Best Hotel International Buffet?

[sunreader]

Had a meal with friends at the Millenium Hilton last year, great to sit outside gazing at the Chao Praya on an evening with friends and great food.

Any other recommendations?

[sorensen]

Had a meal with friends at the Millenium Hilton last year, great to sit outside gazing at the Chao Praya on an evening with friends and great food.

Any other recommendations?

Not at the river, but I like the buffet at JW Marriott and with a member card it only cost 500 baht.

[WorldwideALOHA]

Westin Grande's Thanksgiving buffet spread - Awesome! They have it all, the traditional fare, plus seafood, Thai food, Mediterranean cuisine and more!

A few years ago they had a Michelin star chef doing the turkey!

Also, not even close to the river, but equally awesome is the Tuesday all you can eat Mexican buffet at Bourbon St. (www.bourbonstbkk.com) only 299 baht!!! They also do all you can eat Creole food for their anniversary, Christmas, etc.

Aloha

[bkkjames]

Marriot Riverside, Trader Vics - 2nd only to the Sukhothai in my opinion.

[junkofdavid2]

Had a meal with friends at the Millenium Hilton last year, great to sit outside gazing at the Chao Praya on an evening with friends and great food.

Any other recommendations?

Not at the river, but I like the buffet at JW Marriott and with a member card it only cost 500 baht.

Are you allowed to borrow the card from a friend?

Does your friend earn points if you use his card?

[longstebe]

Way out of my league.

[Payboy]

Michelin star chef doing the turkey!

I just lost my apetite.

[perousing]

Had a meal with friends at the Millenium Hilton last year, great to sit outside gazing at the Chao Praya on an evening with friends and great food.

Any other recommendations?

must agree with you, excellent hotel with great location, also rooms have a super view over the city

[sorensen]

Had a meal with friends at the Millenium Hilton last year, great to sit outside gazing at the Chao Praya on an evening with friends and great food.

Any other recommendations?

Not at the river, but I like the buffet at JW Marriott and with a member card it only cost 500 baht.

Are you allowed to borrow the card from a friend?

Does your friend earn points if you use his card?

Yes, you can use a friends card, no problem. There is not a point system and 2 people have to eat together to get the 50% discount.

The Sunday buffet is a bit more.

[optimistvik]

Had a meal with friends at the Millenium Hilton last year, great to sit outside gazing at the Chao Praya on an evening with friends and great food.

Any other recommendations?

Really excellent location.......

[Huey]

The Banyan Tree, Awesome selection of food, everything from steaks to pasta's and fresh jumbo shrimps cooked up while you wait. The only bad thing is that everything looks so good that you want to try it all but you can't

[bonobo]

Marriot Riverside, Trader Vics - 2nd only to the Sukhothai in my opinion.

Typical Trader Vic's food (Cantonese/Island-influenced), or is the buffet more international?

[flightcrew1]

Sheraton does a nice inside/outside with a bbq which is great. Shangrila also does one in their Next 2 Cafe right next to the river.

[EffectiveAnger]

If money is no object and you are looking for a high-so atmosphere with the best view of the city (and the river), I suggest you check out State Tower on the 64th floor. I go there every so often and it doesn't disappoint my guests.

The breakfast buffet (forgot the floor) is fit for a king and queen.

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OH! I almost forgot... the Oriental Hotel by the river - lunch, dinner, coffee in the Author's Lounge.... life doesn't get much better!

[carmine]

If money is no object and you are looking for a high-so atmosphere with the best view of the city (and the river), I suggest you check out State Tower on the 64th floor. I go there every so often and it doesn't disappoint my guests.

The breakfast buffet (forgot the floor) is fit for a king and queen.

Can you give details of cost and location. Do you need to book?

Thanks

[bkkjames]

Marriot Riverside, Trader Vics - 2nd only to the Sukhothai in my opinion.

Typical Trader Vic's food (Cantonese/Island-influenced), or is the buffet more international?

take a look at all these images...(not mine)

http://images.google.co.th/imgres?imgurl=h...t%3D40%26um%3D1

[EffectiveAnger]

If money is no object and you are looking for a high-so atmosphere with the best view of the city (and the river), I suggest you check out State Tower on the 64th floor. I go there every so often and it doesn't disappoint my guests.

The breakfast buffet (forgot the floor) is fit for a king and queen.

Can you give details of cost and location. Do you need to book?

Thanks

Here is a link: http://www.lebua.com/bangkok/dining/

There are about 6 restaurants in this hotel (prices vary), but the Dome restaurants are the most expensive and the best place in Bangkok to see and be seen. It's well advised to dress your best, but not absolutely necessary if you are just there for a drink.

