12 Best Restaurants In Thailand That Every Foodie Must Try

Thailand is famous all over the world for its mouth-watering cuisine offering a huge variety of salads, soups, curries, fried meats, seafood, and delectable desserts, infused with an incredible range of spices. Every major city and tourist destination serves their own version of delicious Thai dishes but of course, the best place to get Thai food is in Thailand itself! From upscale dining to casual eateries and renowned street food stalls, there’s so much to see and eat! So, let us be your guide to the best restaurants in Thailand.

1. Blue Elephant, Bangkok

Dinner at the Blue Elephant in Bangkok is the culinary highlight of many people’s trip to the city. This restaurant has branches in many major cities across the world, but there’s something special about this location. For starters, the restaurant, which is also a cooking school, features three menus, Thai food from the past, present, and future. Blue Elephant has its own range of wines and meals can be topped off with a dessert platter that brings together the best sweet treats in Thailand in bite-size portions. Dining at the Blue Elephant is a historical culinary journey experienced in a beautiful, modern setting.

2. Eat Me, Bangkok

The name of this restaurant alone promises something mouth-watering and delicious. Eat Me combines culinary delights and culture, combing cuisines from all over the world to create one international menu that offers over 50 meal choices. In addition to the menu, the decor of the restaurant also makes it a favorite among locals and visitors to the city. The building is surrounded by tall plants, and the balcony is decorated with green bamboo and beautiful paintings. The restaurant’s ever-changing art exhibitions, bar, and lounge area make this restaurant a great place to relax and dine with loved ones.

3. Cafe des Amis, Pattaya

The magic at Cafe des Amis is felt as soon as you enter the gates of the restaurant. Outside, there is a charming dining area with a host of fountains and soothing music to add to the experience. The fine dining eatery is built into a Thai-Balinese-style house, featuring artwork all over the walls and sophisticated decor, and a cocktail lounge in the indoor dining area. Along with a selection of Thai dishes, the restaurant serves Italian, French, and seafood meals. It also has an impressive drinks menu with choices ranging from high-end, vintage wines, cocktails, exotic spirits and liqueurs. Cafe des Amis is considered somewhat of a hidden gem in Pattaya, but the experience and food at the restaurant had added to its growing popularity.

4. Goji Kitchen & Bar, Bangkok

Located in one of Bangkok’s largest hotel, the Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, is the newly opened Goji Kitchen and Bar. This casual, buffet-style restaurant offers authentic regional cuisine along with delicious western dishes. The huge venue holds over 250 seats and has an overwhelming variety of international cuisines, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Korean, Italian, among others. The restaurant features live, open-air cooking stations, a liquor bar, an oyster bar, and a sushi bar. Goji Kitchen is practically open all day, so you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner there.

5. Anchan Vegetarian Restaurant, Chiang Mai

Anchan Vegetarian Restaurant’s slogan says it all: “Vegetarian food so delicious you won’t miss the meat.” This restaurant not only serves some the best vegetarian and vegan dishes in Thailand but also the best Thai food! The Anchan Vegetarian Restaurant is celebrated for its flavorsome curries, which are made using local spices. This is to promote organic living and ensure the authenticity of the restaurant’s menu. The restaurant promises a comfortable and relaxing experience while you dine. For a sweet end to your meal, try the homemade cakes and chocolates.

6. Tealicious Bangkok, Bangkok

If you enjoy having delicious food in a cozy setting, you should definitely visit Tealicious Bangkok. This quaint restaurant serves authentic Thai dishes ranging from the famous ‘Tom Yum Goong’ to ‘Pad Thai’ noodles and spicy fresh ‘Somtam’. The restaurant also has a large variety of vegetarian dishes along with a few International ones. When visiting, ensure that you try the delicious dessert!

7. Siam Supper Club, Phuket

Laguna in Phuket provides the beautiful backdrop for Siam Supper Club — a hot spot for locals to socialize, have fun, and of course, have some delicious food. With its unique decor and an intimate environment, Siam Supper Club has gained a respectable reputation as one of the finer restaurants in Phuket. The restaurant’s menu features mostly western dishes and desserts – all the pasta and pizzas you can eat – along with a few Thai delicacies, and an impressive wine selection. Siam Supper Club’s rich ambiance and excellent menu draw crowds of people to the venue, especially on weekends.

8. David’s Kitchen, Chiang Mai

Restaurants like these aren’t just about the food. David’s kitchen at 909 is undoubtedly one of the top-rated restaurants in Chiang Mai. The award-winning restaurant features a menu with a host of French, European, Thai, and fusion dishes with a separate wine menu. There is also a daily set three-course menu which changes regularly. The kitchen staff is friendly and inviting, matching the atmosphere of the restaurant. The lighting, comfortable furniture and decor make it a relaxing place to enjoy a delicious meal.

9. Sam’s Steak and Grill, Phuket

Located in Patong’s Holiday Inn, Sam’s Steak & Grill is one of the most laid-back yet luxuriously-styled restaurants in Patong. This stylish restaurant serves up quality steak, of course, along with a variety of other western and Thai dishes. The restaurant is divided into an open-air dining area and a rather more intimate lounge, separated by a glass-walled wine cellar, so there’s something for every kind of party. The restaurant also offers a private dining room for birthday parties and other special occasions.

10. Red Sky Bar, Bangkok

Red Sky in Bangkok is Bangkok’s ultimate rooftop restaurant and bar. Where better to watch the beautiful Bangkok sunset than through the restaurant’s 360-degree panoramic vistas from Centara Grand Hotel’s 55th floor? Not only is the decor and scenery impressive, but the food is too. The sophisticated menu features some of the best European dishes complete with delicious dessert, cocktails, and wine. The menu is a bit pricey but the delicious food, opulent ambiance, and soothing jazz quartet that plays in the background make it worth spending. If you realize that Red Sky looks familiar while you’re there, it’s probably because you saw it in the ‘Hangover’ movie.

11. Nami Teppanyaki Steakhouse, Bangkok

If you’re looking for a vibrant, family-friendly restaurant in Bangkok, Nami Teppanyaki Steakhouse at the JW Marriott Hotel is the place for you! The restaurant offers up delicious premium cuts of steak, lamb, and seafood, which is prepared on a hot plate directly in front of you. With the open-air styled kitchen, the chefs serve up not only delicious food but culinary theatrics to keep you entertained and interested. The kid-friendly atmosphere and friendly staff make this restaurant a popular choice for birthdays and special events.

12. D&E’s Jungle Kitchen, Krabi

For authentic Thai food, large portions for affordable prices, and a friendly staff, locals in Ao Nang crowd D&E’s Jungle Kitchen, located on the main road that leads to Krabi Town. The menu features a range of delicious Thai meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients that add to the restaurant’s authenticity. Jungle Kitchen is a small restaurant made of bamboo and thatch and ran by a well-known local family in Krabi, but don’t let the size fool you. The restaurant can get crowded around dinner time, so ensure that you call in and make a reservation early.