KaenKrung, a MICHELIN Guide Thailand-listed Isan restaurant in Bangkok’s Old Town, brings the flavours of Khon Kaen to the city through charcoal-grilled meats, punchy som tam, fermented fish and aromatic soups. Led by chefs Paisarn Cheewinsiriwat and Kanyarat “Jib” Thanomseang, the menu balances bold Northeastern Thai cooking with thoughtful presentation, local ingredients and prices that make it one of Bangkok’s more approachable MICHELIN Guide restaurants.

Words: Pasuta Phongam, Photos: Pasuta Phongam Amidst the vivid lights and perpetual rhythm of Bangkok, Tahona rises above the city as a casual fine-dining destination shaped by the philosophy of “Flavors Rooted in Tradition.” Here, Thai ingredients are not merely used — they are reimagined through a contemporary lens, preserving the soul of local heritage while presenting it in a modern, refined form. More than a restaurant, Tahona is a crafted narrative — a place where culin