Bangkok's Best Date Night Restaurants

Sühring is a 2-Michelin-star restaurant in Bangkok where twin brothers Thomas and Mathias Sühring create modern German cuisine inspired by cherished family recipes. The dining room features lots of natural light and greenery, giving it a relaxed, welcoming vibe. Attentive service and thoughtfully crafted menus make it a comfortable place to explore German flavors with a contemporary twist.

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Rasmus Palsgård

Food and wine writer

Perfect German fine dining in Bangkok The Sühring twins provide a menu based on their childhood memories and traditions from Germany taken to Bangkok. Excellent produce from start to end presented flawlessly and with loads of deliciousness on the plate.

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Restaurant POTONG sits in a restored heritage building in Bangkok’s Chinatown, bringing together Thai-Chinese influences guided by Chef Pam’s personal history. The space balances old-world charm with contemporary ideas, creating a relaxed but special atmosphere. Hidden away is a bar that adds another layer to the experience for those who want to continue their evening.

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Rasmus Palsgård

Food and wine writer

Wonderful dining experience in heritage building A dinner at Potong takes you through the culinary mind of chef Pam, who has taken over an old 5 story building from her family in Chinatown. A meal here is equally entertaining, exciting and delicious. The duck served as a sharing plate was my highlight of the meal.

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Gaa is a modern Indian restaurant in Bangkok led by Michelin-starred chef Garima Arora. It’s located in a renovated traditional Thai house, giving it a cozy atmosphere that sets the stage for an inventive menu inspired by Indian cooking and local ingredients. This thoughtful approach showcases the chef’s background and technique in a relaxed, inviting way.

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Shraddha Kesarwani

Food writer and Photograp

Finally had a chance to dine at the most talked about restaurant in Bangkok GAA. Garima Arora, the head chef at GAA, was voted Asia’s Best Female Chef 2019, the only Indian woman to have won, so far. One MichelinStar GAA might be new to the game but it's winning hearts around. The restaurant is intimate and stretches to three floors but with different dining feel. As you read the exciting menu, the ingredients will all sound so familiar from our childhood (especially as an Indian). Like caramelized milk, banana bread, jackfruit vegetable, khakra, porkribs. What also stands out is the creative addition of local fresh fruits to the dishes. As the curtain unfolds and takes the stage, you’ll be mind-blown by the creations from those ingredients. Who knew such a simple ingredient like baby corn can taste even better! The grand presentation of Savory Betel Leaf was the highlight of the meal that arrived on a single leaf wedged between dry branches. Some of the best dishes on the menu were Unripe Jackfruit and Pickles, Liquid Banana bread with Thailand Caviar, Blue swimmer crab with pomegranate juice, spicy shallot, Chicken liver, langan, Caramelised milk skin, beef, yeast aquafaba. We could taste the strong Indian cooking accompanied by fresh Thailand produce. Chef insists on eating some of the dishes using our hands to get the most flavour out. Being a sweet tooth person was left asking for more when it came to desserts. We tried the Burnt Coconut sugar Ice Cream with pork floss and Chocolate betel leaf (which is nothing but a fancy paan!). The menu did not finish on a strong note but otherwise a very satisfying and interesting meal. So, the question is should you really travel to Bangkok to taste GAA? I say Hell Yes! GAA successfully captures the taste of different ingredients and combines them beautifully to tell a story!

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Haoma Bangkok is a progressive Indian restaurant recognized with a green star for its sustainable approach. Led by Chef Deepanker Khosla, it sources many ingredients from a dedicated farm outside the city, emphasizing local produce. The atmosphere is welcoming, offering a relaxed spot to explore inventive flavors.

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Flip Dejaeghere

Flip World Foodie

When in Bangkok and searching for the best Indian food, here’s the place, Haoma @haomabkk Chef DK @deepankerkhosla creates in his just newly refurbished restaurant a progressive Indian cuisine where the sustainable aspect gave him a green star. Meanwhile his little farm outside of Bangkok provides most of the ingredients. DK wants to presents food that looks good, tastes good and make you feel good. As simple as that. Absolutely worthwile mentioning, maitre & sommelier vishu @vishvas.sidana who will pamper you with an exquisite winepairing. The start of it comes with a legendary “performance” by Vishu

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Baan Tepa Culinary Space in Bangkok is set in a family home with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. They put emphasis on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients—often grown right in their own backyard. The result is a thoughtful, creative approach to Thai culinary traditions that feels both familiar and fresh.

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David J Constable

Writer & Underwear Model

A dizzying smack of colour with pungent fish sauces and recipes not shy on spice I loved my meal at Baan Tepa Culinary Space. A beautiful, family-home setting and a genuine farm-to-table philosophy with refreshing, sometimes radical, rethinking of Thai cuisine and the modern Thai tasting menu. A dizzying smack of colour with pungent fish sauces and recipes not shy on spice, the menu weaving down from the northern reaches of the country, through the central ranges, and towards the fearsome, hot, sultry south - chef Tam Chudaree Debhakam does pre-warn you about this, but I’m all for spicy depths and fiery flashes, all the hot, prickly, sour and acidic smashes of delightful Thai loveliness. A few examples of what to expect include a trio of appetisers from the North, Central and Southern regions of Thailand:- North: Tamarillo Sorbet, Namprik Ong, Pork Crackling; Central: Lon Miso, Preserved Fish, Charcoal Tartlet; and South: Kao Kwai Namprik, Kapi, Cumin Aioli, Pork Bacon, Cumin Leaves Tempura. And there is “Fishtake” which is a giant Trevally fish with Shiitake Mushrooms, Mushroom Ponzu and Perrila Seed Oil. Or the excellent (in flavour, presentation and title) “Crab Crab Crab!” in which a softshell crab and warm crab salad pairs with crab roe, crab chawanmushi bamboo in a yellow crab curry.

