Best restaurants in Bangkok

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Many people recommend the buffet at Goji Kitchen + Bar in the Marriott Marquis Queen's Park, especially for its steak, with its seafood, oysters and wide variety also singled out. A couple of commenters point to its atmosphere, with one calling it a good spot for dates. Comparisons with Copper are split: one diner prefers Goji, while a couple of others put Copper ahead, and one commenter notes it is not Thai food.

Marriott Marquis

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Many people recommend Copper, a buffet, and several commenters rank it above Goji, though two others prefer Goji. Several commenters see it as good value, and one of them suggests it for a tighter budget, though a booking may be needed. One commenter says it is better value than the St Regis buffet, though the food is not as strong. Another says it was great at launch, but now only the main dishes are good, the rest reads as filler, and the lamb rack disappointed.

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Most commenters recommend Sorn, and several call it good or amazing, while a few name it among Bangkok's top high-end restaurants. A couple of commenters say it is pricey but worth it, and one diner says you leave full every time. A few commenters find booking hard, with one saying it stays maddening until you become a regular. One commenter found the food disappointing and warns others off, and another thinks it is probably too formal for their night out.

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Most people recommend El Gaucho, and many commenters describe the steak as good, with two calling it among the best they have eaten. Two diners also praise the sides, and one who has eaten at the Soi 11 branch points to its lunch and weekday specials. Several diners have reservations: one calls it overrated, one says it is not to their taste, one who has only eaten there finds the steak worse than an overcooked supermarket steak, and another calls the steak solid rather than spectacular despite liking the ambience. A few diners find it pricey, one says the cheapest option is the standout while the rest seems overpriced, and one finds it fair value by Western steakhouse standards.

Soi 11

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Many people recommend Supanniga Eating Room, and many commenters say the food is good. One commenter calls the Ma Hor dish a must-try. Several commenters point to river views, including views of Wat Arun from the Tha Tien and Opposite Wat Arun branches. Expect to plan ahead: a few commenters say a good table needs booking, one calls reserving a table a hassle, and one notes you may otherwise have to wait or eat next door.

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Many commenters recommend Kub Khao Kub Pla as a solid Thai pick, with one diner naming the creamy tom yum as a favourite and another pointing to the green curry. Several diners describe the food as good, a couple of commenters note the broad menu, and another mentions the nice view at the Terminal 21 branch. The main caveats are that a couple of commenters find it pricey, and one says it has become crowded with tourists.

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Many people recommend the New York Steakhouse at the JW Marriott for steak in Bangkok, and one commenter ranks it ahead of other steakhouses they mention. A few commenters praise the steak itself, and a couple of others call the restaurant a classic, traditional option. The main caveat is price: a few commenters find it pricey, and a couple of commenters rank other steakhouses above it.

JW Marriott

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People recommend Smokin' Pug for its American-style barbecue, and one commenter says its ribs and brisket stay reliably good. One commenter also says the cocktails are good, and another finds it more relaxed than Billy's Smokehouse. Billy's comes up as a comparison: one commenter says Smokin' Pug beats it on meat, while another ranks Billy's S-tier above the Pug.

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Overall, most people recommend Ong Tong, and many praise its khao soi. Many commenters point to the Ari branch, and two commenters describe the soup as saucy. One commenter finds the Ari location pretty spicy. A commenter finds it decent but standard, not worth a cross-town trip, and another calls it overrated and mediocre at most.

Ari

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Most people who weighed in recommend Cocotte, with several commenters singling out the hanger steak and a few others pointing to the tomahawk. Several commenters find it pricey, a couple find the food only so-so or subpar, and a commenter calls the place overrated. One commenter says it is still pretty solid, though better options exist.

Sukhumvit 39

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Most commenters recommend Hom Duan, and many name it as the place for khao soi, with one calling it the best they have had. One commenter calls the seafood omelette excellent and another says the hang le is good. One commenter, though, thinks the khao soi is overrated, so it may not win everyone over.

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Most commenters recommend Sri Trat, and several commenters praise the food. A few commenters single out the cocktails, and a couple of commenters find it reasonably priced. One commenter calls it cozy, while another feels it has become a tourist spot.

