Le Du Kaan redefines rooftop dining with Chef Ton’s Michelin star artistry, blending seasons, skyline views, and romance into one unforgettable Thai experience.
There’s something about Bangkok at night, the city unfurls like silk beneath an ornamented sky, a melange of gold lights and river glimmers. And perched atop this buzzing metropolis, on the 56th floor of The Empire, is where Le Du Kaan promises sparks. But not just the romance of skyline views or clinking wine glasses. It’s a love story of moments, a symphony between tradition and innovation, helmed by Michelin-starred chef Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn. Here, everyday staples like tom yum and mango sticky rice are reinvented, layered with unexpected flavour twists that surprise even the locals. The focus? The seasons, ‘Le Du Kaan’ literally translates to them in Thai. Every ingredient comes straight from Thailand’s farms and fishing villages, each plate telling a story about the land it came from.
MATCHLESS VIEWS
Then there’s the view. Step out onto the sprawling outdoor terrace, where Bangkok sprawls endlessly below and the Chao Phraya River gleams like a ribbon of silver. The air carries just enough warmth to make you linger, drink in hand, and the wine list itself is another masterpiece, rare bottles paired perfectly with the chef’s creations. Chef Ton isn’t just cooking here; he’s creating moments. Every bite pulls you into a conversation between tradition and creativity, and every glance at the skyline feels like a celebration. Dining at Le Du Kaan isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience that stays with you long after the last bite. And the story? It’s just beginning.
SKYLINE, SPICE,ROMANCE
Imagine this: It’s a golden hour at Bangkok’s first rooftop Thai restaurant, and the skyline shimmers like a jewellery box spilled open. Sample this; Soft rooftop jazz blends with the melody of a couple leaning closer. A ‘Mai Tai MahaNakhon,’ a flawless swirl of tropical Thai fruits caressed by the gentle flavour of native herbs, is beautifully made by a mixologist who has transformed shaking and stirring into performance art. It lies between them and is as bright and multi-layered as their narrative. Under Bangkok’s amber lit skies, romance, joy, and connection come to life at Le Du Kaan. Chef Ton, the culinary virtuoso behind the magic, Like he’s narrating an ancient Thai story in a new, contemporary language, the chef creatively reimagines classics. Every moment here feels carefully planned and almost dramatic, whether it’s a passionate romance developing over a shared plate of ‘green mango salad’ or toasting with mocktails that resemble jewels. Because at Le Du Kaan, life tastes better, elevated, vibrant, unforgettable.
FACTBOX
Where?: On the 56th floor of The Empire building, 1 S Sathon Rd, Yan Nawa, Sathon, Bangkok
Opening Hours: 11:30 – 14:30 for lunch and 17:30 – 01:00 for dinner, snacks and beverages
Call: +66 (0)2 4071 654
Website: Le Du Kaan
(Awarded the “Best food writer in the country” by the Indian culinary forum, WACS and the ministry of Tourism, Rupali Dean writes on food and travel.)
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