Meet Sorn, Bangkok’s newly crowned Michelin three-star marvel—a restaurant so coveted that it hides, almost shyly, inside a lovingly renovated Thai house on Sukhumvit 26, glowing like an ember at dusk. Chef Supaksorn “Ice” Jongsiri welcomes you with childhood memories in his pocket and haute-cuisine poetry on each plate. He still pounds spices by stone, yet when those spices reach the table they look like modern art, precise brushstrokes of color and texture. Every bite fuses fiery southern heritage with the sleek elegance of the capital, reminding diners that tradition and innovation can share the same heart.
Among the many dazzlers, one signature steals the show: Phuket lobster bathed in silky coconut curry, a sweet-heat masterpiece whose perfume alone could silence a room. On this visit, however, our mission stretched beyond pure tasting—we arrived with a lineup of premium Japanese sake, curious to see how these delicate brews would dance with Sorn’s bold Thai flavors.
The result? Magic. Over three unhurried, story-filled hours, the tasting course unfolded like a well-paced novel. Midway through, a family-style pot of jasmine rice landed at the table, inviting perfect strangers to lean in, pass the spoon, and share easy smiles. With each sip of sake, new spice notes surfaced: a melon-bright ginjo coaxed out hidden lemongrass; an umami-rich junmai echoed the depth of southern turmeric. Laughter bubbled up as diners compared discoveries, while Sorn’s team poured every glass with the kind of storyteller flair that makes education feel like play.
Seats here are scarce. Bookings drop online just once a month, and they disappear faster than Bangkok’s afternoon sun. If you want a chance, keep one eye on Sorn’s Instagram, click fast—then pray really hard. On the big night, leave early; Bangkok traffic can test even the calmest traveler. Slip past the garden gate and you’ll find teak beams, soft lights, and serene Thai art whispering around you. Before the first course arrives, servers present trays of fresh herbs tableside, inviting you to breathe in each aroma so that your senses are primed for the journey ahead.
Michelin’s three stars already beckon, but this new sake pairing elevates the experience further, unlocking facets of Thai flavor few have tasted before. Spread the word—Southern Thai cuisine and Japanese sake are soulmates, and Sorn is where their love story begins. Ready for the adventure? Reserve now, share this story with fellow food travelers, and let your palate collect its own stars.