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Bangkok Restaurant & Jazz Bar

225 E Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204
  • (317) 632-9000
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  • Desmond W.

    I've been wanting to eat here since it first opened several months ago and I finally did last week. The first thing I noticed is the lovely buffet dishes and the euphonious jazz music playing in the background. Right away I was seated and told to enjoy the buffet. After receiving my beverage and utensils I was left alone to explore the lovely array of Thai cousine. Some of the dishes I've never tasted, and others like pad thai and red coconut curry where present. For the first time, I tried fried banana and it was tasty. The only reason I'm not giving this restaurant five stars is because the waiters rarely checked on me or others I noticed, but overall, the music and food was wonderful so go and enjoy this lovely new addition to downtown's ethnic eateries.

    (4)

  • Aaron M.

    Review update. Let me start this review with "I am not a buffet person". You will never hear me talk about going to a buffet nor ever even suggesting to go to a buffet. However, this one hits the mark. This is great for seasoned vets or newcomers to Thai fare. I like the fact that the buffet is only available for a short period of time during the busiest part of the day. This ensures fresh hot food and an ample sampling of the menu. Soup, salad, multiple rice and noodle dishes, chicken, tofu, beef, multiple curries, fried bananas. I also like the fact that you have the option of ordering from the lunch menu if you decide that the buffet just isn't for you. I know time on your lunch break goes by fast and the buffet option makes it quick and easy. I've become a regular here especially on these cold winter days/nights.

    (5)

  • Jimmy R.

    My wife and I stopped in randomly one night for dinner and were completely blown away at how great the food/service was. We will definitely be back. Food was awesome and came out quickly. Thai hot was a great choice BTW ;)

    (5)

  • Jeff C.

    My wife and I, along with another couple, ate at Bangkok for the first time on Friday and was completely underwhelmed by the experience. While the food is passable, the service at this place was some of the worse I've experienced. We arrived for our dinner before our friends. In a half empty restaurant, we were seated right by the very noisy kitchen door. Our waiter came over the table and immediately started talking over our active conversation. Waiting until the end of my sentence would have been appreciated. So having been blasted with the wine specials, we wouldn't see our waiter again until our friends arrived 15 minutes later. Tip for the restaurant: don't give me the wine specials if you aren't going to let me order any or at least bring some water. We ordered several appetizers which were all decent with another server misstep at the end. One of our party included their appetizer silverware on his plate. Rather than taking the silverware and bringing fresh, he was asked to retrieve it. When he asked for new silverware, it was reluctantly delivered. Not a major thing, but this is supposed to be a nice restaurant, this exchange should never have happened. When our main entrees arrived, it was clear my wife's dish had spent a fair amount of time under a heat lamp. Half of the food on the plate was cold. The dish was remade, not reheated, so kudos to the kitchen for that. It's a shame this place turned out to be as terrible as it is. It is very close to our house and my wife and I both enjoy Thai but not enough to give this place another try.

    (2)

  • Nikki Rao J.

    My colleague and myself thought of trying the buffet and we are so glad that we did. Waiters are friendly, love the ambience and food is great. They have around 7 dishes, steamed rice, tiny salad section and 2 desserts. Even though there arent so many varieties as we usually get for a buffet, they have a good selection of dishes which are all yummy and for just $9.99. Loved it! and would definitely go back! \m/

    (4)

  • Dan C.

    Newly opened in the former Charlie and Barney's. Snazzy inside with reds and dark woods. All the usual suspects - plus a lunch buffet ($9.99). Finally an alternative to Siam Square!

    (4)

  • Prasad G.

    Extremely Bad experience here... I hope management is listening to what I am about to write... I went there with my wife and another couple, the food was Ok, but we got the wrong order and bought that to the waiter's notice... they dint do anything about it... we decided not to pay them the 15-20% tip we give, instead we gave them a couple of dollars (About 7 to 8% of tip)... while leaving we were confronted by a guy called JAMES, he was extremely rude and just needed a reason to argue... we told him about the situation and instead of apologizing he started yelling at us and told us not to comeback... What kind of service is this? I had been to this restaurant a lot of times earlier, never experienced something like this. Extremely disappointed that the staff is not thought anything about hospitality...

    (1)

  • J. Smoke W.

    Excellent. We love Thai and are pretty picky. Great new spot with excellent food and great vibe. Go.

    (4)

  • Roger G.

    My wife and I had dinner there last night. From the minute we walked in the door until the minute we left, the service was impeccable. We had crab Rangoon for an appetizer. It was wonderful. Unlike any I've ever tasted. I had Crazy Noodle for my entree and my wife had a seafood fish. After a couple of bites we both agreed it was the best Thai food ever. We can't wait for our next visit to Indy!!

    (5)

  • Christian D.

    Never could I have imagined a really good Thai lunch buffet in Indianapolis. AND it's only $10. AND there's jazz and a comfortable, attractive atmosphere. My favorite part? Even their staff appears to enjoy it there. Our server was genuinely excited to tell us about the chef and her creations. I would love to return to this business.

    (5)

  • Lindsay P.

    Enjoyable ambience, friendly service. I appreciated the low noise level of this new restaurant, especially in comparison to the loud Thai place in Fountain Square. I'd much rather come here any day. Plus this is much more spacious and you're not super close and uncomfortable with the couple seated right next to you. The menu here seemed to offer a good variety, although I must say I'm not a Thai food connoisseur. The Thai beef I ordered was just so-so while my husband's pad Thai chicken was much better. This is one of those places where once I found my go-to dish, I would not be tempted to deviate much from that in the future.

    (3)

  • Dave D.

    This place was really nice. I went with about 4 coworkers and we split a bunch of the dishes. I ordered a papaya salad, and we also got the massaman curry, pad see ewe with tofu, and spicy Thai basil rice with chicken. Now everything was great, but I was a little jealous I had to share my papaya salad because it was so ridiculously good. I kept dishing the papaya salad onto my plate whenever I got a chance. I'd go back just for that. Otherwise, a pretty solid meal and at a place that wasn't crazy crowded during a big conference.

    (4)

  • Stephanie P.

    I am officially obsessed with Bangkok's lunch buffet (I've never actually ordered off the menu). Although it does seem like a bit of a Chinese/Thai food hybrid and a tend less authentic than others in town, the food is AMAZING. Literally everything is good- I particularly like the curry's, pad thai and drunken noodles. And the crab rangoons! They do a great job of mixing up the meats in the dishes, with the buffet typically including some tofu, beef, chicken and seafood dishes. I've never had anything I didn't like. Spice is a good level- spicy enough to give it a kick, but not too much so. Price, service and atmosphere are all top notch. LOVE IT!

    (5)

  • D. M.

    Went for lunch and chose the buffet, why not it's all cooked and somebody has to eat it! All said and done not bad, very Americanized, there were maybe eight choices each edible and thankfully there was fish sauce and peppers at the end of the table. I was surprised to discover the whole meal was $13.00, so can't really complain.

    (3)

  • Jay P.

    Good service. Good food. Good to have a Thai restaurant downtown. Wish they delivered. Good selection of wine. Their hot is less hot than other Thai places in my experience. Red curry and mussaman curry are really good.

    (4)

  • Nancy Z.

    Love this place ! Been there twice and enjoyed the good and great service. Get the sticky rice coconut with mango for dessert - amazing!!!

    (5)

  • Diana Z.

    Created a Yelp account just to write a review for this place! We stopped in for a relaxing dinner to sample some of Indianapolis while on a road trip and we'll definitely be back to visit the city after our delicious meal. I love Thai food, especially spicy Thai food. I grew up in a Chinese household with homecooked Szechuan food so spicy Asian cuisine is always my go to. As we were walking up, I could smell wonderful flavors and was hoping they were coming from the restaurant, and they were! Food- 5 We got the Thai Dumplings, Spicy Basil Seafood, and Mango Curry and all were so fresh and flavorful. The dumplings were packed with filling, no skimping there. The seafood in both our dishes were plump and soaked in the different spices. Especially loved the shrimp and mussels. The spice levels were spot on, we got Extra Hot and Hot, but chili spices are offered on the side if you need more of a kick. Service- 5 Nathaniel was the perfect mix of attentive, entertaining, and helpful. Thank you for such an enjoyable experience! The food came out fast, although granted we were there for an early dinner. Ambiance- 5 It's a jazz lounge and definitely felt like a classy one with warm Thai-inspired decor. A very impressive wine wall. The live jazz started as we ended our meal, which added a fun vibe. I think they have live jazz on Friday and Saturdays starting at 7pm. Next time when we actually get to spend some more time in Indianapolis, we'll definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Becki L.

    Fantastic Thai spot in Indy! Ambiance is great... They had live jazz on a Friday evening. I went with a friend and we shared the Thai dumplings as an appetizer. They were light and delicious. As my entree I got the Thai spicy basil with chicken with the "hot" level of spiciness. It was delicious!! Definitely recommend it. We also shared the fried banana dessert which was OK. Definitely recommend going to this place, wish we could've gone for the lunch buffet.

    (4)

  • Karlie S.

    Such a good vibe here! Live jazz, awesome wine selection, staff is fantastic and they have the freshest food. I would highly recommend the Thai salad rolls and dumplings for an appetizer. The sauces are really great too (fab peanut sauce!). Really enjoy this place, I've already been back a second time and can't wait to go again!

