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Colette is French in bones and Bangkok in attitude – a brasserie that looks polished while still feeling casual and inviting. Considered lighting, beautiful interiors lined with contemporary art and a busy open bar set the tone for a room that transitions seamlessly from a weekday dinner to a long weekend lunch.
Food sticks to familiar ground and does so with confidence and quality. Tuna tartare arrives in generous chunky bites, bright with mustard seeds and a satisfying crunch from potato chips. Beef and onion soup is deeply rich and caramelised with molten cheese overflowing from the bowl. Grapefruit and avocado salad brings a clean, zesty start before richer plates roll out.
Whole roasted baby chicken is a table favourite, resting on a bed of thyme with a salty-savoury miso sauce that keeps the meat juicy and umami-packed. Lobster tagliatelle feels indulgent but balanced – carrying the sweetness of shellfish without drowning it in cream. For dessert, mille feuille hits perfection – crisp, flakey pastry layered with Earl Grey English cream and a thread of caramel.
The kitchen’s new direction comes from executive chef Chris Beverley, whose background runs through respected London dining rooms before settling in Bangkok. His approach keeps French technique at the core while letting flavours stay approachable and clean – the kind of cooking that feels generous and relatable rather than showy. It suits the room’s rhythm.
The bar has its own energy - cocktails are steady and well-curated and the wine list gives space to organic and orange wines alongside more familiar choices. What really stands out with Colette is how it evolves comfortably throughout the day – from an early morning coffee with buttery French pastries to dinner and late night drinks – all without skipping a beat or changing personality. Service manages to stay friendly and relaxed even when the room fills up.