19 Michelin-Recommended Meals in Bangkok: The Ultimate 2025 Guide

When the Michelin Guide first arrived in Bangkok, it did something brilliant: it didn’t just focus on high-end, fine dining. It took to the streets, awarding stars and recommendations to the humble shophouses, noodle joints, and street food stalls that are the true soul of the city’s culinary scene. The result is a list of Bangkok Michelin-recommended meals that offers an incredible journey for every palate and, most importantly, every budget.

This means that “eating at a Michelin-guide restaurant” in Bangkok can mean a 10,000-baht, multi-course journey, or it can mean a 100-baht plate of perfect crab omelette. To help you navigate this delicious landscape, we’ve created the definitive guide to 19 of the most essential Michelin-recognized meals, from the world-famous icons to the neighborhood spots that locals have loved for generations.

Why Trust This Guide?

As a Bangkok local, I’ve been eating at many of these spots since long before they had a coveted “Bib Gourmand” sign hanging out front. I’ve stood in the queue for Jay Fai, celebrated special occasions at Sorn, and make a regular pilgrimage to Ong Tong for my khao soi fix. This guide is built on that direct, personal experience. I know the dishes that make these places special and the stories behind them. This isn’t just a list; it’s a local’s culinary map to the best of the best, as recognized by the world’s most famous food guide.

Understanding the Michelin Ratings in This Guide

• Two Stars (★★): “Excellent cooking, worth a detour.” These are world-class fine dining destinations.
• One Star (★): “High quality cooking, worth a stop.” This is where you’ll find icons like Jay Fai.
• Bib Gourmand (Bib): This is the sweet spot. “Good quality, good value cooking.” These are the restaurants and stalls that offer incredible food at affordable prices.

Bangkok’s Top Michelin-Recommended Meals at a Glance

The Michelin Star Icons: Unforgettable Experiences

These are the most famous, must-book restaurants in the city.

Sorn: A Journey to Southern Thailand

Holding two Michelin stars, Sorn is one of the most celebrated restaurants in Bangkok. Chef Ice serves a fiery, complex, and deeply authentic tasting menu based on his grandmother’s recipes from Southern Thailand. Getting a reservation here is notoriously difficult, but I can tell you from experience, it is an unforgettable culinary journey.

• Website: https://www.sornfinesouthern.com/
• Address: 56, 10 Soi Sukhumvit 26, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110

Baan Tepa: The Urban Farm-to-Table

Chef Tam’s Baan Tepa, which also holds two Michelin stars, is a magical experience set in a beautiful heritage house. Much of the produce comes from the restaurant’s own extensive urban garden. The tasting menu is creative, modern Thai food that is deeply connected to the land.

• Website: https://www.baantepabkk.com/
• Phone: 098 894 4449
• Address: 56, 1 Ramkhamhaeng 24 Yaek 28, Hua Mak, Bang Kapi District, Bangkok 10240

Potong: Progressive Thai-Chinese

Located in a stunning, renovated five-story Sino-Portuguese shophouse in Yaowarat, Potong is a one-star masterpiece from Chef Pam. The menu is an inventive take on progressive Thai-Chinese cuisine. The dry-aged duck is a work of art.

• Website: https://www.restaurantpotong.com/
• Phone: 082 979 3950
• Address: 422 Vanich 1 Rd, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100

Raan Jay Fai: The Queen of Street Food

The only street food stall in the world with a Michelin star. The legendary Jay Fai, in her iconic ski goggles, still cooks every single dish herself over blazing charcoal. Her signature Khai Jiao Poo (crab omelette) is a masterpiece, packed with a full pound of fresh crab. Be prepared to book months in advance or queue for hours.

• Email for Bookings: jayfaibangkok@gmail.com
• Address: 327 Maha Chai Rd, Samran Rat, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200

Khao (Ekkamai): Refined Traditional Thai

Khao received a Michelin star for its exceptionally refined and beautifully presented traditional Thai dishes. I love this place for its elegant atmosphere and its commitment to classic recipes. The Gaaeng Raweng (a rare curry) is a must-try. It’s a perfect place for a sophisticated Thai dinner.

• Website: https://www.khaogroup.com/
• Phone: 02 381 2575
• Address: 64 Soi Sukhumvit 61, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110

The Bib Gourmand Champions: Incredible Value

These “Bib Gourmand” winners are where I and most locals eat. They offer exceptional food at very reasonable prices.

Ong Tong Khao Soi: The Perfect Northern Curry

This is my personal go-to for khao soi (Northern Thai curry noodles) in the Ari neighborhood. It’s a small, bustling shop that serves a perfectly balanced, rich, and fragrant bowl of khao soi that is just incredible. It’s a well-deserved Bib Gourmand winner.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ongtongkhaosoi/
• Phone: 02 003 5268
• Address: 21 Phahonyothin Soi 7, Samsen Nai, Phaya Thai, Bangkok 10400

Here Hai: The Viral Crab Fried Rice

This place exploded in popularity for one reason: its insane Khao Pad Poo (crab fried rice), which comes with a mountain of fresh, sweet crab meat piled on top. The queues are long, but the portion is generous and absolutely delicious.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/herehaifriedrice/
• Phone: 063 219 9100
• Address: 112, 1 Ekkamai Rd, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110

Polo Fried Chicken: The Ultimate Fried Chicken

Located in Soi Polo, this legendary spot serves what I consider to be the best fried chicken in Bangkok. The secret is the mountain of crispy, deep-fried garlic that showers every plate. Paired with a spicy som tum (papaya salad) and sticky rice, it’s a perfect meal.

