Review Weekend Brunch: Namsu Bangkok – A Taste of Shan
A great spot not far from Chinatown, perfect for a weekend escape to soak up the local vibe and enjoy the brand-new weekend brunch at the city’s only Shan & Sake Bar.
Namsu Shan Cuisine & Sake Bar is a new restaurant that is truly a gem — with charming surroundings, beautiful décor, and countless stories woven into its retro theme.
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Namsu is a bold dining concept celebrating the soulful cuisine and cultural complexity of the Burma–Thai–Yunnan borderlands—brought to life through deeply rooted flavors, meticulous technique.
From the cassette wall and vintage table lamps to sewing machines, soft linens, and cozy seats, every detail invites you to relax and reminisce about the old days in Shan State. I first visited Shan in 2004 and still remember its beauty vividly.
To drink, Namsu’s brunch experience gets even more playful with signature tipples like the floral Sparkling Yakult, the indulgent Poppy Milk (with almond foam), and the refreshingly complex Yuzu Chili Kombucha.
Tea lovers can choose from a line of sparkling tea blends like PINDAYA (Shan green tea, pink lemon, honey) or NYAUNG CHO (glutinous rice tea with salted honey and calamansi).
Bangkok’s largest curated sake collection
Blending tradition with innovation, Chef Honey showcases a rare fusion of Shan, Japanese, and Yunnan influences — a flavour journey that’s hearty and wholesome, yet elegant and refined.
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Namsu has recently launched a weekend brunch — perfect for a laid-back weekend. The à la carte menu is a great way to explore modern Shan cuisine, or simply relax with friends over the chef’s recommendations.
The Japanese–Shan Onsen Bowls deliver layers of flavour — from the Grilled Beef Tongue Onsen Bowl, Yellow Rice and Mackerel Onsen Bowl, Beef Flank Onsen Rice Bowl, and Pork Neck Katsu Onsen Bowl, to the spicy Mala Squid Onsen Bowl topped with ikura. On the side, don’t miss the crispy pork crackling and more!
A must-try noodle selection includes Shan Noodles with Pork Ribs, Herbal Chicken Garlic Noodles, or Warm Tofu Nway (Vegetarian).
For something stronger, explore a curated sake and wine list featuring labels like Niwa no Uguisu Honjozo (Fukuoka) and Petit Ours Red (France) — or keep it casual with craft sodas, Asahi or Kirin beer.
Weekend Brunch: 11 am to 3 pm
Location: Namsu Bangkok – Shan Cuisine & Sake Bar, 2nd floor of Baan Trok Tua Ngork, 314 Thanon Santiphap, Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok
