 | Le Isaan THE ‘secret’ back garden is just one of the draws at this lovely Thai restaurant, whose serene candle-lit interior, and attractive outdoor space, are both great spots for a date. The restaurant’s modern, northern Thai cuisine goes down a treat, too. Open daily. Soi Sua Plu 8. Tel: 09 213 0169 www.facebook.com/LeIsaan |
Breizh Crepes
FROM savoury to sweet, this open air restaurant serves all kinds of delectable French crêpes. Toppings range from salted butter caramel and fruit coulis, to sausage and goat cheese. If you want to try the world-famous Crêpes Suzette, then this is the perfect place to do so.
Suan Plu Soi 8, Sathorn (opposite Mingle condominium) Open daily from 11am – 11pm Tel: 02 679 33 93
www.breizh-crepes.com
FROM savoury to sweet, this open air restaurant serves all kinds of delectable French crêpes. Toppings range from salted butter caramel and fruit coulis, to sausage and goat cheese. If you want to try the world-famous Crêpes Suzette, then this is the perfect place to do so.
Suan Plu Soi 8, Sathorn (opposite Mingle condominium) Open daily from 11am – 11pm Tel: 02 679 33 93
www.breizh-crepes.com
| H Bar DESIGNED by Harper’s architecture, this trendy new bar is a good option for after work cocktails, wine or beer. Barbecued meats and light snacks are also available. 170/8 Soi Suan Plu. Open 5pm – 12am Mon to Sat Tel: 081 815 6416 www.on.fb.me/1NCaCzu |  |
 | Smalls LOCATED a couple of doors down from Junker and Bar, this petite and funky nightlife spot is run by David Jacobson, founder of the legendary (now closed) Q Bar. Set over three floors, including a rooftop terrace, Smalls is an intimate place to chill and have late-night drinks with friends. Live jazz music and top shelf drinks (including a great selection of absinthe) will keep you buzzing for the entire night, while nachos, chicken wings, pork rillettes, cheese platters, foie gras, and more tasty snacks provide plenty of fuel for the fun. 186/3 Suan Plu Soi 1.Open Wed-Mon 8:30pm-2am. Live blues and jazz on Thursday and Friday Tel: 081 819 6808 www.facebook.com/smallsbkk |
Sumtumnaisuan
LOCATED at the end of a dark alley (don’t let it put you off), this family run restaurant serves inexpensive Thai eats, with a focus on Som Tum, in the gardens of a budget guesthouse. Expect charming owners and a mostly local crowd.
Mon-Fri 5pm to 11pm (more details on the website all in Thai)
LOCATED at the end of a dark alley (don’t let it put you off), this family run restaurant serves inexpensive Thai eats, with a focus on Som Tum, in the gardens of a budget guesthouse. Expect charming owners and a mostly local crowd.
Mon-Fri 5pm to 11pm (more details on the website all in Thai)
| NAGA café & guesthouse ENJOY delicious Thai cuisine at a reasonable price in this quirky, psychedelic-inspired restaurant. The jovial service staff will immediately make you feel at home. 170/6-7 Soi Suan Plu. Tel: 02 287 2059 www.facebook.com/nagacafebkk |  |
Junker and Bar
THIS neat, low-key café-sized joint serves home-infused cocktails, local and imported craft beers, and delicious American comfort food like burgers, tacos, hot-dogs and more mouth-watering deep-fried goodness. Don’t expect anything fancy – Junker is small and compact with a few tables and chairs – but it has a nice homey feel. The Wagyu burger is a must-try, although do expect it to result in a greasy chin and fingers – the patties here are always juicy.
454 Suan Plu Soi 1. Open Tue-Sun noon-midnight. Live music Wed-Sat. Tel: 085 100 3608
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THIS neat, low-key café-sized joint serves home-infused cocktails, local and imported craft beers, and delicious American comfort food like burgers, tacos, hot-dogs and more mouth-watering deep-fried goodness. Don’t expect anything fancy – Junker is small and compact with a few tables and chairs – but it has a nice homey feel. The Wagyu burger is a must-try, although do expect it to result in a greasy chin and fingers – the patties here are always juicy.
454 Suan Plu Soi 1. Open Tue-Sun noon-midnight. Live music Wed-Sat. Tel: 085 100 3608
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 | Café Neighbor THIS brand new coffee shop serves a selection of Arabica coffees from northern Thailand, plus Thai teas and tasty desserts like Choc fudge brownie, Matcha cheese cake, and waffles. 466/23 Thanon Suan Plu. Open Mon-Fri 7am-6pm; Sat and Sun 10am-6pm. |
| Uncle John FORGET pricey French meals served in five-star hotels. Uncle John offers similar fare for a fraction of the price. Now in charge of two streetside locations on Suan Plu Soi 8, the former hotel chef creates Italian, Thai and Indian dishes using high quality ingredients, with highlights such as Foie gras, Filet mignon and Crispy duck beast. His tasty Lobster bisque soup is a bargain at B169. 279/2 Suan Plu Soi 8. Open daily 6.30pm-10.30pm Tel: 081 373 3865 |  |
RenDez-Vous Bistro & Restaurant
FRENCH Chef Jeremy whips up traditional French dishes like onion soup and Bourgogne snails, alongside tasty treats such as Black pudding and duck confit. There is an excellent selection of wine from different regions of France, as well as plenty of tempting desserts. The lemon meringue pie is to die for.
