Thailand Travel: Enjoy excellent Thai food and beer at Icon Siam Ros’niyom!

Introduction to Icon Siam and Ros’niyom: Bangkok’s food and shopping capital

Thailand is Southeast Asia’s leading tourism powerhouse, with the vibrant temples of Bangkok, the historical culture of Chiang Mai, and the beautiful beaches of Phuket drawing visitors from around the world. the country will attract approximately 39 million visitors in 2023 and is popular for its rich food culture. Icon Siam is a landmark luxury shopping mall on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok that opened in 2018 and attracts approximately 100,000 visitors a day. It offers fashion, dining, and entertainment, and features “Suk Siam,” Thailand’s largest floating market-style food court. Ros’niyom” is a popular Thai restaurant in Icon Siam, serving authentic Gapao rice and Pad Thai. For more information, please visit the official ICON Siam website. Tourism information on Thailand can be viewed at the Tourism Authority of Thailand, details on Bangkok can be viewed at the official Bangkok Tourism website, and the Chao Phraya River Ferry can be viewed at the official Chao Phraya Express website. On this trip, we enjoyed lunch at Ros’niyom and got a taste of Thailand.

The reason for lunch: authentic Thai cuisine at Icon Siam.

Planning a trip to Thailand with my family, we decided to have lunch at Icon Siam in Bangkok. Arriving at the Icon Siam pier via the Chao Phraya River ferry (150 baht for a day pass, about 600 yen), we were surprised by the luxury of the mall; we chose Ros’niyom because of its reputation for authentic Thai cuisine at affordable prices (300 to 500 baht per dish). According to our research, Ros’niyom is a favorite among locals and tourists alike for its modern twist on traditional flavors; tips: ferries depart every 15 minutes from Sathorn Pier, and visit around 11:00 am to avoid the crowds. This choice started our journey into Thai food culture.

The atmosphere of Ros’niyom: an oasis in a vibrant mall

Ros’niyom is located in the dining area on the 5th floor of Icon Siam and has an impressive modern and clean interior. The wood-grain tables and traditional Thai décor combine to create a relaxed atmosphere. According to our research, Icon Siam boasts more than 550 restaurants, and Ros’niyom offers English menus and Wi-Fi for tourists. For me, it was a relaxing family meal with a window seat and a view of the river; tips: enter the restaurant before 12:00 p.m. to secure a seat. If you have children, you can request a kid’s menu (about 200 baht). This space made the meal more enjoyable.

Delicious Thai food: Gapao rice, Pad Thai, Tom Yam Kung

We ordered Gapao Rice (350 baht, about 1,400 yen), Pad Thai (300 baht, about 1,200 yen), and Tom Yam Kung (450 baht, about 1,800 yen). The Gapao rice is exquisitely flavored with basil and spicy minced meat that matches the rice and suits the Japanese palate. The Pad Thai is superb with its sweet and sour tamarind sauce and plump shrimp. Tom Yam Kung is spicy and sour, with a stimulating flavor typical of Thailand. According to our research, Ros’niyom uses locally sourced ingredients and stays true to traditional recipes; a tip: if you don’t like spicy food, order “mai phet” (less spicy). Share and try more than one dish for a more satisfying experience. This dish showed me the depth of Thai flavors.

cooking	Price	feature	Tips
rice with gapao	350 baht (about 1,400 yen)	Spicy basil and minced meat	Request less spicy
pad thai	300 baht (about 1,200 yen)	Sweet and sour with shrimp	Squeeze the lime
tom yum goong (Thai soup dish)	450 baht (about 1,800 yen)	Spicy sourness	Order more water

Thai beers: Singha and Chang’s dry

We ordered Singha beer (150 baht, about 600 yen) and Chaan beer (140 baht, about 560 yen). Singha has a light bitterness and Chaan has a refreshing aftertaste, perfect for the Thai heat (32°C). According to research, Singha and Chaeng are the two largest beer brands in Thailand, with a market share of over 80%. Japan’s Asahi Super Dry (180 baht, about 720 yen) is also popular and served at restaurants in Icon Siam. In my case, I enjoyed Singha with Gapao rice and Chaan with Pad Thai; a tip: order the beer in a chilled glass for a more refreshing experience. For non-alcoholic, I recommend mango juice (120 baht). This beer made the meal more satisfying.

Asahi’s Penetration: Japanese Beer Presence

Asahi Super Dry is on the menu at Icon Siam, and it is very popular in Thailand. Research shows that Asahi has grown as an imported beer in Thailand, with a high percentage of urban restaurants offering it. In my case, my children responded to the Asahi logo, and we had a great conversation about Japan as a family.Tips: Asahi is slightly more expensive than Singha, so choose according to your budget. Alcohol levels are similar for Singha (5%), Chaing (5.2%), and Asahi (5%). This discovery added a surprising amount of fun to the trip.

Overall satisfaction: harmony of Thai food and beer

Lunch at Ros’niyom was a memorable experience with the delicious Gapao rice, Pad Thai, Tom Yum Kung and the exhilarating Singha and Chaeng. The bustling crowd and river views of Icon Siam are also appealing. Next time, I would like to try the food court at Suk Siam; as a tip, a budget of 2,500 baht per person is sufficient. Note: This information is based on personal experience; tastes and environment vary depending on the time of year.

Private Wisdom-like Summary

Lunch at Ros’niyom is a hearty meal of Thai flavors and beer. My personal wisdom is that the key is to take the ferry to Icon Siam and share the food with less spiciness. The breeze of the Chao Phraya River and the authentic flavors quietly teach you the richness of travel.