    (5)

  • Katie K.

    Overall a good find. I had the Tom Yum soup, which was different than any Tom Yum soup I've ever had before. They make it with a tomato flavor; I think I prefer it the normal way, but it was still good. Ingredients tasted fresh. The service was quick and the server helped us decide on a third dish when we were stuck.

    (4)

  • Amanda N.

    The food here is amazing. I came here with a party of 5 and every single one enjoyed their food and was looking forward to their future visit. I had the green curry and it was delicious. Most of their dishes can be customized for heat/spicy level. They have it on a scale of 1-5 with 1 being "mild" and 5 being "call the fire department!" I got 2 which is like a medium and it was quite spicy (and I like spicy food). I am definitely coming back, especially for their lunch buffer mon-fri at $9.95.

    (4)

  • Linda L.

    Perfect for a quick lunch, or long dinner. The buffet is yummy. Try the green curry, it's the perfect amount of spice.

    (5)

  • Jay S.

    Tried the lunch buffet today. What a great value for the price! Loved almost all the dishes. Got a great table by the window and service was good. Two items were totally out of place, however. There was a hard, overfried orange chicken entree that is normally served in C grade Chinese restaurants. What is it doing here in a nice Thai restaurant? Also, for dessert there were banana fritters and...wait for it... store-bought stale chocolate chip cookies. Seriously? There are so many amazing Thai desserts, and this was presented at an amazing buffet? But all in all, the food was great. The sweet Thai Iced Tea was refreshing! I would have liked to have seen some vegetarian curries today in addition to the chicken and beef. I'll be back!

    (3)

  • Porshia M.

    I have only just experienced my first Bangkok restaurant visit. Had the lunch buffet and I was very pleased. I lived in California for 8 years and loved my thai food restaurants. (I now miss them more than ever) I have tried a couple places here in Indy, this one has climbed to the top of my list. Tried some of everything; Thai Iced tea- perfect, fried plantains- delicious, green chicken curry- loved, tofu pad thai- also great.. I am so excited to go back and try my favorites, yellow chicken curry and pad see ew!

    (5)

  • Jonathan M.

    Why did I not think to open a Thai joint in downtown Indy? I did! I always said that is what downtown needed. Well Bangkok has delivered. They have a weekly lunch buffet that is fantastic. They have 8-10 times daily and every one I have had is extremely delicious. The green curry has always been my favorite. This is definately on my lunch rotation now that I would downtown. I would love to make it in for a dinner run some night because the atmosphere is very inviting, warm and relaxed.

    (5)

  • Tim B.

    Food was great and reasonably priced. I got the very hot for spice and it was prefect. The ambiance is a jazz atmosphere which makes it a nice and relaxing place to enjoy some wine with your meal.

    (4)

  • Mario G.

    I read in the Indy star that this place was one of the top buffet lunch spots in Indy. boy oh boy were they right! Their food was phenomenal! There was a ton of options to choose from. almost all of my Thai favorites were on the menu. Normally I like my Thai food hotter, but in order to appease all tastes they make everything mild. They have sauces and spices to heat things up. I can only imagine how good dinner is. If I had to rate it I'd say a notch above siam square and a notch below Thai spice.

    (4)

  • Olivia M.

    I came last week with a group of Yelpers and had a great time. Since I drove from the north side of Indianapolis (not to mention it was freezing outside), finding a parking garage right next door was a relief. Even with jazz music playing in the background, the restaurant was quiet and it was easy to keep up with conversations all around the table. Our waiter was very attentive, especially given that I showed up after most people had ordered. I'm such a pad Thai fan that I have trouble ordering anything else at Thai restaurants, but I tried the massaman curry and was not disappointed. It was hearty and warm, great for a cold night, and the pineapple and cashews added just enough sweetness. They have a good eye for presentation, too - my friend's boyfriend ordered Thai iced tea, and the end of his straw wrapper was shaped into a tiny rose! Too cool. I would definitely return with friends or a date (or my parents, who can't stand loud restaurants).

    (4)

  • Brice K.

    This is my new favorite Thai place in town. Food was incredible. Everybody I went with was impressed. Server was hardworking, very friendly. Prices were fair. Haven't been to the lunch buffet yet, but have heard great things. The owner came by our table and was very genuine and welcoming. Overall, it was a great experience, and I will be back soon.

    (5)

  • Lara N.

    Very pleased with the weekday lunch buffet. Great selection--drunken noodles were tip top today--and a reasonable price ($9.99). Thai tea was perfect, service was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. Highly recommended! Definitely going back soon.

    (5)

  • Christopher C.

    Excellent Thai food and a good value. Best crab Rangoon I've ever had. No doubt will return here again.

    (5)

  • Belinda A.

    I'm giving this 4 stars...it's an easy fix for them to get to 5. This is a swanky but certainly not stuffy environment. They have nice touches that make it a great date night spot. I absolutely love the live jazz on weekends. Great drink selection and extensive wine menu which is always nice to have. I loved my seafood drunken noodles. I skipped the mussels and it had a bit too much calamari for my taste...next time I'd go with just shrimp and scallops but it was delicious. As an oral cancer survivor I can't have spicy dishes (heat) but I love Thai food. So, I was pleasantly surprised that they had a zero heat option which in my past experiences has been 'mild' for a normal person which translates into fire spewing from my mouth and my head popping off...glad to report that's not the case here. Ok...let's get serious about the bathrooms here...what the heck happened?? You go through the door of this swanky place and it's like you entered into a 1980's BMV waiting room complete with random chairs, multiple (damaged) wood paneling doors and an overall eerieness that's hard to put into words. Fix this!

    (4)

  • Jay R.

    Great Thai food! Interesting ambiance... not your typical Thai restaurant. Thom Yum, Curry, Papaya salad all excellent and service was great!

    (4)

  • Drake O.

    Picked up dinner here last night and brought it home to eat, it was everything I was hoping for and more. We had drunken noodles (pad kee Mao), Thai spicy basil (pad gra prow), and of course crab rangoon. We are big fans of Thai Spice in greenwood and were hoping for some food as delicious as they serve. Thankfully it is just as good if not better? The dishes seemed to have more fresh vegetables which gave them a great flavor. Also, the crab rangoon may honestly be the best I've ever had as they put onion in the mix and their sweet and sour sauce has garlic in it, two additions that bode well for my Midwest palate ha

    (5)

  • Andrew A.

    I am not normally a fan of buffets, but I was surprised, happily. I was particularly fond of the Tom Yum soup.

    (4)

  • Kyle T.

    This place is perfect! I went here with my group of girls, nine of us, on a Wednesday night. We had a reservation and were seated right away. Our server, James, was very attentive and polite and super nice about giving us nine separate checks! The atmosphere is quiet and elegant, and because it is a Jazz Bar, there was soft jazz playing over the sound system, which just added to the swanky atmosphere. I had a Mai Tai which was huge, strong,delicious and accented with an umbrella. For dinner, I had the Pad Woon Sen with Chicken. So good! The portion was huge and garnished with a beautiful carrot butterfly, and it only cost 12.95. Please go here, and support a great new restaurant!

    (5)

  • Lulu I.

    Great food.. $10 lunch buffet with great quality and great service compared to Chinese lunch buffets. Highly reccomend

    (5)

  • Abby N.

    My boyfriend and I got take out. Quick service and the spicy Thai basil rice was to die for.

    (5)

  • Theresa L.

    Fantastic experience! For starters, I called in to see if they were family-friendly and the server (James) had made reservations for us by the time I got off the phone. We arrived at 6:00 pm for dinner and he had a nice table for four adults and two children set for us. The service was excellent. The food was great. I had Garlic Chicken and Pepper (#35), my husband had the soft shell crab, and my kids had chicken fingers. All was delicious and worth 5 stars. Not to mentioned the delicious/quality wines and cocktails! We went on a Monday night and they played jazz over speaker (as opposed to live). When I asked our server (James) about the live jazz, he gave me a little tour of the place and showed me what it would be like on a Friday or Saturday night when the live jazz would play throughout the dining room. Sweet service, great food, educational wine service, wonderful experience, with or without kids--this place is GREAT.

    (5)

  • Zae S.

    Stopped into the bar for a late dinner on Saturday night. There was plenty of seating in the restaurant and bar. I appreciate that they have local taps, though not many and just the basics. We ordered the crab rangoon, which were probably the best I've had in a restaurant. I ordered the pad woon sen medium. It was delicious! The delicate noodles with a slightly sweet flavor were balanced well with the chicken and veggies. One warning...medium was pretty darn spicy. My husband ordered the mussaman curry extra hot and his was probably only slightly spicier than mine. I was able to try his and it was also very good. Even with the heat, the flavors of the food came through very well and were well balanced. I'm glad to have a Thai restaurant within walking distance that is this solid and very affordable. After reading the other reviews, I'm looking forward to trying the lunch buffet one of these days. The jazz duo that were playing in the bar, a guitar and bass, were quite enjoyable. They added a pleasant ambiance at a volume that allowed us to continue carrying on a conversation. I will definitely be back and look forward to trying several items on their extensive menu.

