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Thailand's culinary scene has gained significant recognition from the prestigious Michelin Guide in recent years. Here are some key highlights about Michelin-rated restaurants and dishes in Thailand:

Michelin Guide Thailand 2024

The latest Michelin Guide Thailand 2024 features a total of 447 eateries across the country:

• 7 restaurants with two Michelin stars
• 28 restaurants with one Michelin star
• 196 Bib Gourmand establishments
• 216 Michelin Selected venues

New additions for 2024 include restaurants in Koh Samui and Surat Thani mainland, expanding the guide's coverage.

Notable Michelin-Starred Restaurants

Some of the top Michelin-starred restaurants in Thailand include:

• Sorn (Two Stars): Offers a 22-course fine dining experience featuring Southern Thai cuisine
• Baan Tepa (Two Stars): Farm-to-table contemporary Thai tasting menu 
• Gaa (Two Stars): Contemporary Indian cuisine combining traditional and modern techniques
• Jay Fai (One Star): Famous street food stall known for crab omelette and dry tom yum goong

Michelin-Recommended Thai Dishes

MICHELIN inspectors have highlighted several standout Thai dishes from their experiences:

• Khanom chin sao nam at Wana Yook
• Grilled frog salad with young mangosteen at Samrub Samrub Thai
• Thai crispy pancakes (khanom bueang) at Baan Suriyasai
• Yellow curry of sea bass with coconut shoots at Naam Yoi

Street Food Recognition

The Michelin Guide has embraced Thailand's renowned street food scene:

• Jay Fai became the first street food vendor in Thailand to receive a Michelin star in 2018
• 28 street food establishments are included in the latest guide

Culinary Diversity

The Michelin Guide highlights the diversity of Thailand's culinary landscape, featuring:

• Traditional Thai cuisine
• Contemporary Thai interpretations
• International cuisines like Indian, French, and European
• Regional specialties from Southern Thailand, Isaan, etc.

Sustainable Gastronomy

The guide also recognizes sustainable practices, awarding Michelin Green Stars to restaurants like J'AIME by Jean-Michel Lorain for their eco-friendly initiatives.

Thailand's Michelin-rated culinary scene continues to evolve, showcasing both traditional flavors and innovative approaches while gaining international recognition for its world-class dining experiences.

