For Daniel Van Norden, the cacophony of New York City long since faded into a distant hum, replaced by the humid symphony of Bangkok. Here, under the saffron sun, the wayward explorer and commodore of the Chinatown Yacht Club found a new rhythm, navigating the currents of both high brow discourse and the city's labyrinthine, low brow charm. He had, as it were, forsaken the world of common day.

Daniel Van Norden

Daniel Van Norden

Freelance writer, Time Out Thailand

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Bangkok’s best breakfasts

Bangkok’s best breakfasts

In a city that runs on street food, the Western-style breakfast has staged a remarkable coup. Bangkok is now a brunch-obsessed town, a place where the quality of your weekend can be measured in perfectly poached eggs and artisanal coffee. But with a new, photogenic cafe flinging open its doors every other week, separating the truly brilliant from the merely basic can be a full-time job. That's where we come in. We've navigated the queues, sampled the sourdough, and downed the flat whites to crown the champions of the city's breakfast scene. Whether you're after a virtuous health bowl or a gloriously indulgent feast, these are the spots that truly deserve your weekend.  Discover, book, and save at hundreds of restaurants with Grab Dine Out. Enjoy exclusive discounts, use dining vouchers, and make instant reservations, all in the Grab app. Explore Grab Dine Out now.