Romantic restaurants in Bangkok for Valentine’s
Love is in the air as we’re nearing 14th February. Shops and stores are putting up their heart-shaped decorations, reminding us this is the perfect time to set up a romantic date with your special someone.
Still can’t find a place to settle on? Worry not. We’ve compiled 10 fancy and romantic restaurants in Bangkok with Valentine’s Day deals sorted into different atmospheres for you to choose from, without breaking too much of that bank.
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– Rooftop vistas –
1. SEEN Restaurant & Bar: riverside views, pools, & a fancy bar
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If you’re looking for a hi-so dinner spot, come to Seen Restaurant & Bar. Besides its opulent shiny gold decor, you’ll be greeted with a panoramic view of Bangkok’s skyline and the Chao Phraya River down below.
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This year, they’re really elevating their game with an acoustic jazz band and fireworks. Nothing is quite as amorous as a sexy saxophone on the backdrop of some flashy fireworks.
Their starting package for couples is ฿10,900++ and includes a 4-course meal with a bottle of Chandon Rosé. They also have a vegan menu.
Address: Floor 26, Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel 257 Charoen Nakhon Rd, Samre, Thon Buri, Bangkok 10600
Opening Hours: 11am-2am, Daily
Telephone: +66 2431 9492 | Google Maps
2. Sky Beach: the companion bar to Bangkok’s famous Mahanakhon sky walk
While the famous Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar has since closed, it’s now been replaced by Sky Beach which retains all the great views of the city from the observation deck that has a glass floor!
Free access to the glass observation deck for diners
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No particularly special deals here during Valentine’s, but with a view that good, it’s a deal on its own. But if you’re really looking for a special treat, the tea house Tease on the 4th floor will have a Valentine’s special running.
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Address: Floor 76-77, King Power Mahanakhon, 114 Narathiwas Road, Silom, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500
Opening Hours: 10am-12am, Daily
Telephone: +66 2085 8888 | Google Maps
3. Siwilai City Club: 5th-floor rooftop bar with good food and view
Siwilai City Club is a bar and restaurant situated on top of Central Embassy. With its minimal woodwork exterior and mini green garden, this is an oasis amid the concrete jungle of Bangkok.
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Their Valentine’s special this year is a four course meal that costs a very reasonable ฿1,990 per person. It includes moon scallop with chili butter appetizer into tuna tartare and slow cooked beef. It’s finally finished off with the aptly-named dessert Happy Ending.
Seared Sea Scallops with Asparagus Cream Sauce
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Upon arrival, the sweet couple will get two complimentary glasses of sparkling wine to celebrate the evening together.
Address: Floor 5, Central Embassy 1031 Ploen Chit Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330
Opening Hours: 11am-11pm, Daily
Telephone: +66 2160 5631 | Google Maps
4. Up & Above: Japanese hotel’s rooftop restaurant
For foodie couples who can’t get enough munchies, book your special date at Up & Above Restaurant and Bar. The restaurant has a scenic city view and even a live band to help create the ultimate romantic vibe.
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This year they’re celebrating Valentine’s with a special four course dinner that is only available on 14 February from 6pm-10pm. Details and booking available here.
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Address: Floor 24, The Okura Prestige Bangkok, 57 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330
Opening Hours: 6am-1am, Daily
Telephone: +66 2687 9000 | Google Maps
– Elegant European vibes –
5. Mia: one-star Michelin restaurant with multiple distinct dining rooms
At Mia, there’s a private room where you can dine on European-style dishes with your loved one under an array of draping, pastel-coloured blossoms – what could be more romantic than that?
The blossom room is painted in a sweet pastel pink colour with matching furniture.
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Once inside, you’ll see that the overall interior has a vintage style, but with more vibrant colours and unique style.
If you prefer a bit of privacy for your special date, go for the seating booths.
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For Valentine’s 2024, they have an 8-course meal for only ฿6,850++. Details on the menu and booking available here.
