silverdales Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Anyone know the most romantic rest in BKK, not silly silly money I mean 3,000 for 2 tops any ideas anyone? went to Bayoke last night time - view great -food rubbish and rushed and buffet style hardly romantic, why they cant have a seperate nice rest on another floor I dont know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbarpic Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 hi try the Grand china Princess in Chinatown rotating restaurant on th roof & ggod food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gehfab Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 can you tell me a little bit more about the prices in the Grand China Princess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaoPo Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Don't know if it's to be considered the most romantic restaurant but it's a nice romantic setting in the tropical garden (also aircon inside) with the Cabbages & Condoms (real name!) restaurant on Sukkhuvmvit, Soi 12: http://www.pda.or.th/restaurant/ Most people enjoy the restaurant and it's also quiet, comfortable, pleasant atmosphere and good food and just a few steps away from the hustle of BKK. The educational "condom" atmosphere is....hmmmm...special and funny. But...dinner along the river side in one of the restaurants of the major hotels is also romantic but a bit more expensive I suppose. Have fun! LaoPo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabaijai Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 Top 3, IMO Le Normandie http://www.mandarinoriental.com/bangkok/di...s/le_normandie/ Giusto http://www.giustobangkok.com/index.php Bonjour http://www.bonjourbangkok.com/ Le Normandie has the advantage of river views from some tables. If these three on beyond your budget, then an upstairs table at Tapas Cafe, Sukhumvit 11, might do the job. I don't find the above-mentioned C&C that romantic but the mention reminded me of Crepes & Co, same soi, also nice. For Thai cuisine, Celadon at The Sukhothai. Over the next three nights only, two visiting chefs (one Thai, one Danish) from Kiin Kiin, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Copenhagen, are hosting special tasting dinners. http://www.scandasia.com/viewNews.php?coun...mp;news_id=5730 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roiethome Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 for a romantic dinner, why not try the dinner cruise on the old rice barge which departs from the Marriott Riverside Hotel. Limited number on board and really great food, plus has a good selection of wines and champagne. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaoPo Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Top 3, IMOLe Normandie http://www.mandarinoriental.com/bangkok/di...s/le_normandie/ Giusto http://www.giustobangkok.com/index.php Bonjour http://www.bonjourbangkok.com/ Le Normandie has the advantage of river views from some tables. If these three on beyond your budget, then an upstairs table at Tapas Cafe, Sukhumvit 11, might do the job. I don't find the above-mentioned C&C that romantic but the mention reminded me of Crepes & Co, same soi, also nice. For Thai cuisine, Celadon at The Sukhothai. Over the next three nights only, two visiting chefs (one Thai, one Danish) from Kiin Kiin, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Copenhagen, are hosting special tasting dinners. http://www.scandasia.com/viewNews.php?coun...mp;news_id=5730 Very nice recommendations but I doubt if one can dine in one of your suggestions for Baht 3,000 for two (tops) as the OP mentioned but it seems there's nothing wrong with your taste Sabaijai Maybe apply for a job with Michelin for the Far East* ? * they even have Chinese secret "tasters" ! LaoPo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mauiguy90 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 If you are taking a thai girl out for dinner, try Rosabien in Sukhumvit 11. It has outdoor seating in a garden atmosphere, with live music (often soft jazz) and food that thais really enjoy. Its a beautiful restaurant in a tranquil setting which would be ideal in this great weather we are having right now. Dinner for two won't cost you an arm and a leg either--probably about 1500 with a couple of drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridian007 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 (edited) Red Sky and Ginger at the Centara Grand are both great restaurants for atmosphere, but might be a bit above your budget if you include wine with your meal. As to the river cruises, I remember trying it once. While the converted rice barge was nice, and the food was okay, the fat foreign tourists took away the mood for me. However, it was nice that we got personal service from the manager once he found out that I could speak Thai. Edited November 25, 2009 by Meridian007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trickcyclist Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 try the Banyan Tree roof top restaurant..must be at least 20 stories high..tallest outdoor roof top bar in the world, perhaps. MUST get there before sundown, sit at the outdoor roof top bar, have a couple of cocktails and watch the sunset with 360 degree view of Bangkok. Then dine at an outside table. Cost min Baht 5,000, maybe more, but worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 try the Banyan Tree roof top restaurant..must be at least 20 stories high..tallest outdoor roof