K by Vicky Cheng

located on the 56th floor of the empire building, definitely you get one of the most amazing view of the city. the environment is beautiful and service is meeting the expectation. this review is from their soft-opening but i believe it’s still relevant. overall everything is delicious, good portion and satisfying. i especially liked their dim sum which are pretty authentic cantonese. knowing the background of the chef vicky cheng, i think its worth giving this place a try if you are in BKK, at least its CP value is higher as compare to his other outlets elsewhere.

Lunch with a view We decided to book K by Vicky Cheng on sunday morning and we managed to get a table for 3 for lunch. Parking is at empire building. There is a specific area/ lift for EA so pls follow the sign. Food was excellent. The prawn specifically was cooked perfectly. Dim sum is to die for. I highly recommend abalone siu mai. Service unfortunately is sub-par. Overall experience is slow. And waitresses are so confused. Pricing is on an upper side. But then again, it is to be expected. We spent c. 1,500 baht per person. Verdict - i would be returning for sure but maybe after the service has improved.

All the dishes were delicious, especially the dim sum menu. The restaurant offers a great view of Bangkok and has a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere. Prices for lunch set are very reasonable for the quality you get. Service by K. Kris was excellent!

“Senses working overtime” is what you will experience before, during, and after a meal at K by Vicky Cheng – a newish eatery in the restaurant network run by Hong Kong Michelin-star chef, Vicky Cheng (VC). Sitting high on the 56th floor of the Empire Building in Bangkok’s Chong Nonsi district, K by VC delivers a fun, surprising, unforgettable, all-sense stimulating dining experience. The K by VC sensory journey begins on the ground floor. Guests are invited to walk through a mysterious passageway to the lift lobby. Like the entrance, the spacious lift catches the eye with its elaborate decorations, a large chair, and splashes of gold paint. From the lift, diners walk into a grand lobby and are welcomed to the dining area and bar, which is long, majestic, and has wall-to-ceiling glass providing panoramic views of the city and the Chao Phraya River. The design, layout, and view are breathtaking. K by VC is a far cry from the 70-baht noodle stalls that are my normal, natural happy places - but changing it up is good for the mind, body, and taste buds. My pulse raced as we walked to a private dining room booked by our kind friends from Manila. This space was equally spectacular from the incredible view of Silom Road, to the massive round table, stunning light fittings, and chichi plates and cutlery. A tasting menu was the order of the day, featuring Chef Cheng’s French-cuisine-inspired takes on classic Cantonese and Thai cuisine dishes. Being brought up on Cantonese food and now living in Bangkok, the menu was right up my alley, and I couldn’t wait to tuck in. As someone who often eats too fast, I had to pace myself because dining at K by VC is a marathon, not a sprint – slow and steady is a must because the vast tasting menu covers a lot of ground and satisfies all taste buds. Just as parents find it hard to pick a favorite child, it was hard to pick a favorite dish, but here are some that were “more favorite” than others. Although it looked like an alien creature on a plate, the Chiu Chow Style Raw Ama Ebi (a deconstructed prawn?) was a showstopper for the visuals alone – I also liked the freshness of the dish. The char siu Iberico was another fave. Char siu is a class-A comfort food for me, and this Iberico pork version was tender, juicy (the right amount of fat), well-seasoned, and marinated. Two slices weren’t enough – I might sell an organ for more of this stuff. “Small in size, but huge in flavor” describes the smoked duck tongue, which also made a deep impression. Grilled squid served over an emerald-green Sichuan pepper sauce was also jaw-dropping. Char-grilled squid paired with a hot’ish, peppery, sweet’ish green sauce is a combo that delivers big time. Like the menu and restaurant layout, the service was top-class. While I didn’t get his name, five stars to our host (a gentleman with a buzzcut haircut) who could not have done more to look after us. He was knowledgeable, amiable, and helped carry leftovers to our cab – what a star! The entire K by VC meal experience was five-star, and I look forward to what’s coming next in his gastronomical adventures.

Amazing luncheon at K by Vicky Cheng Had a fantastic lunch at K by Vicky Cheng today with my business friends. The ambiance is stunning, sophisticated, stylish, and offering beautiful city views. The attention to detail in the decor complements the exceptional dining experience. The set lunch is a standout, thoughtfully curated, well-executed, and surprisingly reasonable for the quality and portion size. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. The crab dish, in particular, was a highlight, rich, aromatic, and incredibly satisfying. A special mention to Jerry, the manager, who took great care of us throughout the meal. His attentiveness and warm hospitality elevated our experience even further. Overall, K by Vicky Cheng delivers on both food and service, making it an excellent choice for a business lunch or a refined dining experience. Would definitely return!

☆☆☆☆☆ Food ☆☆☆☆☆ Atmosphere ☆☆☆☆ Service ☆☆☆☆ Value We found K by Vicky to be an oversea collaboration of a Michelin-star chef in Hong Kong. This restaurant perched on 56th floor has a great view of the city’s skyline. The Cantonese dishes are delicately made and served piping hot. We ordered quite a few and all were delicious. The crab with sticky rice in pot is huge portion, enough for 4 persons. There is a good deal for lunch set, but we ordered a la carte. For reserving a private room, had to deposit THB 6,000 which is big sum. To get to K by Vicky Cheng at Empire office building is a bit confusing, follow the sign says “EA”, and take one of 2 lifts dedicated to the various restaurants in the high rise, which K by Vicky Cheng is one of them. There is parking at the Empire building. Or take the skytrain and get off at Chong Nonsi station within a short walk on the overpass with direct passage to the building.

The food was amazing, perfectly cooked! That Sichuan river prawn was incredible, and the portions were huge. Everything was so good! Khun Joe (Manager) and Khun Nanny, especially, were fantastic – great service and recommendations, and they even took our picture. This was one of the best birthday dinners ever.

Lovely meal made even better by the service of Khun Kris, our host. The signature prawn with olive leave is to die for. The roast pork was so scrumptious. And the view is top-notch!