Nusara — Restaurant in Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang Subdistrict

Easily one of the best Thai Fine Dining. Michelin got its facts right, a true Thai gem.

We visited Nusara for a special occasion, and from the moment we arrived, it was clear this wouldn't be just another dinner. What made it memorable was being personally guided by Tam, Chef Ton's younger brother, who runs the back office operations and wine program.

This meal completely shifted how I think about Thai food. I always knew it was good, but I didn't realize just how sophisticated it could be. Each dish showed layers of flavor that most Thai restaurants can never replicate. Strictly made in Thailand dishes as well, each dish was carefully sourced from specific local origins.

The course takes you on a journey through different regions of Thailand. But what really impressed us were the thoughtful touches beyond the official menu. Tam would appear with little surprises between courses - an extra bite here, a special drink there, small gestures that showed they genuinely cared about our experience.

The restaurant itself is stunning. Every floor offers a different view of Wat Pho temple, and by the time you reach the top, the view is absolutely breathtaking. It's like dining with one of Bangkok's most famous landmarks as your backdrop.

The open kitchen lets you watch the team work, and you can feel the energy and precision in everything they do.

My standout dish was the wagyu steak. Hands down the best Thai Beef I've had in ages, top 3 in my short lifespan. The beef was incredibly tender and flavorful, prepared in a way that blended Thai techniques with perfect execution. The soup course was equally impressive, though calling it just "soup" doesn't capture how complex it was.

We were also provided a sanitation wipe for each hand-picked bite for anyone who is fearful of germs. Pristine and absolutely clean.

Tam's drink selections were spot-on through each dish (Wine, Tea, Sake). Each drink hits the taste reset button properly and complements the meals well. He clearly knows what he's doing, and his enthusiasm for both drinking and hospitality made it special.

What touched us most was receiving a handwritten letter at the end of the meal. 2025 warm vibes. In an age of digital everything, taking the time to write a personal note showed the level of care they put into each diner's experience.

Practical Details: Parking: Street level or temple grounds Reservations: Book well in advance. Portion Size: Massive.

Bottom Line: Nusara proves that Thai cuisine belongs at the very top of the world's...

My husband and I went to Nusara after hearing raving reviews from a friend. We are always keen to try different fine dining restaurants whenever we travel all over the world as well as those which have been awarded Michelin stars. The ambience and journey was good overall. The star feature has to be the wonderful view facing the pagoda while you enjoy the meal. Although we were not given the choice 2 person table facing the pagoda initially, the staff were thoughtful enough to relocate us when the other guests finished their dinner and left.

I enjoyed the journey from the kitchen to the rooftop and then to the dining room, we were at the ‘Potong’ the night before which featured a similar journey. Nevertheless it was a nice touch. The food was good particularly the amuse bouche served in the beginning prior to dinner. The actual meal itself was good presentation-wise, the main course for me was a bit lack luster.

Everything was going swimmingly no complaints till we hit desserts. Towards the end of our meal the chef came out to talk to the guests. Other than the 2 of us, there were only 2 other tables of 5 or 6 guests each. Chef Ton went to both the other 2 tables and greeted the guest and exchanged pleasantries, even took photos with one of the tables. However, he did not come to our table at all. One cannot help but feel ostracized and discriminated against in that situation. I do not know if the chef was personal friends with the other groups but as a chef it is only polite to come and greet your guest just say “hi, thanks for coming, hope you enjoyed your meal.”

To add insult to injury, there was a burly Caucasian man, I do not know if he was the sommelier or manager, who came over to our table, no smile, no hello and asked us “are we done here?” Then he promptly took away our dessert plates. Again, no “how was your meal? Can I get you anything else?”

Needless to say the behavior by the senior management of the restaurant left a very bad taste in our mouths. I thought that Michelin Starred restaurants prided themselves on service and that is in fact one of the criteria for the star. Our waiter, a petite gentlemen was lovely and attentive, maybe the senior staff can take a page from his book.

The chef did greet us goodbye as we were heading out at the staircase but perhaps that was too little too late considering what we were subjected to by his rude and...

The food here is very disappointing if you are Thai. Many dishes are just bland, even though the waiter specifically asked if I could eat spicy food, and I said yes! Their “normal spicy” level feels like a level 1 at best. I have been to many Thai fine dining restaurants, and I would recommend going to Samrub for Thai or Coda for a more authentic Thai food experience. Additionally, the food was served at a very slow pace, and the portions for each course were quite small.

The atmosphere is definitely a highlight, with a great view of Wat Pho, and the interior is decent enough. However, a major downside is the elevator, which can only accommodate one to two people at a time. If you don’t want to wait, you’ll need to walk up one or two flights of stairs.

The service is good, although I found it surprising that most of the staff aren’t Thai. They primarily speak English, which isn’t an issue for me, but it did make me curious.

The biggest disappointment that needs to be addressed is the lack of parking. It’s a real struggle for customers who drive here themselves. There is no parking available—fair enough. But what about valet service? Unfortunately, that’s not an option either. Considering the amount of money you’re spending, wouldn’t it be reasonable to provide some parking? Instead, customers are told to park on the street (which is a restricted parking zone) or find a spot in the Wat Pho alley, which is reserved for temple use. I did drive around several times but there was just no space so I parked somewhere else and walked several minutes to the restaurant and I had to leave the table in the middle of the meal to get my car because I was worried sick about getting a fine or having my wheels locked for parking on the street. I then tried to find a parking spot on the street opposite the restaurant, but by the time I got there, there was no space left. In the end, I had to beg the temple staff for a parking spot, which was honestly quite a pathetic situation.

Overall, it was such a nightmare! I would recommend taking public transport to get here, but even that comes with its own challenges, as it’s quite difficult to find a Grab driver nearby. The restaurant can call a taxi for you, but you’ll still have to wait at least five minutes or more for...