Restaurant Spotlight: Banng At Gurgaon Turns Thai Flavours Into A Performance Of Taste
Sawasdee kha to bold and inventive Thai dining
08 Sep, 2025 by Shreem Nema
Banng in Gurgaon isn’t serving your usual green curry and pad thai. Co-created by 2 Michelin-star chef Garima Arora and restaurateur Riyaaz Amlani, with chef Manav leading the kitchen, this bold new space reimagines Thai dining with an inventive flair. Inside its red-accented interiors, the menu twists tradition with dishes like Tom Kha pani puri and Thai crab omelette, yet stays true to authentic flavours. Add playful cocktails and high-energy vibes, and Banng becomes one of the most exciting Thai food restaurants in Gurgaon.
During the day, Banng feels lively with bold red and blue accents setting the tone, while by night the energy shifts as dim lighting hits the red walls and highlights its cultural murals and striking elephant sculptures. The atmosphere channels the vibrancy of Bangkok’s nightlife, bringing that spirit to Gurgaon in a refined setting. With its immersive design and dynamic atmosphere, Banng sets a new benchmark for fine dining restaurants in Gurgaon.
The food at Banng delivers exactly what its vibrant setting promises. Start with their Thai fried chicken from the Banng Bites menu, crispy, spiced well, and a great opener. For something lighter and more experimental, try the Tom Kha Pani Puri, where the classic coconut broth gets a sharp, flavourful twist.
The Bangkong Yang, an appetiser that is packed in charred smoky flavours, perfectly bridges the gap between snacks and main entrée. If you’re leaning towards something fresh, the Toss My Yum Salad balances spice and tang beautifully, keeping it light yet full of character. These starters reflect the restaurant’s approach, authentic Thai with inventive presentation, making Banng stand out among Thai food restaurants in Gurgaon.
In the mains, the Lamb Pad Cha deserves attention. Stir-fried with Thai herbs, peppercorns, and chilli, it’s bold and layered, perfect for those who like spice-forward dishes. To round it out, explore the rice selection, especially the Ting Tong Crazy Fried Rice, which lives up to its playful name with flavour and punch. Banng’s mains manage to stay true to Thai roots while bringing enough creativity to compete with the finest offerings in fine dining restaurants in Gurgaon.
Desserts at Banng are an even playing field; each one holds its own. The Lod Chong Bingsu comes refreshing and textured, while the DIY Ice Cream Taco Cart is interactive and fun. But if you want to end on a truly authentic note, the Sago Nom Sod captures Thai tradition in its simplest, most satisfying form. With a concise list of sweets that avoids overcomplication, Banng proves that even the finish can be as memorable as the mains.
The cocktail selection at Banng especially stands out in its unique way. The drinks are artistry, bridging Thai flavours with modern mixology in ways that surprise without overdoing it. The Mo-Ma is the undisputed highlight, balanced, refreshing, and striking in presentation. Tuk-Tuk Drift is marked as the chef’s special for a reason. The beverage menu ties in seamlessly with the food, delivering the same sense of creativity and playful quirk that defines Banng as a whole.
Cost for two: ₹ 2500
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A storyteller at heart, Shreem is a writer who finds magic in life's smallest moments. She devours stories in every form, movies, shows, books, or comics; she loves diving into narratives that spark imagination. She often geeks out on space and food trivia, and loves travelling while learning about new cultures and languages.
