Le Bouchon

Description:

• This hush-hush little French bistro is the kind of place that gets packed with French expats on lunch breaks and makes a great little candlelit venue in the evening. Since it's right in the thick of Patpong, you'll have to elbow your way past the hordes of sex show touts and cat-calling lady-boys to get there, but that is part of the fun. The food is delicious, though the rich sauces used can make the main courses rather heavy going -- go for the goat cheese salad or poached salmon for lighter options. There are also classic French desserts such as pears poached in wine. The chalkboard features daily specials, and the wine list is quite thorough. Lunches and dinner here can linger on -- the food's so good, you may not want to leave. Bon appetit.

• © Frommer's 2012

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Highly Recommended 2010