Restaurant Name	Star Rating	Must-Try Dish	Dish Description
Sorn	2	Gems on Crab Stick16	Gems on Crab Stick consists of blue swimmer crab leg and roe combined with a spicy yellow chili paste, making it a luxurious showcase of the best parts of crab. This dish is known for its freshness and flavor, embodying the essence of fine Southern Thai cuisine, utilizing exceptional ingredients sourced from Surat Thani.17
Mezzaluna	2	Exceptional Murakami wagyu beef19	The Exceptional Murakami wagyu beef is sourced from top-quality calves raised on rice, straw, and hay. It's renowned for its marbling and melt-in-your-mouth texture, prepared with careful attention to showcase its natural flavors, embodying Chef Ryuki's philosophy of utilizing the finest ingredients innovatively.19
R-Haan	2	Coconut and Galangal Cream Cappuccino with Squid Ink21	This dish is a unique reinterpretation of traditional Thai flavors, combining coconut cream and galangal in a creamy cappuccino form, enhanced with squid ink to add depth and sophisticated presentation.22
Sühring	2	Spatzle egg noodle with mountain cheese and anis mushroom24	The handmade German-style ‘Spatzle’ egg noodle is cooked with mountain cheese and anis mushroom, creating a refined dish that reflects German culinary traditions with modern influences.24
Chef's Table	2	Challans Duck Breast26	Challans Duck Breast served with Turnip “Tatin” is known for its exquisite preparation, with a tangy reduction that highlights the duck's rich flavors, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to culinary precision and quality ingredients.26
Gaa	2	The 'Tandoori Story' durian, roselle saag, bread and pickles28	This dish features a creamy mix of durian blended with a thick, hot spiced sauce, served with freshly made roti brushed with ghee and complemented by refined saag. The combination is noted for its originality and depth of flavor, making it a memorable finale to the tasting menu.28
Baan Tepa	2	Black squid ink 'Dong Dang' noodles with lemongrass28	The dish features a deep, dark, glossy black color and complexity in flavor where the firm noodles are complemented by finely sliced lemongrass that adds a hint of citrus balancing the richness of the squid ink, showcasing impressive cooking technique.28
Jay Fai	1	Crab Omelette30	The crab omelette is characterized by its crispy, golden-brown exterior with generous, succulent crab meat inside. Jay Fai prepares it using high-quality crab, cooked in a hot oil over charcoal, resulting in a dish that is not only visually impressive but also rich in flavor. The use of fresh ingredients and traditional techniques showcases the essence of Thai street food, making it a must-try.31
Signature	1	Wagyu Beef Sirloin32	The Wagyu Beef Sirloin is celebrated for its exceptional quality and flavor, embodying the culinary excellence Signature is known for. It exemplifies a high standard in preparation and presentation, showcasing the restaurant's dedication to fine dining.32
Nahm	1	Crab Omelette33	The crab omelette is made with blue swimmer crab and features a complex interplay of flavors, with a crispy texture and a balance of sweet and savory, showcasing the essence of traditional Thai cuisine with a modern twist.34
IGNIV	2	Sharing Degustation Menu36	A unique dining experience featuring a variety of innovative dishes designed for sharing. The menu emphasizes communal dining, with a selection of up to 30 different small dishes that allow guests to explore a range of flavors and textures, highlighting both Swiss and local ingredients, and presented in a playful manner.35
Chim by Siam Wisdom	1	Grilled scallops37	The plump and buttery sweet scallop was grilled to perfection and presented on a scallop shell accompanied by white coconut milk foam and chilli paste, expertly blended with chopped peanuts, pomelo, and herbs. A subtle coconut milk aroma wafted from the foam, and the judicious amount of chilli paste, complemented by a slight sour note from pomelo, combined with fruity freshness, delivered the perfect finish.37
Haoma	1	Crab Curry39	The Crab Curry at Haoma is prepared with sustainable ingredients sourced from the restaurant's own urban farm. It is recognized for its rich flavors and beautiful presentation, showcasing a fusion of Indian and Thai culinary techniques.39
Saneh Jaan	1	Pomelo salad with crispy shrimp and minced pork40	The Pomelo salad features generous chunks of pomelo, crispy shrimp, and minced pork, offering a delightful balance of flavors. It's noted for its refreshing taste and modern presentation, making it a memorable dish at Saneh Jaan.40
Sushi Masato	1	Manao Roll41	The Manao Roll features creamy ankimo (monkfish liver) and toro, known for its freshness and excellence in preparation by Chef Masato. It's a perfect representation of the omakase dinig experience at Sushi Masato, emphasizing quality ingredients and thoughtful execution.42
Aksorn	1	Pork Crackling with Fish Sauce33	The Pork Crackling with Fish Sauce features crispy pork paired with a zesty, flavorful fish sauce, showcasing traditional Thai cooking methods and ingredients that reflect the restaurant's homage to Thailand's culinary heritage.33
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80/20	1	Herb salad with wild local vegetables, smoked fish, and rice45
Cadence by Dan Bark	1	Kagoshima Wagyu tartare47	This dish is a highlight of the 15-course menu, showcasing high-quality ingredients and innovative presentation, reflecting Chef Dan Bark's personal and progressive American cuisine style, marrying Western and Asian flavors.48
Khao Ekkamai	1	Lamb Shank in Massaman Curry49	This dish features a tender lamb shank cooked in a rich and aromatic massaman curry, combining a nuanced blend of spices and premium ingredients that provide an unforgettable flavor experience.49
Elements by Ciel Bleu	1	Akita Wagyu51	The Akita Wagyu showcases succulent marbled Japanese beef grilled to perfection, representing a high-quality dish that exemplifies the restaurant's dedication to culinary excellence.51
Potong	1	Aged Duck Breast52	The aged duck breast is a highlight of Potong's progressive tasting menu, celebrated for its unique preparation style that integrates both Thai and Chinese culinary techniques. The dish is a result of Chef Pam's homage to her family heritage and is part of a larger narrative woven throughout the course offerings.52
Pru	1	Smoked Abalone with Duck Egg54	This dish features Phuket abalone, which is rare to find in Thailand, prepared with a delicate smoking technique complemented by a rich duck egg, showcasing the unique local produce and Chef Jimmy Ophorst's contemporary cooking style.54
Côte by Mauro Colagreco	1	Lamb saddle with Swiss chard, artichokes, and lavender56	This dish is visually pleasing and combines flavors that highlight the use of Swiss chard and artichokes, accentuated with lavender for a unique herbal aroma. It's presented elegantly, showcasing the chef's attention to detail and culinary creativity.56
Maison Dunand	1	Foie Gras Mitteault, Raspberry, Garden Pea58	This dish is celebrated for its incredible flavors, featuring a beautiful combination of foie gras with raspberry and garden peas, presenting a refined culinary experience.58
Le Normandie by Alain Roux	2	pan-fried Canadian lobster medallion60	The pan-fried Canadian lobster medallion is known for its exquisite flavor and elegant presentation, highlighting the high-quality ingredients and refined techniques characteristic of classic French cuisine (source 24).60
Suan Thip	1	Stir-fried crispy catfish with curry61	The dish strikes the perfect balance of textures with dry curry paste, kaffir lime chiffonade, and is complemented by betal leaf wraps with pink lotus petals and a superb Miang Kum sauce, delivering a citrus aroma and a vibrant mix of flavors.61
Blue by Alain Ducasse	1	Alaskan King Crab with pomelo and bitter almond63
Le Du	1	Ant Larvae with Seasonal Flowers and Green Herbs64	This unique dish features ant larvae combined with seasonal flowers and green herbs, highlighting the restaurant's commitment to utilizing local and sustainably sourced ingredients, while presenting a modern twist on traditional Thai flavors.65
Inddee	1	Scallops28	A scallop tartare served in a pool of inji puli, a ginger and tamarind sauce native to the region of Kerala, highlighting unique regional flavors and preparation styles.67