101/11 Soi Suan Plu, South Sathorn Road, Thungmahamek. Closed on Wednesdays.
Tel: 02 679 3292 www.rendez-vous-restaurant.com
FRENCH Chef Jeremy whips up traditional French dishes like onion soup and Bourgogne snails, alongside tasty treats such as Black pudding and duck confit. There is an excellent selection of wine from different regions of France, as well as plenty of tempting desserts. The lemon meringue pie is to die for.
101/11 Soi Suan Plu, South Sathorn Road, Thungmahamek. Closed on Wednesdays.
Tel: 02 679 3292 www.rendez-vous-restaurant.com
Nando Kitchen
NOT to be confused with the popular UK-based restaurant chain, Nando serves authentic Italian street food in a no-frills space (no air con, and only ten tables) next to Breizh crepes. The thin crust pizzas are a highlight.
495/60, Suan Plu Soi 8. Open daily 1pm-11pm Tel: 097 065 1216
NOT to be confused with the popular UK-based restaurant chain, Nando serves authentic Italian street food in a no-frills space (no air con, and only ten tables) next to Breizh crepes. The thin crust pizzas are a highlight.
495/60, Suan Plu Soi 8. Open daily 1pm-11pm Tel: 097 065 1216
| Restdot Hostel TUCKED away at the end of a small street, this comfy and cool youth hostel is a perfect hideout for budget travelers who are looking to explore Bangkok’s busy nightlife scene. This hostel has everything you need: male and female dorms, double rooms, free Wi-Fi, live entertainment, a kitchen, and hospitable staff who speak fluent English. 67/10 Soi Suan Plu, Thungmahamek, Sathorn (near Saladaeng BTS station). Tel: 02 004 8373 |  |
Bud’s Barbecue
PARKED opposite Cactus, and just outside Mingle Condominium, Bud’s Barbecue food truck sells mouth-watering slow cooked ribs and pulled pork, all drizzled with a delicious homemade barbecue sauce. The truck’s Thai Thunder Burger is also worth a try. Keep up to date with the truck’s opening hours on Facebook.
Suan Plu Soi 8 Tel: 096 159 4694 www. on.fb.me/1P5wTr4
PARKED opposite Cactus, and just outside Mingle Condominium, Bud’s Barbecue food truck sells mouth-watering slow cooked ribs and pulled pork, all drizzled with a delicious homemade barbecue sauce. The truck’s Thai Thunder Burger is also worth a try. Keep up to date with the truck’s opening hours on Facebook.
Suan Plu Soi 8 Tel: 096 159 4694 www. on.fb.me/1P5wTr4
Cactus
GET your daily dose of Mexican food at this popular food truck featuring tummy-filling burritos loaded with melt-in-the-mouth slow-cooked meats. The truck normally parks in the evening outside Le Isaan, on Suan Plu 8. Check Facebook for opening hours.
Soi Suan Plu 8. Tel: 083 0879 092
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GET your daily dose of Mexican food at this popular food truck featuring tummy-filling burritos loaded with melt-in-the-mouth slow-cooked meats. The truck normally parks in the evening outside Le Isaan, on Suan Plu 8. Check Facebook for opening hours.
Soi Suan Plu 8. Tel: 083 0879 092
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Kom-Ba-Wa Japaniste
THIS modern and stylish restaurant serves Japanese food with a modern twist. Alongside the selections of sushi and sashimi and imported fish, you can enjoy premium sakes, whiskies, and wine.
39/19 Soi Suan Plu, Sathorn Road, Thungmahamek.
Tel: 02 679 3775-6 Open daily, from 11:30am – 1am.
www.kombawa.com
THIS modern and stylish restaurant serves Japanese food with a modern twist. Alongside the selections of sushi and sashimi and imported fish, you can enjoy premium sakes, whiskies, and wine.
39/19 Soi Suan Plu, Sathorn Road, Thungmahamek.
Tel: 02 679 3775-6 Open daily, from 11:30am – 1am.
www.kombawa.com
I’m Petra
HEAD to this popular Thai restaurant to munch on tasty homemade dishes such as Phad Thai, lab gai, and the restaurant’s popular signature dish,
Spaghetti green curry – a fusion favourite.
387/5 Suan Plu Soi 8 (next to the seed mingle condo) Open from 11am – 7pm daily
Tel: 093 913 0078.
HEAD to this popular Thai restaurant to munch on tasty homemade dishes such as Phad Thai, lab gai, and the restaurant’s popular signature dish,
Spaghetti green curry – a fusion favourite.
387/5 Suan Plu Soi 8 (next to the seed mingle condo) Open from 11am – 7pm daily
Tel: 093 913 0078.
