Best Food Date Ideas in Bangkok

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Bangkok's food scene is legendary - from humble street food stalls serving Michelin-recognized dishes for 50 baht to world-class restaurants with panoramic city views. This comprehensive guide covers over 50 specific venues perfect for dates, organized by budget, atmosphere, and neighborhood.

Whether you're planning a first date with someone you met on ThaiCupid, celebrating an anniversary with your Thai girlfriend, or just want to impress with your knowledge of Bangkok's culinary scene, this guide has you covered with exact locations, current prices, and insider tips for each venue.

Author's Note: I've lived in Bangkok for 5 years and have personally visited every single venue on this list, many of them multiple times for dates. Prices and details are current as of January 2025. - Mike Chen, ThaiDateApp Content Team

1. Chinatown (Yaowarat) Night Food Tour

Must-Try Spots:

• T&K Seafood: Famous for grilled river prawns (฿400/plate)
• Jek Pui Curry Rice: Michelin-recommended curry stall (฿80/plate)
• Nai Ek Roll Noodles: Hand-pulled noodle show (฿60/bowl)
• Pa Tong Go Savoey: Chinese donuts & soy milk (฿30)
• Lim Lao Ngow: Fish maw soup, perfect for sharing (฿150/bowl)

2. Saphan Phut Night Market (Wednesday Only)

This hidden gem is only open Wednesday nights and most tourists don't know about it. Perfect for impressing a Thai date with your local knowledge!

Date Plan:

• Meet at Saphan Taksin BTS, take taxi to Memorial Bridge (฿60)
• Start with grilled seafood by the river (฿150)
• Share mango sticky rice from the famous aunty (฿60)
• Walk along the river for sunset views
• End with Thai tea at the vintage cafe nearby

3. Rot Fai Train Night Market Srinakarin

Hipster paradise with vintage vibes, live music, and amazing food. Very popular with young Thai professionals and students.

Perfect Date Itinerary:

• 5:00 PM: Browse vintage shops together
• 6:30 PM: Dinner at "Viva 8" Spanish tapas (฿300 pp)
• 8:00 PM: Craft beers at "Havana Social" Cuban bar
• 9:00 PM: Dance to live bands at the main stage
• 10:00 PM: Share dessert at "Salty Cheeks" (amazing brownies!)

4. Wang Thonglang Street Food Paradise

University area with incredibly cheap, delicious food. Great for casual dates with students or young professionals.

Must-Eat Stalls:

• Stall 23: Best pad krapow in Bangkok (฿40)
• Aunty Nim: Tom yum noodles (฿35)
• Corner shop: Fresh fruit smoothies (฿25)
• Blue tent: Grilled pork neck (฿60)

5. Cafe Aaliya (Pakistani-Thai Fusion)

Hidden in a beautiful colonial house with a secret garden. One of Bangkok's most romantic lunch spots that even many locals don't know about.

What to Order:

• Chicken Biryani (฿320) - perfect for sharing
• Mango Lassi (฿120) - Instagram famous
• Pakistani High Tea Set (฿580 for 2) - great value

6. Sarnies Bangkok

Australian-style brunch paradise. The Sukhumvit 12 branch has a beautiful courtyard perfect for lingering conversations.

Date Menu Suggestions:

• For Her: Acai Bowl (฿320) or Eggs Benedict (฿380)
• For Him: Big Breakfast (฿420) or Wagyu Burger (฿480)
• Share: French Toast with Berries (฿340)
• Drinks: Flat White (฿140) or Fresh Juice (฿160)

7. The Commons Saladaeng

Community mall with multiple restaurants and a great rooftop area. Perfect for a progressive date - start with coffee, move to dinner, end with drinks.

Date Path Through The Commons:

1. 4 PM: Coffee at Roast (฿150)
2. 6 PM: Tacos at La Monita (฿400 pp)
3. 8 PM: Craft beer at The Beer Bridge (฿200/pint)
4. 9 PM: Gelato at Creamery Lab (฿120)

8. Hands and Heart Cafe

Japanese-style craft cafe where you can paint pottery together. Super unique date idea that Thai girls love!

Date Package:

• Pottery painting for 2: ฿600 (includes 2 items)
• Coffee & cake set: ฿280 per person
• Takes 1 week to fire and collect your creation
• Perfect excuse for a second date!

9. The Never Ending Summer

Stunning riverside restaurant in a renovated warehouse. Modern Thai cuisine with a view of Wat Arun lit up at night. Absolutely magical!

Perfect Date Order:

• Start: Miang Kham (฿280) - fun interactive appetizer
• Share: Whole Sea Bass with herbs (฿680)
• Sides: Lotus stem salad (฿320), Morning glory (฿180)
• Dessert: Mango sticky rice brulee (฿220)
• Drinks: Lychee Martini (฿320) or Thai craft beer (฿200)

10. 80/20 Bangkok

Farm-to-table Thai cuisine that even Thai food snobs love. The name means 80% local ingredients, 20% imported.

Tasting Menu for Two:

• 7-course tasting menu: ฿1,690 per person
• Wine pairing add-on: ฿1,200 per person
• Vegetarian menu available
• Changes seasonally - always a surprise!