    (4)

  • Cavan M.

    I recently took my girlfriend here for her birthday and it was an awesome experience. We had reservations for 7:30 on a Friday. We were immediately seated at a special birthday table, complete with a birthday card that had been signed by every worker in the restaurant. I started out with a Big Ginger and my girlfriend had a Vodkarita Tini, both were impeccable and full of flavor. Our server James made sure to tell my girlfriend happy birthday and so did every worker that walked by our table throughout the evening. We started out with the Larb salad, it was flavorful and had a great texture for a salad. We then split an order of the Pad See Ew for our entree, it was just the right amount of spiciness and left us both contentedly full. James expertly paired a glass of pinot noir for me to match our dish. on top of all of this it was great to have live jazz playing in the next room, adding to a nearly perfect meal. We have been going to Thai Spice on the south side for years and this easily took over as our new favorite Thai restaurant in the city.

    (5)

  • Sarah B.

    Maybe the Thai restaurants in Chicago ruined me for all other Thai restaurants, but I found the food in the lunch buffet to be very bland. You could tell the quality of the ingredients was good - there just wasn't much taste to any of it.

    (3)

  • Grady C.

    Like many Thai restaurants, this one struggles with getting spice levels right. The wait staff went out of the way to warn about ordering the food too hot. The green papaya salad was very bland and would compare to a sweet and sour coleslaw you might get a cheap buffet. It did not contain roasted rice powder or dried shrimp. In spite of being ordered "hot" there was no detectable spice. The laab gai was excellent but the spice level was less than expected. The menu indicated that the laab gai could be ordered with tofu instead of chicken. Will try this version when we return. The mango curry was excellent - something new for me. The massaman curry was very good. In this case ordering " very hot" which is just below Thai hot, was the right choice for me. Hot would be hot enough for most people. The Sun King Wee Mac on draft was served warm. Don't know if this an anomaly or planned. The live music is played in the bar and doesn't penetrate far into the dining area. If you want to listen to the music grab a table in the bar or close to it. In true Thai fashion, the tables were set with a spoon and a fork.

    (4)

  • Stephanie P.

    Had lunch there for the first time and it was really great! The server was attentive and friendly and the atmosphere overall is really classy and trendy. The food tasted great. The portions are good for both family-style eating and eating individually. I loved the feel of the restaurant, it's location, and everything.

    (5)

  • John M.

    Awesome! The live Jazz music is soft and relaxing while you eat. Staff is really great, Kida and Blake were very enjoyable and professional. The food was very good. My wife had the soft shell crab in red curry and I had steamed salmon with coconut milk in curry sauce

    (5)

  • Kryssa K.

    Went for dinner and it was absolutely lovely. Good head, very fresh.

    (5)

  • Clare L.

    Actually a pleasant surprise. I went here with a coworker for the lunch buffet and think it was definitely right for the price - around $10. Now, the buffet is smaller than some you might be thinking of - India Garden, Shalimar, etc. but I think the offerings are good. Decent sized salad bar to start off - wish they would have had a spinach option, however. Several curry options - wish there would have been a chicken one, I only noticed beef and tofu offerings on the day I was there. Also wish there was more than one type of rice to choose from. The highlight is without a doubt the crab ran goons. I'm not proud of how many I ate - let's just say you need more than 2 hands to get that amount right. The food on the buffet seemed hot and fresh and though they were running low on several items when we first arrived (a bit later at 12:45) they did replenish everything we wanted by the end of our meal. I will say I thought the service could have been a bit better. We hardly got any offers for refills on water, which at a Thai place, I definitely need more of. A pitcher on the table would have been helpful in this instance. Overall, I don't think Bangkok is a buffet that you can absolutely gouge yourself on. I left feeling comfortably full after two plates and don't think I could have eaten a lot more. A great place to go every now and again when you're craving Thai food, but for whatever reason, I don't think this is a place I would go to very frequently. I am definitely intrigued by the "jazz bar" concept of the place. Anyone got that figured out?

    (4)

  • Kelly H.

    Elegant Thai food in prime downtown location? I automatically assumed that this place would be more about the trendy ambiance than serving quality and authentic Thai cuisine, so I hesitated to try it out in its first few months of opening. (This is an extremely delayed review that had been drafted but never posted). Boy, was I pleasantly surprised! The food was excellent. We ordered the seafood soup with panang curry, and thanks to my fellow Yelpers, I had the Tiger Garlic with beef. The curry was consistent with other legit Thai places, and the Garlic Tiger was impressive - a handful of chunks of beef, coated in cilantro and other seasonings, and cooked perfectly medium-rare where it is just slightly chewy and soft (which is hard to find). Even the cabbage was well flavored as it had soaked up the delicious beef juices. I couldn't give it quite 5 stars for because the seafood soup was a bit overpriced. Though it was delicious, I would've expected a larger portion of it. However, the Garlic Tiger was reasonable for the portion, so I guess it can be a hit or a miss. Anyone looking for quality Asian food at a moderately formal setting, then look no further!

    (4)

  • Sam C.

    This is easily one of my favorite restaurants in Indy. The food is delicious and the staff is very attentive. The lunch buffet is good but the $9.99 lunch special is a feast. You get soup, salad, a spring roll, and an entree. You will definitely have left overs for dinner as well. So much food! In the evening, they often have jazz music. It is a romantic setting and good for any kind of group gathering as well. Love this place!

    (5)

  • Anthony T.

    This place is only one elevator ride and a few skips away from my office, so I figured I should give it a try for lunch today. I mean come on, Jazz music and thai food? Sign me up! The jazz... wasn't "all that jazz" as I expected, it was all phoned in. But it did make for a somewhat pleasant dining atmosphere nonetheless. Alongside they're magnificent wall display of wine, the environment was selling this place before I even got my first bite of food! The food was just meh. Just your typical Americanized thai served up with a smile. I'd recommend skipping the buffet and ordering something just the way you like it. The staff was very friendly but I only saw our server twice the entire time I was there. It was during lunch hour so I understand that I wasn't the only customer in need of drink refills, so I'll reserve judgment on the service until I've been back a few more times. I think the most appealing thing about this place is the atmosphere and it's location. It's not too stuffy or dressy, but it will totally suffice if you need somewhere to entertain clients or have a lunch meeting. But it's also casual enough that you don't feel like an awful person for showing up in jeans and a t-shirt. All in all, I'd say this is a great alternative to hitting the small and intimate establishments on Mass Ave for lunch or dinner, especially if you have a big group with you.

    (3)

  • Beth W.

    Downtown Indy and hungry at lunch time? The buffet here is a place to try! For $9.99 it's a fantastic deal. I eat a lot of the items served on their buffet. Fried bananas, spring rolls, wontons, lemongrass soup, rice, orange chicken...Mmm so many options. I have ordered take out-late night too, but the variety and freshness of the buffet is better. I found it was too hard to choose just one dish to get to-go--my choice was Pad Thai with chicken, I love the texture of the rice noodles and the taste of the whole dish.

    (5)

  • Jerry W.

    The ambience and decor are good. The server was pleasant enough but absent until the check came. I had eaten here once before and had their lunch buffet. It was was pretty good. This time I ordered chicken pad Thai. The chicken was tough as shoe leather. The noodles were gelatinous and it tasted fine for the first few bites but then became cloyingly sweet.

    (3)

  • Karen D.

    Living in Australia I have eaten at many really good Thai restaurants but the food we had tonight was some of the best I have ever had. The pot stickers were yummy. The Pad Thai noodles with shrimp and the Panang Chicken Curry were expertly prepared. On my next visit to Indianapolis I will definitely be eating here again.

    (5)

  • Allison T.

    I recently ate at Bangkok. I had really good food. My only issue in not writing a five star review is that the manager, an older Asian man yelled at me really scary. Wont be returning here. Hire new management.

    (3)

  • J K.

    I stopped here for a quick dinner one evening. It looked like a nice place from the outside, and the inside was an inviting wood interior but definitely not your standard Thai decor in a good way. The service here was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Their thai basil with minced chicken was well prepared with a nice colourful mix of fresh vegetables, but it was a bit late and the flavours could have used a little more attention. I definitely need to come back to try their Thai lunch buffet which I understand offers a wide array of fresh dishes and flavours. The musical atmosphere was not Thai, but it was a pleasant mellow background.

    (3)

  • Shaamora H.

    When I first heard about the concept of this new restaurant, I was definitely intrigued. I visited Bangkok and Jazz this past Saturday for lunch and was very pleased. This was an early Father's Day outing so I typically like to try a restaurant before introducing it on a special day. Again, I'm glad I took the chance. I had the Pottery Shrimp which was very good but I kept eyeballing my Mom's Volcano Chicken and my Dad's beef tiger plates. The wonton wrapper apetizer was excellent as well. You could really taste the ginger which wonderfully paired with the sweet/spicy dipping sauce. One more thing: I enjoyed my Sweet Thai Ice Tea (if you are lactose intolerant beware of this one it is made with cream). I drank it anyway and didn't have too much discomfort lol. It was worth it though.

    (5)

  • Yolanda B.

    This was a great spot to meet before heading out for nye. The staff was very friendly and accommodating to our group of 10-14. The dishes were huge and were shared around the table. Come hungry.

