Thailand’s culinary scene continues to thrive and gain global recognition, as highlighted in the 2024 Michelin Guide, which features a total of 447 establishments. Among these, there are 7 restaurants awarded two Michelin Stars, 28 with one Michelin Star, and 196 designated as Bib Gourmand, which acknowledges high-quality meals at an affordable price.
Two Michelin Star Restaurants
- Sorn: Known for its refined Southern Thai cuisine, Sorn continues to impress with its commitment to sustainability and seasonal ingredients.
- Mezzaluna: This establishment in Bangkok features modern French cuisine with Japanese influences, offering a stunning dining experience atop the Lebua Hotel.
- R-Haan: A fine-dining restaurant in Bangkok that excels in presenting traditional Thai cuisine with a modern twist.
- Sühring: Helmed by German twin chefs, this venue offers a contemporary take on classic German cuisine in a beautiful house setting.
- Chef’s Table: Located at the Dome at Lebua, it specializes in contemporary French cuisine, prepared in an open kitchen under the direction of Chef Vincent Thierry.
- Baan Tepa: Newly promoted, Baan Tepa focuses on a farm-to-table concept, showcasing seasonal and locally sourced ingredients in a creative tasting menu crafted by Chef Chudaree ‘Tam’ Debhakam.
- Gaa: Another newly elevated establishment, Gaa is led by Chef Garima Arora. This restaurant is known for its fusion of Indian and global culinary techniques, featuring innovative dishes with complex flavors and textures.
One Michelin Star Highlights
- Jay Fai: The famous street food restaurant continues to hold its Michelin Star, celebrated for its legendary crab omelets cooked by the iconic chef Jay Fai.
- INDDEE: A new entry that offers a modern Indian culinary journey with dishes featuring charcoal-grilled elements.
- NAWA: Another newcomer, NAWA provides a modern interpretation of Central Thai cuisine, with tasting menus that creatively reimagine traditional dishes.
- Samrub Samrub Thai: Known for its bi-monthly changing tasting menu that revives ancient Thai recipes with a contemporary flair.
- Mia: Promoted from the Michelin Selected category, Mia presents modern European cuisine infused with Asian influences, offering both vegetarian and seasonal tasting options.
- Resonance: This restaurant serves a global tasting menu inspired by the chef’s diverse culinary background, with an option for a unique tea pairing.
- Wana Yook: Specializes in a tasting menu inspired by “Khao Gaeng,” or rice served with curry, incorporating regional rice varieties and flavorful, innovative dishes.
Michelin Green Star
- J’AIME by Jean-Michel Lorain: This restaurant has earned a Green Star for its commitment to sustainability, with efforts including close partnerships with local producers, efficient waste management practices, and a focus on eco-friendly dining.
The 2024 Michelin Guide in Thailand emphasizes not only the high caliber of traditional and contemporary Thai cuisine but also the rise of innovative culinary concepts and sustainable practices, underscoring the country’s dynamic gastronomic culture