There should be no need to book if your party is four or less. Over four, definately book!

[bkkjames]

If money is no object and you are looking for a high-so atmosphere with the best view of the city (and the river), I suggest you check out State Tower on the 64th floor. I go there every so often and it doesn't disappoint my guests.

The breakfast buffet (forgot the floor) is fit for a king and queen.

Can you give details of cost and location. Do you need to book?

Thanks

Here is a link: http://www.lebua.com/bangkok/dining/

There are about 6 restaurants in this hotel (prices vary), but the Dome restaurants are the most expensive and the best place in Bangkok to see and be seen. It's well advised to dress your best, but not absolutely necessary if you are just there for a drink.

well, from what i have read the reviews are mixed on the value / quality. If you are visiting anytime soon, you may also want to invest in an umbrella to go with those bell bottom slacks and groovy sunglasses

[EffectiveAnger]

If money is no object and you are looking for a high-so atmosphere with the best view of the city (and the river), I suggest you check out State Tower on the 64th floor. I go there every so often and it doesn't disappoint my guests.

The breakfast buffet (forgot the floor) is fit for a king and queen.

Can you give details of cost and location. Do you need to book?

Thanks

What reviews are you talking about? Do you have a link?

Here is one I found:

Here is a link: http://www.lebua.com/bangkok/dining/

There are about 6 restaurants in this hotel (prices vary), but the Dome restaurants are the most expensive and the best place in Bangkok to see and be seen. It's well advised to dress your best, but not absolutely necessary if you are just there for a drink.

well, from what i have read the reviews are mixed on the value / quality. If you are visiting anytime soon, you may also want to invest in an umbrella to go with those bell bottom slacks and groovy sunglasses

What reviews are you refering to? I found this one: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g2...er-Bangkok.html It's mostly about the hotel, but all good things said the restaurants, especially Sirroco.

Rainy season ends in October. Anyhow, it rarely ever rains around dinner time here regardless of the season.

Before you judge a book by it's cover... see for yourself.

BTW, this is not a place to wear trendy (especially tourist) junk. You'll stick out like a sore thumb.

[bonobo]

Marriot Riverside, Trader Vics - 2nd only to the Sukhothai in my opinion.

Typical Trader Vic's food (Cantonese/Island-influenced), or is the buffet more international?

take a look at all these images...(not mine)

http://images.google.co.th/imgres?imgurl=h...t%3D40%26um%3D1

Well, that pretty much answers that question!

Now, if you can come up with the same thing for the Sukothai, then you really would be the man!

[bkkjames]

Don't get me wrong the view is fantastic from Sirocco. The food is good - but doesn't match the view IMO. As for reviews, take a quick search on TV for plenty of comparisons / reviews.

Hardly rains during dinner time? Hmm for the last 3 nights its rained between 7-10 pm. Perhaps it doesn't rain on the 64th floor though.

Edit to add in this link about the Dome Restauarants vs Banyan Tree http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/Banyan-Tree-...nt-t244045.html

[bkkjames]

Marriot Riverside, Trader Vics - 2nd only to the Sukhothai in my opinion.

Typical Trader Vic's food (Cantonese/Island-influenced), or is the buffet more international?

take a look at all these images...(not mine)

http://images.google.co.th/imgres?imgurl=h...t%3D40%26um%3D1

Well, that pretty much answers that question!

Now, if you can come up with the same thing for the Sukothai, then you really would be the man!

here you go mate... http://images.google.co.th/imgres?imgurl=h...t%3D20%26um%3D1

[EffectiveAnger]

What's your opinion of this place:

http://www.mandarinoriental.com/bangkok/photo_gallery/

how's the food, IYO?

[lazygourmet]

If money is no object and you are looking for a high-so atmosphere with the best view of the city (and the river), I suggest you check out State Tower on the 64th floor. I go there every so often and it doesn't disappoint my guests.

The breakfast buffet (forgot the floor) is fit for a king and queen.

______

OH! I almost forgot... the Oriental Hotel by the river - lunch, dinner, coffee in the Author's Lounge.... life doesn't get much better!

Oriental: ok...

Lebua: no way... at THB 1,500 for afternoon high-tea, silvery was not neat + old trace of lipstick on the coffee cup

Hopefully, I was on a client account that day!

[sunreader]

Lots of great suggestions people, many thanks, the view from Sirocco looks worth the lift journey! We will give it a go!

[MJP]

Had a meal with friends at the Millenium Hilton last year, great to sit outside gazing at the Chao Praya on an evening with friends and great food.

Any other recommendations?

Vertigo.