Our MICHELIN Inspectors have been out and about once again in search for fresh delicious spots worthy of a place in the MICHELIN Guide selection.
As usual, Bib Gourmands, MICHELIN Stars, and MICHELIN Green Star will be announced at the end of the year. Every third Wednesday of the month, the new restaurants that will be part of the upcoming MICHELIN Guide Thailand will be featured both on the website and the MICHELIN Guide application.
How will you spot the new additions? They will be highlighted with a ‘New’ symbol. Some of these newly recommended establishments will go on to earn distinctions at the annual MICHELIN Guide ceremony, so why not give them a try and share with us your thoughts?
We’re excited to unveil the latest additions to the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025.
Bookmark this page and check back monthly for the latest additions!
September 2025
This month, we spotlight 15 standout restaurants across Thailand — from Bangkok and Chiang Mai to Surat Thani and Udon Thani. Highlights include an intimate Thai set-menu experience crafted for sharing; a rustic roadside shop known for wok-kissed pad thai; a Southern-style shrimp haven with its own farm; and a serene Surat Thani eatery where the chef cooks only what’s fresh each morning. Whether it’s refined Italian elegance by a renowned chef at Dusit Thani, a playful Korean tasting menu, or a heritage kaiseki dinner served with Ayutthaya spring water, each stop reveals the diverse soul of Thai dining — one plate, one story at a time.
Foong, Bangkok
Foong is a trendy local spot serving seasonal Thai set menus that change monthly. The homely yet skillfully executed cuisine focuses on familiar flavors and high-quality ingredients. Each family-style dining experience features around 10 shared plates – from nam prik, spicy salads, stir-fried and deep-fried dishes, and curries to hearty soups – finishing with a simple Thai dessert. Bookings are by reservation only, with a minimum of four guests required.
Jek Tod, Bangkok
Since opening in 2024, Jek Tod has swiftly garnered attention for its generous portions and bold flavors. It serves an array of pork-based noodle dishes, crafted with fresh, carefully prepared ingredients and savoury broths. A standout is the “Signature Bowl”, which is generously packed with pork condiments and offal. Customers can choose between a tom yam or a clear broth. Adding an onsen egg lends extra richness and brings balance.
Jaidee Shrimp, Bangkok
This casual eatery, which opened nearly two decades ago, is all about its signature shrimp dishes. Shrimp paired with bold Thai flavors and Southern influences delight fans of the crustacean. Diners can savor classics such as pad thai, alongside rich curries and flavorful soups. The shrimp comes from Jaidee Shrimp’s own farm in Surat Thani province, ensuring exceptional freshness and quality. With no red meat on the menu, the restaurant offers a wide array of fresh seafood, including squid, mantis shrimp and fish.
Laab Ton Yang (San Phi Suea), Chiang Mai
A solid choice for no-fuss Northern Thai food, this laid-back restaurant serves rustic, traditional dishes in small sharing portions. Highlights include the well-balanced kaeng om and boldly flavoured lab nuea, available with pork, beef or fish – raw or cooked – all prepared in classic Northern style. In an open-air setting with a relaxed local vibe, the place fills up with Thai diners at peak times. Service is friendly, with staff often speaking Northern Thai
Poondang Kaengron, Chiang Mai
A cosy spot in a charming old wooden house with a warm, down-to-earth feel; clay pots, textured walls and rustic furnishings lend regional charm. The unfussy vibe suits the menu of Thai dishes with a few Northern touches. The stir-fried and deep-fried dishes stand out, especially the addictive fried tiny shrimp with chili and salt – light, crisp and well-seasoned. With quality ingredients and shareable portions, it is ideal for a laid-back meal.
Duet by David Toutain, Bangkok
In this elegant space, set within a serene glasshouse on the seventh floor of The Ritz-Carlton, lush greenery blends with a striking wooden ceiling carved with nature-inspired motifs. Chef David Toutain presents a seasonal tasting menu that is creative, delicate and distinctly plant-forward, with clever touches that balance land and sea. The zero-proof drink pairing is a smart choice, enhancing flavors without overwhelming the delicate nuances of the food.
Nai Khlong Boat Noodles, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
This shop beside a canal exudes charm, with its simple wooden shelves and tables. Highlights include the boat noodles in a well-balanced broth and the richly flavored dry beef soup with tender slices and slow-cooked meat, lifted by roasted peanut aroma.
