Chef’s Table in Sathorn: A Nightly Surprise Menu at Brasserie 9

Quick answer: For a chef’s table in Sathorn, Brasserie 9 has a Chefs’ Table: a surprise menu prepared each night by one of the resident chefs in Chef de Cuisine Hervé Frérard’s kitchen. The dishes are not on the printed menu, so call 02 234 2588 or book on Chope and ask for the Chef’s Table. The restaurant is at 27 Soi Sathorn 6 and is open daily from 11:30 to midnight.

What is a chef’s table?

A chef’s table is a meal where the kitchen chooses the dishes for you, usually served course by course, so the evening follows the chef’s ideas instead of a printed menu. In Bangkok the name covers counter seats beside an open kitchen as well as surprise menus served in a dining room.

How does the Chefs’ Table at Brasserie 9 work?

Brasserie 9 describes its Chefs’ Table as surprise fare, prepared each night by one of the restaurant’s resident chefs. The kitchen decides the dishes on the night, so they are not printed on the à la carte menu.

• Ask when you book. Call 02 234 2588 or reserve on Chope and ask for the Chef’s Table.
• Mention allergies early. The menu is a surprise, so tell the team about allergies or foods you avoid when you book.
• Or choose your own dishes. If you would rather order yourself, the full à la carte menu is served every day.

Who leads the kitchen at Brasserie 9?

The kitchen is led by Chef de Cuisine Hervé Frérard, a French chef with more than 30 years in Europe and Asia who has cooked for Queen Elizabeth II and President François Mitterrand. His full story, from Chefs Club in New York, Aspen and Taipei to his work with the Royal Project Foundation in Thailand, is in Chef Hervé Frérard: thirty years of French cooking, now in Sathorn.

Can a group book a set menu by Chef Hervé?

Yes. For private events, Brasserie 9’s brochure lists an Authentic French Set Menu, crafted by Chef Hervé from seasonal ingredients, from a starter to dessert. It starts from ฿1,200 per person. Rooms range from The Glass Room for up to 15 guests to rooms for 50 or more on the 2nd floor. See the rooms and send an enquiry on the private dining rooms page.

Hours, contact and booking

• Address. 27 Soi Sathorn 6, Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500. You can also enter from Silom Soi 3. Open in Google Maps.
• Hours. Open daily, 11:30 to 00:00.
• Late tables. For a booking after 22:00, call first to confirm the kitchen’s last order.
• Phone. 02 234 2588. Email brasserie9@gourmethouse.co.th.
• Book. Reserve a table on Chope.

Frequently asked questions

1. What does Chef de Cuisine mean?

Chef de Cuisine is the French title for the head of a kitchen. At Brasserie 9 it is Hervé Frérard’s title: he sets the menus and leads the kitchen team.

2. Is there parking at Brasserie 9?

Yes. Guests get complimentary parking, with limited spaces on a first come, first served basis. Without a car, BTS Chong Nonsi and Sala Daeng are a few minutes away on foot, and you can also enter from Silom Soi 3.

3. Can the kitchen cook vegetarian or vegan dishes?

Yes. Brasserie 9 offers a selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Tell the team about any diet or allergy when you book so the kitchen can plan for it.

4. Can I pair the dishes with wine?

Yes. Brasserie 9 has a wine list from vineyards around the world and in-house sommeliers who can suggest a wine for each dish. The wine list is on the restaurant’s Our Menus page.

5. Can I bring children?

Yes. Brasserie 9 welcomes families and children, so a family celebration can include the younger guests.