Diners' Choice Winner 2023

Diners' Choice by Chope | Bangkok's best restaurants, voted by diners

An annual dining award that champions good taste, Diners' Choice celebrates the excellence, craft, and creativity in Bangkok's dining industry.

Whether you're in the mood for a fancy night out or a casual bite with friends, Diners' Choice has you covered with its comprehensive list of the hottest and most delicious eateries in town. It's the ultimate guide to the city's top culinary destinations. Browse Bangkok's best restaurants, award categories, and more.


2023


Diners' Choice celebrates a decade of trends, talents, and triumphs. Save these restaurants in your Chope collections to plan your next visit!

The star of Bangkok’s dining scene.
Where to Eat

R-HAAN (อาหาร)

Thong Lor

Enter R-HAAN where each dish represents a true taste of Thai cuisine whilst reflecting the art of royal utensils during the Rattanakosin Era. Every single menu item is presented on a beautiful and hand-crafted utensil, making the experience traditional.




KHUA KLING PAK SOD THONGLOR

Thong Lor

Tuck into a family-run establishment that seeks to recreate a Southern Thai culinary experience bearing a distinctly unique sensibility and flavour palette. Sit back and let yourself get swept up in the myriad of tastes and spices here.


NORTH RESTAURANT

Upper Sukhumvit

North was founded by owners from Northern Thailand who seek to provide Lanna cuisine in a fine dining establishment here in Bangkok. The restaurant is meticulously designed so that customers are able to experience Lanna culture and gastronomy right in the heart of the city.


Gigi - Dining Hall & Bar

Phrom Phong

A colorful & cozy cantina serving classic Italian comfort foods, divine wines at fair prices, and cocktails with a cheeky bite. Gigi brings you into the joyful, chaotic charm of sitting down to an Italian family dinner.


LAVA Asian Fire Grill

Thong Lor

LAVA Asian Fire Grill offers a large selection of the finest Wagyu and Black Angus Beef cut menu items, using a unique fire grill technique called "Kokoyaki." Tt's the perfect place to share delicious food and good vibes with your family, friends, and loved ones.


Celebrating the hottest new kid on the block.
Where to Eat

Fuego

Thong Lor

Marrying Spanish and Japanese cuisine in a perfect match that leverages on premium ingredients and unique cooking techniques, Fuego offers comforting dishes that will delight your taste buds with every bite.




L'OLIVA Ristorante Italiano & Wine Bar

Thong Lor

Nestled in the bustling Thonglor, L'OLIVA Ristorante Italiano & Wine Bar presents an idyllic retreat in the heart of Bangkok. This culinary gem, tucked away in a charming renovated family house, offering a distinct Italian dining experience that's familiar and refreshing.


  

Emilia Ristorante Italiano

Ratchaprasong, Chit Lom

An authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of the city, serving up quality dishes made from premium sourced ingredients to truly retain the essence of Italian cuisine to bring you a taste of Italy.


   

The Standard Grill

Sathorn, Chong Nonsi

A culinary experience like no other – where classic, rustic charm meets mouth-watering indulgence amid an irresistibly romantic atmosphere, serving only the finest grass-fed, aged beef and produce-driven dishes.


  

Oranuch Thai Dining

Upper Sukhumvit, Phrom Phong

An authentic Thai cuisine serving up a wide variety of dishes to suit every taste pallet, from stir-fried vegetables to rich curries that bring the heat a perfect spot for sharing with friends and family.


  

The tipples and bartenders that left an impression.
Where to Eat

Escape Bangkok

Phrom Phong

Enter a different vibe of Bangkok, a concept entertaining a tapas bar to tiki bar vibe. Replicating the breezy, sun-soaked laidback feeling accompanied by great bites and delicious grub.




The Iron Fairies

Phrom Phong

The city's most whimsical dining and entertainment destination, welcoming you to an air of enchantment, a testament to its top-searched status among Bangkok's eclectic nightlife.


TEP BAR

Charoen Krung

TEP BAR offers a sprightly selection of Thai-inspired booze and bevy's with a fruity hidden agenda, along with an array of eats for everyone's tastebuds to enjoy.


PARTNER IN CRIME

Ari

Partner in Crime is no run-of-the-mill restaurant. It's a pulsating hub where stories come alive through the symphony of taste, sound, and connection. An ambiance is so electrifying yet warming, bubbling with the energy of diverse patrons who become partners in this extraordinary culinary adventure.