top bar in the world, perhaps.MUST get there before sundown, sit at the outdoor roof top bar, have a couple of cocktails and watch the sunset with 360 degree view of Bangkok. Then dine at an outside table. Cost min Baht 5,000, maybe more, but worth it. I think it is more like 57 floors but who is counting. Scirroco is similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saorsa Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Face restaurant soi 38 sukhumvit. You have a choice of thai or indian, i went for thai food and the ambience and food was perfect. Nice mojitos too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Face restaurant soi 38 sukhumvit. You have a choice of thai or indian, i went for thai food and the ambience and food was perfect. Nice mojitos too. They also added Japanese to their list of cuisines, i beleive... but i will also second Face Resturant - excellent quality, little pricey but worth it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toptuan Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 Best kept secret: Try the "other" Bayoke restaurant (in the other Bayoke building). About 43rd floor; it's called the Sky Lounge (022-550-330). Very intimate restaurant with great views and soft live jazz music. Smaller but better buffet than the "big Bayoke" restaurant in your OP. About 550B each, a very good deal considering the view, music, and good food. Must make reservations if you want my favorite table, though--in the corner by the window. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flemmie Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 I have had 2 nice experiences EAT ME Restaurant (EATMERESTAURANT dot com) in Sathorn. Pandanus (50 Soi Nunta, Sathorn Soi 1, Bangkok 10120 tel 0-22874021-2) The latter has the advantage that you can go upstairs afterwards for some music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted November 25, 2009 Share Posted November 25, 2009 some nice suggestions, nice food, but not all that have been suggested are what I would consider 'romantic' or they would cost you more than the 3000 baht for 2 budget with exception of: Eat Me restaurant and GAllery - in Soi Convent. make sure you try the dessert! (I believe their menu changes every few months....but last time I had some berry-fruit based thing, and a sticky date pudding that was OHHH SOOOOO YUMMY!) Face Bar - the thai restaurant section feels somewhat romantic, in an old fashioned kinda way.......bamboo trees, slow thai classical music. food is just 'ok' hence overpriced in my opinion I found Le Cafe Siam to be very romantic, and if you dont drink too much...I think you could get a meal within the budget. (a bit hard to get to.....its on a dark street beside the entry to the Express way off Rama 4 road). Set in a colonial style home, with garden. http://www.lecafesiam.com/ At Vertigo or Sirocco drinks alone would be already above 1000 baht! I usually do that...food at Eat Me in Convent, then a short taxi ride to Vertigo for drinks there used to be a tiny little place in Suk Soi 31....further down from the Silom Village in that soi...cant remember the name...but my guess is its no longer there. didnt seem like it would last long...which is unfortunate with many smaller/cosy places in Bangkok. (my biggest devastation was when 1. the thai place in Soi 11 was converted to LemonCello 2. the Pickled Factory in Rajvithee closed down ) For other options try: Witch's OYster bar at Ruamrudee (not the one in Suk 55!) - the best tuna steak Ive had, ever!! nice cosy setting...good food, great selection of drinks. or: Spring summer / http://springnsummer.com/main.html in Sukhumvit. fusion thai food....the food itself doesnt quite 'excite' me...but its a nice relaxed feel to the place. you can choose to sit out in the garden on cushions (perhaps after the meal, while having drinks?) Im sure there are lots more...but hopefully these have given you some ideas enjoy ohhh...by the way someone mentioned RotSabiang in Suk 11...the food is alright, but I wouldnt consider the place 'romantic' Not sure if Zanzibar in same soi is still around...for decor that might be a better option. For Thai food in Soi 11, there is a place in the sub soi near the 7-11 ....I forget what its called. Small place, waitresses dressed in old style Thai costume, and they also talk in that old fashioned way, food is served in old fashioned utensils. It feels touristy perhaps, but Ive eaten there lots of times, and the food is authentic, and the atmosphere is certainly close to romantic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 For 3000 Baht you can have your own private roadside fold-up table and chairs on Suk 38 with a fine selection of fried this and that along with 8 big bottles of Leo or Chang. I prefer the green with street food. The red is better as an aperitif. For another 500 Baht you can get a few lottery sellers to serenade you with misguided visions of grandeur. For a chicken bone or two, a selection of soi dogs will join in and provide you with some insecurity and down to earth ambiance. To round it off, keep 100 baht in your pocket to get some crappy roses from one of the lil flower sellers. If she still loves you after this night out...marry her quick quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinkyfarang Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 MK Tong or Gold is pretty good. Try the roast duck, the house special. You can find one in Ekkamai or at the Paragon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 