Duet by David Toutain — Restaurant in Lumphini Subdistrict

Refined, Seasonal Dining at Its Best

Had an amazing set dinner at Duet by David Toutain—an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The ambiance is elegant and upscale, with a refined but warm atmosphere that perfectly complements the food. Service was absolutely top-tier—attentive, knowledgeable, and welcoming without being stiff.

The menu is deeply seasonal and beautifully thought out, with locally sourced ingredients elevated through modern French technique. Every dish felt like a story told through flavor and texture.

Some highlights from the set: A delicate smoked red bell pepper bite, a bright and refreshing watercress starter, and a crispy onion tart inspired by pissaladière. Loved the tomato, crab, and burrata dish—so fresh and complex. The Gambero Rosso with sweet corn was a beautiful harmony of land and sea, while the zucchini with yuzu kosho and pistachio was subtle but deeply flavorful.

Other standouts: green beans with smoky sardine and rosemary, rich artichoke with bone marrow, and a perfectly cooked fish course with fennel and black olives. The main—French pork with girolles and zucchini flower—was earthy, juicy, and incredibly balanced.

Dessert was light yet memorable: pomelo and spruce, a surprising but refreshing end to an exquisite meal.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fine dining experience in Bangkok that’s both inventive and rooted in quality. Would return in...

We chose Duet for a birthday dinner, hoping for something special—an experience that matched the occasion, with a great atmosphere, food, wine and nice interiors.

It turned out to be one of the best dinners we’ve ever had. The service was exceptional—attentive but never intrusive. The food was absolutely incredible. The menu offers a choice between six and eight courses, and we highly recommend going for eight. With six, you’d miss out on some truly fantastic dishes (the lobster, for example). The oyster was hands down the best I’ve ever had—I still dream about it.

The wine selection was great, as expected. We opted for individual glasses rather than the full pairing (which includes a mix of wines, beers, and ciders—that's a bold move, and quite unusual to see!). The wines we chose were new to us but paired well with our dishes. The only thing we didn’t love was the blue cheese, but that’s just personal preference—we’re not fans of blue cheese in general.

Would we go back? Absolutely. Would we recommend it to friends? We...

had the pleasure of experiencing “The Art of Two” at DUET, The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok—an exclusive collaboration between Chef David Toutain and Chef Valentin Fouache. This eight-course tasting menu explored the harmony of nature, memory, and technique in a truly elevated gastronomic journey.

Each dish was thoughtfully composed, with a modern, earthy elegance that reflected both chefs’ philosophies. Highlights included the vibrant Provence Green Asparagus with pistachio and lovage, a poetic Ostra regal oyster amuse-bouche, and a stunning pigeon with purple artichoke and black olives—each beautifully plated and rich in character.

The wine pairings, curated by The Wine Merchant, were exceptional and seamlessly matched the rhythm of the courses

Service was flawless—attentive, warm, and genuinely passionate. Every detail was looked after with care, creating a refined and...