Ministry of Crab · Restaurant · Bangkok
Ministry of Crab brings its Sri Lankan mud crab tradition to Sukhumvit Soi 31, near Phrom Phong
Ministry of Crab brings one of Asia's most celebrated seafood concepts to Bangkok, on Sukhumvit Soi 31 near Phrom Phong. The original opened in Colombo in 2011, founded by Sri Lankan chef Dharshan Munidasa alongside cricket legends Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara, and the Bangkok outpost - which arrived in 2019 - carries the same idea: let premium crab take center stage, cooked simply and served without fuss.
The Bangkok room centers on long, family-style dining tables that echo the original Colombo restaurant, inside the Sam-ed building on Soi 31, with a dedicated wine cellar stocked to pair with seafood. It is casual and communal, built for big group dinners.
Mud crab is the whole point. Crabs are graded by weight - from half a kilo up to the giant specimens - and cooked into the signatures that made the brand: garlic chilli crab, pepper crab and spicy Thai basil crab, with prawns and other seafood alongside. You order by size, roll up your sleeves, and get to work.
This is a destination booking for serious seafood lovers, and the marquee crabs sell out, so reserve ahead and ask about the day's catch. Come hungry, come in a group, and expect a hands-on, gloriously messy feast.
Address: 15, 1 Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Bangkok
Ministry of Crab takes reservations through Chope. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Bangkok; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 23:30
- Tuesday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 23:30
- Wednesday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 23:30
- Thursday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 23:30
- Friday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 23:30
- Saturday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 23:30
- Sunday: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 23:30
Frequently asked about Ministry of Crab
How do I get a reservation at Ministry of Crab in Bangkok?
Tables at Ministry of Crab are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Bangkok plan, our Bangkok partner handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Ministry of Crab?
Ministry of Crab is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Ministry of Crab?
Ministry of Crab keeps an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Ministry of Crab located?
Ministry of Crab is in Bangkok, at 15, 1 Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110. MyRSVP can build it into a full Bangkok itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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