    (4)

  • Jon H.

    Very good food and service! I had the Pad Kee Mao, prepared fresh and served hot. My wife got the Pad Thai, we made a special request for no fish sauce, no problem. The place is a little dark but they had a small Jazz ensemble playing too. Great meal, we will be back!

    (4)

  • Ryan L.

    This is one of the better lunch places I've found downtown. Their lunch buffet is excellent. It's $9.99 for all you can eat soup, fruit, and delicious deep fried and noodly goodness. I went at what I assume should be peak business hours (around noon) on a Friday and didn't have to wait for a table. Our waiter was attentive and kept our plates clear and drinks full (which is really all you need when you have a buffet). I made several trips up to get refills. The food was always well stocked and I didn't have to wait on anything (every few minutes the servers brought out fresh food and were constantly monitoring the buffet). Highlights for me (after the first visit to the buffet where I sampled everything, I filled my plate up a couple times with the following): Spring Rolls - There are sauces, but they're at the front of the buffet before you get to the rolls Orange Chicken - This was delicious and crunchy, not chewy, which was impressive for a buffet Spicy Basil Fried Rice - It wasn't actually that spicy (I have a low-ish heat tolerance and I didn't have any problems) I'm due for another visit back here in the next few weeks.

    (4)

  • Kasey L.

    We made it in for the famed lunch buffet! While I'm typically not into buffet style anything, I make an exception for ethnic food because it helps me get out of my comfort zone. I'm happy to have tried some Thai food outside of my tried-and-true faves! The set up is that the buffet is $9.99, and the normal menu (which has basically the same stuff as the buffet) has dishes that are about $9.99 and include some accoutrements (soup perhaps?). It's clearly a better deal to go for the buffet. The food was great, however, I'm not so sure that $9.99 is actually that much of a "deal". I do think it was worth that much, but I'm not sure it was a bargain in a city full of lunch specials. The service was average. It was packed on a Friday afternoon! The buffet had some fresh fruit and salad (that I basically skipped...I was there for the noodle-y carbs and fried stuff). I had: -Veggie spring rolls: a favorite! Lots of sauce choices available for dipping, too. -Tofu Pad Thai: above average for sure -Pork Pad See Ew: the only thing I didn't particularly care for -Spicy Basil Fried Rice with Chicken: definitely spicy! But I went back for seconds ;) -Green Curry: the first time for me, and I was pleasantly surprised at how tasty it was since I'm typically not a big curry fan -Orange Chicken: really crunchy (yum) and not overly orange-y, just the way I like it -Fried Banana with Coconut and Honey: just as delicious as it sounds.

    (4)

  • Alicia F.

    Sweet little Thai restaurant and jazz spot downtown. My friends and I were impressed (to say the least) when we walked in--this place is nice, like, date-night nice. A dive, this place is not. There was no live music on the weekday we went, but jazz music was still being piped through the speakers to maintain the ambience. I ordered my Thai fave, Pad see ew (12.95), and was pleasantly surprised at the large portion I received. Also, you get your choice of protein (chicken, beef, pork, tofu) with the majority of the entrees for no additional charge. They have multiple spice levels (Mild, Medium, Hot, Extra Hot, and Thai Hot)--I got the Medium as a precaution and could definitely afford to upgrade to Hot next time. Service was friendly, the kitchen was super expedient with our food, and the overall experience was a win. Good Thai food that is reasonably priced and within walking distance from my house...could be dangerous. I'll be back.

    (4)

  • Brittany S.

    What's that you say? A new Thai eatery downtown? Fantastic! Sign me up! Walking distance? Even better. Here's the scoop: I have a set Thai litmus tests that consists of soft vegetarian spring rolls and red tofu coconut curry. On my first visit this past week, I decided to give the red curry a shot - questions to self: "would it be enough to take some home for an unnecessary late night snack?" "would there be enough of a kick to make my nose run uncontrollably?" "would the tofu be fried or in its original state?" The verdict: fried tofu (interesting - it wasn't bad but I would prefer the other way), the portion size left plenty for later and yes, dear reader, my nose was running. The setting: I'll call this casual sexy Thai. Low lighting, table-side candles, soft jazz playing overhead and an extensive list of sake, Thai-themed cocktails and more. I opted for the sweet apple sake which was surprisingly delicious despite my standard distaste for overly sweet bebidas. Next time: Rumor has it the lunch buffet is pretty tasty so I still need to give it a whirl. Also, mango was out of season during our visit so the sticky rice dessert was out of the question (womp womp). Next time!

    (4)

  • Dylan E.

    This place has been on my to-do list for a long time, but I finally made it here a couple times in the past couple weeks. The most surprising thing about both visits was how empty it was. Maybe it was I came on days that were just exceptions, but this restaurant is definitely deserving of a much larger crowd that I have seen here. I came both on a Saturday night and a Monday night, and chose to sit in the bar area on both occasions which was open seating and contained both a bar and a handful of tables. I think the service in this area was taken care of by the bartender, and service was only so-so. This could definitely be improved on, but we had the same person both nights. The bar selection wasn't very great, and priced a little high, but it seems like a nice place to come get a drink if you were looking for some music and a more laid back atmosphere. Their menu had quite a few specialty mixed drinks, and it looked like they even had sake on tap. On Saturday, they had some great live jazz/funk type music, and it paired with the nicer restaurant to really give it a great ambiance. It's definitely a more upscale atmosphere than a lot of the ethnic cuisine around town, and it would make a good choice for a nicer night out. I've been to my fair share of Thai places in Indy, and I think I have the put this one on the top of my list food wise. It is easily ahead of its popular competition less than a couple miles down the road. Aside from the atmosphere just being exceptionally better, the food was also on a different level. It was much more flavorful than Thai places I have been to before, and the Pad Thai that I ordered tasted fresh and was full of ingredients. Another big plus was that if you order a dish "hot", it was actually spicy, which seems to be an issue with the places I have been before when the hot seems to taste the same as the mild. I think my Pad Thai was $13 and I ended up taking enough home with me for another meal. There were quite a few people who called in and got carry out orders when I was there, and this will be on my radar the next time I am looking for something to-go. It's also been brought to my attention that they have a lunch buffet, so I will need to make it in to give that a shot one of these days. This is probably a 4.5 star place for me, but I think I need to round up based on the precedent I have set with other Thai place reviews. This is my definitely new favorite Thai place in Indy.

    (5)

  • Sarah C.

    All I could think of when I walked in the door was, "wow, this place is a lot nicer than I thought it would be." For some reason I had envisioned this new Thai/jazz joint to be a little less formal. But it turned out to be the perfect atmosphere. The smooth jazz playing in the background and the dimly lit lighting was just what someone needs from time to time. I ended up having pad thai (without peanuts.) Loved it! I'm not a big spicy food fan, so this entree was the perfect choice. And luckily I have leftovers for lunch tomorrow! ;) A friend of mine let us try the apple sake -- wowee, wow, wow, wow! Delicious. I would have never guessed it would taste as refreshing as it did -- and it was great. This new little joint is a perfect addition to the downtown Indianapolis food scene. I hadn't been to a Thai restaurant in awhile so I was pleasantly surprised with how nice they had made this one. Well done!

    (5)

  • Jillian B.

    great lunch buffet, but I decided to try the regular menu since I wasn't that hungry. service was still fast, and the food was amazing. I'll definitely be back to check out the jazz in the evening

    (4)

  • Richie F.

    This place is an okay Thai restaurant. Don't think this is a jazz bar. They have music on weekends only. The place is deserted during the week. Again a 3 star place with a 4th-yelp-star-plastic-surgery...

    (3)

  • Jon C.

    So, I came back with a group of Yelpers tonight for a casual group dinner. Yum-O! First, I tried a new figi apple sake, which is now my new favorite. I'll be looking for this over the weekend to buy. Smells like apple jolly ranchers and has a subtle, fresh taste that is somewhat deceiving.. it's not what you imagine when you smell it. Hana Sake.. you did a damn good job on this one. Dinner was green curry. I ordered it medium, but it wasn't that hot to me. I'm by no means someone who likes hot food, but I would have ranked this under mild. Still, the creamy coconut milk blended all of the flavors together perfectly, and I did everything but lick the bowl clean. Delicious!

    (5)

  • Ronak S.

    Siam Square is great. Bangkok is better. It's rare that I actually find myself virtually addicted to the food at a restaurant, let alone an individual dish. That's how I feel about the tiger garlic and pepper here, and how my girlfriend feels about the eggplant. It's difficult for me to break away from these, because both are so delicious. It's hard to find a place that can cook eggplant to that perfect texture such even the most ardent eggplant-haters can't resist it, and the tiger garlic is the perfect dish to increase your spice tolerance -- no matter how hot you order it, it is so delicious that you'll keep eating. That which doesn't kill you... That won't stop me from trying a few other things, though, and the papaya salad, the Thai iced tea, and the standard entrees like Pad Thai and the curry dishes are fantastic as well. You can find many of these at the daily lunch buffet, too. Yes, there is a lunch buffet. Go as often as you can. Be careful on the spice levels -- I find Bangkok to be one level higher than most Midwestern Thai restaurants I've been to. Of course, Jazz Bar is part of the name, and smooth jazz goes surprisingly well with Thai food on a Friday and Saturday night. There's no cover, so it's a great way to get a sampling of the restaurant. Still, the bar is just on one side of the restaurant, and the rest is family and group friendly if you're wanting to bring a few.

