
Sorn
RESTAURANT SUMMARY

Where Thailand's fiery southern heritage meets three-Michelin-starred precision, Sorn Bangkok stands as the kingdom's most coveted culinary sanctuary. Chef-owner Supaksorn 'Ice' Jongsiri transforms his grandmother's ancestral recipes into Thailand's first three-star dining experience, making reservations the most sought-after prize in Bangkok fine dining.
Founded in 2018 within a restored Thai villa, Sorn emerged from Chef Ice's profound connection to his Nakhon Si Thammarat roots. The self-taught culinary artist channels childhood memories and southern Thai cultural heritage into an uncompromising vision that earned rapid Michelin recognition—first one star, then two, culminating in historic three-star status in 2024. This meteoric rise reflects Ice's dedication to elevating regional cuisine through modern techniques while preserving authentic flavors that define southern Thailand's bold culinary identity.
Sorn's cuisine celebrates the untamed intensity of southern Thai gastronomy through a meticulously crafted tasting menu spanning 20+ courses. Signature creations like Kan Chu Piang showcase blue swimmer crab leg and roe served in granite mortars with fiery yellow chili sauce, while Gaeng Leang delivers explosive vegetable soup complexity. Each dish features ingredients sourced directly from southern fishermen and farmers—Tapi River prawns, Phuket lobster, Andaman squid—prepared using traditional charcoal cooking and fermentation techniques. The kitchen's obsession with temperature precision ensures every course arrives at optimal heat, demanding immediate consumption to experience the full sensory impact.
The dining experience unfolds within a serene white-walled villa surrounded by lush gardens, creating an intimate refuge near Sukhumvit Road. Impeccably trained service staff function as cultural ambassadors, sharing stories behind each dish while maintaining the precise pacing essential to Sorn's temperature-sensitive cuisine. The wine program features carefully curated pairings designed to complement intense spice levels, with traditional southern Thai tea providing an authentic closing ritual. The restaurant's modest 22-seat capacity intensifies the exclusive atmosphere, where polished wood floors and natural materials create harmony between tradition and refinement.
Securing a table at Sorn requires dedication—reservations release online and disappear within minutes, cementing its reputation as Thailand's most difficult restaurant to book. This exclusivity, combined with three-Michelin-star excellence, positions Sorn as an essential pilgrimage for serious gourmands seeking authentic southern Thai flavors elevated to fine dining heights. Reserve well in advance for this transformative journey through Thailand's most explosive regional cuisine.
CHEF
Supaksorn "Ice" Jongsiri
ACCOLADES

(2025) Michelin 3 Stars

(2024) Michelin 3 Stars

(2025) La Liste Score: 97pts

(2025) World's 50 Best Asia's Best Restaurants #16

(2025) World's 50 Best Best Restaurants #17

(2024) World's 50 Best Best Restaurants #38

(2025) Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked #1