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People recommend Arno's, and many diners find it good value. Several commenters call Arno's good, two diners praise the burger, and one diner says you can choose your own cut of steak. A few diners say it is decent rather than top-tier, and one commenter finds the ready-cut meat at other branches too thin and suggests going to the largest branch.

Sathorn

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Most commenters recommend Suki Teenoi, an all-you-can-eat hotpot buffet that many people praise as budget-friendly, and several say it stays open late. Several people also find the food tasty, decent and consistent, and one diner rates the dark soup, brisket and pork neck highly. A couple of commenters rate it below rival hotpot spots, and one commenter sees little appeal beyond its budget-friendly pricing. Other caveats: one diner says the soups are salty, one warns of queues because the branches stay busy, and another finds a steady diet of it miserable.

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Many people recommend Gaggan, and several describe it as an experience, with a few praising its show and theatre. Several commenters praise the food, though a few find it weaker than the experience around it, and one calls it the most fun of their fine-dining outings. That same commenter also finds it very divisive and is not sure they liked it. Cautions include one diner who doubts it is worth the cost, another diner who finds its overall value better despite being pricier than a rival, and one commenter who no longer recommends it.

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Most people recommend Thong Smith, with a few praising the food and many pointing to the boat noodles. One commenter takes the crowds queuing outside as a sign of quality. Several note that it is found in malls, and a couple describe its mall setting as air-conditioned. The main caveat comes from one commenter, who finds it only alright and pricey for boat noodles.

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Most commenters recommend Krua Khun Puk, a Thai restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 11/1. Two commenters single out the khao soi, and two more point to the noodle soup. One commenter calls it good value but warns that Friday and Saturday nights can bring a long queue. Another finds the food good quality and budget-friendly, while one diner says it gets crowded with tourists and suggests a quieter time.

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Most people recommend Sushi Masato, and several put it at the top of their Bangkok sushi lists. Several diners praise the quality of the sushi, and one commenter says the fatty tuna and scallops stood out. One commenter calls it a pricey splurge worth paying for.

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Several commenters point to Breakfast Story for American-style breakfast, and a couple of diners single out the pancakes. One diner says the food, smoothies and coffee are strong, and another rates the food above typical hotel breakfasts. On the downside, a couple of diners call it pricey, a commenter says the bacon lacked flavor, and one diner feels the egg breakfast is poor value without coffee included. Overall the thread leans toward recommending it.

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Many people recommend Billy's Smokehouse for American barbecue, and one diner singles out the large smoked ribs and reuben sandwich as the standouts. Another diner who has eaten at both spots prefers Billy's overall, while one commenter rates Smokin Pug higher on meat quality after trying both. The same diner who praises the ribs notes the place can become crowded and loud, and a different commenter has had mixed experiences there.

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People lean toward recommending Sushiro, and many describe the food as good, with one commenter singling out the chawamushi and warabimochi. One commenter thinks it offers the best value among sit-down sushi restaurants, but a few say its quality is middling and not top-tier. Two commenters point to long queues and suggest joining the queue online or through the app before you go. Two commenters say it is far from fine dining, and one commenter advises skipping it altogether.

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Many commenters recommend Khao So-I for its khao soi, with the Soi Convent branch in Silom the main location discussed. One commenter says it is phenomenal, and another says its Japanese-Thai fusion take on the dish is top-tier. A few diners push back: one finds it too sweet, another finds it very average, and a commenter says it was packed every time they tried to eat there. One diner likes its creamy texture but finds it very spicy for khao soi.

Soi Convent Silom

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Several commenters name Sühring among Bangkok's best fine-dining places, and one diner who has visited many times calls it the city's top fine-dining spot. Another commenter praises its tasteful and creative cooking. Caveats: a commenter found it good but not memorable enough to return to, and another, who lists it among their favorites, would still pick a Thai restaurant over it in Thailand. A further commenter finds it a little pricey.

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Several commenters praise the curry crab, and one of them also recommends the crab fried rice and tom yum soup. One commenter says it suits big groups and families with young children. On price, two commenters find it mid-priced but leaning pricey, and one of them notes it is not extravagant.

