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Celebrating three Thai restaurants promoted from one to two Michelin stars in 2027, all also recognised in the Koktail Dining Guide 2027.
Anyone who has eaten their way around Thailand knows just how much the country has to offer. From local favourites and family-run eateries to creative fine dining, there’s always something worth discovering. Behind every memorable meal are people who bring their knowledge, passion and hard work into the kitchen and dining room, often over many years.
This year, the Michelin Guide Thailand 2027 added three more two-Michelin-star restaurants to the list, with the latest selections announced earlier this week. It’s a welcome opportunity to celebrate the chefs and teams behind these restaurants, whose dedication helps shape Thailand’s food scene and gives diners even more reasons to explore the country. Their recognition is also another reminder of why Thailand continues to draw food lovers from around the world.
Let’s meet the latest additions.
Blue by Alain Ducasse, Bangkok
Recently named Restaurant of the Year by the Koktail Dining Guide 2027, Blue by Alain Ducasse invites diners to experience French fine dining with a Peruvian touch. The restaurant is led by Executive Chef Evens López, who joined the team in 2025. Born and raised in Peru, López first developed his love of cooking around the family table, where food was a way to bring people together and create lasting memories. That early passion took him through some of the world’s acclaimed kitchens, including in Paris, Monaco, London and Milan, before bringing him to Bangkok.
Now inspired by the city’s energy and cultural mix, López brings his own experiences and perspective to Blue’s interpretation of French cuisine. His approach adds a Peruvian influence to the restaurant’s fine-dining experience, bringing together culinary traditions that have shaped his journey.
Mia, Bangkok
At Mia, dining is a shared passion for husband-and-wife team Top Russell and Michelle Goh. Together, they have created a two-storey restaurant that reflects their backgrounds, experiences and love of food, with hospitality at its heart. Top grew up between Phuket and London, while Michelle was raised on Borneo Island. Both trained in well-known kitchens, including Sketch under Pierre Gagnaire, Sühring in Bangkok and Rockpool in Sydney.
Today, the Asian culinary heritage shapes the direction of Mia’s menu, while European techniques guide the cooking. The result is a personal expression of the flavours and traditions that have shaped the couple. Chef Top’s approach to cooking also earned him a place on our 2024 Future List, in recognition of his contribution to Bangkok’s evolving dining scene.
Pru, Phuket
From Phuket’s first and only restaurant to receive one Michelin star to now holding two Michelin stars, Pru continues to put sustainability and community at the heart of its dining experience. Executive Chef and Co-owner Jimmy Ophorst focuses on local ingredients, renewable energy and Thai craftsmanship, with artisanal products featured throughout the restaurant.
The kitchen works closely with local farmers and suppliers, using ingredients from Phuket and nearby areas. Renewable energy is also part of the restaurant’s operations. Its focus on local culture carries through to the interiors, where Thai craftsmanship and products from local artisans feature throughout the space. These choices reflect Pru’s work with local producers and its commitment to supporting the community.