Cannubi by Umberto Bombana, Bangkok
This restaurant brings refined Italian dining to Dusit Thani Bangkok. Implementing Bombana's vision, the Italian chef marries classical roots with modern technique in confident, well-balanced dishes. Choose a concise set lunch menu or the full dinner tasting experience. Featuring warm lighting and plush seating, the elegant room overlooks a calming waterfall. The 350-label wine cellar is overseen by a clued-up sommelier team.
I-SANG, Bangkok
Taupe tones, natural light and clean lines lend this modern Korean restaurant a calm, minimalist charm. Chef Lee Sanggun channels global experience into a concise tasting menu that smartly fuses Korean roots with Thai produce – vegetables, seafood and Chiang Rai rice. Highlights include bright, colourful naengchae, comforting perilla oil guksu, and a flavor-packed crispy crab – his playful riff on Korean fried chicken. The pickles are made in-house.
Seifu, Bangkok
On the fourth floor of a building of the Marriott building, this intimate restaurant has two rooms, each seating nine. Veteran chef Yuichi Mitsui and chef Kazutomo Matayoshi extend the typical kaiseki omakase menu to include sushi and more, deploying an array of techniques. Thai produce – fresh crab meat and spring water sourced from Ayutthaya for the soups – meets Japanese finesse, and illustrations by Mitsui appear on the menus. Two sittings daily; book well ahead.
Dear Phangan, Surat Thani
Surrounded by a small garden of papaya, banana, tamarind and fresh herbs, this tranquil open-air eatery feels a world away from full-moon clichés. Booking is essential, as the chef prepares only the exact number of portions each day. The blind menu changes with fresh finds from the local market and pier, alongside seasonal fruits and edible flowers grown in the garden. Highlights include crisp yet juicy deep-fried fermented catfish, while the squid stir-fried with ink and shrimp paste shows off just how fresh the ingredients are.
Pad Thai Bua Dang, Udon Thani
This modest roadside shop is known among locals for its pad thai with prawns, not overly sweet and full of wok aroma. They offer variations with seafood, meat, or other toppings. Indoor seating is air-conditioned, service is friendly, and an English menu is available.
Rark, Bangkok
Set in a quiet alley, Rark offers an intimate kitchen-side experience. In a buzzy, unpolished, homely setting – wooden walls, open shelving and the sizzle of the wok within earshot – chefs bring finesse to Thai classics. Dishes such as mix-it-yourself scallop salad or Thai Wagyu with long pepper showcase bold, layered flavors. An à la carte menu, a detail-driven and deeply personal approach... it feels more like dinner at a friend's. Booking ahead is advised.
CHAWEE, Chiang Mai
Chawee, named after the chef-owner's grandmother, offers an intimate, personalized dining experience, as Thai music plays softly in the inviting space with sage-green walls and vintage touches. Dishes draw on childhood memories or old recipes, in a menu that changes monthly, depending on the season and availability of local ingredients. With fragrant lychee and coconut in a harmonious mix, the spicy lychee salad refreshes the palate with its natural sweet-and-sour balance.
Euang Kam Sai, Chiang Mai
Eung Kham Sai has been run by the same family for over a century and is still serving up classic Northern Thai recipes handed down through the generations. The modest space has traditional decor; large windows frame the view outside. Try the freshly made khao bai, rice wrapped around a pork, fish, or beef filling, or the spicy Northern-style curry, made from scratch with local beef brisket and exuding fruity acidity. Some ingredients come from local sustainable farms.
August 2025
This month, we feature seven restaurants across Thailand, from Khon Kaen to Surat Thani, Ayutthaya and Bangkok. Highlights include an Isan grillhouse with bold, contemporary flair; a Southern Thai spot serving heartfelt home cooking; a cosy shop offering 70 varieties of traditional Thai desserts; an Italian eatery inspired by Emilia-Romagna; and more — from sushi and yakitori-style Wagyu to refined Thai heritage cuisine.
Food by Fire, Khon Kaen
With its striking tiger mural on a deep red wall and U-shaped counter around an open kitchen, this Isan grillhouse celebrates northeastern produce in bold, contemporary style. Fire and fermentation anchor a steak and grill menu that is packed with local flavors, thanks to close ties with farmers and home-grown herbs. We highly recommend the Khon Kaen chocolate-fed beef, served with a spicy red-wine sauce, house-made papaya kimchi and an eggplant dip.
At this relaxed spot in a traditional Thai house 20 minutes from town, the cordial service makes you feel like you are at a friend's place. The chef-owner shops each morning, picking mostly local produce; pastes are pounded fresh, and every dish is cooked à la minute, so second orders take time. Lon is favored over chilli paste, and the tamarind-scented kung phat sauce makham perfectly balances sweet and sour.
Jikasei B, Bangkok
Helmed by a Portuguese chef who injects Japanese cuisine with his unique flair, this restaurant follows an Edomae-style meal progression. Seasonal catch flown from Tokyo and Kanazawa is paired with sushi rice seasoned with three vinegars for perfect balance. Highlights include luscious ankimo tucked into crispy rice-flour wafers. The modest room with an eight-seat counter feels intimate, and the English-speaking chef's engaging service adds to the experience.
Yakiniku Sudo, Bangkok
Behind a black timber facade marked only by a modest sign, this Wagyu specialist exudes quiet confidence. The dark, minimalist space focuses all eyes on the chef, who grills the beef with Japanese-honed precision, coaxing out its natural aroma, tenderness and depth. House-made sauces, classic or pineapple kimchi, thoughtful sides and a neat dessert complete the experience. If you're coming as a group, book the counter seats to savor the theatre of the grill.
Khanom Mho Kaeng Mae Yai (Phai Ling), Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
This cosy shop bathed in natural light serves 50 to 70 types of authentic Thai desserts. They freshly squeeze coconut milk each morning for rich flavors and aromas. As well as the signature khanom mo kaeng (silky Thai custard), you can sample sweet sorghum, thua paep or piak pun.
Via Emilia, Bangkok
Opened in 2021, Via Emilia brings the soul of Emilia‐Romagna to Bangkok, with authentic home‐style Italian fare. Occupying what was once an old house, the restaurant is adorned with hand‐painted murals echoing Roman architecture. The handmade pastas, freshly baked pizza and classics such as tagliatelle al ragù go down a treat with Italian wines from a well-curated selection; seasonal menus are another option. This pet‐friendly eatery is ideal for both casual meals and intimate gatherings.
Bo.lan, Bangkok
Set in a traditional Thai house done out in dark wood, this cosy restaurant exudes rustic charm and sincerity. The menu is rooted in time-honored recipes and sustainability, skilfully using rare regional produce sourced from small farmers to explore Thai culinary heritage. Precise techniques underpin deliberately simple presentations that let the depth and balance of the flavors shine. Mains arrive "samrap" style for sharing, fostering conviviality.
June 2025
This month, we feature 7 restaurants in Chiang Mai and Bangkok, including a Northeastern Thai gem, an authentic Thai spot in the heart of the capital city, a charming Northern Thai eatery serving local flavor, and an Indian restaurant showcasing the cuisine of India’s 28 states and more.
Tub Ping, Chiang Mai
This charming restaurant by the Ping River blends traditional and modern design, with warm wooden decor, brick walls and high ceilings. Woven crafts add a Northern Thai touch. Passionate about Western cuisine, the owner-chef fuses Thai ingredients with European techniques. Standouts include penne with Thai sour pork sausage in pesto and red curry with crispy duck confit and lychee. For an optimum experience, sit out on the riverside terrace and take in the view.
KaenKrung, Bangkok
With its soft lighting and Northeastern-inspired decor featuring woven lampshades and wall art, Kaenkrung exudes a warm atmosphere. The chef-owners present contemporary Isan flavors from Khon Kaen in a menu of well-balanced Thai and Isan dishes. Made with local ingredients, the signature Hao Dong, comprising grilled pork tossed in a fragrant herb and spice mix, delivers bold, spicy, smoky notes with a refined finish. Perfect for those who love strong, punchy flavors.
Tammang, Bangkok
This casual eatery offers a plant-based spin on authentic Isan and Thai cuisine. From the open kitchen, the sound of a pestle and mortar echoes as som tam is freshly prepared. The à la carte menu features vegan and vegetarian options, along with seasonal specials. Instead of fish sauce, fermented soybeans are used to preserve the richness of traditional flavors. Dishes deliver bold, classic tastes, with spice levels customizable to each guest’s preference.
