March 12, 2025
Thailand’s food scene is buzzing, with six local spots getting into the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list, ranking from 51 to 100. These places offer a great mix of traditional flavours and modern twists. Let’s dive into what makes each of these restaurants special:
Gaa is a modern Indian restaurant set in a traditional Thai house right in the middle of Bangkok. Here, they take classic Indian cooking methods and give them a fresh twist using local ingredients. The setting is just as impressive as the food, with a beautiful mix of old and new styles that makes your dinner feel extra special.
At Côte, you’ll find dishes inspired by the sunny French and Italian Riviera, created by Chef Mauro Colagreco. His background from Argentina and experience in French-Italian cooking bring out a menu full of colourful and straightforward dishes. The restaurant overlooks the Chao Phraya River, offering diners lovely views in a relaxed yet elegant setting.
Blue by Alain Ducasse offers a taste of top-notch French cuisine alongside the Chao Phraya River. The place is fancy but not stuffy, with a stunning interior and a cosy, round dining area that lets you take in the river views. It’s all about enjoying beautifully made French food in a gorgeous setting.
Wana Yook is set in a century-old colonial house and gives a new life to Thai street food favourites, particularly curry on rice. The chef, Chalee Kader, creates a seasonal tasting menu that celebrates rice from different parts of Thailand. Each dish is a creative take on traditional flavours, served in a setting that feels both grand and homely.
Bo.lan is rooted in the idea that Thailand should have some of the best Thai food around. The chefs, Duangporn Songvisava and Dylan Jones, focus on sustainability and support local farmers. Their ever-changing menu is a reflection of their commitment to the environment and their aim to become a zero carbon restaurant.
Maria and Singh mix Mexican and Indian cooking to create what they call “Fantasy Cuisine.” The chefs, Hernán Crispín Villalva and Roshan Kumar, take inspiration from traditional dishes from their home countries and reinvent them. They also offer a unique selection of wines and cocktails that match the adventurous spirit of their food.
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