Discover why this lively CBD is also a go-to spot for Bangkok’s food lovers.
Silom and Sathorn may be Bangkok’s busiest neighborhoods. This main commercial business district (CBD) always sees a flurry of activity, from office workers rushing in and out of its towering skyscrapers, including Thailand’s tallest building (that would be King Power Mahanakhon), during the day to night owls trawling its many bars come sundown.
But among these office buildings and neon-lit night haunts, you also have casual eateries that contribute to Silom and Sathorn’s buzzy vibe. Friendly, informal places where you can wind down (or start the day) with a glass of wine or cup of coffee, and tuck into a comforting dish that nourishes the body and stirs the soul. You can find anything from the spicy Isaan dishes from the New York-born Thai restaurant to delectable international fare in the bustling food hub like Mahanakhon Eatery at the iconic pixelated building in Sathorn-Silom.
It's time to get hungry and check out these 12 restaurants that are now on our radar in Sathorn-Silom.
French food supplier-turned-restaurant Avril Gourmet and Bordier Selection promises authentic European dishes made with carefully sourced, high-quality ingredients. Come here to indulge in all-day breakfast and brunch fare like its Quenelles with Lobster Sauce Nantua and Rice Pilaf, and Pate en Croute with Foie Gras.
A tantalizing, smoky smell from a Josper grill wafts through Mahanakhon Eatery, thanks to el mar, the grilling expert that serves a scrumptious spread of perfectly cooked fresh seafood and luxurious beef. Come hungry to better relish the restaurant’s signature Josper Grilled Australian Black Onyx, which pairs well with the Chilled Seafood Platter.
Sweeten up your palate and mood at this dessert shop by award-winning dessert chef Arisara “Paper” Chongphanikul, who takes inspiration from le dessert français to create an array of colorful, prettily designed cakes and pastries. Make sure you get a shot of Chilli Crab for your Insta before finding out that it’s actually a striking dessert in disguise.
Homestyle Italian fare finds a home at Mahanakhon Eatery with Isabella Italian Rotisserie, the first Bangkok venture of Trieste-born chef Andrea Bonifacio. Whether they’re serving Italian-style roast chicken or al dente spaghetti with a huge rock lobster from Hua Hin, Chef Andrea and his team will always make sure that you have a good time.
There’s always time for a glass of fine wine—or two—before calling it a day. Visit Maison du Vin and pick your favorite red or white from its expansive collection, which includes selections from famous vineyards around the world. The wine lounge’s ambience is designed to evoke a vintage French winery where you can sit, sip, and unwind in a dimly lit setting amidst bottle-filled crates.
Creative Thai kitchen Another Hound Cafe expands its culinary empire with Meat & Spice, a new joint that uses western ingredients and cooking techniques to present another side to traditional Thai cuisine. Each dish will impress you with its aesthetically pleasing presentation before hitting you hard with strong flavors from each region in Thailand. Highlights include the Salmon Confit with Snow Ocean and Rib-Eye Khaojee E-Sarn.
Offering creative coffee and “community access for everyone”, this minimalist space, despite its bare concrete walls and raw, industrial-style decor, is ideal for sitting down and relaxing by yourself or with a couple of friends. Order The Cloud, an apple hazelnut coffee with créme bruleé foam on top or one of the café’s refreshing fruity drinks.
French chef Arnaud Dunand Sauthier, who headed the two-Michelin-starred Le Normandie for years, manifests his love for simple breakfast and brunch plates at this warm, sunlit restaurant on Soi Sueksa Witthaya (right next to his new eponymous fine-dining restaurant). Alpea embraces you like a warm hug with its homey surroundings and hearty dishes inspired by Alpine nature.
Who doesn’t love fancy street food? This is why Ruay Mitr is packed every evening with Silom and Sathorn nine-to-fivers, who gather around a table and slurp pandan-infused rice congee and munch away on sharing dishes like spicy salted egg salad, wok-fried clams with chilli paste, and minced pork soup with Japanese plums.
One of Bangkok’s most sought-after brunch places, Fran’s is packed with late risers who come for European-style brunch-tastic plates, pasta dishes, hearty salad bowls, and many more. But it’s the Velvet Egg & Bacon open sandwich that everyone seems to be ordering for the table. The eatery can get really crowded so it’s best to make a reservation—if you can.
The original branch of this popular Isan restaurant in New York received a Michelin star in 2016. Its outlet in Bangkok may not have a star (yet), but it’s still worth it to treat yourself to the restaurant’s flavor-rich signatures such as som tum (papaya salad), laab (spicy pork salad), and tom saap (spicy soup).
Look no further when the craving for authentic Vietnamese cuisine kicks in. This homey eatery (run by the same people behind boat noodle restaurant Thong Smith) is set in a 100-year-old Indo-Chinese house, where it serves wholesome dishes like throat-warming pho with soft braised beef, and bánh bèo rice cakes with shrimp and minced pork.