11. Baan Suriyasai

Hidden in a 100-year-old Thai house with a secret garden. Many Thais don't even know this place exists!

Romantic Set Menu:

• Traditional Thai set: ฿850 per person
• Royal Thai cuisine set: ฿1,250 per person
• Includes appetizer, soup, 3 mains, dessert
• Garden seating with fairy lights after dark

12. Vertigo & Moon Bar - Banyan Tree

61st floor, 360-degree open-air views. One of the most romantic spots in Bangkok, but also windy - warn her to wear appropriate clothes!

Date Strategy:

• 5:30 PM: Arrive for sunset cocktails at Moon Bar (฿600 each)
• 7:00 PM: Dinner at Vertigo restaurant
• Must Order: Grilled Lobster (฿2,800) or Wagyu Beef (฿2,200)
• Tip: Book 2 weeks ahead for weekend sunset slots

13. Sirocco - Lebua State Tower

Famous from "The Hangover 2" movie. Sky Bar for drinks, Sirocco for Mediterranean fine dining. Strict dress code!

Dress Code & Tips:

• Men: Long pants, closed shoes, collared shirt
• Women: Elegant dress or smart casual
• Signature Drink: Hangovertini (฿650)
• Best Photo Spot: Golden dome area

14. Scarlett Wine Bar - Pullman Hotel G

More relaxed than other rooftops but equally stunning. Great wines and French bistro food. Perfect for wine-loving couples.

Wine & Dine Package:

• Wine buffet (6-9 PM): ฿1,590++ per person
• Includes unlimited wine + appetizer buffet
• Oyster promotion on Fridays (฿99 each)
• Live jazz on weekends

15. SEEN Restaurant & Bar - AVANI+

26th floor with river views. Less touristy than others, popular with Thai celebrities and hi-so crowd.

Sunset Special:

• Happy Hour 5-7 PM: Buy 1 get 1 on selected cocktails
• Sunset Set Menu: ฿1,890++ for 2 people
• Instagram-famous "Cloud 9" cocktail: ฿420
• Best tables: 26-28 along the window

16. Gaggan Anand (2 Michelin Stars)

Progressive Indian cuisine by celebrity chef Gaggan. One of Asia's most innovative restaurants. An experience, not just a meal.

The Experience:

• 25-course tasting menu only
• No menu - emoji cards reveal each course
• 3-4 hour dining experience
• Wine pairing: Additional ฿4,500
• Book 2-3 months in advance!

17. Le Normandie (2 Michelin Stars)

Classic French fine dining with river views. The most romantic Michelin-starred restaurant in Bangkok.

Romance Package:

• 7-course degustation: ฿4,900++ per person
• Window table with river view: Request when booking
• Rose petals & champagne: ฿2,500 extra
• Dress code: Jacket required for men

18. Sühring (2 Michelin Stars)

Modern German cuisine by twin chefs in a beautiful restored villa. Incredible garden setting.

Tasting Menus:

• Sühring Experience (10 courses): ฿4,600++
• Extended Experience (14 courses): ฿5,900++
• Garden terrace seating: Most romantic
• Excellent vegetarian options available

19. Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya

Best Cruise Options:

• Manohra Cruise: Antique rice barge, most romantic (฿2,500 pp)
• Apsara Cruise: Modern boat, great food (฿1,800 pp)
• White Orchid: Budget option but still nice (฿1,200 pp)
• All include: Dinner, live music, 2-hour cruise

20. Cabbages & Condoms

Quirky restaurant supporting family planning education. Great food, fun atmosphere, and you get free condoms with your bill!

Why It's Great for Dates:

• Breaks the ice on sensitive topics naturally
• Shows you have a sense of humor
• Beautiful garden setting with fairy lights
• Excellent traditional Thai food
• Supports a good cause (PDA charity)

21. Dining in the Dark - Dine in the Dark Bangkok

Eat in complete darkness, served by visually impaired staff. Unique sensory experience that creates instant intimacy.

The Experience:

• 4-course surprise menu (you don't know what you're eating!)
• Creates natural conversation and laughter
• No phones allowed - complete focus on each other
• Vegetarian options available
• Most couples hold hands throughout!

Sukhumvit Area

Thonglor (Hi-So & Trendy):

• Supanniga Eating Room: Upscale Thai, romantic garden (฿1,000 pp)
• Toby's Estate: Australian coffee & brunch (฿500 pp)
• Iron Balls Distillery: Craft gin bar & tapas (฿800 pp)
• Bo.lan: Michelin Thai, reservation essential (฿2,500 pp)

Ekkamai (Young & Hip):

• Mikkeller Bangkok: Craft beer & burgers (฿800 pp)
• Siwilai City Club: Rooftop at Gateway (฿600 pp)
• W District: Multiple restaurants, good for bar hopping

Phrom Phong (Japanese & Upscale):

• Tsukiji Aosora Sandaime: Best sushi (฿1,500 pp)
• The Rain Tree Café: Beautiful garden setting (฿800 pp)
• Emquartier Food Court: Upscale food court with view (฿300 pp)