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Many people recommend Potong, and two diners who had visited describe the visit as amazing. One commenter finds the food tasty and interesting but says it is not a spot for an intimate dinner, while another sees it as an elevated take on Chinatown-style cooking. One commenter notes there are no white tablecloths. It is pricey, and a different commenter feels the spend is worth it.

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People recommend Eat Am Are for good food at reasonable prices, and they describe it as budget-friendly. One diner orders the grilled dory fish and finds the spicy tuna salad tasty too. One commenter who eats little meat finds the spending hard to justify for them.

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Commenters recommend La Monita for its Mexican food, and a couple of diners call it good or excellent. One diner says it is the best Mexican food they have had, and another suggests it as a strong pick when you want something other than Thai food.

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Many people recommend Baan Somtum, a chain with branches around Bangkok that serves Isan food. One commenter who tried the branch near the Mandarin Oriental agrees with the recommendation, and another says they are a big fan of the Bang Na branch. Two commenters note it can be ordered through Grab, and one suggests trying the salted-egg-yolk coconut tips salad. A few commenters name it without giving reasons.

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People recommend Aunglo, and one diner singles out the fried rice and pork skewers at the Yangrak branch. Another finds the setting casual and pleasant, somewhat lively at times but easy to chat in, while a commenter who has eaten lunch at the Yangrak counter more than once likes it there.

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People recommend Rung Rueang for its pork noodles, and several commenters rate the food highly. One commenter singles out the tom yum as great and says the place is budget-friendly. Another notes the queue may be long.

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Many commenters recommend Fatboy Izakaya, and a couple of them name its Ekkamai branch. A few describe its atmosphere as lively, fun or great, and one praises the drinks. One commenter describes it as Japanese fusion, another says it blends American and Japanese, and one calls the newer Gaysorn Plaza branch really nice. Be ready for a pricey bill, since a couple of commenters say it isn't cheap.

Ekkamai

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Many people recommend MK, with several praising the duck, a couple of commenters praising the green noodles, and one commenter saying the mala broth and dipping meats stand out. A couple of commenters say their kids or relatives love it, though one of them dislikes paying to cook their own food. Caveats: one commenter finds the sauce cheap and boring.

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Many commenters recommend Eat Me. Two commenters name food they like: one describes a great steak dinner, and another names uni and lamb chops as favorites. One commenter praises the cocktails but says they may never have actually eaten the food, and one diner describes a downstairs bar with nice lighting and a noise level that is far from silent but never too loud. Two commenters warn: one finds the food pricey for what it delivers, with only the mash and the pavlova impressing the table, and another found the place underwhelming.

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Several commenters recommend Gaa, and a few praise its Indian cooking. One diner found the drink pairings interesting, while another loved the durian dish. Two diners were more measured: one found it good but not special enough to revisit, and the other had mixed views.

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Many people recommend Bourbon Street, and one commenter calls the food a must-try. One diner calls its New Orleans-style food a steady favorite with generous portions, while commenters praise the Thanksgiving and Christmas menus. One diner notes the menu suits kids and has roomy booths. The main reservation comes from one commenter who recommends the gumbo but finds its texture odd, though they like the flavors.

Ekkamai

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Many commenters recommend Charmgang, and one lists it among the high-end picks in Bangkok. Several commenters rate it as top tier or great, and one diner says a dinner there was amazing. One commenter notes it serves plenty of seafood.

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Many people recommend El Mercado, and two commenters name it among their favorites, while one commenter recommends it for French-style dining. Caveats: a couple of commenters say they used to rate it more highly, and two diners find it pricey. One diner praises the imported cheese selection but says the rest of the large menu tastes premade and reheated, and another calls it very mediocre and says they won't return.

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Many commenters recommend Samrub Samrub Thai, and a few name it among Bangkok's best high-end restaurants. One diner describes an intimate space where the menu changes with available ingredients and suggests booking well in advance. Another commenter finds the food tasty and interesting but notes some hits and misses. The only warning comes from one commenter, who calls it horrible.

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Many commenters recommend Scarlett, the steakhouse at the Pullman on Silom Road. One says its steaks are great and fairly priced, and another is impressed by a large, budget-friendly prime rib. One commenter calls it good but pricey, while another finds the rooftop setting nice but probably too close for a private meal and suspects a different place was meant.

