Experience Authentic French Cuisine at Michelin-Starred Maison Dunand in Bangkok – Meet World-renowned Chef Arnaud Dunand

Today I will introduce you to the Michelin-starred Maison Dunand,

located on Sathorn Soi 10 (also known as Soi Sueksa Witthaya).

Sathorn Soi 10 has recently become a hot spot with the opening of many restaurants.

It is close to the business district, so it is crowded with people every day.

Maison Dunand was opened by Chef Arnaud Dunand,

the former chef of Le Normandie, a French restaurant in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel.

Let me introduce you to the restaurant.

Bangkok’s Michelin Starred Maison Dunand: Discover the Allure

Chef Arnaud Dunand is a master of French cuisine from the Savoie region of France

and a leading figure in Bangkok’s restaurant scene.

Chef Arnaud Dunand’s passion for cooking began at an early age,

and his culinary journey began when he was given the opportunity to work

in some of the world’s most renowned kitchens.

In 2012, he led the kitchen at Le Normandie in Bangkok,

where he combined traditional French cooking techniques

with the finest ingredients to earn the restaurant two Michelin stars.

Experience Luxury at Maison Dunand: Bangkok’s Premier French Restaurant Interior and Ambiance

Maison Dunand is a house restaurant in harmony with nature,

overlooking the bustling Sathorn Soi 10.

On the premises are Maison Dunand, the one Michelin-starred restaurant

I will introduce to you today, and Alpea Bistro, a casual dining restaurant.

When you enter the entrance, you will see Alpea Bistro in front of you.

Continue to the back and you will find Maison Dunand, today’s destination.

Although the area around the restaurant is a business district with many skyscrapers,

when I enter Maison Dunand, I feel like I’ve been invited to someone’s home.

The name of the restaurant is “Maison Dunand” (=Dunand’s house),

so I feel like I am being entertained in Chef Dunand’s home.

The restaurant is not glamorous, but it has a neat and tidy beauty.

Once inside Maison Dunand, the beauty of the interior is enhanced by the soft lighting,

the warmth of the wood, and the large, bright windows.

As I sit down and look around, the beauty is even greater

and my heart is racing for the gastronomic journey I am about to experience.

Comprehensive Review and Ratings of Maison Dunand: Michelin-Starred Excellence in Bangkok

World-renowned Chef Arnaud Dunand: The Unique French Culinary Journey at Maison Dunand

Maison Dunand offers creative cuisine that stays true to

his Savoie roots while incorporating inspiration from his travels around the world.

His dishes emphasize the seasonality of ingredients,

respect for terroir, and experimentation with ingredient combinations.

He highlights local producers in Northern Thailand as well as small,

sustainable producers in Japan and France through his cuisine,

respecting the pure flavors of the ingredients.

At Maison Dunand, Chef Arnaud Dunand combines culinary fundamentals

and philosophy to present his cuisine in a sophisticated and accessible way.

Each dish has its own story, each ingredient has its own place and “raison d’etre”,

and each flavor is precisely calculated to create harmony and balance in the mouth.

It is truly magical!

A Taste of the Stars: Food Review of Michelin-Rated Maison Dunand

This time we visited during dinner time.

There are two types of dinners: a 7 course meal (4,900 THB)

and a 10 course meal (7,900 THB).

The menu is titled “Racines et Voyages” (Roots and Journeys),

suggesting that the upcoming meal is a journey.

In addition, the menu is said to change every month.

The 7 course meal excludes the “spoon symbol” on the menu,

while the 10 course meal includes all the dishes shown on the menu.

We had the 7 course because we were unsure of the amount

and seasoning and I am not a fan of cheese.

Wine pairings are also available for the dishes.

Wine pairings are available in 4 glasses (3,200 THB) and 6 glasses (4,900 THB).

My husband was the only one who ordered the wine pairing as I am not a drinker these days.

A while after we were seated, the amuse-bouche came out.

As soon as it was placed on the table,

I smelled the familiar “soy sauce” smell that Japanese people are accustomed to.

Finally, our Voyage has begins.

The first is “Ratatouille, Eel, Nettles”.

They served hot food is served hot,

and room temperature food is served at room temperature.

The warmth of the dish is simple yet elegant.

The dish has a good balance of sweetness, saltiness and acidity.

Next is “Basil, Goat Cheese”.

The rich flavor of goat’s milk is accented with basil.

Both goat’s milk and basil have their own unique flavors,

but they seem to respect and enhance each other’s individuality.

Bread is served with the meal and is homemade.

The butter is also homemade.

The butter of the day was unique, with a salty flavor,

a tomato flavor, and one with seaweed.

