“It’s A Feeling That’s Coming Back After 10 Years,” Gaggan Anand On Winning Asia’s Best Restaurant 2025

On March 25, the 13th edition of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants took place at the Grand Hyatt in Seoul, South Korea, in a spectacular ceremony. With the selection of two restaurants, India made a notable appearance among the esteemed names on the list. Indian Accent in New Delhi took 46th place, while Mask in Mumbai held 19th rank. However, Gaggan, a pioneering restaurant in Bangkok operated by Kolkata-born chef Gaggan Anand, attracted the most attention.

Gaggan Anand Reclaims No. 1 Spot At Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by The Worlds 50 Best Restaurants (@theworlds50best)

The biggest headline of the night belonged to Gaggan Anand. His Bangkok-based restaurant, Gaggan, reclaimed the No. 1 spot, solidifying its place as the best restaurant in Asia once again. This marks the fifth time the Kolkata-born chef’s revolutionary dining space has been crowned the continent’s best, a feat achieved by very few in the industry. 

The restaurant was also awarded the title of Best Restaurant in Thailand 2025. Adding to his legacy, Gaggan Anand’s second venture, the exclusive Gaggan at Louis Vuitton in Bangkok, also found a place on the coveted list, ranking 31st. This victory is particularly special for Gaggan Anand, whose restaurant has seen its share of ups and downs since its first win in 2015. 

Also Read: Move Over Boring Snacks! This Chole Tikki Bowl Is A Must-Try For Sweet, Sour & Spicy Flavours

Anand’s Reaction To The Historic 5th Win

Gaggan Anand, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, shared his joy and gratitude in a conversation with the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Reflecting on his win, he said, “It’s a feeling that’s coming back after 10 years.” This win was particularly special for Anand, given the strong competition from the top five restaurants.

However, what made this victory even more meaningful was the validation it brought to his approach to dining. The Gaggan experience is nothing like traditional fine dining. With only 14 seats in a cosy yet extravagant setting, the restaurant offers a feast where food, music, and entertainment come together.

“This win has given me a lot of confidence,” Gaggan said, acknowledging the validation of his radical ideas and his confidence in his direction. He added that the secret to his success lies in staying true to one’s beliefs, constantly evolving, and never compromising on authenticity. At Gaggan, he creates his own version of fine dining, one that challenges the norms and pushes boundaries.

For Gaggan Anand, this honour is proof of a vision that has captured the attention of people all over the world.

Cover Image Courtesy: Gaggan Anand/Instagram