Gaggan

Gaggan is the restaurant of chef Gaggan Anand, who was born in Kolkata, trained with the Taj hotel group and spent time in the kitchen of El Bulli in Spain before opening his first restaurant in Bangkok in 2010. That original Gaggan put progressive Indian cooking on the world map and topped Asia's 50 Best Restaurants several times. The current restaurant, in a house on Sukhumvit Soi 31, continues the story and was ranked third on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 and named the best restaurant in Thailand on that list. It holds one star in the Michelin Guide Thailand 2026.

The experience is a long tasting menu, best described as progressive Indian cuisine with French, Thai and Japanese influences. Courses are presented on a menu of emojis rather than words, so diners only find out what is coming as it arrives. Expect playful touches: diners are encouraged to eat some dishes with their hands, and one course has traditionally been licked from the plate to music. Behind the jokes, the cooking draws on Indian spice and technique and uses a great deal of precision.

The dining room is split in two. G's Spot is a chef's table for fourteen guests, where Gaggan and his team cook and perform directly in front of the counter. Arena G is a more conventional room with tables arranged around an open kitchen. The look is industrial and playful, with neon-lit walls, concrete columns and high ceilings. Book well ahead through the restaurant's official channels, especially for the chef's table, and allow a full evening. Inform the restaurant of allergies or dietary needs in advance.

Gaggan suits adventurous diners celebrating a special occasion and anyone who enjoys theatre with their food. Prices are among the highest in Bangkok, and drinks pairings add significantly to the bill. It is not a place for a quiet, conventional dinner, and young children are unlikely to enjoy the long format.

The restaurant is at 68 Sukhumvit Soi 31 in Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana. Phrom Phong BTS station is the nearest station, around fifteen minutes' walk or a short taxi ride. The bars and restaurants of Sukhumvit, Phrom Phong and Thong Lo are close by, including Bo.lan on Soi 53 and the Emporium and EmQuartier shopping centres.