• Phone: 02 252 2252
• Address: 137/1-3 Soi Polo, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330

Sanguan Sri: A Living Time Capsule

For a taste of old-school, classic Bangkok, Sanguan Sri is a treasure. This place has been serving flawless, traditional Central Thai dishes since 1970. It’s like eating at a sophisticated Thai grandmother’s house. Their Khao Chae (a seasonal rice dish) is famous.

• Phone: 02 251 9378
• Address: 59/1 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330

Ann Guay Tiew Kua Gai: Master of Wok-Fired Noodles

This open-air shophouse near Yaowarat is a master of kua gai (wok-fried noodles with chicken). The noodles are stir-fried over a charcoal fire, giving them an incredible “wok hei” or smoky aroma. Watching the chefs cook is half the fun.

• Phone: 02 225 9591
• Address: 419 Luang Rd, Wat Thepsirin, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100

Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice: The Pratunam Legend

A pink-shirted institution in the busy Pratunam area, this Bib Gourmand winner serves one of the most famous versions of Khao Man Gai (Hainanese chicken rice). The chicken is tender, the rice is fragrant, and the dipping sauce is perfect.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goanghiso/
• Phone: 061 656 9659
• Address: 960-962 Phetchaburi Rd, Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400

Guay Jub Ouan Pochana: Yaowarat’s Peppery Noodles

Down a narrow, smoky alley in the heart of Chinatown, this stall serves one dish: Guay Jub (rolled rice noodles) in a clear, intensely peppery broth with crispy pork belly and offal. It’s a chaotic, beautiful, and utterly delicious mess.

• Phone: 064 542 4565
• Address: 408 Yaowarat Rd, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100

Baan Yai Phad Thai: A Top Tier Phad Thai

This is one of the best plates of Phad Thai in the city. Located near the Giant Swing, this Bib Gourmand spot serves a perfectly balanced version of the classic dish, with fresh prawns and a sauce that is tangy, sweet, and savory, not just sweet.

• Phone: 02 226 2727
• Address: 115/5 Dinso Rd, Sao Chingcha, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200

Hia Wan Khao Tom Pla: Superb Fish Porridge

A favorite for a late-night supper, this stall serves a comforting bowl of Khao Tom Pla (fish porridge) using incredibly fresh, high-quality fish and seafood. The broth is clear and flavorful, and it’s the perfect soothing meal.

• Phone: 081 927 5012
• Address: 2 Chan Rd, Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120

Sanyod (Sathon-Bang Rak): Classic Cantonese

A true legend since 1962, Sanyod is the go-to for classic Cantonese roast duck. The skin is crispy, the meat is succulent, and the sauce is perfect. Their Rad Na (noodles in gravy) is also considered one of the best in Bangkok.

• Website: https://www.sanyod.com/
• Phone: 02 234 7968
• Address: 89 Soi Sathon 11, Yan Nawa, Sathon, Bangkok 10120

Rung Rueang Pork Noodles: The Tom Yum Noodle King

This famous noodle shop in Sukhumvit 26 has been a local favorite for over 50 years. They serve a classic Thai-style pork noodle soup, but I always get the Tom Yum version without soup. It’s a perfectly balanced, spicy, limey, and savory bowl of noodle perfection.

• Phone: 02 258 6746
• Address: 10/3 Soi Sukhumvit 26, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110

Jek Pui Curry: The “Musical Chair” Curry

This Chinatown curry stall is famous for its fast-moving “musical chairs” queue where you grab a red stool and wait for a spot. The Khao Gaeng (curry on rice) is incredibly flavorful, cheap, and a true Bangkok street food experience.

• Phone: 081 902 5742
• Address: 25 Mangkon Rd, Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100

Chakki: Legendary Stir-fried Noodles

A true “old-school” spot, this restaurant has been open for over 30 years and is famous for one dish: Rad Na (noodles in gravy). The noodles are perfectly charred, and the gravy is delicious. Be prepared for a long wait, as they cook every dish to order.

• Phone: 02 215 0832
• Address: 1/35 Ratchawithi Rd, Thung Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400

Pa Tong Go Savoey: The Famous Doughnuts

This popular stall in Chinatown has earned a Bib Gourmand for its perfect Pa Tong Go (Chinese doughnuts). They are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and served with a delicious pandan custard dip.

• Phone: 02 222 2635
• Address: 40 Yaowarat Rd, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100

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References

For more expert reviews and news on Bangkok’s dynamic food scene, we recommend these trusted external sources:

• Michelin Guide Thailand: The official website and primary source for all Star and Bib Gourmand listings, reviews, and announcements in Thailand. https://guide.michelin.com/th/en
• BK Magazine: A leading city guide that provides some of the most current and in-depth reviews of Bangkok’s dining scene, including a strong focus on both fine dining and street food. https://bk.asia-city.com/

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