The Bridge Bar & Bistro
Riverside bar and bistro on the banks of the Kwai River, part of the X2/Xcape resort complex.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 07:00–22:00
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Details
- Phone
- +66 34 552 124
- Website
- www.x2resorts.com
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Why go, and how to do it well
Situated on the banks of the Kwai River within the Xcape River Kwai resort complex, The Bridge Bar & Bistro offers a relaxed dining setting framed by sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. Large windows make the most of the peaceful riverfront scenery, and the calm, welcoming atmosphere suits everything from a leisurely breakfast to an evening meal.
The menu covers a broad range of options across all-day dining, with visitor favorites including chicken Caesar salad, tofu soup, pork chop, and fettuccine. The restaurant is part of the X2 (Cross) hotel group, whose signature all-day breakfast with champagne is available here and draws returning guests. Food quality is consistently noted as solid, and the combination of setting and menu variety makes it a comfortable choice for both resort guests and outside visitors.
The bistro is open every day from 07:00 to 22:00, making it convenient for any meal. It sits a short distance from Kanchanaburi town center — roughly 15 minutes by private vehicle — so those without a car or scooter should plan transport in advance. Navigating via Google Maps is straightforward. Given its resort location, the venue tends to be quieter than restaurants closer to the main tourist strip, which suits travelers looking for a more relaxed dining experience away from the busier parts of town.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Reviews from Google
This restaurant is a beautiful place to enjoy a meal, especially because of the large windows that let you see the peaceful lake outside. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, making it great for both special occasions and casual dining. The food is very tasty, and the menu has a good variety of options. My favorite dish was the MaMa Oh-ho Mini. It was so delicious and looked amazing on the plate. You can tell the chefs put a lot of effort into making it perfect. The staff were very kind and helpful, always making sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Overall, this is a fantastic place to eat, and I will definitely come back again. If you’re looking for good food with a lovely view, this restaurant is a perfect choice!
Located on the banks of Kwai river, surrounded with amazing and peaceful landscape. Great place to grab breakfast lunch or dinner. We ordered the chicken Caesar salad which was great, tofu soup was good, pad Thai was also good. Dessert-wise we took the waffle which was good. I would expect more of this place due to its facilities so for my opinion food is good but can be better and plate-ring/serving can be more sophisticated. Good example for that case is the chicken Caesar salad which was served beautifully. Service was extremely kind.
This restaurant is located in Xcape River KWAI in Kanchanaburi. Nice location and view. Good taste👍
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 48 reviews on Google.
XF88+J7P, Nong Ya, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand
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The Bridge Bar & Bistro: Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Bridge Bar & Bistro worth visiting?
The Bridge Bar & Bistro holds a 4.4★ rating from 48 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Kanchanaburi.
What are the opening hours of The Bridge Bar & Bistro?
The Bridge Bar & Bistro is typically open 07:00–22:00 — 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.
When is the best time to visit The Bridge Bar & Bistro?
The best months to visit Kanchanaburi are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in November – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (extreme heat).
Where is The Bridge Bar & Bistro located?
The Bridge Bar & Bistro is at XF88+J7P, Nong Ya, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand, in Kanchanaburi. Getting around Kanchanaburi: Bicycle rental (town is flat); Motorbike rental.
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