Thong Lo (Sukhumvit Soi 55) and neighboring Ekkamai (Soi 63) have emerged as Bangkok's trendiest dining districts. The area attracts a young, affluent crowd and the restaurants here reflect that energy: stylish interiors, creative menus, and a constant stream of exciting new openings. You will find everything from artisan butcher shops and Mexican taquerias to specialty coffee roasters and Instagram-worthy brunch spots. Thong Lo is particularly known for its concentration of Japanese restaurants, reflecting the large Japanese expat community in the area. Despite the trendy reputation, many of these restaurants deliver serious culinary quality alongside their design appeal. Here are the best places to eat in Thong Lo and Ekkamai.
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Authentic Mexican restaurant in the heart of Thong Lo serving recipes rooted in Mexican culinary tradition. Tortilla Quemada focuses on slow-cooked meats, fresh corn tortillas, and complex mole sauces. The intimate setting and BYOB-friendly policy make it a neighborhood favorite.
Part butcher shop, part restaurant, Arno's in Thong Lo lets diners choose their cut and have it grilled to order. The dry-aged steaks are exceptional, and the casual yet quality-focused approach has made Arno's one of Bangkok's most popular meat destinations.
📍 Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thong Lo), Wattana, Bangkok 10110
🕐 Daily 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
A Thong Lo favorite known for its flower-filled garden setting and French-inspired bistro menu. Audrey serves brunches, pasta dishes, and desserts in an Instagram-worthy space that manages to also deliver genuinely good food and friendly service.
Legendary family-run Thai restaurant in a converted house in Thong Lo. Baan Ice serves home-style central Thai dishes with a depth of flavor that comes from decades of recipe refinement. The green curry and pad kra pao are legendary among Bangkok food lovers.
📍 Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thong Lo), Wattana, Bangkok 10110
🕐 Tue-Sun 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Specialty coffee roaster and brunch destination housed in The Commons, Thong Lo's popular community mall. Roast serves single-origin beans roasted in-house alongside a menu of breakfast bowls, sandwiches, and baked goods in a modern, airy setting.
📍 The Commons, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thong Lo), Wattana, Bangkok 10110
🕐 Daily 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sustainability-focused Thai fine dining restaurant serving traditional recipes with organic and locally sourced ingredients. Bo.lan champions zero-waste cooking and has earned global recognition for its commitment to Thai culinary heritage and environmental responsibility.
📍 Sukhumvit Soi 53, Wattana, Bangkok 10110
🕐 Tue-Sun 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM