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At one time they were a rarity, but the number of good-quality Italian restaurants in Bangkok today will surprise many people. But one place that was superlative when it opened in the 1970s, and is still a stand-out today, is L’Opera. Sumptuous thin-crust pizzas are served from a large brick oven, although the home-made pasta, meat dishes and salads are good too. There is also a comfortable wine bar adjacent which stays open until 2am.
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It’s hard to imagine a more laid-back, relaxing restaurant, tucked away in a traditional Thai home down a quiet soi, away from the mind-numbing noise and traffic of Sukhumvit Road. An upscale gem serving delectable French cuisine with occasional Thai accents. The pressed duck in red wine sauce is a treasure. Service is impeccable. Regulars include French expats wanting to impress visiting family or the boss—and impress it does.
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While this world-famous restaurant in the Oriental Hotel was closed for renovations, the world was off kilter for many regular visitors to Bangkok. It’s [name]d after the main character in a novel by Joseph Conrad, who was once a frequent guest at the hotel. The menu mixes European and Asian dishes, but the speciality is seafood. The lunch buffet, in particular, is a sensual treat.
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Decked out in flamboyant decor, this large Italian restaurant serves the usual favourites, prepared by an Italian chef, and exceptional pizzas. The food is exceptional, the service polished. Also features a deli and bakery and a pianist. There’s a live pop band after 9pm, so it’s a good choice for a night out.
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Located on the 63rd and 67th floors of the State Tower with breathtaking 360° views across the Bangkok Skyline, this is the city’s most innovative dining experience, designed by the team at DWP Cityspace. The restaurant appears to float in the sky with the Sky Bar jutting out into space, glowing orange, blue, green and red in the lights. Behind the restaurant, a golden dome provides a stunning backdrop for the resident jazz musicians. Within ‘The Dome’ project there will be a champagne bar [name]d Flute, a whisky bar called Distil and a cigar divan. The restaurant also features water fall effects, sandstone, timber veneers, gold leaf and Thai silks to create a rich and stylish interior.
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