Opium Bar (Lounge Seat)

Samphanthawong

Opium Bar is a classic speakeasy that specialises in curated cocktails. A perfect spot for a quick drink before a meal, after-dark experiences, or late-night soirees.


Where coffee and conversations matter.
Where to Eat

Sarnies Bangkok

Charoen Krung

An uber-popular cafe that boasts freshly brewed coffee that keeps customers coming back every week. At Sarnies Bangkok, almost everything is made from scratch, from the house-cured bacon to the longan wood-smoked salmon and pickled ingredients. A cafe that is so aesthetic, it's definitly an insta-worthy spot to visit.




Siri House - Quince

Lumpini, Chit Lom

The Cafe represents the most thoughtful elements of modern dining, serving simple, delicious food made with care and responsibility. The Mediterranean-inspired, produce driven menu makes generous use of the season’s offerings, keeping the experience, as well as the flavours, fresh and frequent.


WAAN THAI

Thong Lor

Serving up delectable Thai Desserts with elegance and a unique twist, Waan Thai is the go-to place for Instagram-worthy desserts and bright ambience to match.


Gardens by ve/la

Ratchadamri

At Gardens by ve/la, expect an exquisite menu that harmoniously fuses classic dishes with innovative flavours. Each dish is thoughtfully curated using only the freshest ingredients sourced both locally and internationally – ensuring every bite is bursting with taste and goodness.


Broccoli Revolution Sukhumvit 49

Upper Sukhumvit, Thong Lo, Phrom Phong

Broccoli Revolution is a distinct plant-based vegan restaurant that offers a wide variety of dishes from Asian and European cuisines. Focusing on protein from various grains and vitamins from fresh vegetables that are chemical free and uber delicious.


Celebrating bountiful plates and experiences.
Where to Eat

Wine Connection At Ekkamai

Ekkamai

Wine Connection offers an extensive wine list and a selection, a perfect place for gathering after work around some homemade tapas, sharing a casual dinner with friends, late night drinks during in-house DK performance or spending a lazy Sunday afternoon with the family.




JHOL

Lower Sukhumvit

A culinary tour of Southern coastal India with mouthwatering dishes prepared by world-class chef Hari Nayak. JHOL brings a modern and healthier interpretation of Indian fare that utilises only the very best and freshest seasonal ingredients. JHOL, caters for a range of diets with a comprehensive menu offering meat, poultry, seafood and vegetarian options.


Tony's Sukhumvit 11

Lower Sukhumvit, Asoke, Nana

A modern New York – Italian dining and entertainment venue located conveniently right below the Hyde 11 Condominium, showcasing a fresh interpretation of Italian – American cuisine and is thrilled to execute a modern, approachable concept here in Bangkok.


   

Salvia

Ratchadamri

Enjoy a relaxing time with family and friends here at Salvia with vibrant stories and original recipes from head chef Roberto Parentela dishing out artisanal cold cuts and unpasteurized cheese along with wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, handmade pastas and grapevine-grilled meats and decadent desserts.


Brasserie 9

Silom, Sathorn

In a skillfully remodeled mansion dating from Siam’s momentous Rama V era, Brasserie 9’s Chefs prepare authentic French cuisine with a modern twist, from Bouillabaisse to our signature Entrecôte Café de Paris and Foie Gras.


Catering to diverse and adventurous palates.
Where to Eat

Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant Bangkok

Silom

Scarlett Wine Bar and Restaurant offering a memorable rooftop dining experience. This vibrant rooftop bar and French restaurant in Bangkok boasts a produce-driven menu, featuring smaller tapas-style bites as well as charcuterie and cheese boards, succulent dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood delicacies and more, served in a lively and sophisticated ambience.




THAAN Charcoal Cooking

Phrom Phong, Asoke

Located in a small alley on Sukhumvit 31, Thaan Charcoal Cooking offers a contemporary menu based on grilling techniques from an open-concept kitchen. Guests are welcomed into a cozy, dim and intimate dining room serving local Thai eats with a modern twist.


SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok

Charoen Nakorn, Rama 3

SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok is a multi-story, multi-sensory playground und overlooking the city skyline and Chao Phraya river. The city's newest hot spot is the culinary brainchild of Portuguese chefpreneur, Olivier da Costa, following its success from the first two SEEN locations in Sao Paolo and Lisbon.