    (5)

  • Jenna G.

    I visited on a Wednesday night with a group of friends. The restaurant filled up quickly after we arrived, so I was glad I made our 7pm reservations. The restaurant is beautiful, especially the wine cellar, which is illuminated in the center of the restaurant. The staff was welcoming and friendly, and kept our glasses filled. I ordered the drunken noodles. I'm not a big fan of spicy food, so I ordered a 2 on the spicy scale. It was still a little too hot for me, so I'd probably just go with a 1 next time. I'm not sure which nights of the week Bangkok becomes a jazz Bar, but it wasn't Wednesday night. There was jazz music playing, but I was kind of expecting something live. I'd try it on the weekend if you are looking for live music.

    (4)

  • Lisa R.

    We used to be regulars but it's been severely disappointing the last year. There is little eggplant in the eggplant entree but it's loaded with baby corn. They add a surcharge for pick up and have left out the rice in the last two pick up orders. Done. Won't return.

    (1)

  • Stacy P.

    When I think Thai food, jazz isn't the first thing that comes to my mind, but somehow, it just works. The décor is very modern and upscale, with touches of Thailand throughout. The dim lighting and smooth Jazz, sets the mood for an intimate diner. The menu provides a nice selection and includes the traditional Thai favorites. The Tom Kha Goong was delicious. The consistency of the soup was good and the spiciness of it was just right and not overbearing. The only thing that I really wasn't a fan of was that the tails were left on the shrimp. In terms of Gluten Free options, one could order the Pad Thai; however, you would want to make sure to not have them but the Thai sauce on in as they use soy sauce. Other gluten free options include any of the curries on the menu. Wanting to try something new, I opted for the Beef Mussaman Curry (coconut milk, potatoes, pineapple, carrots, and onions), and boy I wasn't disappointed. The meal was very flavorful and filling, so much so, that I had lunch for the next day and it reheated well. If you manage to save room for desert, I recommend the traditional sweet sticky rice.

    (4)

  • Maulik S.

    New, beautiful and well established Thai restaurant. Loved the food. Owner of place is personally greets everyone. Totally loved the place. Will come again.

    (5)

  • Swarna R.

    This place is a must-try in downtown Indy ! The food is exceptional and the service was great as well. We asked for a table near the bar area where the live music happens. Great music and food always makes up for a wonderful evening !

    (5)

  • Aninda S.

    Let's talk about the most important aspect. Taste of food. It's really good. I have been to Siam square, Sawasdee and this one in Indy all of which are Thai. In my opinion this is the best. Each food has very distinct taste and for the ones who favor mild levels of spices I would strongly recommend the Thai spicy basil, just ask for mild heat. The lunch buffet portion size and the side offerings are similar to the other two. However a salad is an extra and especially useful if a sudden surge of Thai spice is almost killing you :) Service - very much lacking. We were sitting on sitting where the wooden frames are ie where you have the two seater tables. The waitress served us across the wooden railing instead of coming over to our table side. The coke glasses were never refilled which is sad especially if you are serving coke in a wine glass! We were two on a business lunch and were never asked if we wanted to split the check. So basically lots of scope for improvement. Parking - well it's downtown. The cheapest are the hourly parking On the roadside for $2.5! Need I say more :)

    (4)

  • Jeremy M.

    I came here with a group of friends a little while ago and was blown away. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the food was excellent, and the music was great. Their food and drink selections are both very impressive and our group of eight had no problem finding good things to eat. It is a little expensive, especially after you tack on a few drinks, but not outrageous and certainly not more than I was willing to pay for the quality of the meal and the atmosphere - just don't go into this place thinking it's a cheap Asian takeout restaurant. I had made reservations beforehand and they had no problem accommodating our group. The staff did an excellent job getting everyone their food and drinks in a timely fashion and we all walked away pleased. If you enjoy good Thai food and an intimate atmosphere I definitely recommend checking this place out.

    (4)

  • Griffin S.

    Great atmosphere with live music. The cocktails are delicious and the food portions are huge. Thai hot didn't phase me a bit, but the flavors make up for that. Excited to go back and try more!

    (5)

  • Alex W.

    Cute place! My friend and I came for a Saturday dinner and were surprised with the nice live jazz coming from the bar. It definitely set the mood & ambiance. We felt it was fah-ncy, but at a good cost. DEFINITELY try the dumplings & spring rolls for appetizers, both are good for 2-3 to share. My standard Thai fare is Pad Thai [how I judge a Thai place upon 1st visit]. WHOA. Blew my socks off. Next time I will go up a level in spiciness. If I wasn't so famished, I would've taken more home. Service is excellent, our waiter had perfect timing for meet & greet, water refills, taking our order and checking on us. He's done his homework!

    (5)

  • Tiffany B.

    The lunch buffet is pretty awesome and draws the nearby crowd of lawyers and city county building peeps. Always a great variety, with enough options for a vegetarian as well. Seems always stocked with spring rolls (my fave). After work, it's been pretty quiet the times I've gone for a cocktail and appetizer, so if you want to hear yourself think rather than fight a bumping beat, this could be the place for you.

    (3)

  • Kara P.

    Went to Bangkok with a friend for dinner. The food? It's pretty fantastic. The service? Well, the service wasn't so great. There was some miscommunication with our waitress, and she ended up bringing me out salad rolls and spring rolls. I only wanted salad rolls. She brought out everyone else's entrees at that time. I waited for her to come back so I could explain the mix up, but after 10 minutes I figured maybe she didn't get my entree order (pottery noodles) and I was hungry so I figured I would just make dinner out of the two orders of Thai rolls. And then 15/20 minutes later my entree came out. By that point I had stuffed myself on the Thai rolls so I ate less than half of it. It reheated decently a few days later. So the food is great. But the service wasn't great and our waitress was pretty inattentive, even though it wasn't busy by any means. I'm willing to give them another shot since the food was so good. Maybe I'll give that $9.99 lunch buffet a go next time.

    (3)

  • Ntianu S.

    Based upon Yelp reviews and my undying love for Thai food, I was stoked to visit Bangkok and Jazz. My first, and definitely not my last, visit to this establishment was not a disappointment. The restaurant itself is a quite lovely. I love the plush red carpet, wood, and Asian decor. We went around 4:30, so it was not packed. Please be warned that metered parking is available for $1.50 per hour. We were seated immediately. The waiter was really nice, attentive, and not to mention a cutie :-) They had a nice selection of wine and limited cocktail selection. I am a tea fanatic so I was excited about their hot tea selection. The menu was extensive and covers all of the basics. I ordered the lemongrass soup with shrimp as an appetizer and pad thai with shrimp for the entree. It didn't take too long for the soup to come out. The soup was not what I expected. Yes it was full of fresh veggies, herbs, and the shrimp was generous, but it was heavy, too spicy, and oily. I ate the shrimp and moved the soup to the side. Our entrees came out shortly thereafter. Nice presentation for dishes and outstanding portion size. My friend ordered the chicken fried rice and loved it. My pad thai was everything I was hoping for and then some. I don't think I made it through half of my meal before become stuffed. I am so happy about my leftovers. I DEFINITELY will visit this establishment again soon. I would live to visit when they had live jazz. Good service, delicious food, and wonderful ambience. A great addition to downtown! They had a sign for a lunch buffet a 11-3 for $9.99. I definitely want to check this out.

    (4)

  • Amber E.

    The inside of this place is beautiful! I cannot believe how sophisticated it was for the price. I got the chicken curry with medium spice and it was a little too hot for me and there was very little chicken. The dumpling appetizer was amazing! Even though I wasn't fond of the chicken curry dish I would definitely go back to try something else.

    (4)

  • Liz S.

    This place is bizarre.. I mean.. Thai.. and Jazz bar? THAI LUNCH BUFFET IS GENIUS. I mean, you have your Chinese, Indian, and what-have-you buffets.. but how common is a Thai Lunch Buffet.. in downtown Indianapolis? I really think they hit the jackpot there. Haven't you ever gone to a Thai restaurant and just wanted one more bite of something? But not pay an arm and a leg for the extra serving? They have tofu/veggie pad thai, soups, curries and some Chinese-inspired chicken there. I mean... for about $10, you're already covered, since that's how much you'd pay, if not more, for a small portion of Thai anyway. The service is what lacks here. They only have about 1-2 people working the floor.. during lunch hour.. in downtown Indy... that's a joke right? I know you don't have to have a lot of servers for a buffet.. but you actually do? Clean plates, refill drinks, refill the buffet, check on guests, checks, payment.. I mean there's so much more than letting people have at it! It's cramp space, so you can't just do endless no-check up on your guests. Also, the Jazz is ridiculous. Don't get me wrong, I can get down on some jazz.... but for a Thai restaurant.. I just couldn't stop laughing.. that's just me. :)

    (4)

  • Deborah B.

