Eating out in Bangkok is a very common practice and there are a number of options for tourists ranging from street food outlets to fine dining restaurants. A look below at 5 restaurants in Bangkok, Thailand, which we recommend for your trip.

1. Baan Thai

One of the best places to eat Thai food in Thailand, the Baan Thai restaurant is located at 7 Sukhumvit Soi 32. Every night, patrons to this restaurant are entertained with Thai dancing while they dine. They have some delicious dishes including the local Thai curry and the service in Baan Thai is normally very good.

2. Baan kanitha

If you want a break from the malls, try Baan kanitha; an award winning Thai Cuisine restaurant located on 69 Sathorn Road. Located in a grand Thai House, this neat restaurant doubles up as an art gallery as well, branding works of art all over the walls, adding an even more special ambiance to your dinning experience.

Try some of their signature dishes such as the stir-fried river prawns with curry powder and chicken wrapped in pandan leaf to complete a satisfying experience.

3. Hard Rock Café

The Hard Rock Café in Bangkok is located in the heart of the city at 424/3-6 Siam Square SOI 11. It serves up classic American food, and features live bands playing through the night.

Many travellers like to make a point of visiting the Hard Rock in every city worldwide they go as a kind of hobby and these travellers will not be disappointed in Bangkok. Prices are higher than some of the local Thai eateries but if you want some comfort food, this is a good option.

4. Little Italy

For excellent Italian food in the heart of Bangkok, head over to the Little Italy Restaurant at Jasmine City, 1st Floor, 2 Soi Prasarnmit, Sukhumvit soi 23. The place tends to get a little crowded, so it is a good idea to get a reservation first.

5. Blue Elephant restaurant

For a journey back in time try out the Blue Elephant restaurant located on 233 south Sathorn Road. Traditional Thai cuisine with fusion flare is on the menu in this lovely restaurant that makes you feel like you’ve travelled back a 100 years.

Try their specialty house starter, the pearl of the Blue Elephant which compromises a selection of Asian favorites such as Satay and fish cakes with different sauces. If you’re in to trying something slightly different, dishes such as stir-fried crocodile meat might be something to look out for on their menus.

Thailand is famed for its food, and nowhere is the food more divine than in Phuket. Phuket restaurants cover all the food bases. The star of the show is of course the local food. Whether you’re a fan of spicy curries or fried chicken, you’ll find countless dishes that will open your eyes to new taste sensations.
There are so many Phuket restaurants that it’s difficult to recommend one. You need only take a walk down the street and you’ll find restaurants, street vendors and all manner of places to eat. You simply pick one and see what it has to offer. The Thais are expert cooks revered for their street food.

Of course, Thai food isn’t all there is to try out while you’re in Phuket. There are restaurants in Phuket serving everything from Indian food to Mexican food.
Another popular type of restaurant in Phuket, particularly in Patong, are Indian restaurants. The trouble is that these restaurants are very expensive and the food is generally not worth writing home about. If you want to try out an Indian restaurant in Phuket, try Phuket Town, but forget about Patong.

If you’re a fan of Scandinavian food then you’re in luck. Phuket has its fair share of Scandinavian visitors. As a result, there are a number of Scandinavian restaurants in Phuket, notably in Kata-Karon. These restaurants are usually pretty cheap and the food is reasonable. Also worth checking out, if you fancy a bit of a splurge, are the restaurants at some of the high-end resorts, such as in Mai Khao. Though you’ll end up paying for it, there is some great food to be had in these high-quality Phuket restaurants.

Being an island, there is, of course, an abundance of seafood in Phuket. Trust the local to best know how to prepare seafood. There are too many seafood restaurants in Phuket to list, but there are some great spots to dine at dotted all over the island. While Phuket may not exactly be a gourmet food destination, the quality of many of the restaurants on the island is astounding. The best food by far can be found in the local restaurants. Dining out in Phuket is an experience in itself and one that you’ll never forget.