Bangkok boasts a vibrant restaurant bar scene, from the noodle stalls of Khao San Road to the dizzying heights of Vertigo, the City of Angels caters for everyone. Escape the backpacker crowds and the busloads of package tourists haggling over plastic handbags and counterfeit viagra on Silom and head to the cool cocktail bars to rub shoulders with the Thai hi-So.

Start your evening with martinis shaken table side at the serene Aqua, nestled between koi ponds in the courtyard of the Four Seasons Hotel. Rocking chairs and casual seating set a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. Next door the St.Regis hosts the ever popular Zuma on the ground floor and the classic St.Regis Bar and terrace on the 12th floor overlooking Lumpinee park.

Rooftop dining has really taken off in Bangkok, with a plethora of choices available. Sirocco, from The Hangover fame, dominates the top of the State Tower offering views of the Chao Phraya and city below. Unfortunately, this is not a place for a quiet or sophisticated dinner, with hoards of tourists wanting to see where the film was shot. For a similar and more bespoke experience, Bangkok's original rooftop restaurants, Vertigo at the Banyan Tree offers a much better experience with mediterranean inspired cuisine.

Two of my favourite Bangkok rooftop restaurants might not be as high as Vertigo or Sirocco, but offer great atmosphere and fantastic Thai food. Zenses at the World Trade Center, is styled like a New York loft with extensive indoor and outdoor seating areas. With Thai, Italian and Indian menus and a fabulous cocktail list. The Long Table, from the people who brought us Bed Supper Club, has an extensive Thai menu and a buzzing atmosphere, especially at weekends, when the young Thai Hi-So gather for dinner and cocktails. Tables outside on the small terrace are at a premium so make sure you book in advance.

If you are seeking exquisite modern Thai food, look no further than the David Thomson's Michelin starred Nahm at the metropolitan, recently voted no 13 in the San Pellegrino Worlds Best Restaurants. Another firm favourite is Bo Ian situated in the Sukhumvit area.

Theres no better place to head for after dinner cocktails than the aptly named Hi-So at the Sofitel So Bangkok, with gorgeous views over Lumpinee Park. Old classics like Q-Bar and Nest still draw the crowds throughout the week, with Q-Bar having guest DJ's and special nights to keep the Hi-So entertained.

Wherever you end up going in the City of Angels, you'll be bound to have a good time. And remember , when it comes to Thai Hi-So, there's no such thing as under dressing!

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Cheers

JB