It is my personal belief that the better the quality of the butter,

the faster it melts, and Maison Dunan’s butter melted well.

Of course, I had them all.

The third dish is “Brittany Crab, Tagete”.

Brittany, located in the northwestern part of France, is famous for its fresh seafood.

This beautiful dish is made with one of Brittany’s specialties, brown crab.

The dish is designed as a flower garden, with seasonal flowers adding color.

My husband liked this dish the best out of the seven he had.

The fourth dish is “Oyster, Anis”.

The oysters are from Utah, France.

The anis sauce fills the mouth with the dashi broth that is so familiar to the Japanese.

The fifth dish is “Wild caught Cod, Tomato”.

It has a slightly spicy tomato flavor that refreshes the cod fat.

The red color on the right is “Momiji Oroshi (Grated Daikon Radish and Red Chili Peppers),”

a Japanese soup stock that gives the dish a Japanese flavor.

I was surprised to find that tomatoes and dashi go well together.

The sixth dish is “Mushroom, Yellow Wine”.

It is a large ravioli, but inside there are numerous mushrooms.

The aroma of truffles, including poccini mushrooms, permeates the entire dish.

The main course was “Beef Short Rib, Artichoke”.

There were two choices of main course, “Pigeon, Rocket”,

but my husband and I chose the beef.

The beef comes from Australia.

It was cooked at low temperature for 5 hours

and was so tender that it did not need a knife.

The subtle bitterness of the artichokes combines with the beef to mellow the flavor.

Our Voyage ended here and we were served a sorbet to refresh our palates before dessert.

The sorbet of the day was “Gin and Tonic and Cherry”.

The sweetness is quite restrained

and the mouth is refreshed by the eye-opening acidity and gin and tonic.

I am not a big fan of sweets and I thought this was the dessert of the day.

While we were waiting for our meal to be over, dessert arrived.

It was a bright looking “Strawberry, Buckwheat”.

The slightly sweet ice cream has the sweetness and tartness of strawberries

and the flavor of buckwheat flour.

I have had buckwheat crepes in the past,

but I have never had ice cream flavored with buckwheat flour,

so this was a new experience for me.

Thus, as we had having our last cup of coffee, the petit fours arrived.

It came in a pretty wooden bowl and was beautiful to look at.

Since we were full,

we took it home and enjoyed it with our spouses at coffee time the next day.

Thus ended my “Racines et Voyages” and I went home happy.

What to Wear to Maison Dunand: Your Guide to Bangkok’s Michelin Restaurant Dress Code

There does not seem to be a specific dress code,

but I think smart casual is a good idea out of respect for the restaurant.

When I visited, men wore jackets

and many women were dressed in glamorous yet sophisticated attire.

Maison Dunand Pricing: Your Budget Guide to Dining at a Michelin-Starred Restaurant

Lunch is 2,600 THB for 6 courses.

Wine pairing is 1,400 THB for 2 glasses.

Dinner is available in two types:

7 courses (4,900 THB) and 10 courses (7,900 THB).

There are also two types of wine pairings:

4 glasses (3,200 THB) and 6 glasses (4,900 THB).

There is no a la carte service.

VAT 7% and service charge of 10% will be added.

Maison Dunand’s Strengths and Weaknesses: An In-Depth Look

Unforgettable Experiences at Maison Dunand: The Charm of Dining at a Michelin-Starred Restaurant

Chef Arnaud Dunand, owner and Michelin-starred chef, cook for you.

All dishes are elaborate, delicious and beautiful.

You can feel the atmosphere of different countries through the food.

Inspire your creativity through food.

They are open for lunch.

The service is refined and pleasant.

The atmosphere is relaxed, as if you were invited to Chef Dunand’s villa.

Valet parking is available.

Close to BTS station.

Precautions for Your Maison Dunand Visit: Essential Tip

The prices are a little bit high, so I would like to go there, but not very often.

The Ultimate Review of Maison Dunand: Enjoying a Michelin-Starred French Meal in Bangkok

Today I’m pleased to introduce you to the one Michelin star Maison Dunand on Sathorn Soi 10.

True to his roots in his hometown of Savoie, France,

Chef Dunand takes us on a journey with his creative cuisine

inspired by his travels around the world.

The “wind” of different countries in our mouths was a fun and exciting experience.

I can’t have a Michelin-starred meal every day,

so next time I’ll try Alpea Bistro, a casual restaurant on the same grounds.

Getting to Maison Dunand: Navigating to Bangkok’s Sathorn Soi 10 (Soi Sueksa Witthaya)

Address：55 Soi Sueksa Witthaya, Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500