    There are places so great or bad, that when dining I am actually thinking-wow I cannot wait to write a review to tell about this amazing/awful experience. In this case of Bangkok Restaurant and Jazz Bar. It is the fact that this was such a wonderful experience. We had a long day of wondering around downtown Indy during Big10 tournament and were finally ready to pick a spot for dinner. Many of the restaurants near our place had hour to hour and a half waits. We remembered that Bangkok was on our list of places to try. We walked in and the host was not there a server sat us at a comfortable table. The first thing I noticed is how great the food smelled. Nothing like the smell of curry in the air! We explored the menu. Some great options for sake and wines by the glass. The overall ambiance (dimly lit and romantic)and decor was really well done and tasteful.Our appetizers we went with the spring rolls in rice paper. For our entrees we both chose the red curry. I had mine with chicken and my companion beef. The spring rolls were large and stuffed o the brim with the freshest veggies and chicken, and accompanied with ample portions dipping sauces. So good I wanted to lick the plate. Next for our entrees, the red curry. The portions were very generous. Neither of us spoke for a few minutes as we tucked into our meal.Suddenly, instead of the recorded jazz we had been hearing a live band began to play from the bar area. It was then that I actually had a moment. I realized that I now have an amazing thai place walking distance from my place. This reminds me a lot of restaurants in Nola on Frenchman st thatbhave live jazz and serve amazing meals in an upscale setting. This is hands down the best Thai restaurant that downtown Indy(and yes better than Siam Square by far) and can rival any I've had in my 15 years of living in Chicago. Better atmosphere, better food, portions service. Go here for a date night, go with friends, or bring your kids. This is now one of my favorite places in downtown Indy and will be back for sure!

    (5)

  • Hannah R.

    Just got done eating here - we tried crab rangoon, basil fried rice with beef, and drunken noodles with tofu. Everything was delicious! We ordered both entrees hot, and man were they hot! The dishes were huge, loaded with basil and crunchy veggies. And did I mention hot?! (Both in flavor and temperature). I almost took this down a star bc I felt like the tofu and beef could be of better quality, but took it back up to 5 bc they don't use msg and the flavor is amazing.

    (5)

  • D M.

    Try the Pad Kee Mao.

    (4)

  • PAUL G.

    It turns out that I have returned to this restaurant time and time again. I find that every time I am in Indianapolis I crave a meal from this kitchen. The staff are friendly and helpful and the food is consistently very good. I admit that I have never gotten used to the jazz music that lightly plays in the background ... somehow it seems out of place with the rest of the atmosphere. I don't dislike it, and to be honest it gives me a bit of a chuckle every time I am there. Clean, comfortable, delicious food and good service ... a combination that equals a return trip the next time I am in town.

    (4)

  • Sara C.

    My first time at Bangkok Restaurant was for lunch today. The $9.99 buffet was appealing so my friend Natalie and I decided to give it a shot. One thing I really appreciated was that the buffet was labeled. I have visited Spice Nation before and while the food was great, nothing on the bar was labeled so I really didn't know what I was eating. Spicy tofu, fried rice with pork, hot and sour soup, white rice, vegetarian spring rolls, crab rangoon and shrimp pad thai were all available along with a few more dishes I did not try. What can I say, buffets fill me up! The buffet also included a small tossed salad option and a dessert, which was fried banana pieces. I didn't try them but they looked really good. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. It was filling and, being a buffet, I could have eaten as much as I wanted to. Our server was attentive and kept refilling our waters in the busy restaurant that had every seat full. The atmosphere is comforting and inviting, with large windows that overlook Ohio street and really brighten up the wood and maroon color scheme that is throughout the restaurant. An extensive wine list and bar really emphasizes the "jazz bar" part of their name.

    (4)

  • Vanessa S.

    I like going to their lunch buffet. First let me say I am not a fan of ALL their food. My technique is to go and get a bitesize (or less) portion out of all their dishes in the buffet and then come back for more of the ones I like. I agree with Mi Sook that some of their dishes are not good. Their eggroll/springroll is hit and miss. there are days when it's okay and days when it's awesome. I like their crab rangoon when it's fresh out of the kitchen and their pad thai. I always love their dessert, banana fritters. I like that they rotate their dishes, I have seen variety every time I go. Service is good, my water is always topped off, and you don't wait long to get your check. The noise level here is way better than the other Thai place in Fountain Square where you have to scream every time you talk. So overall I like this place and would go back for their buffet.

    (3)

  • Leah P.

    Excellent food and service. It isn't as authentic as Thai restaurants in bigger cities, but it is a comfortable environment. Great music and a nice place for a date. The food is delicious and arrives at your table quickly. Yum!

    (4)

  • Tim S.

    This is really good food! We didn't know this was here until friends told us about it. The service was great and the prices are unbelievably modest. We will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Edith R.

    I'm impressed! The food was amazing. I had the tofu yellow curry. It exceeded my expectations. The place looks like its expensive but actually very affordable. The Hawaiian fried rice was presented very well. I had to post my dinner on FB even though I think that's tacky. Not only is their food great, their service was very good too.

    (5)

  • Mi Sook K.

    Thai food + downtown + buffet! Sounds like a winning combination, right? Well, that's what I thought at least up until my first visit here. I really had high hopes for this spot especially with the good Yelp reviews and since it was fairly packed with the weekday lunch crowd. Now, the buffet options didn't look particularly appetizing to me, but sometimes food tastes better than it looks. I was hoping this was the case. After sampling from my plate loaded with chicken pad thai, red curry, vegetable spring roll, fried rice, stir fried mushroom, and king pao chicken, I thought to myself 'there is nothing on this plate I'd want to go back for more of...' The pad thai was plain and awful. Overcooked, mushy noodles with barely any chicken or flavor for that matter. Perhaps I should have spooned some chopped peanuts on top for some texture. Red curry had an off-flavor to it which I couldn't pinpoint what about it was wrong. So called stir fried mushrooms were raw. Coulda used a lot more time on the stove top. After tasting what seemed like a mess on a plate, I did go back for a cup of the sweet and sour soup hoping that would redeem the meal. Yikes, that wasn't any better. It was about the worst version of this soup I've tasted. The flavor was off and the vinegar taste was overpowering. I stopped after the second spoonful. I had my fill of this unlimited buffet. While I disliked everything I tried, it wasn't all bad. My server was very attentive, professional, and friendly. She asked if I enjoyed the meal, and I confess I told a white lie. It wasn't her fault I didn't like it. The interior and soft jazz were also nice. However, all that can't make up for the shortcomings in the food. While it may just be the buffet that is a complete miss, I cannot bring myself to give this spot a second chance to check out the menu selections knowing what they served on the buffet.

    (2)

  • Julianna Y.

    Wasn't too impress with this place. Not sure if they were just off their game with cooking or not. My group all thought our food was too salty. What really saved them was their spring roll appetizer. The sweet n sour sauce and the crisp of the spring roll was amazing! I really want to give this a 2, but the appetizers really saved it.

    (3)

  • Lolly F.

    Omg, the mango curry is to die for. I want to order carry out and take it back to Ohio to my local Thai restaurant to show them what real Thai is supposed to taste like. If you are traveling alone like I was, sit at the bar and enjoy the friendly bartenders. Great place.

    (5)

  • Nathan L.

    I only knocked off a star because the service is a little slow if you're dining by yourself. The pace would probably be fine if dining with company. Also, it would have been nice to see duck on the menu (I like my pad see ew with duck). That being said, of the three nights I spent in Indy I had dinner here twice. The flavors are great. The extra hot and Thai hot levels are very nice. I'm usually not a fan of chicken larb, but it was very good at Bangkok. The pad see ew was great. I find most restaurants make it too oily, and the meat a little dry, but this was really good (would have been amazing with duck). On a Friday night there was a small jazz band tucked away in the bar that gave the restaurant a nice ambiance. Would definitely be a nice place for a date or dining with colleagues.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth P.

    As I walked in to this very classy establishment, I was completely in awe of how nice the inside was! The wine wall was simply fantastic, and such an eye catcher as you walk through the door, along with the very cute, sleek bar as you enter. I choose the Fuji Apple Sake after many of my fellow dinner dates convinced me it was the best drink on the menu and low and behold it was definitely worth it! Above and beyond any sake I have had before my visit to Bangkok Restaurant. During my dinner with fellow Yelpers, we tried a lil of each appetizer and if I wasn't already won over at this point, hello tastiest crab rangoon to ever touch my lips. I'm telling you, I would literally go back just for the sake and crab rangoon if I had the option. I ordered the Tiger Garlic and Peppers as my entree and got crazy and ordered it hot, which was a good choice because it was just the right amount of spicy...enough to make the nose run, but not blow me out of my seat. LOVED it, and will most certainly return :)

    (4)

  • Sheila P.

    Glad to see they are still open. This was my first lunch buffet here and it was good (for the Midwest). This will probably be a regular spot while I'm in town if they can keep it up. I wish they had larb though.

    (4)

  • Joanna B.

    I'm always excited about a new restaurant opening up downtown and Bangkok did not let me down. The restaurant itself it very nice inside. They have an impressive "wine wall" and it seems very cozy inside. We opted to sit in the bar where the live jazz was playing. That added a lovely touch. I made the decision to order spring rolls to start out with. I was a bit disappointed with these. They tasted as if they had just shoved some iceberg lettuce in a wrap and sent it out. Our table ordered Green Curry and Red Curry, vegetarian. Both were very good. The rice to curry ratio is a bit off, you will most likely need to order more rice. I ended up taking most of my curry home and it made delicious leftovers. As a new restaurant I think they have a bit to work out with their service nothing major just some delays and missing things, I think with time that will go away though.

