Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants by KOKTAIL 2025

Chefs and Restaurants Awards 2025

Bangkok’s culinary world came together tonight for the much-anticipated Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants by Koktail Chefs and Restaurants Awards 2025, celebrating the individuals and establishments shaping Thailand’s food scene.

Two chefs and two restaurants received the supreme accolade in the long-established awards hosted by MediaMagination, publisher of Koktail Magazine, Time Out Thailand and Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants, in partnership with Gaysorn Urban Resort.

Chudaree “Tam” Debhakam of Baan Tepa in Bangkok and Davide Garavaglia of Côte by Mauro Colagreco, also in Bangkok, were chosen as Chefs of the Year by a panel of judges who visited more than 300 restaurants across the country. These two chefs epitomised culinary innovation and consistency—two essential pillars of world-class dining.

The Restaurants of the Year accolades went to INDDEE and Mezzaluna, both in Bangkok, which stood out for their exceptional dining experiences. From the moment guests arrived, these restaurants impressed with outstanding service, innovative dishes and exceptional beverage pairings, combining classic and low-intervention choices to elevate the overall experience.

Nigel Oakins, director of MediaMagination, commented: “The incredible turnout tonight of more than 700 chefs, restaurateurs and gourmands is a wonderful recognition of the 23 years we have produced our annual guide to Thailand’s best and favourite restaurants.” “Over the years, plenty of lists have come and gone, but the fact that we review in person every restaurant we feature, has stood the test of time. Many congratulations to all this year’s awardees, each represents the pinnacle of the fabulous dining options that Thailand offers.” Here are some highlights of the awards.

The Opening of the Year awards celebrated three exciting new culinary ventures: Aulis in Phang Nga, Owl Brasserie in Chiang Mai, and Palmier by Guillaume Galliot in Bangkok, marking the debut of noteworthy restaurants in the Thai dining scene.

The award for Pioneers in Sustainability & Community Care went to Catch and Co. in Phang Nga, GOAT in Bangkok, and JARAS in Phuket, highlighting their efforts in combining gastronomy with social responsibility.

For achievements in wine, Lea Puyelo of Chef’s Table was named Sommelier of the Year and Wine List of the Year was by Alessandro Frau for Acqua Bangkok.

Newly introduced categories such as The Classics, Artisan Wine Bar of the Year, and Pioneers in Thai Cuisine spotlighted a broader range of culinary achievements.

A sizable charitable donation will be made to Scholars of Sustenance (SOS), a foundation dedicated to combating food waste and hunger across Thailand and Southeast Asia, through two auctions made possible by the generosity of the participating chefs, restaurants, and, event guests.

The full list of Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants by Koktail Chefs and Restaurants Awards 2025 is at the end of this press release.

The event was officially opened by Nigel Oakins, Director of MediaMagination, who welcomed over 700 attendees, including chefs, restaurateurs, and members of the hospitality industry plus other VIP guests.

Following his speech, Patrick Martens, Director of Food & Beverage at Ratchaprasong Food Services, and Pimnapat Ponglertpokin, Head of Card Usage, United Overseas Bank (Thai) PCL, shared their remarks.

Some 102 awards in total were presented over the course of the evening to chefs and restaurants from across Thailand who had gathered to hear the results and congratulate the winners. The Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants team have been presenting awards for more than two decades, helping to promote the country as a fine dining destination. The impressive turnout from the hospitality and restaurant industry demonstrates that these awards remain the most significant in the sector.

The rating of each restaurant will be featured in Thailand’s Favourite Restaurants by Koktail 2025 guidebook. Thailand’s best-selling restaurant guide will feature more than 300 restaurant reviews by expert food writers with rating for food, setting, drinks and service. The release date for the guidebook is set for January next year.

Gaysorn Urban Resort: A Perfect Venue for Inspired Celebrations Located in the iconic Ratchaprasong district, the Gaysorn Urban Resort proved to be the ideal setting for such a momentous occasion. Its state-of-the-art facilities, combined with an expert event team, offered a combination of elegance and functionality. From corporate functions to glamorous awards ceremonies, Gaysorn Urban Resort’s versatile spaces and exceptional service make it one of Thailand’s premier destinations for inspired events and meetings.

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