TOP25 Restaurants Thailand Awards 2026 Reinforce Thailand’s Position as a Leading Global Gastronomy Destination

Bangkok, Thailand, October 27, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The TOP25 Restaurants Thailand Awards 2026 brought together the country’s vibrant culinary community to celebrate outstanding restaurants, chefs and dining experiences, announcing the latest rankings for Bangkok and Phuket & Southern Thailand.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Salanroj Sutaschuto, Senior Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), emphasized that Thailand’s strength as a MICE destination extends beyond its world-class facilities and professional capabilities to the unique experiences it offers through its culinary traditions, culture, creativity, and renowned Thai hospitality.

He noted that the TOP25 Restaurants Thailand Awards go beyond celebrating culinary excellence, recognizing the people and establishments that enhance Thailand’s international reputation, strengthen its appeal as a destination, and contribute to the country’s wider tourism and business events ecosystem.

This year’s rankings place POTONG at No. 1 in Bangkok and OMEMO at No. 1 in Phuket & Southern Thailand, highlighting the diversity, creativity and continued evolution of Thailand’s restaurant scene.

The awards recognize restaurants across the two regional rankings, alongside a selection of special awards celebrating excellence across a broad range of cuisines, culinary traditions and dining experiences.

Bangkok: POTONG Takes the Top Position

In Bangkok, POTONG claims the No. 1 position, followed by Chef’s Table by lebua at No. 2 and Sorn at No. 3. Baan Tepa takes fourth place, with INDDEE completing the top five. The ranking also recognizes established culinary destinations and distinctive dining concepts that continue to shape Bangkok’s international gastronomic reputation.

Phuket & Southern Thailand: OMEMO Leads the Regional Ranking

In Phuket & Southern Thailand, OMEMO takes the No. 1 position, followed by The Smokaccia Laboratory at No. 2 and L’Arôme by the Sea at No. 3. Tambu ranks fourth, followed by Royd at No. 5 and Aulis Phuket at No. 6. The top ten further includes AIM, Acqua, Age and Saffron Phuket.

The full ranking recognizes the Top 25 Restaurants in Bangkok and Phuket & Southern Thailand, alongside a selection of restaurants honored with special awards.

Special Awards Recognize Outstanding Culinary Achievements

In addition to the main rankings, the TOP25 Restaurants Thailand Awards 2026 recognize restaurants for achievements in specific culinary categories and dining experiences.

The special awards highlight the different ways restaurants contribute to Thailand’s gastronomic identity, from preserving culinary heritage and celebrating local ingredients to developing distinctive dining concepts and exceptional guest experiences.

AI-Powered Rankings Enhanced by Human Expertise
The TOP25 Restaurants Awards, based on the Restaurant Rating Index, combine artificial intelligence with human expertise to identify and showcase outstanding restaurants.

Rather than focusing exclusively on a single cuisine or dining format, TOP25 Restaurants presents a broader view of a destination’s restaurant landscape, bringing together diverse culinary concepts and experiences through its rankings, restaurant profiles and editorial content.

By creating a structured international platform for restaurant recognition, TOP25 Restaurants helps connect restaurants with travellers, supports destination visibility and highlights the diversity of local gastronomy.

The annual awards provide an additional opportunity to bring this recognition to the forefront, celebrating restaurants and their teams while drawing attention to the culinary experiences available in each destination.

Gastronomy as a Driver of Tourism

Food is an increasingly important part of the travel experience, influencing destination choices and encouraging visitors to discover local culture, ingredients, traditions and communities.

Thailand’s restaurant scene offers a compelling illustration of this relationship. From Bangkok’s international dining environment to the distinctive culinary experiences of Phuket and Southern Thailand, restaurants contribute to a destination’s identity and provide travellers with additional reasons to visit, explore and return.

Through its regional rankings and international platform, TOP25 Restaurants aims to help destinations showcase their culinary assets and strengthen the visibility of their restaurant communities.

The Thailand Awards form part of this broader approach, connecting restaurant recognition with gastronomy tourism promotion and international media exposure.

Bernard Metzger, Founder of TOP25 Restaurants International, commented:

“The TOP25 Restaurants Thailand Awards celebrate the people and establishments that make Thailand such a compelling culinary destination. The 2026 rankings reflect the extraordinary diversity of the country’s restaurant scene, from Bangkok’s internationally recognized dining establishments to the distinctive culinary experiences of Phuket and Southern Thailand.

At TOP25 Restaurants, we believe that artificial intelligence can help make restaurant recognition more comprehensive and accessible, while human expertise remains essential to understanding culinary excellence in all its dimensions. Our ambition is to help exceptional restaurants gain greater visibility and to support destinations in showcasing gastronomy as an integral part of the travel experience.” 

Exceptional Food and Drinks Bring the Industry Together

The TOP25 Restaurants Thailand Awards 2026 celebration was made even more memorable by the outstanding restaurants and beverage partners who contributed their culinary talents and exceptional drinks to the Culinary Showcase. Their participation added a distinctive gastronomic dimension to the event, giving guests the opportunity to savour a selection of remarkable flavours while celebrating this year’s award winners.

Beyond recognizing excellence in Thailand’s restaurant industry, the event provided a valuable opportunity for media representatives, hospitality professionals, restaurateurs and industry partners to connect, exchange ideas and build relationships in a convivial atmosphere. With exceptional food and drinks at the heart of the gathering, the celebration reflected the creativity, collaboration and shared passion that continue to shape Thailand’s vibrant dining and hospitality scene.

TOP25 extends its sincere thanks to all participating restaurants and beverage partners for helping make the evening a truly special occasion.

About TOP25 Restaurants by Travelindex

TOP25 Restaurants is the world’s first AI-powered restaurant guide, combining artificial intelligence with human expertise and discernment. Its independent, global rating approach supports the discovery and recognition of outstanding restaurants across destinations and cuisines.

The platform brings together restaurant rankings, awards, culinary content and destination information to help travellers discover exceptional dining experiences while supporting the international visibility of restaurants and their destinations.

Through its annual TOP25 Restaurants Awards, the platform celebrates leading establishments and showcases the diversity of local culinary scenes. Its broader mission is to connect gastronomy, travel and destination promotion through technology, content and international exposure.

TOP25 Restaurants is owned by Travelindex Group, a content-driven ecosystem serving the travel and tourism sectors. Through its digital platforms and media network, Travelindex supports the distribution of travel-related information and content to an international audience.

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