Here are some must-try dishes at Michelin-starred restaurants in Thailand:

1. Gems on Crab Stick at Sorn (2 stars): Features blue swimmer crab leg and roe combined with spicy yellow chili paste, showcasing fine Southern Thai cuisine.
2. The 'Tandoori Story' durian dish at Gaa (2 stars): A creamy mix of durian blended with a thick, hot spiced sauce, served with freshly made roti.
3. Crab Omelette at Jay Fai (1 star): A crispy, golden-brown omelette filled with generous amounts of succulent crab meat.
4. Black squid ink 'Dong Dang' noodles with lemongrass at Baan Tepa (2 stars): Features deep black noodles complemented by finely sliced lemongrass7.
5. Scallop dish at INDDEE (1 star): A scallop tartare served with inji puli, a ginger and tamarind sauce from Kerala.
6. North Sea crab, ajo blanco, grapes at Mia (1 star): Features a finely crafted ring of crab with ajo blanco made from tapioca.
7. Sand whiting fish tempura at Resonance (1 star): Skillfully cooked tempura-style fish with plum purée.
8. Lamb Shank in Massaman Curry at Khao Ekkamai (1 star): A tender lamb shank cooked in a rich and aromatic massaman curry.
9. Aged Duck Breast at Potong (1 star): Part of a progressive tasting menu integrating Thai and Chinese culinary techniques.
10. Smoked Abalone with Duck Egg at Pru (1 star): Features rare Phuket abalone prepared with a delicate smoking technique.

You may refer to the table provided in the search results for more details on these restaurants and dishes. Remember that menus may change seasonally at many of these high-end establishments.

Michelin-starred Thai restaurant With The Most Innovative Dishes

Based on the information provided, several Michelin-starred Thai restaurants in Bangkok stand out for their innovative approaches to Thai cuisine:

1. Baan Tepa (2 Michelin stars): Chef Chudaree 'Tam' Debhakam offers a contemporary Thai tasting menu using seasonal ingredients from sustainable producers and the restaurant's own backyard. Her farm-to-table philosophy and skillful, detailed cooking push the boundaries of modern Thai cuisine.
2. Gaa (2 Michelin stars): Chef Garima Arora combines old-school cooking with modern techniques and presentation. The restaurant is known for its assured and skillful dishes featuring finely judged spicing, extraordinary flavor combinations, and contrasts in texture and temperature.
3. NAWA (1 Michelin star): This Thai contemporary restaurant embraces innovation, using modern techniques to produce central Thai cuisine with authentic yet bold flavors. They offer a seasonal tasting menu of finger food, small bites, and modified versions of main courses.
4. Samrub Samrub Thai (1 Michelin star): Offering a truly original tasting menu that changes bi-monthly, this restaurant reproduces ancient Thai recipes to trace culinary history while crafting complex flavor combinations.
5. Wana Yook (1 Michelin star): The restaurant offers an innovative seasonal tasting menu inspired by "Khao Gaeng" (rice topped with curry). Every course features flavorsome Thai contemporary dishes with rice from different regions of Thailand.

Among these, Baan Tepa and Gaa stand out for their rapid ascent to two Michelin stars and their chefs' innovative approaches to Thai cuisine. However, each restaurant offers a unique take on modern Thai cooking, pushing the boundaries of traditional flavors and techniques in their own way.