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Nusara is named in honor of Chef Ton’s grandmother and is set along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. It offers a balanced take on Thai cooking that blends tradition with a modern sensibility. The inviting atmosphere and scenic views provide a comfortable setting for both local and international guests.

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Pam Pichaya

Chef Owner

The best Thai fine dining by chef Ton. Great views of the temple. For Thai fine dining I would recommend the newest one in town, Nusara. It has the best view of the temple compared to any other restaurants and the food that Chef Ton is serving is very authentic. You can taste the Thai flavors, not diverting in any way, but he presents the food in a modern style.

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Canvas is a fine dining restaurant in Bangkok that highlights local ingredients through imaginative tasting menus. Led by chef Riley Sanders, it focuses on a creative and collaborative approach to cooking, drawing on Southeast Asian influences.

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David J Constable

Writer & Underwear Model

A creative tasting menu offering first-rate, expertly handled, local produce - and one of Bangkok’s most exciting restaurants. Riley Sanders has a familiar story; falling in love with Southeast Asia during his travels in 2013, he decided to lay down roots in Bangkok and went about the creation of Canvas in 2016. Originally from Texas, the young chef - he’s still under 30 years-old - is fast becoming one of the culinary driving forces in the city. The crayfish is the standout dish, both in its presentation and taste; a beefy specimen, the innards mixed with dala, som jeed (kumquat), and lemongrass, then reattached to the head, and plated with artistic flair.

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Kinu by Takagi in Bangkok highlights Japanese omakase and kaiseki in the Kyoto tradition. It’s the second restaurant from Chef Takagi Katsyo, who also runs a two Michelin-starred spot in Kyoto. Tucked inside the Mandarin Oriental, it features a calm wooden dining room that creates an inviting atmosphere for enjoying refined Japanese cuisine.

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Mika Ihamuotila

Foodie

Bangkok’s excellent Japanese omakase/Kaiseki in Kyoto tradition Takagi Katsyo has a famous 2 Michelin star restaurant in Kyoto and this is his second institution. Excellent 10 course omakase / kaiseki menu in a charming wooden Japanese dining room. Expensive (240€ per 10 course omakase menu).

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Methavalai Sorndaeng in Bangkok has been around since the post–World War II era, keeping its retro charm and old-fashioned atmosphere alive. Live Thai singers and a slightly kitschy, cruise-ship-like setting give it a nostalgic appeal for anyone looking for a classic dining experience.

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Chawadee Nualkhair

Food writer

Retro classic Thai My grandpa’s favorite restaurant from the post WWII era is still going strong, still serving the same old fashioned central Thai favorites, and still featuring the same live Thai singers. Reminiscent of a cruise ship, with a hint of kitsch

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Small Dinner Club is a welcoming spot in Bangkok that reimagines Thai cooking through playful twists and a respect for local traditions. Influences from around the world are woven into an experience that sparks curiosity and new perspectives. The cozy setting adds to the sense of discovery, making for a thoughtful and inviting evening.

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Nicole Jacobsen

Co-Founder TheFoodOffice

Thai cuisine, pulled apart, questioned and reimagined. That sums it up pretty well. There’s excitement in the air when you enter SDC. It’s playful, tricky, avant garde, but never to the degree that it becomes a gimmick. Underneath is knowledge, respect for produce, and a healthy dose of curiosity. Chef Sareen dives into his Thai roots but also sprinkles influences from other parts of the world.

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THA ARUN is a new restaurant and bar in the Tha Tien district, close to Wat Pho and the Grand Palace. It offers Thai-style cuisine, cocktails, and mocktails with a view of the Chao Phraya River and Arun Temple. The relaxed setting provides a casual spot to take in Bangkok’s sights.

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Tove Henckel

Food Writer

Classic Thai dishes with a remarkable view. At Tha Arun you can enjoy delicious classic Thai food like Pad Thai, Tom Kha Gai and Shrimp with citrus fruits. Enjoy with a fresh drink or coconut. A beautiful view and close to the royal temple Wat Pho.

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The China House in Bangkok is set in a charming house by the river, offering a relaxed Chinese dining experience in a stylish interior. Guests appreciate its cool décor and unique ambiance, making it a comfortable spot to enjoy a meal.

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Mika Ihamuotila

Foodie

Great Chinese in a very cool Chinese house and décor A very good Northern Chinese restaurant in a charming house next to the river. Really cool decor. Try the dim sungs, waguy tenderloin or deep fried giant shrimps in light wasabi sauce. A bit disappointing wine list.

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Vaso – Spanish Tapas Bar brings a lively mix of Spanish style and energetic performances to Bangkok. The staff’s fun approach and party atmosphere make it a welcoming spot for a casual night out.

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Iñaki Bolumburu

Chef

Dinner and party the Spanish way in Bangkok Vaso Spanish tapas bar has created a new wave of Spanish food in the city. Chef Alvaro “el Palanca”, created a crazy and cool concept mixing two very Spanish ideas, good food and party. If you want to enjoy the full experience I will recommend you to go for dinner, where you will see all the shows of the crazy chef and his lovely staff. Be ready for loads of tapas, tequila and lots of fun!

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