Bangkok · DINNER EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 dinner experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Spend two hours aboard the White Orchid, passing Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, ICONSIAM, and Rama VIII Bridge. You’ll have a Thai and international buffet, unlimited beer, live music, Thai dance, and a cabaret show on the night cruise. Choose a departure point at Asiatique or ICONSIAM.
“Great food, entertainment and the views were amazing from the river.”
Board the Alangka at ICONSIAM Pier 4 for a two-hour evening cruise with Thai and international seafood, tea, coffee, and water included. Enjoy live singers, Thai dancing, and views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Bangkok’s illuminated riverfront. English and Thai hosts assist at check-in.
“Fantastic experience. Just be aware that since there are a lot of people in the cruise the buffet will be crowded. Nevertheless, I recommend this tour to anyone, great food, show and sightseeing.”
Spend about two hours at Baiyoke Sky Hotel with a 1.5-hour international buffet, unlimited soft drinks, and access to the 77th-floor Observation Deck and 84th-floor revolving viewpoint. Choose lunch for daylight views or dinner for Bangkok’s glowing skyline. Check in on the 18th floor.
“The staff were so kind and helpful as I’m disabled. The seats on the 78th floor were excellent, the view was superb. The buffet style food was excellent, the choice was really good as was the quality. After lunch you can go still higher to the 83rd floor (I think). If you want to go on the rotating top floor you will need to climb stairs. Overall experience was brilliant, well worth a try.”
Board the Chao Phraya Princess at Iconsiam for a 90-minute to two-hour evening cruise. Enjoy an international buffet, live music, and open-air views of Bangkok’s illuminated temples and monuments. Drinks cost extra, and you should arrive at the pier 15 to 30 minutes early.
“The city at night was very beautiful.The dinner was also served satisfacterly.We enjoyed all.Thank you.”
Spend two hours aboard the White Orchid Cruise on Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River. Enjoy a welcome drink, Thai dance, buffet dinner, live music, and cabaret while passing the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun. Seats are assigned, and drinks beyond tea and coffee cost extra.
“Excellent service , food, & entertainment, exceeded my expectations and would definately recomend to anyone looking for a reasonably priced dinner cruise.”
Board The Planet at Asiatique for a 90-minute sunset or two-hour dinner cruise. Expect an international buffet, live music, rooftop river views, Thai dancing on the dinner sailing, and illuminated sights including Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, ICONSIAM, and Rama VIII Bridge.
“We had an amazing time on the dinner cruise! It’s an amazing experience. Highly recommend. We were so lucky that our seat was right at the front of the boat. We had a lovely staff member called Aimy who assisted us, ensuring we had a great night. The singers were good, vibes were good. Lovely way to get to know the Bangkok City via the river on a beautiful night.”
Board at Asiatique, ICONSIAM, or Terminal 21 Rama 3 for a Chao Phraya dinner cruise with a welcome drink, buffet meal, live music, and Thai dancing. You’ll pass Bangkok’s bridges and riverside sights, though the exact route and views vary by departure time and boat position.
“So good the food was amazing especially the desert The music was so good nd the staff”
Head to Warehouse 3 at Asiatique The Riverfront for a 50-minute Calypso Cabaret show packed with costumes, dance, comedy, and classic songs. Add a Thai set dinner and cultural performance for a longer evening. Seating is general admission, and photo tips are customary after the show.
“Absolutely loved the experience! I've been to many drag shows in Spain and the level of this show was spectacular. Loved every aspect of it - the acting, the dancing, the cosumes! It was a piece of art! Would highly recommend if you come to Bangkok.”
Spend two hours cruising Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River from ICONSIAM Pier 4, with a Thai and international buffet, unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. You’ll pass Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Rama VIII Bridge, and Asiatique while live music, Thai dance, and cabaret fill the boat.
“Amazing experience! I loved the cruise it felt like being in a movie. The food was excellent, and the staff were extremely attentive. While you enjoy dinner, the cruise passes by several tourist attractions, with live music and a nice glass of wine. My husband and I loved it and highly recommend it!”
At Bangkok’s Calypso Cabaret, you watch 16 polished lip-sync acts set to classic hits and current pop songs. Choose show-only entry or add Thai set dinner and traditional dance. Plan around the 7:45 or 9:45 pm performance, and check your ticket carefully so dinner does not replace the cabaret.
“My experience was exceptional! From the time I answered, I love that there was an escort to guide you along the red carpeted event. The check in process was efficient & flawless. The dinner was cooked to perfection, seasoned and sized very appropriately. I arrived late and I loved that they packaged it well & it was labeled with my name. The cocktails were on point! Not one drink I ordered was too iced or water down. The servers were well staffed and came back with those items quick so you could actually enjoy them doing the show. Omg! The show. From the flawless sculptured bodies. Unmatched femininity and finishes.…”
Cruise Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River for about two hours while enjoying a Thai and international buffet, desserts, live music, classical dance, and cabaret. You’ll pass Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Iconsiam, Asiatique, and other river sights. Hotel transfers from selected central hotels are optional.
“Food was average as well as whole program. No information on the boat about where we have been. Team was very nice and friendly.”
Spend two hours aboard the Royal Princess from Asiatique, with unlimited Thai, Western, Japanese, and seafood dishes, live music, and views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, IconSiam, and Rama VIII Bridge. Choose a rooftop setting or air-conditioned deck, but expect general seating and a busy boarding area.
“Ten out of ten!!! The ride, the food, the experience was beyond amazing! You won’t even notice the 2hrs fly by.”
Enjoy a two-hour dinner cruise from Anantara Riverside Bangkok aboard a restored antique rice barge. Begin with drinks and canapés at Manohra Lounge, then dine on a multi-course Thai menu while passing Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Buddhist temples, and riverside mansions. The boat carries no more than 30 people.
“Fabulous experience. Everything from the initial greeting to debarking the boat was exceptional. Food was amazing, staff was exceptional.”
Join the Opulence at ICONSIAM for a two-hour evening cruise with a Thai and international buffet, welcome drink, live bands on two decks, and views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Rama VIII Bridge, and Asiatique.
“Amazing cruise loved it, the fireworks were amazing too loved it!”
Meet at Asiatique The Riverfront, board the Viva Alangka, and spend two hours cruising the Chao Phraya River with Thai, Western, Japanese, and seafood dishes. Choose a sunset or evening departure, enjoy live music and Thai dance, and watch Bangkok’s temples and bridges pass by.
“Finding departure point was easy enough by taxi. Boarding was efficient. Was a little disappointed to be right at the back, second last table, which meant we were a long way from the floor show. I had booked this dinner cruise to see the traditional dancers and we were so far back it wasn’t a good view at all. Particularly annoying when there were empty tables a lot closer. Performers came out among the audience afterwards but didn’t come up our end. Buffet was good, although not so much for me as I don’t eat seafood but there was still enough for me to have a decent meal. As others…”
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