JHOL Bangkok Review 2025: Top Coastal Indian Restaurant on Sukhumvit 18
Easily accessible from Asoke BTS Station, Chef Hari Nayak presents a culinary experience that excites the senses and redefines Indian cuisine. By blending Coastal Indian flavors with locally sourced Thai ingredients, JHOL embraces sustainability while offering a fresh perspective on traditional Indian dining.
This time, we returned to JHOL in the first week of March 2025 to celebrate their 5th anniversary and experience their newly curated food journey menu. Once again, we thoroughly enjoyed the exceptional food and service.
The Bar area
A casual set up, relax atmosphere, beautiful design restaurant is a perfect place for catch up with friends or a dinner with you loved one.
JHOL has redefined its menu to elevate the guest experience, reimagining coastal Indian cuisine with a thoughtful, sustainable, and modern dining approach.
The spices remain authentically Indian, staying true to the restaurant’s roots, the emphasis on Thai-sourced ingredients creates a harmonious fusion of flavors between the two cultures.
This philosophy not only enhances the dining experience but also supports local farmers, fishermen, and artisans, reinforcing JHOL’s commitment to the community.
The menu showcases the rich diversity of nine coastal Indian states—Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Goa in the west; Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh in the south; and Odisha and West Bengal in the east.
The globally renowned Chef Hari Nayak is the visionary behind JHOL’s acclaimed menu. A graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, Chef Hari is celebrated for his innovative culinary approach and as a prolific author of several best-selling cookbooks that have earned the admiration of avid cooks and culinary professionals worldwide.
His cookbooks, filled with his expertise and passion for Indian cuisine, have inspired kitchens across the globe, solidifying his reputation as a master of modern Indian gastronomy. Chef Hari’s ability to marry authenticity with contemporary creativity is the cornerstone of JHOL’s success, and his vision continues to shape how Indian cuisine is experienced in Thailand.
Supporting Chef Hari’s vision is JHOL’s esteemed Maître d’, Anirban Nandi, who has been at the helm of the restaurant’s operations since its inception. A consummate professional and expert in service, Anirban has pioneered the project in Thailand with a steadfast commitment to delivering quality.
His passion for hospitality, meticulous attention to detail, and warmth have made JHOL synonymous with impeccable service and exceptional guest experiences. Together, Chef Hari and Anirban have built a dining destination, which combines tradition, innovation and excellence in hospitality.
A selection of creative cocktails and a thoughtfully curated, progressive wine list are available for enthusiasts, with perfect pairings offered at reasonable prices.
