Bangkok’s dining scene is never short of excitement, but LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar at INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit has truly raised the bar. Perched across the 33^rd and 34^th floors, it is more than a restaurant — it is a lifestyle destination where food, design and sustainability meet. Guests can savour authentic Spanish tapas alongside wines, beer on tap, cocktails, signature sangrias, spirits, mocktails and more, all while soaking up the city skyline. In a spectacle unlike any other, diners on the 33^rd floor can peer directly into the bottom of the hotel’s infinity pool above, adding a playful twist to the experience.

On the 34^th floor, a contemporary interpretation of Bangkok’s iconic Giant Swing creates a striking design feature, blending local culture with modern flair. For anyone searching for a tapas bar in Bangkok, LUZ is the place that fuses Spanish tradition with Thai energy, delivering one of the most innovative dining experiences in the city.

The Concept of LUZ

LUZ means light in Spanish and the name fits perfectly. The space is bright, buzzing and stylish. Tapas keep the mood social and relaxed. It is the kind of place where sangria at sunset feels completely natural. The setting makes it one of the most memorable spots for rooftop dining in Bangkok, combining atmosphere with authenticity.

The Showstopper: Plankton Rice

The star of the menu is LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar plankton rice, created by three Michelin starred Spanish chef Ángel León, known as El Chef del Mar. León has made waves in marine gastronomy and plankton is his secret ingredient.

The rice arrives vivid emerald in colour, infused with pure marine phytoplankton, and tastes like the sea captured in a dish. It is bold, different and unforgettable. For diners in Bangkok it is a chance to taste cutting edge Spanish innovation without leaving Asia. Prepared in accordance with Chef León’s techniques and using the same premium grade phytoplankton used at his acclaimed restaurant Aponiente in Cádiz, the dish is offered in limited quantities daily at LUZ.

A Limited Run with Global Significance

Plankton Rice will be available exclusively at LUZ from 30 December 2025 to 31 January 2026. This one month run crowns the 33^rd and 34^th floors of INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit and marks León’s first collaboration in Asia. For Bangkok diners, it is a rare chance to experience a dish that has redefined modern gastronomy.

The Story Behind Plankton Rice

Ángel León’s pioneering work at Aponiente has earned three Michelin Stars and a Michelin Green Star for its commitment to sustainability. His philosophy is simple yet radical. The ocean can feed us in ways we have barely imagined. He has turned ocean research into high cuisine, discovering new sea ingredients, cultivating marine plants and using previously overlooked marine products.

Plankton Rice is his signature creation. By using pure marine phytoplankton, packed with protein, fibre and omega 3 fatty acids, he brings the flavour of the ocean directly to the plate while reducing reliance on conventional seafood. After years of research, León became the first chef in the world to obtain authorisation to use 100 percent natural food grade phytoplankton in cuisine.

His groundbreaking research has also focused on cultivating eelgrass, a marine plant that produces small edible seeds behaving much like rice or quinoa. These grains absorb the flavour of the sea and offer potential as a new model of sustainable food production. Eelgrass salt water meadows require no freshwater irrigation, pesticides or arable land, resources heavily consumed by conventional rice and cereal crops. They also sequester large amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, making them a powerful ally in the fight against climate change.

Events and Experiences

LUZ will host Stars of the Sea, a world class culinary journey on 29 December 2025, featuring both Chef León and Juan Ignacio García Racionero, known as Chef Nacho, LUZ’s chef de cuisine. Organised by Meliá Hotels International, the event will showcase León’s marine philosophy alongside Nacho’s Spanish tapas with soul. It is open to the public but with limited seats available by registration only.

This event sets the tone for LUZ as more than just a restaurant. It is a stage for storytelling, artistry and sustainability. Dining becomes theatre and dialogue. Guests not only taste extraordinary food but also glimpse a future in which part of our food system could shift from land to sea.

Lifestyle Positioning

LUZ is designed for the modern traveller who sees dining as part of their lifestyle. It is not just about eating but about connecting, sharing and discovering. The tapas format encourages social interaction while the rooftop setting makes every meal an occasion. For those who love rooftop dining in Bangkok, LUZ offers one of the most striking views in the city.

Why It Matters

• Tapas Bar in Bangkok with authentic Spanish flair
• Rooftop dining in Bangkok with panoramic city views
• Tapas culture that encourages sharing and connecting
• Sustainability at the heart of the menu
• Seamlessly tied to the INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit lifestyle hotel

LUZ is not just a restaurant. It is a movement. Innovation meets sustainability and dining becomes part of your lifestyle story. For guests at INNSiDE by Meliá it is the crown jewel, the place where the future of food is served today. Whether you are searching for a Tapas Bar in Bangkok or the best rooftop dining in Bangkok, LUZ delivers both with flair.

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