Hyde and Seek Gastro Bar Review

Tucked off in a small corner right behind Plaza Athenee is Hyde and Seek Gastro Bar. The restaurant can easily be located from Wireless road (Just make sure you avoid the evening traffic!). I have heard about the place from a couple of magazines and online reviews, and there has been nothing but praise written about this "Gastro Bar."

Parking was easy and although we didn't make reservations, there was a nice seat next to the bar. Even on a Tuesday evening the place was packed with everyone from Expats, young trendy Thais as well as large families. This will be a review for Hyde and Seek Gastro Bar. 

Sample of the Food and Pricing

Now from the moment we sat down, the friendly bartenders presented us with the food and drinks menu. I told the friendly man with a smile what types of flavors I enjoyed and within a few minutes I was sipping on "St. Tropez Smash" and "Fluffy Fiesta." Two light and fruity cocktails which were some of the best I have had in Bangkok. 

Complimentary Bread and Butter

I did not plan on dining at Hyde and Seek that night, but lucky me! It was Burgers and Beer Tuesday. Apparently every Tuesday they grill up som of the "Best Burgers In Bangkok." Well, I'll have to put that to the test since I have tried some pretty finger-licking good burgers.

My Blue Cheese Burger(Can't remember he exact name, help?"

Mandatory "Half Cut" Photo

Gruyere Macaroni and Cheese

The burger came with a side of fries and was too large to fit in my (big) mouth. So I had to resort to using a knife and fork to slowly dwindle it down until I could properly eat it. The bun was crispy and toasted, the beef was juicy inside but seared and crispy on the outside and the combination of nuts and cheese made every bite a tasty one. My one gripe? The burger came cold to the touch. I was wondering if they had made it and left it on the pass for a good 20 minutes for it to turn cold. 

The Gruyere Macaroni and Cheese was also well done, although a bit on the dry side.

The food here is definitely refined and you can taste the quality of ingredients that they put into the dishes. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also very laid back. There is outdoor as well as indoor seating. Perfect place to bring a date!

Dessert Menu

We had tried to order a Tiramisu but they didn't have any left, so we went with the H&S Chocolate Indulgence to end on a sweet note. The dessert could not really compete with some other establishments, it was really just average. The portion was small and the cake tasted a bit bland.

Overall Hyde and Seek Gastro Bar is a place where I could see myself coming back to eat in the future. They have  large selection of cocktails as well as wines, the food is above average and the atmosphere makes you just want to lounge around all night. Best burgers in Bangkok? Not really. One of th better ones? Definitely. The entire dinner which consisted of two drinks, a burger, the macaroni dish, mashed potatoes and dessert came to around 1800 Baht.

Bangkok Gastronomy
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Hyde and Seek Gastro Bar (4/5) BBBB
(http://www.hydeandseek.com/)