Thailand had some of the best cuisine in the world. A delicious combination of exotic flavors, spices, and textures, Thai food is without any doubt as varied as it is delicious. And it’s doesn’t hurt that the country has an incredible selection of local fresh ingredients like seafood, meats, and veggies. Over the past decade, Bangkok has transformed into an international hotspot for food. As the city grows as major metropolis, world-class chefs are flocking here to start cutting edge restaurants.

These days Bangkok restaurants are not only reinventing and refining traditional Thai dishes but Michelin Star chefs are swooping in to create never-before-seen innovative fusion cuisine. Bangkok-based restaurants now regularly claim the number-one spots on lists featuring the best fine dining establishments in Asia. So should you find yourself visiting this tasty city, you’re practically obligated to munch your way through at least a few of its best restaurants. Because while munching Thai street food is definitely fun, there’s nothing quite like sitting down to a 5 star meal while in the City of Angels. Here are our picks for Bangkok’s best fine dining.