    (4)

  • Scott M.

    Downtown THAI BUFFET. Such an amazing phrase, triggering instant mouth-watering and heart palpitations. And from the same owners as Thai Kitchen, which is my favorite Thai restaurant in Indianapolis? Unbelievably exciting. Even with my lofty expectations, Bangkok does not disappoint. The options on the lunch buffet are plentiful and delicious, each bin kept hot and frequently filled. Some of the best dishes I've enjoyed were chicken eggplant, spicy basil fried rice, green beef curry, and beef pad see ew (wide noodles). As you'd expect, there's nothing beyond medium spicy on the buffet but they have several spicy sauces that you can add to reach your desired heat level. Oh and if you somehow resist getting the buffet, the lunch special is fantastic - soup, salad, spring roll, and a significantly-sized entree. For my money, Bangkok is the best Thai inside the boundaries of 465, competing directly with Thai Kitchen (Carmel) and Thai Spice (Greenwood). Long live Thai Jazz!

    (5)

  • Heather H.

    This place is gorgeous inside. If you are wanting to go out for Thai on a date, this should really be the place. I took a look at the wine list (though didn't order any this time), and they have a decent by the glass selection as well. I didn't look at the bottle list - will do so next time! There was some confusion when we were seated as to which server was taking care of us, but we honestly didn't even notice the delay. There were lapses in service later in the meal that were noticeable though, like when we had to wait a VERY noticeable amount of time to get food boxed up and get our check. I can say that I think they received an unexpected rush from the Yelp Bazaar and that no one was standing still. I was just sleepy, fussy, and wanting to go home and to bed. Important things like keeping my water filled were done throughout the meal. The food was delicious. We ordered two rice noodles dishes, the names of which I am forgetting right now - maybe pad woon sen and something else? Both were with tofu, and both were yummy. They were out of the wide rice noodles that one of the dishes was supposed to have, so they subbed a medium noodle. Not a big deal, it was still good. The price here is probably a dollar or two more than if you are heading out to the suburbs for Thai, but I'm willing to pay that for good food in date level ambiance, and also to not have to make the trek out to no mans land for Thai. Oh, and they have a very cool looking bar that we didn't get a chance to go into.

    (4)

  • Rashida A.

    I was going to give this place at least 4 if not 5 stars, I'll explain why I didn't... I was there with a colleague on a business trip and this was a little out of the way but we were tired of steak houses! The other Thai place in the area had already closed so we decided to walk to this place. At first we were a bit confused since it was completely empty... so we decided to sit at the bar area. Paula was the bartender for the night and she was awesome! We really enjoyed ourselves. I had a great lychee martini! The papaya salad was delicious. I also had the seafood red curry, again really good especially since I'm very picky with my veggies and they were great about substitutions. When we finished, I got the tab and put in the tip and signed it. Was not given the itemized receipt so I asked since those are always recommended for business expenses. The total didn't seem to be off so I didn't think anything of it until I just did my expense report. The total is off by an extra 73 cents (I've triple checked the math and asked another to verify). I'm not sure if computers can make this mistake but anything is possible. If I'm in the area I'll def visit this place again and see if this happens a second time. But for a first experience this did leave a bad feeling for me especially after such a great in restaurant experience. Also, no jazz, at least not on the Wednesday night we were there. Sum it up! The service at the bar was awesome (thank you Paula)! The place is a little dead since it seems to be just a little far from the main hustle and bustle of the city center but the food was def good. However, keep an eye on your tab, and do the math yourself before you sign the paper. 73 cents may not be a whole lot but in my opinion it's not ethical either. Hope this was a one time thing.

    (3)

  • Eddie C.

    I am not above eating at a buffet and when I heard there is a Thai buffet for lunch, I was pretty excited. Bangkok Restaurant fills a niche between standard buffet and sit-down lunch (which is slower), and does it quite well. Quick tip: Try to do an early lunch if you can be before the crowd gets there. Our group of 10 arrived between 11:15 and 11:30, and there were ample sitting and we were able to start right away. The crowd started to arrive around noon and you might have to wait a little. For the buffet selection, there were several entrees, a couple of curries, noodles (Pad Thai, Drunken Noodle), and soup & salad. Most of food was surprisingly mild, with the exception of green beans and the Tom Yum Soup (which was definitely hot). If you like spicy, you might be somewhat disappointed but you can always order entrees from the menu. Most of the food was quite good, with fresh ingredients and taste. Some of the entrees were also vegetarian-friendly. The only items that didn't work was Pad Thai (texture of the noodles didn't seem right and it wasn't tangy enough), and the curries (they pour ingredients into the curry rather than replacing the whole pot). But hey those are minor details for a lunch buffet. I know I had a good lunch and my co-workers did too. I hope to make it back for dinner to see if there is a difference. For now, I will definitely be back for lunch and it's worth the small price premium over fast food/other buffets.

    (4)

  • Nic J.

    Good but not great. Atmosphere was dark, with a nice little jazz duo playing. I ordered red curry, which was available in 5 levels if heat. I went with hot, which was level 3, and probably should have went with medium. The beef in it was really good, and the portions here are huge. My wife ordered drunken noodles, which she loved. Prices were reasonable, but I couldn't stop comparing the food to Siam Square, and they lost the comparison.

    (3)

  • Victoria R.

    I love Thai food and this restaurant blew Siam Square out of the water. My go to dish is always Pad Thai... had it my first time at a Thai place and I have found it very hard to stray from. I ordered mine at a 4 out of 5 spicy since other Yelpers had said that the spice level here was pretty weak and also convinced my dad to do the same (I think he got Pad See Ew). Mine was really well spiced but his was a little on the spicy side (also let me preface, we are from TX and can handle spicy food). It may have been a different chef than on other days. So if you like spicy, my advice would be get a 3 and add chili oil/paste to it if you need spicier. I am definitely going back and want to try the lunch buffet.

    (5)

  • Ashley P.

    Looking for a place to satisfy your taste for Thai in a comfortable setting? Look no further than this new addition downtown Indy that seamlessly pairs Thai food with jazz. The relaxing ambience includes candlelight dining in a part modern, part traditional setting that incorporates decor from Thailand. The menu is rather extensive, offering noodle, rice, specialty and curry entrees. I enjoyed the spring rolls and dumplings for an appetizer and the Chicken Eggplant Thailand for dinner, and Sticky Rice with Custard for dessert. The ingredients were fresh, portions generous, and prices reasonable. A return visit is going to be a must!

    (4)

  • Christin J.

    Very excited to have a new restaurant open up on Ohio street. The setting here is lovely - it's a nice space, beautifully renovated with lots of tables (always a plus in a downtown restaurant). We went on Thursday at about 5:00, so we were the only folks in the restaurant and the service was impeccable. House Merlot was nice, though we were a little disappointed with the local beer selection, but I applaud them for at least having a Triton and a Sun King available. We started with the Calamari. The breading was a little heavy for me, but overall a nice dish to start with. I had the mango curry, recommended by our server and really delicious. Rich flavor with many vegetables assisted by a nice portion of rice. I'm eager to try their noodle dishes as well (Drunken noodles was recommended by our server). All in all a lovely experience, we'll definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Brittany L.

    I visited the restaurant for the lunch buffet today. When we walked in, nearly all of the tables were dirty, which was kinda gross BUT it was nearly 1pm so their lunch rush had probably just left. We were seated quickly by the host and told if we wanted the buffet we could go ahead. The tables were all cleaned up during the time we were eating. I counted 3 servers, a bartender, and the host and they all seemed pretty on the ball. Our waters were refilled several times and the servers checked in at least 2-3 times to make sure everything was alright. Buffet was $9.99 (lunch specials are the same price) and had a large amount of vegetarian items with tofu, as well as chicken, pork, and beef dishes. There were about 10 entrees (including pad thai, basil fried rice, and thai spaghetti), 2 appetizers (calamari, veg/potato wontons, spring rolls), soup, salad, fruit, and a couple desserts. Temps were good for all the entrees, nothing was dried up, but most of them had been kind of picked over by the time we arrived. Like...the curry chicken was onions and peppers in sauce with not a bite of chicken to be found. Everything tasted good, if just slightly on the bland side, but that's to be expected with buffets. There are multiple hot sauce options to add if you like heat. I kinda liked the dessert I tried: Coconut Jelly. It's a 2-layered Jello-y dessert with shreds of coconut in it. My main complaint is that the spoons, small plates, and soup bowls really weren't clean (dinner plates were fine). I picked up 5 dessert plates and they all felt sticky/greasy, and 2 of 3 soup bowls had some sort of fuzz in the bottom. The spoons had "bits of crust" on them...those little dots that you can pick off with your fingernail. Hopefully these are "just opened issues" and the dish machine will get its kinks worked out fairly soon. The other odd thing is that there aren't chopsticks wrapped up with the silverware. REALLY nice decor too! Great ambiance. I will definitely return for dinner sometime soon.