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People recommend Nhong Rim Klong, and one commenter praises its crab omelette. Commenters note there is no long queue and that it is cheaper than a comparable alternative.

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People recommend Nara, and several commenters describe the food as good, with one calling it reliably so. One diner who visited the Siam Paragon branch praised the ambience, and another finds it beginner-friendly. On price, one diner calls it pricey, while another thinks it moderately priced. One commenter also suggests a different spot may be better.

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Many commenters recommend The Sportsman, and a few praise its Thai food: one diner rates the yam khor moo yang highly, and another ranks its krapao top among places they have tried around Bangkok, though they think better may exist. Opinions on the krapao are mixed: one commenter says it is not the place for the tastiest version, though they find the food good, especially the Sunday roast. One commenter specifically recommends the Soi 13 branch. One diner likes going there alone and feels at ease, and mentions the English food and Guinness on tap.

Soi 13

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Many people recommend Haoma, and a couple of diners find the experience impressive. A couple of diners say the food is excellent, with one ranking it the best of the restaurants they tried. One diner doubts it is worth the price, though still calls it an eye-opener. A couple of commenters note its meat-free menu.

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Commenters recommend Prime Burger for its burgers, and several say they are good. One diner singles out the double London burger with bacon, while another says the weekday specials usually include fries and is a fan of the Thursday and Friday offer. A different commenter praises its fries, including the sweet potato version.

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Many people recommend Thipsamai, especially for its pad Thai: one commenter finds it less sweet than others, and one points to the shrimp-head oil version. One diner likes the omelette-style version and finds the setting scenic enough for a date, while a commenter says locals eat there too, not only tourists. There is a long line, which one diner says moves fairly quickly, and another describes the place as budget-friendly.

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People recommend Crackhouse, with a couple pointing to it for breakfast and two singling out the breakfast burritos. One diner calls the cheeseburger burrito incredible, says the loaded curly fries are amazing and the food is addictive, while another lists it among burger picks. A commenter places it at The Commons, Sala Daeng.

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Many people recommend Devilish BBQ, and commenters call it really nice and underrated. One diner says the portions are very large and that friends they brought along all enjoyed it. Another commenter says it handles pasta, BBQ and pizza well.

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Several commenters speak well of El Toro: one who visited recently says it was really good, and another who has been twice says the quality is strong and points to the Brazilian barbecue. Two more list it among their favorites or steakhouse picks, and one describes it as nice with plenty to choose from.

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People recommend Bangkok Bob's, and several commenters praise its steaks, with one also highlighting the lamb chops. A couple of commenters describe it as good value, one thinks its steak is especially strong for the price, and another says it isn't overpriced. The main caveats are that one diner finds the rest of the menu weaker, and a different commenter rates it as decent rather than top-tier.

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People recommend Bartel's, and several diners praise its sandwiches, with one commenter ranking the Sukhumvit branch's sandwiches as the best in the city. One diner finds it a bit pricey for western food, though very satisfying when craved, and another commenter found it only mildly disappointing.

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Many commenters recommend Taling Pling, and several praise its food. One diner says it is the top mid-range Thai pick and that seeing well-off Thais eat there suggests authenticity. One commenter says the Soi 34 branch stands out for its courtyard terrace, while other branches are also good on food. Another commenter warns that the restaurant, like the other two places on the original list, now seems largely geared toward tourists, which runs against the original poster's wish for a place Thais go.

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Most commenters recommend The Local, with two calling it traditional Thai and a couple praising the food as good. One commenter recommends its braised spareribs and stir-fried crab, and another calls it an excellent choice for fine dining. One diner did not enjoy it and found the ambiance a bit sterile.

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Many commenters recommend Veganerie as a good vegan option, and one commenter who tried it found it surprisingly good. One diner likes the cakes and dessert waffles and calls the vegan comfort food decent. Another diner says it was good on a recent visit after eating there more than once. One commenter calls it awful and suggests budget-friendly vegan spots instead.

