WHY GO? Indian Host is a mid-range eatery that has become popular with Bangkok’s Indian community since its 2008 opening. North Indian favourites are executed competently while an Indian-Chinese fusion menu offers less conventional fare.

WHAT TO ORDER? Start with mix tandoori kebab platter. A gift to the indecisive, the dish features chicken, lamb, fish and prawn kebabs, all cooked in traditional style in the restaurant’s clay oven. Samosas, either stuffed with vegetables or lamb and served with a robust and fruity tamarind sauce, are another satisfying appetiser. Also from the tandoor is kabuli raan, a house favourite billed as a soft and tender lamb kebab that largely succeeds in what it sets out to do. Butter chicken is an indulgent delight, with a creamy, slightly sour sauce that is perfect for mopping up with the restaurant’s excellent naan. The more adventurous may wish to try the restaurant’s Indian-Chinese fusion menu, which includes dishes cooked in blends of spices from both cuisines.

The wine selection is limited, though there are some reasonable labels on offer. Beer may prove a better option for many.