    (3)

  • John H.

    Theres some crazy female server that works here, she has a shaved head and rides a mountain bike around town yelling crass things at people. She spoke in multiple accents during our dining experience and it was truly bazaar.

    (1)

  • Neda F.

    The crab Rangoon was amazing. Fast service. Great atmosphere. Fairly cheap. I love Siam square and didn't think I would like it as much, but this place is def better

    (4)

  • Luisanna R.

    The food was super amazing. We went for lunch as a group from work. There are a few girls I work with who are very picky eaters but we all had the lunch buffet and everyone was very satisfied with their food. Everyone said they would be happy to return and enjoy lunch again. It says a lot about a place if everyone in a large group enjoys their meal. The service was really great and friendly. I will be back. I only wish they had the buffet for dinner. I would be there once a week for some good quick Thai food.

    (5)

  • Bobby N.

    There are not a lot of options for Thai food downtown. This place makes terrific curry. The decor and dining room layout are a little confusing to me with an outer ring surrounding a sunken area. But, the attentive service and terrific curry quickly causes me to forget about anything except the great experience. Did I say, I love the curry? I love the curry!

    (4)

  • Amber P.

    A friend of mine and myself had lunch there today. I didn't realize the had a lunch buffett and I wasn't expecting that.... we didn't get the buffett, we got the lunch menu items and I must say their Pad Thai was pretty stellar. We were glad to be by the bar as the buffett area had an odd smell to it. I'd say it was pretty okay. Very busy during lunch.

    (3)

  • Jason O.

    New addition to the lunch rotation and I have to say that it was a great addition. For 10 dollars you can order a lunch entree from the menu or choose the buffet. Our group all went for the lunch buffet. Starting off they have a very nice salad bar. Not totally comprehensive but quite a few choices and very fresh. For the main dishes I believe there were 6-8 entrees, spring rolls, and soup on the buffet. I will say that you will give up some attributes in the food by choosing the buffet as compared to ordering off the menu at say Siam Square for example mostly in the area of texture. The flavors were very good but the food on the buffet seemed a little mushy perhaps a little over cooked comparatively. We were the first group in the restaurant for lunch so the food couldn't have been sitting for that long. This could be expected when the food is being cooked on a much larger scale. What you do give up in texture you gain in spades in quantity. One of my lunch mates was elated to be able to bring a stack of spring rolls back to the table. All in all a great Thai buffet.

    (4)

  • Jake M.

    The lunch buffet is killer as are the menu items (stir fries in particular). I love the pad kra prao with ground chicken, spiced extra thai hot..their laab gai is great too..one of the top thai places in indy as most are americanized beyond belief compared to other major cities and even Bloomington an hour south...but this one holds it ground!

    (5)

  • Dawn Z.

    The restaurant is beautiful inside. Service was friendly and welcoming. They kept our drinks filled and plates cleared, even during the busy lunch hour. We came for the lunch buffet which is from 11-1:30. We got there right at 11 which was good because by about 11:30-11:45 it was packed. The buffet had a lot of choices including vegetarian options and plenty of dipping sauces, peanuts and hot pepper on the side. Dessert choices included fresh watermelon and fried bananas. Fridays they also have mini cheesecake squares. They also have lunch entrees if you don't dig buffets. But for 9.99, it was a great deal! P.S. Try the Thai honey mustard salad dressing - it's delicious!

    (4)

  • Tiffany H.

    Oh man. While Siam Square will always have a special place in my heart as the best Thai in Indy, this place definitely gives them a run for their money. The atmosphere is great. A little fancy, yet somehow laidback at the same time. I would even venture to say that the Drunken Noodles were the best I've EVER had. So so good. They are a little shy on the spice, so don't be afraid to ask for a little extra kick (watch yourself, though, this is coming from a girl that has eaten Franks on a saltine).

    (4)

  • Kendra W.

    Great place! The food is delicious and the atmosphere is unique. I highly recommend the Pad Thai. In addition, they have a great lunch buffet you should check out if you are downtown.

    (5)

  • Ron S.

    I was home for a bit and was keen on giving this place a try--after all, when I think of Thai food, I think of....jazz? Ok, maybe this is a bizarre combination, but I was willing to give it a shot since there is a dearth of decent Thai food in Indy. First, the decor is very much a mixture of a cocktail bar with Thai accents. Don Draper wouldn't look out of place there. The food itself was a bit bland (and we ordered the food Thai hot) and about 1-2 dollars per entree more than it's worth. We ordered standard fare like drunken noodles, masaman curry, seafood soup, spring roll appetizers, etc. The lone winner was the golden tofu, which I could snack on all day. Our server was a bit too overzealous in asking if we were done with individual entrees and cleaning up, but overall the service was good. I'll definitely want to come back to assess the jazz and see if it measures up to chatterbox, but I think I'll pass on coming back for the food and just go to Siam Square for now.

    (3)

  • Dustin W.

    Best Thai spot in the city. Dishes come w/ actual Thai heat. Many amazing jazz musicians on the regular. Rotating tap of great draft options. Owned and operated by Chef who is Thai. Awesome place

    (5)

  • Molly S.

    I'm so excited to have a new Thai restaurant in downtown Indy- a place severely lacking Thai food. Bangkok is in a great location, and the space is warm, cozy, and inviting. There's an impressive wine wall, good drink selections, and a very full menu. I went for dinner, and we ordered the spring rolls as our appetizer and pad see ew as my entree. Both were absolutely delicious. The service was incredible- our waiter, Nathaniel, checked in a few times, answered all our menu questions, and was attentive the entire evening. The jazz in the bar of the restaurant is just one more bonus to the atmosphere here. I will be back- highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Cassandra W.

    This place is pretty cool. I was skeptical for sure when I read Bangkok & Jazz in the same sentence but it was actually pretty cool. This place is very nice, with great, authentic, 'expensive' Thai decor. The lighting was good, which I consider a perk.. no one needs to see my face in bright lighting while I'm chowing on my favorite cuisine. I love thai food and when I get a craving for it, it must be satisfied. I got my staple, Pad kea mow, along with an appetizer. Both were delicious and good portions. The service was great and the kids menu choices were better than most Thai restaurants. This is a great place, definitely check it out!

    (4)

  • Peter P.

    This is a great place for a weekday lunch. They have a huge buffet with several curries and noodle dishes. Reasonably priced as well. This place has just opened and can get pretty packed. I don't know if the crowds will die down as time passes (the novelty wears off) or if it will be even more crazy crowded as the word gets out. Time will tell...

    (4)

  • Jason S.

    My wife & I had dinner here at 6:30 pm on a Friday night. We were seated immediately and greeted by James, our waiter, who was extremely personable. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided excellent recommendations in both wine and entrees. We were delighted with both. The restaurant started to fill up about 7 pm but the service continued to be very good. Our table was cleared and check brought in a timely manner. The jazz groups play from 7-10 on Friday & Saturday nights but we had other plans and couldn't stay. We did like the way the jazz bar is separated by glass from the restaurant so the music is not overwhelming. We recommend this venue and plan to return again soon.

    (5)

  • Jennifer P.

    Love that there is a good Thai place downtown!! I have been here twice now and loved it both times. We went with family last weekend, had a party of 9 and had awesome service. Everyone enjoyed their meal, even the kids. Their wine list by the glass is pretty decent, would love to see more local craft beers though. Today I went for the lunch buffet. There was a good variety of options an all were fresh and kept full. This was a great way to try some new things. I will definitely be coming back soon!

    (4)

  • Alicia F.

    I'm so happy that a good thai place has opened downtown! I live nearby and was curious, so we went for dinner on a Saturday night. The decor is great, and the wait staff was super nice and attentive. We ordered appetizers and entrees, and I was pretty happy with what we got. The prices are great -- nothing much over $12 (some seafood dishes are more expensive) on the dinner menu, and it was all fresh cooked. I had the drunken noodles, and my husband had the mango shrimp curry -- both good,

    (4)

  • Daniel M.

    Tried the lunch buffet today and I am very surprised by the quality and authentic taste. You see jazz bar and Thai and wonder what you are going to get, but its a pleasant romantic type atmosphere and the food is a great surprise and change to the other places for a quick lunch. The vegetarian options are carried as well with the buffet and its across from another vegetarian gem with the downtown Indian. Try it and I don't think you will be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Rachael L.

    Wait a second...jazz and Thai food go together? After visiting this new joint, the definitive answer is YES they do! This is a place to take a step away from the hussle and bussle, sit down with those you enjoy most, and devour a geat Thai dish. The noise level was low and so was the lighting. Soft Jazz music played in the background to add to the ambiance. When it comes to Thai food, I have my go-to dishes. However, my green curry was so delicious, I have a feeling you can't go wrong with anything else on the menu. If I werent surrounded by dinner guests, I would have licked my bowl clean! What a great addition to downtown Indianapolis!

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 10

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Lunch
    Parking : Garage, Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Classy
    Noise Level : Average
    Music : Live
    Good For Dancing : No
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Happy Hour : No
    Best Nights : Fri, Sat
    Coat Check : No
    Smoking : No
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Dogs Allowed : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

Bangkok Restaurant & Jazz Bar

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