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Bo.lan

A Thai restaurant in a traditional wooden house on Sukhumvit 53, cooking old recipes with produce from small farms, with a Michelin star new in 2026.

4.1(797)$$$$Thong Lo BTS Station · 3 min walk
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Hours
Mon 18:00–22:00, Thu 18:00–22:00, Fri–Sun 12:00–14:30 and 18:00–22:00
Price
$$$$
Luxury
Getting there
Thong Lo BTS Station
3 min walk

Learn the Spice Scale

Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.

Details

Full opening hours
Monday18:00–22:00
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday18:00–22:00
Friday12:00–14:30 and 18:00–22:00
Saturday12:00–14:30 and 18:00–22:00
Sunday12:00–14:30 and 18:00–22:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Bo.lan cooks Thai food from time-honored recipes in a traditional Thai house with dark wood interiors on Soi Sukhumvit 53, near Thong Lo. It buys rare regional produce from small farmers, presents it simply with precise technique, and serves the mains samrap style, all at once for the table to share, as a Thai family meal would be.

The 2026 MICHELIN Guide Thailand gives it one star, new in that edition. It's open for dinner from 18:00 to 22:00 on Monday and Thursday to Sunday, with lunch from 12:00 to 14:30 Friday to Sunday, and it's closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. It's in the guide's top price band.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

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Experience hints

Splurge-worthy

24 Soi Sukhumvit 53, Khlong Tan Nuea, Vadhana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food

Follow the Crowds

The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.

Ice Is Safe

Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.

Use Grab for Delivery

The Grab app works for food delivery across Thailand, letting you order from street stalls and restaurants alike. It's invaluable on rainy days or when you want to eat in your hotel.

Bo.lan: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bo.lan worth visiting?

Bo.lan holds a 4.1★ rating from 797 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Bangkok.

What are the opening hours of Bo.lan?

Bo.lan is typically open 12:00–14:30 and 18:00–22:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

How expensive is Bo.lan?

Bo.lan is premium (฿฿฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.

When is the best time to visit Bo.lan?

The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).

Where is Bo.lan located?

Bo.lan is at 24 Soi Sukhumvit 53, Khlong Tan Nuea, Vadhana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).

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