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9 of Blackpink’s Lisa’s go-to restaurants in Bangkok: Thailand’s K-pop idol dined at Banyan Tree’s rooftop and Blue Elephant Cooking School with Jisoo, Rosé and Jennie, and lunched at Brasserie 9
STORYFaye Bradley
- Blackpink’s loyal fan base follows the group’s every move, including where they eat and drink – so it’s no surprise that when Thai rapper Lisa eats out in Bangkok, people pay attention
- The stunning views at the Banyan Tree weren’t lost on the group when they visited, but Lisa has been spotted at small independent spots too, including Bitterman, Cafe Thieves and Akirart Cafe Studio
Wherever Blackpink goes, a loyal band of “Blinks” usually follow.
The hugely successful K-pop girl group, comprised of Jisoo, Rosé, Jennie and Lisa, has inspired a cultlike fan base from day one – a fan base that keeps track of their every move.
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And that extends to watching where they eat, sleep and play, too. For Lalisa Manobal – aka Lisa – becoming an icon in her home country of Thailand was inevitable once she reached global fame. In fact, if the 25-year-old pays a visit to a restaurant there, they see their bookings sky rocket.
But sometimes, people take it too far. In 2020, when Lisa stopped by MQQN Cafe in Bangkok, the owner was accused of exploiting her fame by trying to sell the napkins, cup, spoon and even toilet seat used by the rapper during her visit. This drew backlash from netizens who claimed the owner’s actions were “disgusting” and a violation of Lisa’s privacy. The controversial cafe has since closed its doors.
Thankfully, such cynical cashing in by restaurant owners is rare, and most are simply grateful to have such a talented musician in their presence. So, where does Blackpink’s Lisa dine when she’s in Bangkok? We look at some of her known favourites.
1. Cafe Thieves and Bar
Faye Bradley is a Hong Kong-based contributing online editor for Style by SCMP, where she covers topics in luxury, pop culture, celebrity, influencer, entertainment, travel, trending news, food and drinks, and lifestyle. As a freelance writer, her work has been featured in CNN Style, Business Insider, Michelin Guide, Travel + Leisure Asia, China Daily, Design Anthology, BurdaLuxury, Skyscanner, and Hong Kong Tourism Board. With a BA (Hons) in art and design from the University of Leeds, she is the co-founder of Paradigm Haus, a print publication that covers artists, creatives and entrepreneurs the world over, and the founder of CSP Times, a digital luxury lifestyle website. She is also an editor for luxury wellness travel publication Compare Retreats.
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