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Constantly evolving and reinventing itself, Bangkok<\/a> is the Asian city that really never sleeps. Thankfully, a new mix of on-trend cafes, restaurants and bars are keeping locals and visitors fed and watered no matter what time of day or night. Here\u2019s where the hip crowd are hanging out in the Thai capital.<\/p>\n

Fine-dining French fare: Water Library at Central Embassy<\/a><\/h2>\n

Transporting diners to the 1920s, this elegant Parisian brasserie is the latest \u2013 and much anticipated \u2013 addition to the popular Water Library family. With exterior flourishes that resemble the Eiffel Tower, and a sumptuous red-and-gold interior, this restaurant encourages decadence \u2013 might we suggest a few glass of French champagne? The evening a la carte menu has won a loyal following, thanks to flawlessly executed classic dishes, think duck confit and beef tartare, but it\u2019s the brunch menu\u2019s comfort food that really has people talking. Drag yourself out of bed and tuck into a guaranteed hangover cure in the form of sweet-savoury French toast and eggs Benedict with lashings of creamy hollandaise sauce.\u00a0Level 5, Central Embassy, 1031 Ploenchit Road<\/em><\/p>\n

Barbecue and blues: Smokin\u2019 Pug<\/a><\/h2>\n

The husband and wife team who introduced Southern American low-and-slow grilled meats to the good people of Chengdu back in 2011 with the Lazy Pug have now brought their signature smoky flavours and sultry blues soundtrack to Sala Daeng. You only have to take a look at the rooftop barbecues at Smokin\u2019 Pug to see these guys know their craft. Wash down buffalo wings, spare ribs and pulled pork sandwiches with US-sourced craft beers, and keep an eye out for live music performances.\u00a088 Surawong Road<\/em><\/p>\n

Hot new hangout: The Jam Factory<\/a><\/h2>\n

The breathtaking creation of Thai architect Khun Duangrit Bannag, culture vultures and food fanatics have been flocking to this converted warehouse in droves, which now comprises an art gallery, furniture showroom, bookstore and The Never Ending Summer \u2013 a delicious Thai restaurant set in the building\u2019s industrial loft-style space. Take a ferry to the Thonburi side of Chao Phraya River and you\u2019ll be rewarded with some seriously stylish surrounds \u2013 think exposed brick walls, soaring wooden-beamed ceilings and various light-flooded seating spaces \u2013 not to mention spectacular sunset views, too. Order a modern take on traditional dishes from the open kitchen, such as moo sarong<\/em> (pork stuffed with salted egg and wrapped in egg noodles), and settle in for the evening. 41\/1-5 Charoen Nakorn Road<\/em>
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Retro Parisian chic: Smalls<\/a><\/h2>\n

Suan Phlu is Bangkok\u2019s hottest up-and-coming neighbourhood, especially since this must-visit drinking den opened its doors. Thought up by bar aficionada David Jacobson \u2013 the professional photographer turned publican who opening the legendary Q Bar on Sukhumvit Soi 11 almost 20 years ago \u2013 the three-storey interior is stuffed with vintage furniture and eye-catching arty flourishes. Set up in one of the intimate speakeasy-style spaces or head for the rooftop terrace where DJ sets and live music performances get the party started on a regular basis. In keeping with the French boudoir feel of some rooms, expect to find yourself sipping absinthe and shucking oysters until the wee small hours.\u00a0186\/3 Suan Phlu Soi 1<\/em><\/p>\n

The future\u2019s bright: Namsaah Bottling Trust<\/a><\/h2>\n

Aside from the outrageously bright pink exterior of this early 20th century grand villa, Namsaah is attracting some serious attention, and with former Iron Chef star Ian Kittichai at the helm it\u2019s easy to understand why this stylish gastro-pub is proving to be so popular. Start off on classic cocktails with an Asian twist \u2013 like bourbon muddled with watermelon and Kaffir lime leaves \u2013 and order share plates in order to sample as much of the a la carte menu as possible. Previous lives have seen the house serve as a residence of a royal aide-de-camp and a soda company\u2019s bottling office (the name \u2018namsaah\u2019 means sparkling water), but today\u2019s incarnation is by far the tastiest \u2013 be sure to grab the signature salmon tartare wonton tacos, Chang Mai sausage hotdog and phad Thai cooked with foie gras before they sell out.\u00a0401 Silom Soi 7<\/em><\/p>\n

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