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Nusara

Nusara is chef Thitid 'Ton' Tassanakajohn's love letter to his grandmother's cooking — a jewel-box dining room across from Wat Pho where refined tasting menus rework Thai family recipes with top-shelf ingredients.

4.5(743)Tha Tien Pier · 2 min walk
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Plan your visit

Hours
Daily 18:00–23:00
Getting there
Tha Tien Pier
2 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

Address
336 Thanon Maha Rat, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon
Phone
097 293 5549
Website
www.nusarabkk.com
Full opening hours
Monday18:00–23:00
Tuesday18:00–23:00
Wednesday18:00–23:00
Thursday18:00–23:00
Friday18:00–23:00
Saturday18:00–23:00
Sunday18:00–23:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Nusara is chef Thitid 'Ton' Tassanakajohn's love letter to his grandmother's cooking — a jewel-box dining room across from Wat Pho where refined tasting menus rework Thai family recipes with top-shelf ingredients. Michelin-starred and a fixture of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants, it pairs dishes like lobster nam prik and wagyu massaman with one of the old town's most atmospheric settings; ask for a window seat at dusk when the temple spires light up. Smaller and more intimate than sibling Le Du, it books out weeks in advance.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026

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336 Thanon Maha Rat, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon

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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.

Nusara: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nusara worth visiting?

Nusara holds a 4.5★ rating from 743 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Bangkok.

What are the opening hours of Nusara?

Nusara is typically open 18:00–23:00 — 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.

When is the best time to visit Nusara?

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 Nusara located?

Nusara is at 336 Thanon Maha Rat, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).

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