10 Riverside Places to Chill Out
10 Riverside Places to Chill Out
With the Chao Phraya river flowing through the heart of the city, Bangkok offers a unique and unforgettable dining and wining experience along this scenic river route. Today, Elephant Go Go invites you to wind down and relax at one of our top 10 riverside places.
1. River Vibe Restaurant & Bar
The culturally diverse community of Talad Noi is home to the charming rooftop restaurant at the River View Guest House.
River View Guest House is a Thai restaurant with an outdoor zone and a 360 degree view of the Chao Phraya river. The outdoor zone has a loungy sofa and a good breeze from the river. The restaurant is also recommended on the Lonely Planet guide book.
Hours: 7.30 – 23.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Wat Traimitr stop on the Red Route (5) or Blue Route (4)
2. Supanniga Eating Room x Roots Coffee
Supanniga is a premier Thai restaurant in Bangkok, known for its authentic cuisine and classic decor. The branch next to the Chao Phraya river is even more exceptional.
Supanniga Eating Room x Roots Coffee is a collaboration with the famous Roots Coffee cafe and features special coffee menu, Thai style.
Hours: 11.30 – 20.30
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go on the Red Route, Wat Pho stop (10)
3. Sala Rattanakosin
If you are looking for a romantic night out, Sala Rattanakosin offers a breathtaking view over Chao Phraya river, best enjoyed during sunset.
Sala Rattanakosin is situated on the west side of Chao Phraya river, directly opposite Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). You can choose from the outdoor restaurant “Eatery and Bar” or the rooftop “The Roof”. With its strategic location, you are sure to get the perfect view of the river and Wat Arun.
Elephant Go Go recommends you to arrive a little early to enjoy the sunset and continue through the night. The beautifully lit temple of dawn against the orange sky is surely a picture perfect scene that is hard to forget.
Hours: Eatery and Bar: 7.00 – 10.30, 11.00 – 16.30 and 17.30 – 22.30. The Roof: 16.00 – 24.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Red Route, Wat Pho stop (10)
4. Sheepshank Public House
Sheepshank Public House is housed in an old shipyard, which has been converted to this interesting restaurant. The decor centres around the ships and the ocean and most of the items on the menu is seafood.
If you are looking for a fun and unique place with a river view, Sheepshank is a great option.
Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 18.00 – 24.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Red Route, Pom Phra Sumen stop (14)
5. Jack’s Bar
This small and casual bar has a great river view, without breaking your bank. It is often regarded as the cheapest riverside bar in Bangkok.
Jack’s Bar is a compact outdoor bar, with capacity of about 20 seats. There is no reservation and it works on a first come first serve basis. Order your drinks with a side of simple stir-fry dishes. Jack’s Bar is a riverside hidden gem, not to be missed!
Hours: 11.00 – 01.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Blue Route, Peninsula Hotel stop (13)
6. Mei Jiang
Mei Jiang in Chinese means beautiful river, which is exactly what you get when visiting this Cantonese restaurant in the Peninsula Hotel.
The Peninsula hotel is world-renowned for its Chinese food. The food at Mei Jiang is prepared by experienced chefs from Hong Kong. Enjoy excellent Chinese food while admiring the hotel garden view and the Chao Phraya river is a true dining pleasure!
Hours: 11.30 – 14.30 and 18.00 – 22.30
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Blue Route, Peninsula Hotel stop (13)
7. Viva & Aviv The River
Quench your thirst and ease the Bangkok heat at this chilled out riverside cafe and bar, Viva & Aviv The River.
Viva & Aviv The River gives out a relaxed vibe with the river breeze and chilled out music. The food is fusion with items such as Tom Yum Kung pizza or Isaan style carbonara.
There is also a rotating DJ, spinning the latest beats, guaranteed to give you a fun and lively day or night out by the Chao Phraya river.
Hours: 11.00 – 24.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Blue Route, River City stop (3)
8. Woodbrook Bangkok
Escape from the heat in the serenity of wind, sky and river at this centrally located cafe, Woodbrook Bangkok.
Woodbrook Bangkok is located in a historical Chinese neighbourhood which used to be the commercial center of Bangkok. However, upon entering Woodbrook, you will feel relaxed with its simple decor and nature-inspired furnitures.
The highlight of this cafe is the spacious balcony, where you can sip your choice of refreshing beverages on bean bags and forget all about the Bangkok heat.
Hours: Daily 10.00 – 19.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Red Route, Yaowarat stop (6)
9. 342 Bar
If you are looking for a place with a panoramic view of the Chao Phraya river, head to 342 Bar where you will be able to take in the grandeur of his important river in Bangkok.
342 Bar is located on the rooftop of 5 floor hotel. Aside from an unbeatable view of the Chao Phraya river, the bar offers delicious food and speciality cocktails. Dining with the Chao Phraya view under the sky is a memory to be treasured.
Hours: Daily, 16.00 – 24.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Blue Route, Wang Lang stop (9)
10. Supatra River House
Bangkok has been a capital of Thailand for 237 years and if you are looking for a place to step back into time and get a taste of ancient Thai recipes, head to Supatra River House.
The restaurant retains the old Rattanakosin style house, where the indoor zone is a traditional Thai wooden house and the outdoor zone is a Sala overlooking the river. From here, you get an obstructed view of the Grand Palace. The recipes are traditional and most are original recipes from early Rattanakosin period.
Hours: Daily 11.30 – 14.30. and 17.30 – 23.00
Accessibility: Elephant Go Go Blue Route, Wang Lang market stop (9)