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Address: 30 Attha Kawi 1 Alley, Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110
Opening Hours: 5pm-11pm, Tues-Fri; 12pm-2pm, 5pm-11pm, Weekends (Closed on Mondays)
Telephone: +66 9 8862 9659 | Google Maps
6. Blue Elephant Bangkok: royal Thai cuisine in a colonial-style building
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Blue Elephant Bangkok is a perfect dinner date spot for any couple that adores Thai cuisine.
While here, lovebirds will get to taste authentic royal Thai food in a century-old mansion that will make them feel like royalty for an evening.
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With how close Valentine’s and the Lunar New Year are in 2024, the restaurant is combining the two for a special dinner menu called The Dragon’s Auspicious Love Menu only available on the 14th.
Lamb Chop in Massaman Curry
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By dining here, you can literally spice up your love life.
Address: 233 South Sathorn Road, BTS Surasak, Bangkok 10120
Opening Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30PM – 10pm, Daily
Telephone: +66 2673 9353 | Google Maps
7. Biscotti: homey Italian open kitchen
Biscotti is an Italian restaurant that perfectly blends a high-end atmosphere with a homey-kitchen vibe together. And while spending time with your loved one, you can also watch the chefs preparing your meal at the open kitchen.
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Their San Valentino is a 5-course meal for only at ฿6,500++ per couple.
Carre’ di Agnello ai Pistacchi – Pistachio Crusted Lamb Rack
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Address: Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, 155 Ratchadamri Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330
Opening Hours: 12pm-2.30pm, 6pm-10:30pm; Daily
Telephone: +66 2431 9494 | Google Maps
– Riverside Romance –
8. Salathip: riverside gazebos & traditional vibes including a Thai dance performance
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Celebrate your Valentine’s night by indulging in some Thai cuisine next to the glowing Chao Phraya River at Salathip. Even better, you’ll get to see some special shows, like Thai traditional dance, from your table.
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Their dinner is a relaxing ฿5,800 per couple, which is hard to say no to with a view like that.
Address: Shangri-La Hotel, 89 Wat Suan Phlu Alley, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
Opening Hours: 6pm-10pm, Daily
Telephone: +66 2236 9952 | Google Maps
9. Naam 1608: authentic Thai cuisine in a riverside Chinese-style house
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From the outside, Naam 1608 is a lowkey eatery that is tucked beside a metal shop that you could easily miss. Inside, however, is a restaurant with traditional wooden interiors and a view that hotels on this list would kill for.
Its proximity to Chinatown also means that you can put this as your last stop for the day to enjoy quality atmosphere and breathtaking views with a special someone. No special deals for Valentine’s, but this is a good budget option with dishes in the midpoint price range of ฿150-250 per dish.
Address: 1608 Song Wat Rd, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100
Opening Hours: 11am-10pm, closed Mondays
Telephone: +66 9 1936 1632 | Google Maps
– Something Different –
10. Rang Mahal: Indian food with a majestic view of the Bangkok skyline
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Enjoy some delicious Indian food with a city view at Rang Mahal. Situated on the 26th floor, this restaurant offers a majestic view of the city at night which you can admire through its floor-to-ceiling windows all around.
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At ฿5,000++ per couple from 6pm onwards, the couple will be treated like maharajas and maharanis for the evening, with 5 courses of flavourful dishes, as well as a bottle of bubbles.
Address: Floor 26, Rembrandt Hotel & Suites Bangkok, 19 Sukhumvit Soi 18, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110
Opening Hours: 6pm-11pm, Weekdays; 12pm-3pm, 6pm-11pm, Weekends
Telephone: +66 6 2598 0327 | Google Maps
Have a special Valentine’s at these romantic restaurants in Bangkok
Don’t scrimp on your ideal date this Valentine’s day. Pick the best spot like any of these amazing romantic restaurants in Bangkok and enjoy the sweetest moment of the year together.
To help increase your chances of a successful date, try visiting these Bangkok shrines that are famed for their powers over love. Or if you need an idea for a date, check out our things to do in Bangkok for February.
Cover image adapted from: @whenwewander via Instagram, Rang Mahal via Facebook, @toeinoi via Instagram, Golden-circle
Article originally published by Eddie Jirayu on 12 February 2020. Last updated by buranond on 12 February 2024.