Ma Maison, Bangkok
Set in the historic Nai Lert Park Heritage Home, Ma Maison carries on a legacy of authentic Thai cuisine. It draws inspiration from the culinary passion of Nai Lert’s wife, Khun Ying Sinn, and her meticulously crafted recipes. The menu highlights classic Thai dishes with contemporary twists, using fresh ingredients like freshly pressed coconut milk. Housed in a modern glass pavilion, it’s a haven for those who love bold, punchy flavors.
Gongkham, Chiang Mai
Around 30 minutes from downtown Chiang Mai, this Lanna-style wooden house with a warm, relaxed vibe offers a peaceful escape that feels like dining at a local friend's home. Outdoor seating without air conditioning is ideal for enjoying the cool air. The menu sticks to local classics, from Kaeng Khae and Nam Prik Noom with deep-fried pork liver to Cho Phak Kat. Cooked to order, the dishes are simply presented, allowing the Northern Thai flavors to shine.
For comforting, home-style food, this spot—with its welcoming terrace and air-conditioned dining room—offers an authentic Thai experience. The menu features shareable dishes with bold, balanced flavors, making it a great choice for a meal with friends or family. Standouts include the green curry with beautifully tender pork ribs. Dinner reservations are recommended.
Tapori, Bangkok
Tapori is a chic and intimate Indian dining spot with warm lighting, modern yet subtly traditional décor, and a cozy feel. A 200‐year‐old wooden door from Rajasthan welcomes guests into a space adorned with Warli, Bastar, and Pichwai art. Inspired by India's 28 states, the chef-owner reworks the classics, fusing bold spices with innovation. For dessert, try their unique take on Benami Kheer. A hidden bar serves cocktails.
April 2025
We’re kicking off the year with a robust new lineup of Bangkok restaurants in the MICHELIN Guide, including the latest venture from a renowned Hong Kong chef, a lively Mexican eatery, a promising Isan restaurant, a Hainanese-style rice noodle spot, and a Southern Thai-Chinese gem.
K by Vicky Cheng, Bangkok
Chef Vicky Cheng’s first restaurant outside of Hong Kong promises an upscale dining experience that reimagines Chinese culinary traditions with a contemporary twist. His use of Cantonese and Teochew flavors alongside seasonal ingredients shines in the mud crab with olive leaf and garlic, inviting a hands-on dining experience. In this stylish, refined, and welcoming setting, guests can choose between private sofas or seating with stunning views of Bangkok’s skyline.
Delia, Bangkok
Delia, a fresh addition to Bangkok’s food scene, puts a contemporary spin on authentic Mexican flavors. Greeted with a cheerful “Hola!”, diners are treated to traditional techniques fused with high-quality Thai ingredients. Handmade tortillas, house-fermented elements, and bold, flame-cooked dishes—like the tostada with roasted cauliflower cream and taco de pastor—celebrate both heritage and innovation. Their unique take on tamal de piña y umeshu is the perfect way to end the meal.
MAHN, Bangkok
The owner is passionate about bringing the flavors of his native Udon Thani to the capital. In a cool, vintage yet modern space, he delights in pairing wines with Isan cuisine; the head chef, his mother, carefully crafts every dish using ingredients sourced from the province's small towns. The simple 40-item menu offers shareable portions, including a standout Larb Grilled Corn, which combines three types of corn for a unique flavor and texture.
Kolun.h, Bangkok
Renowned for Hainanese-style rice noodles, Kolun.h has been serving locals since 1997. The signature dish comes with rich or clear broth, braised pork, radish, and crispy pork belly. Don't miss the peppery-flavored goat meat in an aromatic herb soup. Expect long queues at peak times.
Jaan by Khun Jim, Bangkok
Originating from Trang province, the family behind Jaan by Khun Jim brings authentic Southern Thai and Thai-Chinese cuisine to Bangkok. The name, meaning “plate” in Thai, reflects the sentimental value of serving food on vintage dishware passed down from the owner’s grandmother. Set in a converted two-story home surrounded by lush greenery, the restaurant features a menu that highlights freshly squeezed coconut milk, beautifully enhancing both savory dishes and desserts. Nam Prik Khayam Kung Sod — a vibrant shrimp chili dip — makes for a great start.
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