It's no secret that Bangkok has some of the best food a mega-city can offer. From 24hr street-food, food-markets to casual eateries or fine dining, there is something suitable for every occasion or budget. From 30 THB per dish to a tasting menu priced at 10'000 THB - the Bangkok Food Scene is driving on diversity and fierce competition, where the consumer has the dreadful task everyday to make their eating choices based on their finances and cravings.
As a member of the culinary industry in Thailand, I am very difficult to be impressed, therefore my judging-standards are quite high. I always try to consider circumstances - is it a low-price establishment or a street-food vendor for example, the criteria and expectations are different. If a restaurant is specialized in a beef-bone-broth-noodle-soup, I'm not going to judge them by the minimal set up or the lack of ambiance, while sitting on a plastic stool.
Over the past 15 years I've had the pleasure to eat my way around this vibrant city. Not going to lie, there were also a few food-poisoning instances in all those years - so I had my fair share of countless hits and a few flops.
Once you've become well-seasoned and adjusted to the spices in Thailand, you know which warning-signs to look for and which chances better not to take. At the beginning you just don't know any better and you'll get way to excited about all these delicious things you can discover in South-East- Asia.
Here are six of my favorite, casual - dining spots in Bangkok that I visit quite frequently and that have proven to me over the years the maintenance of food-quality and consistency every time you visit.
2) Swiss Corner (Ramkhamhaeng)
As a fellow Swiss, I do have Swiss-Food cravings from time to time, dating back to my childhood. The only Swiss Restaurant that does it justice in Bangkok is 'Swiss Corner' by Chef Daniel. Serving delicious, Swiss classics for the past 24 years. The menu also features Italian dishes and Thai but you go there to try authentic, non-fuss, delicious Swiss comfort Food and Wines.
Chef also launches weekly specials every Friday, which are usually check-out-worthy together with their bakery-service for home-baked Swiss breads.
why I go there: It feels and tastes just like in Switzerland with a great price for value and service (not like in Switzerland). What you should try is the Sausage-Cheese-Salad with French dressing, the Cordon Bleu, 'Zürcher Geschnetzeltes with Rösti is a must and or their Cheese Fondue is very popular as well. Finish the meal with an 'Apfelstrudel' dessert topped with Vanilla Ice Cream and you can call it a successful night.
Price point: 500-800 THB per person
My Tip: Make a reservation prior to visit and bring a good appetite. Keep some of that bread to scoop up the rest of the salad dressing off your plate.
google maps link 'Swiss Corner':
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