Brasserie 9 — Restaurant in Si Lom Subdistrict

Last weekend, I had the absolute pleasure of dining at Brasserie 9 in Sathorn, Bangkok, and I can confidently say it was one of the most exceptional culinary experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I stepped into the beautifully appointed space, I was enveloped by an amazing atmosphere—warm wooden accents, elegant lighting, and a sophisticated yet welcoming vibe that transported me straight to a classic French brasserie. The colonial-style architecture and lush views of the surrounding greenery only added to the charm, making it the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening.

The menu was a masterclass in French cuisine, and every dish I tried was executed with flawless precision. The Hamachi tartar was a revelation—delicate, fresh, and bursting with subtle flavors, perfectly balanced with a zesty dressing that elevated the fish to new heights. The croque monsieur followed, and it was sheer perfection: golden, crispy bread encasing gooey cheese and tender ham, a comforting yet refined classic. Then came the crabcake, a golden morsel of sweet, succulent crabmeat, crisp on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender within—absolutely divine.

The seared duck foie gras was a highlight, its rich, buttery texture complemented by a caramelized exterior that made every bite an indulgent treat. The vol au vent seafood was equally impressive, a flaky pastry filled with a medley of pristine seafood in a creamy, flavorful sauce that I couldn’t get enough of. The beef cheek fettuccine was a triumph of slow-cooked tenderness, the meat practically dissolving into the silky pasta, while the Australian beef Rossini stole the show—succulent tenderloin crowned with foie gras and a luscious truffle sauce, paired with a heavenly potato gratin that was creamy, cheesy, and crisp-topped perfection.

The service was nothing short of excellent—attentive, warm, and professional, with staff anticipating every need. To top it all off, the French chef, Hervé Frerard, came out to greet us, his passion for his craft evident in every dish and his friendly demeanor adding a personal touch to the evening. Brasserie 9 isn’t just a meal; it’s an experience of unparalleled quality, where exquisite food, impeccable service, and an enchanting atmosphere come together flawlessly. I can’t...

Beautiful and sprawling, Brasserie 9 looks like it was once a large private home. Tastefully furnished, the interiors are tasteful without being fussy.

After sitting down and being served our drinks, I ordered the set lunch.

Started off with grape tomato and chèvre salad. Delicious. It had a brûlée topping (nice touch) over the goat’s cheese and a balsamic reduction drizzle. Very nice.

Next came the French onion soup. On first sight, it looked a little sad. The crouton and melted cheese looked soggy and boring and small and there was only a half portion served. That said, the soup itself I enjoyed very much. It was more delicate than most French onion soups. I couldn’t taste herbs or cognac but the color was beautiful and a lot of care obviously went into it. I would just work on the crouton and the presentation and the portion — otherwise, loved it!

For my main I had the braised beef over pomme puree. Again subtle and delicious.

For dessert we shared a tarte au citron which was classic, delicate and enjoyable.

If I had to criticize anything, I might fault the music which is a bit heavy-handed with French classics — a bit hokey to have Edith Piaf singing in the background. Too literal and adds nothing to the atmosphere.

Also, I wasn’t crazy about the bread. I think they might do better to find the best possible peasant bread or classic baguette and serve them at room temperature than go to the trouble of serving warm crescent-shaped rolls with cold hard butter.

Lastly, the coffee wasn’t very good but then the coffee in France isn’t very good either.

At the end of the meal, I overheard someone next to me say they prefer Indigo which I think is ridiculous. Brasserie 9 is a sophisticated Parisian while Indigo is more the Parisian’s country cousin.

With a little tweaking and a few adjustments, I hope Brasserie 9 does well. I only hope there are enough people in Bangkok who are able to appreciate its sophistication, subtlety and point of view — which is quietly confident and doesn’t include the usual dull cliches served by so many French restaurants in...

I would like to first note that this is not a casual restaurant. The expectations are much greater from a food and service perspective. Each person on the table paid about 2.7 to 3k for about 3 courses + alcohol.

The food. Perfect. The French onion soup is superb. Its a simple dish hence you cannot hide poor skill and understanding. This knocked it out of the park. The beef cheeks were tender, perfectly done. I would say I would come back here just for the French onion soup.

The service was sorely lacking. I am very critical of service of such places since well, you're paying 8-10x a casual restaurant. However. Many cardinal mistakes were made for such a high end establishment.

1. Not confirming order and who ordered what. The server basically had to come to the table and ask who had what, which disrupted conversation.

2. Due to not confirming the order, we had one item wrongly ordered. No issue, but this could have been duly avoided. The team was within earshot when this issues cropped up in the table, but none of the staff approached. We dont expect any recovery, but it did make the atmosphere awkward slightly when the staff could come in and defuse the situation nicely with a smile.

This is one small detail to make sure the host of the table is not put in an awkward situation, which unfortunately was not done

3. Served from the right, which is basic no no from such a place.

4. Serving setting was poor. The soup was placed awkwardly too far from the guests so each guest had to shift their plates around making awkward clanging noises.

5. Beer poured with glass flat on the table, leading to too much foam and over carbonation.

6. No checks on how the food was or was there any issues.

These are small things, but you are paying for such small things. And in places like these where big official business lunches could happen, this is not the place for such...