is MK considered romantic place these days? not in my books.....no offense to the poster above just my personal opinion and james- get outta here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babuhavas Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 Virtigo banyan tree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 babu - 3000 baht for 2 ppl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babuhavas Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 babu - 3000 baht for 2 ppl yes doable if you skip wine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfchandler Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 Miggy. maybe you didn't pay close enough attention to the closing line of James' sarcastic serenade... Indeed, yes, if any Thai woman would put up with James' above posted idea of a romantic night out and enjoy it, indeed, any farang guy in Thailand should marry that kind of woman.... He was being his usual sly self in his comment... and james- get outta here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyandythai Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 I did the Dinner Cruise on the old rice barge and it was fantastic, they have 2, one that leaves around 6pm, going up the river its getting dark and coming back it is, the views boths ways are great, the food is very good, drinks reasonable and very romantic!! Go To www.loynava.com Tel 02 437 4932 - A hotel pick up is included in the 1,200 Baht price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabang Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 For Thai, the Lemongrass restaurant on Suk Soi 24 (I think?- it's the one next to Emporium) has a very pleasant little courtyard- nice inside too. It specialises in Thai salads, not too fiery. The banana flower salad is my favourite. You quite often see media types there too, which your TG will probably love. Well within your budget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted November 27, 2009 Share Posted November 27, 2009 Miggy. maybe you didn't pay close enough attention to the closing line of James' sarcastic serenade...Indeed, yes, if any Thai woman would put up with James' above posted idea of a romantic night out and enjoy it, indeed, any farang guy in Thailand should marry that kind of woman.... He was being his usual sly self in his comment... and james- get outta here! Thanks John. Although I was being purely sarcastic there was a little truth about what I wrote. Sure it won't appeal to hiso types like Migsy, but then again if I had added in a stop at a bakery on the way home it might have swayed her vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted November 27, 2009 Share Posted November 27, 2009 I like being referred to as 'hi-so' its good to counter my footie hooligan glutton fatso image (but you forgot a stop at the Arsenal shop at Central World before heading to the bakery! - by the way is that shop still around? the worse collection of clothing I have to say!! they dont sell actual Arsenal merchandise, but produce something of their own design, add the Arsenal logo, pay some fees to Arsenal, but absolutely no similarity to what one would find in proper Arsenal shop) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted November 27, 2009 Share Posted November 27, 2009 I like being referred to as 'hi-so' its good to counter my footie hooligan glutton fatso image (but you forgot a stop at the Arsenal shop at Central World before heading to the bakery! - by the way is that shop still around? the worse collection of clothing I have to say!! they dont sell actual Arsenal merchandise, but produce something of their own design, add the Arsenal logo, pay some fees to Arsenal, but absolutely no similarity to what one would find in proper Arsenal shop) Too bad. You can get authentic overpriced UTD kits at their store in Central Lad Prao and even Robinsons. What size are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG16 Posted November 27, 2009 Share Posted November 27, 2009 there is only one ladies size shirts are you sending me team shirts James? Ive already got a Holland shirt, and an Arsenal one...but the Holland one isnt ladies size....I think it was a men's medium..... LOL but do NOT, I repeat DO NOT even think about sending a ManU shirt! (however, Ive got signed autograph from Schmeichel though.....but shhhhh) PS - and look what you have done JAmes!! you ahve taken the thread off topic! Ill soon have to warn myself for going along! HAHA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted November 27, 2009 Share Posted November 27, 2009 there is only one ladies size shirtsare you sending me team shirts James? Ive already got a Holland shirt, and an Arsenal one...but the Holland one isnt ladies size....I think it was a men's medium..... LOL but do NOT, I repeat DO NOT even think about sending a ManU shirt! (however, Ive got signed autograph from Schmeichel though.....but shhhhh) PS - and look what you have done JAmes!! you ahve taken the thread off topic! Ill soon have to warn myself for going along! HAHA Hmmm seems to me you mentioned football first, however romantic it may be. Another idea for the OP would be to ditch his GF / Wife and bring his 3000 to Soi Cowboy and treat me to an evening of football, beer and football. Failing that he could go to the crossbar and pay Toady's rent for the month. Who knows if you kiss him he may turn into a prince. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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