Bawarchi Rooftop Indian Restaurant – Soi 11, Sukhumvit, Bangkok

My New Favorite Indian Spot with Sky-High Views

If you’re staying or wandering around Soi 11 (Bangkok’s unofficial Little India), you’ll quickly notice there are more than a dozen Indian restaurants packed into this one short street. But for me, Bawarchi Rooftop stands clearly above the rest — and it’s not even close.

Located on the 16th floor of the Solitaire Soi 11 Hotel at the very end of Soi 11, Bawarchi Rooftop offers something none of the street-level spots can match: spectacular panoramic views of Bangkok’s skyline, twinkling lights, and endless high-rises. You’re dining above the chaos, with a cool breeze and a front-row seat to the city’s night glow. It instantly elevates the experience from “good Indian food” to “memorable night out”.

The Food – Authentic & Flavor-Packed

The menu is extensive and full of dishes you don’t see everywhere, which immediately tells you this is proper Indian cooking rather than tourist-friendly versions. When I ordered Murgh Makhaniwala, the waitress smiled and said “OK, one Butter Chicken” — classic. It arrived rich, creamy, perfectly spiced, with that signature silky tomato-butter sauce clinging to tender chicken pieces. I skipped rice and went straight for garlic naan — fluffy, soft, and loaded with fresh garlic and butter. Perfect for scooping up every last drop.

They bring a complimentary sauce trio: mint chutney, sweet mango, and cooling yogurt — ideal for mixing and matching with your curry. I also added mango chutney (my usual), but this one was more pickled and tangy than the usual sweet version — strong and bold, almost too intense for me, but still authentic.

Portions are generous, flavors are deep and layered, and everything tasted freshly made. No shortcuts here.Price & ValueTotal for one main curry, garlic naan, mango chutney, and a couple of beers came to just over 1,500 THB (~A$65–70). Yes, it’s noticeably more expensive than the street-level Indian spots on Soi 11, but you’re paying for:

• The 16th-floor view
• Air-conditioned rooftop comfort
• Polished, friendly service
• Higher-quality ingredients and execution

For the experience, it’s absolutely worth it.

Practical Details

• Location: Level 16, Solitaire Soi 11 Hotel, end of Soi 11, Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok
• Opening Hours: Daily, typically 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM (check website for exact times)
• Website: https://bawarchiindian.com/
• Note: There is another Bawarchi outlet closer to Sukhumvit Road on the same soi — make sure you go to the Rooftop one at the hotel.

If you’re in Bangkok and love Indian food with a view, Bawarchi Rooftop is an easy must-try. It turned a simple curry night into something special. Highly recommended — especially if you can time it for sunset or early evening lights.

Check out these food articles:

• Top 20 Restaurants on Soi 11
• Cheap Eats Under 100 baht in Bangkok
• Krua Khun Puk Thai Restaurant – Cheap Eats
• Guide to Sukhumvit

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