The story
Housed in a historic Bangkok building that once served as a Chinese pharmacy and opium den, Potong offers a sophisticated bridge between the past and the present. Chef Pam Pichaya Soontornyanakij leads this fine-dining destination, where the menu celebrates Thai-Chinese fusion through inventive techniques and playful presentations. Whether you are seated in the heart of Chinatown, the atmosphere remains as storied as the cuisine.
The kitchen displays impressive range, with standout plates like the Crispy Butter Ball, succulent duck, and the elegant Coconut Cake Palace Dessert. Creator *Cosa mangiamo oggi?* lauded the restaurant’s unexpected approach to tradition, specifically highlighting the Pad Thai with Flag of Thailand as a memorable reinterpretation of the iconic dish. From the Crispy Rice served in a porcelain bowl to the unique Ice Cube Dessert, Potong provides a truly distinctive culinary journey.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2025.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 7 dish mentions say about the food
Potong’s duck earns unanimous praise, with reviewers calling it the star of the menu. The overall vibe is one of confident, comforting excellence that makes every bite feel special.
“The duck is insane. What's more Chinese than a duck?”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Potong. Most active: Cosa mangiamo oggi?
Potong is a unique fine-dining experience in Bangkok's Chinatown, set in a historic family home that was once a Chinese pharmacy and opium den, where chef Pam Pichaya Soontornyanakij serves a creative Thai-Chinese fusion menu with standout dishes like the upgraded Pad Thai and the playful palace dessert.
Dishes mentioned
Crispy Butter Ball
It's a crispy fried ball, greasy but delicious. They give you three cards that explain the service style — we chose the long version where they tell you all the stories behind the dishes. The skin is super crunchy, it looks like fish but it's actually butter disguised as fish.
Scallop
This scallop looks delicious. They recommended we do 'scarpetta' — wiping the plate with bread — but who do they think they're dealing with?
- Pad Thai with Flag of Thailand
Crispy Rice in Porcelain Bowl
The rice is cooked inside this porcelain bowl, so the bottom is crispy. You have to mix everything with the vegetables they brought and the — I imagine this will be super spicy. No easy, no easy — the last one is a bit spicy.
Duck
The duck is insane. What's more Chinese than a duck?
