Bangkok’s Best Riverside Restaurants

A new chapter unfolds in Bangkok’s dining scene as Anne-Sophie Pic brings her celebrated French artistry to the city. Working alongside her trusted Japanese head chef, Tamaki Kobayashi, the menu highlights Pic’s signature creations, including her renowned lobster dish and the thoughtfully curated Voyage menu. Set in a beautifully renovated space overlooking the Chao Phraya River, it blends elegance with quiet refinement.

Peruvian executive chef Evens López stays true to the spirit of French fine dining, albeit with a fresh, lighter, international perspective. He thoughtfully interweaves Southeast Asian ingredients and Mediterranean flair, a refined balance exemplified by his heritage tomato starter – Thai and French tomatoes transformed into jellies and consommés, topped with crunchy almonds. The tender Mount Schank lamb rack with fig leaf is equally accomplished.

Accessible only by boat, the Praya Palazzo Hotel’s Praya Dining is located in a century-old Palladian-style mansion on the banks of the Chao Phraya. Roasted shrimp dip with crispy catfish salad and stir-fried pork in yellow chilli paste are recommended.

A spectacular setting, where views of the Chao Phraya River and Wat Arun, or the Temple of Dawn, provide the perfect backdrop to your culinary journey inside one of Bangkok’s most precious historic houses. Check their website as the set menu changes daily. There is no à la carte service available. Reservations are necessary.

The view from the terrace is of the Chao Phraya, but inside, this modern Italian restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel feels more like Lake Como with its European vibes, open kitchen, and wood oven. At the helm is an Italian chef who worked at several MICHELIN-Starred restaurants in Europe. Try handmade fresh pastas of many different shapes and sizes with their own special characteristics and history.

Côte brings contemporary Riviera-inspired cuisine to Capella Bangkok on the Chao Phraya. The elegant dining room’s earth tones lead the eye to panoramic river views and beautifully presented food. The menu offers the luxury of choosing not to choose as the chef shows off his creations based on exceptional ingredients under the influence of the famed Mauro Colagreco of a three MICHELIN-Starred restaurant in France.

Meaning “House of Flavours”, Rongros preserves traditional Thai tastes on the banks of the River of Kings with a stunning view of Wat Arun. Highlights include the green curry with rib-eye beef served with roti and the tangy glass noodle salad.

The homestyle Thai food at this casual restaurant comes with postcard-worthy views of the majestic Chao Phraya and iconic Wat Arun. Try Chinese cabbage and braised pork belly with herbs and cowa leaves. For rooftop seating at sunset, book in advance.

Located in a charming riverside house built in 1957 near Bangkok, Chang-Wang-Imm serves delicious wallet-friendly Thai cuisine with relaxing Chao Phraya views. The traditional Thai curry with pork, shrimp paste, and basil is flavoursome and not-to-be-missed.

Its lush garden of trees and small ponds is peaceful and pretty, while a Thai-style pavilion is the perfect setting for weddings and celebrations. Inside, the relaxed vibe continues with riverside views, while the refined cuisine is inspired by royal recipes. Highlights include stir fried red curry with crispy catfish and Miang Kham for starters.