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Many commenters recommend Nahm, and a couple of them praise the food: one diner calls it sensational and another sees it as a fresh spin on classic Thai cooking. Another rates it as reasonably good, while two commenters are less convinced: one thinks it should come off the list, and another, who has not been back in a while, thinks it no longer deserves its place on the list. One diner advises allowing extra time for evening traffic.

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People recommend Baan Tepa, with one commenter calling it their favorite in Bangkok and another calling it outstanding. A diner who has eaten there rated it excellent alongside other Bangkok restaurants, and another names it among some of the city's best high-end restaurants. One diner found the meal an eye-opener, but doubted it was worth the pricey bill.

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Several commenters recommend Kodtalay, a seafood buffet, and a couple of diners call the food good. One commenter notes that local Thais also queue for it. Caveats: one diner says it can be warm there, and another was less impressed by the sashimi on their last visit and would not pay extra for it.

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Several people single out Mensho Tokyo's ramen for praise. One diner says it ranks among the best ramen they have had.

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Many commenters recommend Baan Ice: one diner calls the balcony over the Chao Phraya lovely and rates the Thai cooking highly. One commenter suggests it for Southern Thai food, and another says it serves air-conditioned meals where well-off locals eat. One more commenter says it gets most of the way there at a budget-friendly price. One diner notes it isn't fancy and suggests going just for fun.

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A few people recommend Khua Kling Pak Sod for Southern Thai food, and one commenter calls its cooking authentic and notes a Michelin Gourmand recognition. One describes it as always nice and another as a solid choice, and one says it is the only Thai spot they can think of around Thonglor.

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People recommend Zao Ekkamai, with one commenter calling it an excellent Isaan spot and another finding its updated approach to local food appealing. One commenter names it among the high-end picks in Ekkamai, and another suggests it for Isaan in a list of regional places.

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People recommend Beast & Butter, mainly for its burgers. One commenter says its burger is the best around, and another says it is the top burger spot in Thailand. A commenter who has eaten at the Sukhumvit 55 branch says the wings and fries are excellent.

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Commenters recommend Pala, and a couple name the Asok station branch. A couple of commenters call it great or pretty good, and one lists it among their favorites. Another commenter, who likes thin-crust pizza and is keen to try it, says it looks amazing.

Asok Station

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People recommend Ramen Tei, and one diner has long favored the ramen and first went to the Silom branch years ago. A commenter praises the katsu curry rice as delicious, and another calls Ramen Tei one of the best. Two more commenters agree with the recommendation, and one calls it amazing.

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Several people recommend Rong Ros, a riverside spot across from Wat Arun on the Chao Phraya. One commenter calls it budget-friendly with a nice night view, and another advises booking ahead.

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Several commenters recommend it, and a couple of them think it suits larger groups. One commenter singles out the razor clams, while a commenter names it as a favorite for Thai-Chinese cooking. Another lists it among several restaurants from the same group they consider good.

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Many commenters recommend Baan Khanitha, especially the IconSiam branch, and one diner singles out its terrace and another its riverside balcony. A few diners say the food is good, and one points to the quality of the ingredients. One commenter finds it mid-priced for people who like Thai food and says a table is usually possible without a booking. Another commenter says the Sathorn Road branch handles work dinners and dietary requirements.

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Commenters recommend Don Asado, an Argentinian steakhouse in the Yen Akat area, and two of them name it their top pick for steak. One diner who has eaten there says the meat is excellent and the menu has plenty of appealing options, while another, who does not care much about steak, says it is good.

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Many commenters recommend Isao, and a couple of them call it their favorite or go-to Japanese restaurant. One commenter suggests it for fusion-style Japanese rolls, which they say are similar to what US diners would expect, and they point to other places for traditional sushi. One commenter advises booking ahead, and another lists it among other suggestions without further detail.

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People recommend Chef Bing, and four single out its pizza. One commenter feels the crust is the best in Bangkok, and another recommends it for New York-style pizza. Two commenters describe sticking with it, and one more simply calls it great.

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Many people recommend Coco Ichibanya, and several say they eat there regularly. One commenter suggests it for a quick, junk-food-style meal. Two commenters are less impressed: one says the food is roughly grocery-store quality, at least for them, and another says a curry at a different restaurant made them stop going. One diner notes it has gotten pricey.