, 21/100 South Sathorn rd, Bangkok 10120

VIA VAI		Sukhumvit
A favourite with European tourists, this casual, family-friendly venue is also a pleasant spot for couples to enjoy a leisurely meal inside or outdoors. Run by Italians, it serves authentic, consistent and good-value food. It's reputation for very tasty pizza is deserved. Read an overview Style: Italian Dress code: Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2253-1200 25 Sukhumvit Soi 8, Bangkok 10110

VIE WINE & GRILL		Siam
Simple yet tasty international cuisine in the elegant dining room of a hip boutique hotel. Staff is friendly and eager to assist, but seems to be a little overworked. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2309-3939 Vie Hotel , 117/39-40 PhayaThai Rd, Bangkok 10400

VINTAGE 21		Silom
Set in a glass-walled, wooden house, the eatery has two storeys and emanates an intimate, lamp-lit ambience. Read an overview 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
Decor is pleasant if not exactly thrilling, and service is excellent, in a low-key way, but the proximity of swimmers in the adjacent pool does tend to detract from enjoyment of the food. Read an overview Style: Italian Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2718-2000 Amari Atrium Hotel, 1880 New Petchburi Rd, Bangkok

WANARA EATERY		Sathorn
Wanara (Thai for forest) is based in a posh boutique hotel, some way down a subsoi. The elegant, understated decor is based around shades of grey, with marble table-tops and twisted wire wall features. Read an overview Style: International/Thai Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended 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. Read an overview Style: Japanese Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2660-9276 3rd Fl, Esplanade, 99 Rachadapisek Rd, Bangkok 10400

WATER DROP		Other Areas
This vegetarian eatery, run by a Taiwanese Zen Buddhist group, is a simple but cheerful room, with yellow paintwork, in an office complex on Rama IX. Read an overview Style: Vegetarian Dress code: Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2645-0505 2/Fl Vongvanij Plaza, 100/123 Rama IX Rd, Bangkok 10320

WITCH'S		Ploenchit / Wireless
Ever popular with an after-work crowd that loves its relaxed vibe, live music and unfussy food, this Ruamrudee institution spills out from its ground-level bar, leaving upstairs to quieter diners. Read an overview Style: European Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2255-5354-5 20/20-21 Ruamrudee Village,Soi Ruamrudee,Bangkok 10330

WYNDHAM THAI		Sukhumvit
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. Read an overview 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		Sukhumvit
Xing Fu is decorated in simple, modern Chinese style: red chairs, round tables with crisp white cloths and lanterns hanging from the ceiling. Read an overview Style: Chinese Dress code: No Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2610-0111 NOVOTEL LOTUS, 1 SOI DAENGUDOM, SUKHUMVIT SOI 33, BANGKOK 10110

XINN TIEN DI		Ploenchit / Wireless
Be it a family lunch or business dinner, Xinn Tien Di is prepared to serve diners with the utmost care at its lavish round tables or in the privacy of one's own room. Read an overview Style: Chinese Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Tel: 0-2656-2114-5 3rd fl, Yaysorn, 999 Ploenchit rd, Bangkok 10330

XUAN MAI		Sukhumvit
Former Miss Saigon and FBI agent Meyung Robson adds another string to her bow with this cheerful, eight-table Vietnamese restaurant near Thonglor Soi 17. Apart from the elegantly unflappable Robson herself, service can be patchy and awkward. Read an overview Style: Vietnamese Dress code: Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2185-2619 351/3 Sukhumvit Soi 55, Bangkok 10110

YOUREAGUAN		Sukhumvit
The restaurant is situated in a quiet soi. It's a traditional Korean-style building with a simple, straightforward wooden interior and pleasant gardens. Read an overview Style: Korean Dress code: No Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2714-7374-5 26 Sukhumvit Soi 59, Bangkok 10110

ZANOTTI		Sathorn
Stylishly decorated in dark woods and oil paintings, this establishment is elegant without coming off pretentious or too stiff. The dining room is cosy, filled with tables with white tablecloths and comfortable seats. The service is excellent and friendly, well-groomed staff is knowledgeable and attentive even during the busiest hours. Read an overview Style: Italian Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2636-0002 Saladaeng Colonnade, 21/2 Soi Saladaeng, Bangkok 10500

ZEIST		Sukhumvit
Chef Art Supapipat and his team have fashioned a welcoming environment in the unpromising surroundings of the third floor of an office block near Asoke BTS station. Service is crisp and charming. Read an overview Style: Italian/French Dress code: Casual Reservations: Tel: 0-2391-9946 40/25 Soi Ekamai 12, Sukhumvit soi 63, Bangkok 10110

ZENSE		Rama 1 - Rama 4 - Rama 6
Both the rooftop patio and the glassy modern interior with its ambient lighting offer a glorious panorama over the city. Read an overview Style: International Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2100-9898 17/FL Zen World, 4,4/5 Rajdamri Rd, Bangkok 10330