Nusara
Phra Nakhon
Family-inspired fine dining venue ranked #3 in Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2023, offering a 12-course tasting menu in an intimate 10-seat dining room overlooking Wat Pho temple. Chef Ton's innovative cuisine reinterprets traditional Thai royal recipes with contemporary techniques.
Overview
Opened in 2020 as a tribute to Chef Thitid Tassanakajohn's grandmother, this 10-seat restaurant delivers a structured dining journey through modern Thai gastronomy. The venue ranked third in Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2023.
Architecture & Space
- Ground floor cocktail bar (Mayrai)
- Second floor dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Direct views of Wat Pho temple complex
- Balcony overlooking Chao Phraya River
Culinary Approach
The 12-course tasting menu merges:
- Royal Thai court recipes from King Rama V's era
- Family culinary heritage
- Indian spice influences
- Contemporary techniques
Signature Dishes
- Crab curry with local caviar on betel leaf
- Bumbai Neua: beef cheek in Bombay-style curry
- Braised squid with garlic and palm sugar
- Tom Kla soup reinterpretation
Experience Structure
- Initial cocktails at Mayrai bar
- Progression to main dining room
- 3-hour orchestrated service
- Multiple beverage pairing options
Technical Details
- Capacity: 10 seats
- Service: One seating per evening
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- Reservation: Mandatory