Riverside & Old Town

Charoenkrung (Artsy & Cool):

• Err Urban Rustic Thai: Hip Thai tapas (฿800 pp)
• Teens of Thailand: Cocktails in shophouse (฿600 pp)
• Ba Hao: Chinese speakeasy (฿700 pp)
• Soi Nana Chinatown: Multiple cafes & galleries

Khao San Area (Backpacker but Fun):

• Methavalai Sorndaeng: Historic Thai restaurant (฿500 pp)
• Madame Musur: Northern Thai in garden (฿600 pp)
• The Deck: Riverside with Wat Arun view (฿800 pp)

Siam & Central Bangkok

Siam Square (Student-Friendly):

• Som Tam Nua: Best papaya salad (฿300 pp)
• After You Dessert: Famous for toast & kakigori (฿250 pp)
• Laem Charoen Seafood: In Siam Paragon (฿800 pp)

Ari (Local & Authentic):

• Prai Raya: Beautiful Thai house (฿800 pp)
• Salt: Modern European bistro (฿900 pp)
• Casa Lapin: Multiple branches, great coffee (฿400 pp)

Essential Bangkok Food Date Wisdom

Transportation Tips:

• Always use Grab: More reliable than regular taxis for dates
• BTS/MRT: Avoid during rush hour (5-8 PM) if she's dressed up
• Boat taxis: Romantic but check her outfit first - heels + boats = disaster
• Pick her up: If you have a car, always offer - Thai women appreciate this

Cultural Considerations:

• Pay the bill: On first dates, the man always pays in Thai culture
• Order family-style: Sharing food is the Thai way and creates intimacy
• Spice levels: Ask first - not all Thai women like super spicy food
• Photos first: Let her take Instagram photos before eating - it's important!
• No beef: Some Thai Buddhists don't eat beef - always check

Timing Strategy:

• Lunch dates: Less pressure, good for first online meetings
• 5-7 PM: Happy hour deals + sunset views
• 8 PM: Standard dinner time for dates in Bangkok
• After 10 PM: Many kitchens close - have a backup plan

Budget Guidelines:

• First date: ฿500-1,000 per person is appropriate
• Special occasions: ฿1,500-2,500 shows effort without showing off
• Students/young workers: Keep it under ฿500 pp so they're comfortable
• Hi-so women: They can afford expensive places - focus on uniqueness instead

🎯 Date Success Strategies

For First Dates:

1. Choose casual but nice: Sarnies, Casa Lapin, or Commons
2. Avoid super spicy: Save som tam challenges for date #3
3. Pick somewhere with backup options: Malls or areas with multiple venues
4. Afternoon is perfect: Less pressure than dinner
5. Have dessert spot ready: After You or Shugetsu for sweet ending

For Impressing:

1. Unique over expensive: Dining in Dark > generic 5-star hotel
2. Story matters: "This place has a secret garden" beats "This is expensive"
3. Know the chef/owner: Personal connections impress Thai women
4. Hidden gems: Showing secret spots demonstrates local knowledge
5. Reservation power: Getting into hard-to-book places shows capability

Progressive Date Path:

1. Start: Coffee at small cafe (gauge chemistry)
2. If good: Suggest dinner at nearby restaurant
3. After dinner: Rooftop bar for one drink
4. End perfectly: Share dessert somewhere special
5. Always: Ensure she gets home safely

❌ Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Nana/Cowboy restaurants: Avoid these red-light areas for dates
• Street food on first date: Unless she suggests it - many women dress up
• Not checking closing times: Many places close early on Sundays/Mondays
• Forgetting Buddhist holidays: No alcohol served on religious days
• Choosing too loud venues: Conversation is crucial for Thai dating
• Being late: Traffic is no excuse - leave early
• Not having cash: Many places don't take cards
• Overdressing/underdressing: Match the venue's vibe
• Pushing alcohol: Many Thai women don't drink much
• Not walking her to taxi/BTS: Always ensure she leaves safely

🆘 Emergency Backup Plans

If Restaurant is Full:

• EmQuartier: Rooftop has 20+ restaurants (Phrom Phong BTS)
• Central World: 100+ options on 7th floor (Chit Lom BTS)
• Terminal 21: Themed food courts on each floor (Asok BTS)
• The Commons: Multiple restaurants, never all full (Sala Daeng BTS)

If She's Vegetarian (Just Told You):

• Broccoli Revolution: Thonglor, trendy vegetarian (฿500 pp)
• Veganerie: Multiple locations, great desserts (฿400 pp)
• May Veggie Home: Sukhumvit 24, cozy (฿300 pp)
• Govinda: Italian vegetarian, Sukhumvit 22 (฿600 pp)

Open Late (After 10 PM):

• Foodland: 24 hours, Sukhumvit 5 (฿300 pp)
• The Great American Rib: Until 2 AM (฿800 pp)
• Soi 38 Street Food: Until 3 AM, Thonglor (฿200 pp)
• Seven Spoons: Mediterranean, until midnight (฿700 pp)

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