Must-see restaurants in Thailand

  • Norden

    Chiang Mai

    This upscale Scandinavian restaurant serves an array of Swedish dishes, as well as pizza, smoked duck and other Western fare. Norden’s seafood dishes are…

  • Indigo

    Bangkok

    Indigo is set in a former schoolhouse, and while the charming atmosphere appears to be the main draw here, the food actually delivers. Think of it as your…

  • Vintage Burgers

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This great little Portuguese-run gourmet burger bar really hits the nail on the head with six types of superb patties, including veggie, vegan, tuna and…

  • Salefino

    Ko Samui

    Overlooking the golden sands close to the pier where local fisherman moor their colourful boats, this upmarket seafood spot serves delicious lobster,…

  • Never Ending Summer

    Bangkok

    The cheesy name doesn't do justice to this sophisticated Thai restaurant located in a former warehouse by the river. Join Bangkok's beautiful crowd for…

  • Goodsouls Kitchen

    Chiang Mai

    Serving food that's good for the stomach and soul, Goodsouls Kitchen whips up vegan Thai, Western and fusion fare. Though some dishes are pricey for…

  • Cook Kai

    Ko Lanta

    A big family-run eating spot where shells dangle from a thatched roof, Cook Kai is best for its wide selection of straightforward local staples –…

  • Food Factory

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Serving up pizza and burgers around the clock on the busy road to Ban Tai, and divided into restaurant and sports bar, this great spot serves up terrific…

  • Maeya

    Udon Thani

    This delightful place defies categories. The interior decor looks like a mixture of Moroccan and art nouveau, with its whimsical tiling and frosted…

  • Gaon Korean Restaurant

    Ko Samui

    Right in Chinatown in Mae Nam, this excellent restaurant offers barbecued meat, grilled fish and steamed seafood sets, as well as Korean staples such as…

  • ZeZe

    Banglamphu

    Fabulous platters of homestyle Israeli food are served up by cheerful staff who divide their time between a travel agency desk and a dining area at this…

  • Esan Ganeang

    Ko Phi-Phi

    On an alley jammed with hole-in-the-wall places favoured by the locals, family-run Esan Ganeang has fantastic and authentic dishes from the Isan region in…

  • Gecko Cabane

    Krabi Town

    Thai dishes with a twist and stylish Western food are served in this eye-catching conversion of two traditional shophouses. Dine on the dark-wood terrace…

  • Pizzeria La Luna

    Phang-Nga Province

    There's a big range of wood-fired pizzas, including veggie choices, at this laid-back, semi-open-air roadside place, as well as homemade pasta, salads,…

  • Dtom Leuat Mu

    Prachuap Khiri Khan

    This actual shack on the corner serves just one dish – the namesake 'pig's blood soup', a piquant broth with many pig parts besides the congealed blood…

  • Night Market

    Krabi Town

    Beside Tha Khong Kha, this market is a popular place for an evening meal. Try authentic sôm·đam (spicy green papaya salad), wok-fried noodles, đôm yam…

  • Jasmin

    Ko Phi-Phi

    Break out of your posh resort to eat at this fine and relaxed, semi-open-air seafood place right in the middle of idyllic Hat Laem Thong. The fresh fish …

  • Nikki Beach

    Ko Samui

    The acclaimed luxury brand Nikki brings international flair to the secluded west coast of Ko Samui. Think haute cuisine, chic decor, gaggles of jet…

  • Black Pearl

    Ko Samui

    This restaurant serving a decent selection of popular Thai and European dishes has a gorgeous perspective on a beautiful stretch of Hat Lamai framed by…

  • Pura Vida

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This charming and bright Portuguese cafe is an alluring choice as you head up the west coast. Breakfasts are excellent, especially the pancakes and…

  • Rimpa Lapin

    Pattaya

    With spectacular views looking back over the entire Pattaya bay, this clifftop restaurant conjures up excellent Thai fusion food. Reservations are needed…

  • Cucina Italiana

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    If it weren't for the sand between your toes and the long-tail boats whizzing by, you might think you had been transported to the Italian countryside. The…

  • AUM Vegetarian Food

    Chiang Mai

    One of the original health-food peddlers, AUM (pronounced 'om') attracts crowds of veggie travellers and a few veggie-curious carnivores. The menu runs…

  • Dow Restaurant

    Ko Phi-Phi

    This deservedly popular restaurant has two sections with two separate kitchens – one side of the street caters for vegans and vegetarians, the other for…

  • Khrua Khao Yai

    Khao Yai National Park

    This open-air hut is hugely popular with visiting Bangkokians because of both the quality of the food and the emphasis on healthy eating, with choices…

  • Orchids

    Hat Patong

    Get fantastic Thai food in a homey, friendly setting with attentive staff. The larb gai (minced-chicken salad with chilli, mint and coriander) is…

  • Fisherman's Restaurant

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Sit in a long-tail boat looking out over the sunset and a rocky pier. Lit up at night, this is one of the island's nicest settings, and the food, from the…

  • Zanotti

    Bangkok

    Zanotti has a well-deserved reputation for Italian dishes. The dark wood and framed paintings of the gentlemen’s-club-like dining room set the scene,…

  • Monna Lisa

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Travellers still rave about the pizza here – little wonder given the staff and the stone oven were reportedly brought over from Italy – and the al dente…

  • Lung Pae

    Ko Tao

    Off the radar of the island’s tourist traffic, ‘Uncle Pae’ sits on a terrace in hilly jungle with views over the blue sea below. The speciality here is…

  • Mr Kobi

    Phuket

    The signs say ‘Broken English spoken here perfect’, but the ever-popular Mr Kobi speaks English very well. He handles the drinks, while Malee deals with…

  • Nadimos

    Bangkok

    This stylish white-tablecloth place does tasty versions of all of the Lebanese standards you could possibly imagine, plus quite a few dishes you’d never…

  • Mr Coffee

    Phuket

    This is a popular Italian-run roadside cafe tucked away near Karon's temple. Homebaked cakes and pastries, cooked breakfasts, ciabatta and focaccia…

  • Papaya Restaurant

    Ko Phi-Phi

    Here’s some real-deal Thai food – cheap, tasty and spicy – served in heaping portions. It has your basil and chilli, all the curries, sôm·đam and đôm yam…

  • Royal Nine Restaurant

    Kanchanaburi

    The menu at this little roadside restaurant is split between Thai and Western food, from green curry to grilled Norwegian salmon to wood-fired pizza that…

  • Kitt & Food

    Ko Samet

    Better than most of the beachfront restaurants on this popular beach, this is a romantic place for dinner, with tables almost lapped by the waves. Don't…

  • Yasmeen Halal Food Restaurant

    Phitsanulok

    There are several Thai-Muslim cafes near the Pakistan Mosque on Th Phra Ong Dam, and this is the biggest and best of them. Thick roh·đee (crispy dough …

  • Phantip Food Market

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Thong Sala’s terrific food market is a must for those looking for doses of culture while nibbling on low-priced street food. Wander the galaxy of stalls…

  • Esenzi

    Phang-Nga Province

    Seafood from around the world is the theme at Esenzi, the latest incarnation of the acclaimed restaurant at the exclusive Iniala Beach House. The menu…

  • Dr Frogs

    Ko Samui

    Perched atop a rocky overlook, Dr Frogs combines beautiful ocean vistas with delicious seafood, Thai and Italian favourites. It's a romantic setting but…

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