RONGROS
Book a month ahead for a riverside table, or don't bother, because the Wat Arun view is the whole point.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–15:00 and 17:00–22:00
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.
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Getting there and around
- At 392/16 Maha Rat Road, a few minutes' walk from Tha Tien pier on the Chao Phraya Express boat and about 300 m from MRT Sanam Chai.
- Wat Pho is around the corner, and Wat Arun is directly across the river.
Details
- Phone
- +66 96 946 1785
- Website
- linktr.ee/RONGROS_bkk
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Book it well ahead or accept you'll be sitting away from the water. That's the honest summary of this small riverside Thai place on Thanon Maha Rat, where the draw is a clear line of sight across the Chao Phraya to Wat Arun and the terrace simply doesn't have many seats to give.
The kitchen isn't coasting on the view, which it easily could. Ribeye green curry with roti comes up again and again in reviews, as do the egg fried sweetbush sprouts, the glass noodle salad and the crispy prawns. The menu is short. Spice and sugar are pitched at non-Thai palates, so if you want proper heat, say so. Several diners rate the drinks well made but light on the alcohol.
Book for around 17:30. Golden hour on the river is what people remember, and it's the difference between a good dinner and a memorable one. The Grand Palace is walkable, which makes this a natural end to a day in the old city.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
First of all, a word of advice for anyone wanting to book this restaurant: you must book at least one month in advance for riverside and window tables. For non-riverside or window tables, book at least 2-3 weeks in advance because the restaurant fills up very quickly due to limited space. They only accept reservations for two time slots: 5:30 PM and 8:00 PM. If you don't book in advance, you'll have to take your chances. Regarding the food, I recommend the glass noodle salad, green curry with roti, and pineapple fried rice. The restaurant has two seating areas. The second floor has a minimum spend of 1,000 THB per person, while the downstairs area (excluding window seats) has no minimum spend! Everything is excellent, 9/10. I deducted one point because there's only one restroom.
Totally was not prepared for this place. The food,the view was amazing. Had the egg fried sweetbush sprouts which was a party in my mouth. The ribeye green curry with roti was amazing as well. Lastly the crispy prawns was my partner's favorite. The spice and sugar level is definitely catered for the non Thais. Awesome place and will come back again most definitely
We reserved reservations one week in advance. We received a rooftop seat but unfortunately, the river side seats were already full. If you want a rooftop riverside, make sure to book well in advance. The service was really good and the views are spectacular, especially for a golden hour dinner reservation - 5:30 PM. There is a 1,000 baht minimum spend limit for the rooftop seating. In addition, the riverside seats require a deposit. We ordered a few drinks and they were good, though very weak. The appetizers and food was really good. We ordered the mushroom chips and wings as the appitizer. I enjoyed the curry NZ steak, while my other party enjoyed the pork belly dish. However, the pork belly dish was extremely garlicky and greasy. Overall, we had a good experience, but if I'm being honest, I expected a bit more in terms of quality from the food for being a Michelin star restaurant.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 4,838 reviews on Google.
392/16 Thanon Maha Rat, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
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RONGROS: Frequently Asked Questions
Does RONGROS have a Michelin star?
No. It's listed in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand, every year since 2019, but it has no star or Bib Gourmand. The guide rates it a moderate spend.
What is RONGROS known for?
Traditional Thai cooking on the Chao Phraya with a direct view of Wat Arun. The Michelin inspectors single out the green curry with rib-eye beef and roti, and the glass noodle salad.
How do I book RONGROS?
Through its LINE account @rongrosbkk, by phone on +66 96 946 1785 or by email to rongrosbkk@gmail.com. Book well ahead for a river table at sunset.
What are RONGROS's opening hours?
Daily, 11:00 to 15:00 for lunch and 17:00 to 22:00 for dinner.
Is RONGROS worth it?
For the view and a sunset dinner, yes, if you get a river table. The menu is short and the spice is toned down for visitors, so ask for it hotter if you like heat.
When is the best time to visit RONGROS?
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 RONGROS located?
RONGROS is at 392/16 Thanon Maha Rat, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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