junglechef Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Coming to BKK from Chiang Mai next week and want to spend a few day eating at some of not to miss places. I've lived in Thailand of 8 yrs so am familiar with the Thai food here. Happy to travel around the city and interested in all great local food and happy to pay as much or as little as need be. Previously I enjoyed Nam and Lord Jim's and had some of the street food in Chinatown which is fun but I didn't find any that were especially good. From my experience here it seems that a place might make one dish amazingly and I'm happy to go there just for that and progress somewhere else for something else. If it's great regional food that's what I'm looking for! What you say? Thanks, JC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abhaya Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Somboon on Surawong- a bit touristy but the food Chinese/Thai seafoo is aroi mak mak. Try the oyster omelette and curry crab. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Card Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 (edited) The cafe in the grounds of the Neilson-Hayes library on lower part of Suriwong. It belongs to the British Club but no need for membership. The food is cooked in the same kitchens as the club and is one way to get to eat their wonderful British puddings and cakes etc and teas/coffee. Very popular with lunchtime Thais also and they serve Thai food if you want. You could google the British club to see the kind of food they make. Highly recommended and you can visit the incredibly 'colonial' style and atmospheric library at the same time for a read and a snooze - they allow day entry without being a member. You could also tour the British club if you say you are thinking of joining. Another one I like is along Sri Bumphen near the Malaysia Hotel - the original back-packer area before Khao san Road. It is the Italian LIDO and is well sign posted down a small soi. People travel there from all over. Nice desserts and pizzas. Also nearby is the iconic Mali restaurant owned by the inimitable Peter, an American icon - been there for decades and is a favourite of the Swedish Royal family (pics on wall to prove it). Simple regular food but great decor and good breakfasts - but don't get Peter onto the topic of Thai politics, if he is around, as he carries a walking stick! Edited July 18, 2014 by Card Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzra Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Another one I like is along Sri Bumphen near the Malaysia Hotel.... Right now, I wouldn't come close to anything with a word Malaysia in it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carib102 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I live on Yen Akat Soi 2 and will vouch for both Lido and Mali. Also try Mama Dolores in the area for Lebanese food (pass on their Italian) as well as great Australian steaks. Also in the area is a Chinese place with no discernible name right off Rama IV (towards Sribumphen). If you can find it you'll be well rewarded by fantastic Chinese food at cheap prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jij Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Eat Me http://www.eatmerestaurant.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seelow Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Eat Me http://www.eatmerestaurant.com My last trip to BKK I so wanted to try this place as it's reputation is excellent, but the wife refused to go as the name was too "vulgar"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junglechef Posted July 18, 2014 Author Share Posted July 18, 2014 Thanks for the suggestions but maybe I wasn't clear enough. When I wrote regional food I meant this region, S.E. Asia, and perhaps other Asian specialities. Looking for the best Thai food in the world and figure Bangkok would have lots to offer. Perhaps one meal that isn't as Chiang Mai doesn't really have any great steak, burgers or Mexican joints for instance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkden Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Barn Kanitha. Two locations, Sathorn Rd near the Sukhothai Hotel and a second near Sukhumvit 21. For years it has been considered amongst the very few best of the best classic Thai restaurants in Bangkok! You and your wife will enjoy it very much! Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilcnx Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Wow, if you don't like the Duke's for steaks and ribs or Miguel's for Mexican, you're pretty tough to please. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iSabai Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Thanks for the suggestions but maybe I wasn't clear enough. When I wrote regional food I meant this region, S.E. Asia, and perhaps other Asian specialities. Looking for the best Thai food in the world and figure Bangkok would have lots to offer. Perhaps one meal that isn't as Chiang Mai doesn't really have any great steak, burgers or Mexican joints for instance. Check this site: http://www.eatingthaifood.com Great suggestions from all over the city. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan653 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 There's a Argentine Steak House on Sumkivite and Asok that is excellent served Groucho style. A bit pricey but well worth it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phaykk Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 The roast pork with tamarind sauce is fantastic. Suk 11 Resturant1/33 Sukhumvit11, Sukhumvit Rd. Bangkok 10110 THAILAND Domestic call Tel : 02 2535927-8 Fax : 02 2535929 International call Tel : 662 2535927-8 Fax : 662 2535929 Contact us Email : [email protected] | Facebook 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapeCobra Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Phantastic Southern Food at Baan Khamin, behind Paradise Mall. http://bk.asia-city.com/restaurants/bangkok-restaurant-reviews/baan-khamin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank James Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Wow, if you don't like the Duke's for steaks and ribs or Miguel's for Mexican, you're pretty tough to please. Duke's OK, but Miguels for "Mexican"? Please. There is no "Mexican" food in CM, and certainly not at Miguel's. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post N47HAN Posted July 18, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted July 18, 2014 (edited) Best bet , go to youtube . Migrationology. Mark i think the guys name is. Just about every hidden jem in bkk. Enjoy :-) Edit , never could spell . :-) Sent from my GT-N7100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Edited July 18, 2014 by N47HAN 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AjarnMartin Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Barn Kanitha. Two locations, Sathorn Rd near the Sukhothai Hotel and a second near Sukhumvit 21. For years it has been considered amongst the very few best of the best classic Thai restaurants in Bangkok! You and your wife will enjoy it very much! Their business cards say "Baan Khanitha" and yes, it's excellent... :-) Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank James Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 In Bangkok, try the Blue Onion. Famous place, and deservedly so.Fantastic Thai food, great atmosphere and service. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 La Monita for the pork carnitas Cali tacos. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgs2001uk Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Phantastic Southern Food at Baan Khamin, behind Paradise Mall. http://bk.asia-city.com/restaurants/bangkok-restaurant-reviews/baan-khamin Top banana with that one, love the kua kling and pat sa tor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgs2001uk Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 La Monita for the pork carnitas Cali tacos. For Mexican head to the place beside Paradise Park on Sri nakarin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 La Monita for the pork carnitas Cali tacos. For Mexican head to the place beside Paradise Park on Sri nakarin. That's a bit of a trek to be honest...not tried the food yet....always end up there on a Monday when they are closed....dunno why.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppic Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 (edited) Deleted (reco was not "regional" food) Edited July 18, 2014 by eppic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iSabai Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Best bet , go to youtube . Migrationology. Mark i think the guys name is. Just about every hidden jem in bkk. Enjoy :-) Edit , never could spell . :-) Sent from my GT-N7100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Yes! It's the website I referred to in post #11. Great foodie stuff and amusing vids which you can find links to on his site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deecee10 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Another one I like is along Sri Bumphen near the Malaysia Hotel.... Right now, I wouldn't come close to anything with a word Malaysia in it... Good reason for avoiding your post? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcnbkk Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Somboon on Surawong- a bit touristy but the food Chinese/Thai seafoo is aroi mak mak. Try the oyster omelette and curry crab. I love the food at Samboon. I go to the one at hwai kwang MRT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cypress Hill Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> Eat Me http://www.eatmerestaurant.com My last trip to BKK I so wanted to try this place as it's reputation is excellent, but the wife refused to go as the name was too "vulgar"! . . . and, as far as you're concerned, that was a good enough reason not to go, right? Whipped or what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thairastawoman Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 What do you expect ? There is nothing different or even insteresting in Bkk. Your only chance to find more food is Pattaya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namdocmai Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I would say try the Chocolate Ville, http://www.chocolateville.net/ Go there in a group, order great belgium beers, worldfood from good quality and enjoy the great garden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinmaew Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 If its still going the international buffet at the Siam City Hotel is bloody great. When I see smoked salmon I get weak at the knees, I love the smell of it reminds me of something.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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