Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok introduces Alex Dilling at Lord Jim’s, a bold new culinary chapter at its iconic riverside restaurant.
Alex Dilling at Lord Jim’s brings a distinctive new dimension to the diverse culinary landscape of Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok. With a focus on flavour, atmosphere, sustainability, and story, it offers today’s conscious diner an experience that complements the hotel’s gastronomic offerings – from timeless classics to bold contemporary expressions.
A Bold New Chapter
The new restaurant promises a fresh, more relaxed take on luxury dining led by acclaimed two-Michelin-starred chef Alex Dilling.
Following a residency at Le Normandie in 2024 and early 2025, during which he was awarded a Michelin star, chef Dilling returns to present his first permanent concept in Thailand, one rooted in the traditions of Provençal cooking and reimagined with global flair.
A Refined Affair for Business Travellers
The new dining experience at Lord Jim’s combines open-fire grilling, French-inspired comfort food, and a convivial, sharing-style approach that redefines fine dining for the modern guest. It begins with elegant starters such as mozzarella Barbajuan; organic crudités with Caesar dip; and Japanese sea bream in cucumber gazpacho.
Signature mains like whole roasted chicken with maitake mushrooms and foie gras; and grilled dry-aged Côte de Bœuf served with Café de Paris butter, bone marrow, and Béarnaise, reflect the chef’s classical French roots while embracing bold, contemporary flavours.
Side dishes such as duck fat triple-cooked hash browns elevate the experience further, while sustainably sourced ingredients, including produce from the hotel’s own organic gardens, add depth and richness throughout.
A curated by-the-glass wine list, designed to encourage exploration, complements the experience alongside a bespoke cocktail menu developed in collaboration with the hotel’s award-winning The Bamboo Bar.
A Haven of Innovation
Supporting chef Dilling, chef George Kay played a key role in securing two Michelin stars for Dilling’s namesake restaurant and, more recently, led Le Normandie during Dilling’s Bangkok residency. He now brings his leadership and passion to Lord Jim’s as chef de cuisine.
Since 1976, Lord Jim’s has been a landmark of culinary excellence on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. With this exciting new concept for dinner, the restaurant enters a new era, where traditional craftsmanship meets contemporary expression, and every element of the dining experience is designed to linger long after the final course.
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