Vilas
One word, two meanings
วิลาศ; from Europe, from other lands
วิลาส; charm and beauty

Art, new innovations, classic Thai taste

Vilas Restaurant, located in Velaa Sindhorn Village, Bangkok, offers a unique dining experience that reimagines traditional Thai cuisine by blending new world ingredients with ancient cooking techniques. The restaurant draws inspiration from King Chulalongkorn's 1897 journey to Europe, during which Thai culinary traditions were enriched with exotic ingredients and cooking methods from abroad. This historical fusion is reflected in Vilas's intriguing menu, which combines exclusive ingredients from other lands with those from Thailand.

The dining space at Vilas emanates the elegance of a sophisticated Thai lady, gracefully blending tradition with contemporary charm. The walls come alive with a mix of vibrant artistic paintings, adding a touch of cultural richness and a little fun to the ambiance. A long, olive green sofa stretches across the dining area adorned with blush pink pillows, along with handmade pink tables. The setting pays homage to Monet’s iconic lotus pond landscapes, where art, nature, and culinary artistry seamlessly converge to create a warm and comforting dining experience.

VILAS's Neo-Thai cuisine is a modern interpretation of traditional Thai cuisine that blends contemporary techniques, global influences, and high-quality ingredients while preserving the essence of Thai flavors. All menus are carefully crafted by Chef Prin Polsuk of Samrub Samrub Thai and Chef Bank Worapot Tansakul.

The seasonal menu at Vilas takes inspiration from different regions of Thailand, showcasing the diverse culinary traditions of various ethnic communities and the wisdom passed down through generations. Dishes highlight unique flavors, such as Black Relish of Prickly Ash, served with grilled beef and black sticky rice bread, a specialty from the Tai-Dam ethnic minority in Phetchaburi. Another highlight is the Shan-style Tomato Relish with Red Prawn, inspired by the Shan morning tradition of enjoying Khao Ram Fuen for breakfast.

The menu also features an array of signature small bites, including Crab Relish with Bitter Gourd Cracker and Fish Roe, as well as Lohn Pla Kem Kanom Krok—a crispy rice crepe filled with coconut cream relish and anchovies, a dish rooted in Central Thai cuisine.

For dessert, the meal ends with a creative take on the beloved Thai street snack, Kanom Bueng. This delicate treat is reimagined as a towering millefeuille, layered with rich, locally sourced dark palm sugar, offering a savory sweet and memorable finish to the dining experience.