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There’s that age-old expression where too many cooks spoil the broth or too many chefs make egos implode — okay, maybe that second one’s made up — but it’s what often comes to mind when multiple big names are involved in one kitchen. More often than not, you brace yourself for a clash of styles, confused menus, or just a hot mess of ambition. But at SOMA, it’s the complete opposite. It’s like watching a band of culinary rockstars play in perfect tune.

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In the heart of bustling Siam, nestled inside the Siam Scape building (yes, a mall-adjacent corporate block that surprisingly delivers a serious vibe), SOMA emerges as a new Thai dining hotspot that breaks all expectations.

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A fancy canteen-style restaurant that feels anything but formal, it’s helmed by a dream team of Thailand’s most respected and innovative chefs: Chef Chalee Kader of 100 Mahaseth and Wana Yook (Michelin 1 Star) fame, Chef Num Weerawat Triyasanawat, the powerhouse behind Samuay & Sons in Udon Thani and one of the fiercest champions of progressive Thai-Isaan cuisine, and Chef Pak Yamoo, a rising culinary force who has stepped in as SOMA’s Head Chef — and trust us, he’s no side act.

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Now, we know what you’re thinking. What’s this trio doing cooking up high-concept Thai dishes in a glassy building surrounded by uni kids, street vendors, and sneaker drops? But somehow, it just works. Beautifully. Effortlessly. The kind of restaurant where laughter bounces off the walls, dishes flood the tables, and no one seems to want to leave. There’s big, bold art, long tables filled with groups, and an open kitchen just visible enough to remind you that magic’s happening back there.

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The menu leans deeply into nostalgic Thai comfort, but with the refined touch you’d expect from this kind of talent. It’s seasonal, it’s bold, and it’s rooted in real Thai flavours — but never predictable. The kind of food you can devour casually, yet walk away from feeling like you just had something truly special.

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Dish highlights? It’s hard to even narrow it down, but here’s what we loved:
– Minced pork in plum soup with cowslip flowers – light but complex, floral and savoury in perfect balance.

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– Grilled crispy pork belly with makwaen relish and compressed pineapple – that numbing citrusy kick from makwaen with the sweetness of pineapple? Genius.

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– Green curry of grilled tenderloin with aubergines – rich, silky, and unashamedly luxurious (yes, a bit of a splurge, but it delivers).

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– Granita of bitter orange with mixed fruits, fried shallots and kaffir lime – it hits you like a zingy slap in the best way.

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Even the drinks keep things interesting, with house sodas and local-inspired options designed to play with the food’s bold, spicy, and herbal profiles.

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The prices? You’ll honestly be surprised. For food of this creativity and quality — crafted by chefs with serious credentials — SOMA manages to stay accessible. You can easily share a few dishes with friends, get that “wow” experience, and not feel like you’ve dropped half your salary. It’s refined Thai food for the people, and that’s kind of the point.

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If we had to nitpick (because, come on, balance), the ice cream sandwich lacked that final punch, and the bathroom location upstairs feels like stepping out of a dream. But those are tiny details in what’s easily shaping up to be one of our Top 5 new Thai dining spots in Bangkok right now.

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SOMA is vibrant, loud, a little bit chaotic, and very much alive. It’s not a temple of gastronomy. It’s more like a party that happens to serve insanely good food. The chefs behind it? They aren’t trying to outshine each other. They’re building something that feels collaborative, grounded, and fun.

So if you’re not heading to SOMA yet… where are you?

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SOMA Bangkok
Siam Patumwan House, 414 Phayathai Road Wang Mai Sub District, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330

Opening Hours:
– Tuesday to Saturday 11.00 am to 3.00 pm and 5.00 pm to 11.00 pm
– Monday 5.00 pm to 11.00 pm
– Sunday closed
Tel: +66 (0)95 372 2644
Email: soma.kitchenbkk@gmail.com

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