Bonjour Bonsoir

Bonjour Bonsoir sits inside the Alliance Française on Witthayu Road, a few steps from Lumpini Park and One Bangkok. It takes its cue from the cheap-and-cheerful Paris bouillons, with red banquettes, a lounge corner with garden views and a counter selling French groceries, wine and its own merchandise.

Brunch runs all day, with a French breakfast, croissant Benedict and pain perdu. From 11am the lunch menu moves into bistro territory: onion soup, leeks vinaigrette, eggs mimosa and escargots in parsley butter to start, then beef bourguignon, duck parmentier or grilled flank steak. Cheese and cold-cut platters suit sharing, and a short list of Thai rice dishes covers anyone who wants something local.

It works best for a weekday lunch near the embassies and offices, or a relaxed weekend brunch with children, who get their own menu. The set lunch at 490 baht covers a starter, main and soft drink, with wine or dessert as add-ons. Hours are daytime only, so check before planning dinner. Book through the website's online widget, or contact them on LINE for catering and private events.