   

SOL and LUNA

Upper Sukhumvit, Phra Khanong

SOL and LUNA” is an all-day dining restaurant and rooftop bar with the concept of SOL (Sun) and LUNA (Moon), offering an All Day Dining restaurant and a Rooftop Bar that opens up to a 360-degree view.


Cetara Bangkok

Sathorn

An authentic southern Italian seafood restaurant and pizzeria, bringing a taste of the Amalfi coast to the heart of Sathorn. Named after a traditional fishing village, Cetara embraces ancient marine traditions and cooking techniques, serving up everything from Impetta di Cozze mussels over to Carnaroli rice with blue lobster.


 

Culinary maestros at the top of their game.
Where to Eat

Chef Pam (Pichaya Soontornyanakij) of Restaurant Potong

Samphanthawong

A historical playground for Chef Pam to turn her journal memories into 20 inspiring dishes that best showcase progressive Thai-Chinese cuisine. With all menu items centering around the 5-ELEMENT philosophy of "Salt, Acid, Spice, Texture, and Maillard Reaction.




Restaurants that have made the biggest impact in 2023
Where to Eat

Juksunchae

Ploenchit

Bangkok's first Korean fine dining experiencing offering a fantastic culinary experience featuring an 11-course tasting menu, which celebrates traditional Korean recipes and ingredients in a fun and modern way.


2022


With revenge dining in full swing, Diners' Choice celebrated reunions, rewarding the industry that always had our back.

Restaurant of the Year

North Restaurant

Upper Sukhumvit

North was founded by owners from Northern Thailand who seek to provide Lanna cuisine in a fine dining establishment here in Bangkok. The restaurant is meticulously designed so that customers are able to experience Lanna culture and gastronomy right in the heart of the city. By sourcing local and essential ingredients, North Restaurant shares the same goal to present Lanna cuisine and culinary wisdom in an innovative way whilst still maintaining its distinct and unique taste.





New Chope Restaurant of the Year

DAI LOU

Ari

Taking its name from the Cantonese word for "Big Boss", Dailou is redefining classic Hong Kong food by serving delicious small plates inspired by the city's districts. Wan Chai is one of the dishes you won't want to miss here. With Dai Lou's special secret recipe, crispy, crackling pork belly is roasted to tender perfection and served with a sweet-savoury dipping sauce.





Restaurant Bar of the Year

Opium Bar (Lounge Seat)

Samphanthawong

Located above the busy road of Yaowaraj, Opium Bar is a classic speakeasy that specialises in curated cocktails. Dimly lit with elegant and dark furniture, Opium Bar is perfect for a quick drink before a meal, after-dark experiences, or late-night soirees. While Opium Bar serves some of your typical drinks, diners go there for their more inventive beverages that aim to teach one about the dos and don'ts of alcohol.


   


Deal-icious Restaurant of the Year

WORKSHOP

Chong Nonsi

WORKSHOP is a restaurant, gallery, and creative space located at 15/1 Yenakart Road, in the Sathorn area of Bangkok. With its cozy design interior, secluded terrace, and private dining room, WORKSHOP is ready to welcome you for a memorable experience. Come for our warm and relaxed atmosphere and stay for our tribute to fine dining: SINCERE DINING by Chef Clément Hernandez.





Most Romantic Restaurant

SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok

Charoen Nakorn, Rama 3

The rooftop restaurant and lounge is a 1980’s-meets-Art Deco hideaway of indoor-outdoor spaces designed by M & J London, views of the Chao Phraya and glittering cityscape beyond are framed by floor-to-ceiling windows and take center stage. Executive Chef Alexandre Castaldi whips up dishes from around the world based on locally sourced, organic produce. An extensive menu offers up artisanal tapas, cold cuts, and cheeses, seafood and sushi.


  


Most Instagrammable Restaurant

SCARLETT WINE BAR & RESTAURANT BANGKOK

Silom

A Sky Bar with a difference, Scarlett overlooks the beautiful cityscape of Bangkok city without any of the stuffiness of other mile-high bars. With its spacious and intimate ambience, you’ll want to spend the entire night here from the violet sunset, to the late witching hour, fuelled by strong drinks, tasty bar bites, and a view of the sparkling city lights.





Best Hotel Restaurant

Salvia

Ratchadamri

Salvia lies in the heart of Chidlom. With his vibrant stories and original recipes, head chef Roberto Parentela dishes out artisanal cold cuts and unpasteurized cheese along with wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, handmade pastas and grapevine-grilled meats and decadent desserts.


  



Chope Diners’ Choice: Discover the best restaurants of the year


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