Following an incredible year at Baan Trok Tua Ngork, Namsu Shan Izakya announces the close of its first Bangkok chapter as it prepares for an exciting relocation and relaunch. The restaurant will reopen in February on the second floor of Rangoon Tea House, unveiling a new space that reflects both its evolution and its original spirit.
The team extends heartfelt appreciation to Baan Trok Tua Ngork for being Namsu’s first home in Bangkok, as well as to the many guests and patrons who supported the restaurant throughout the past year. It has been an unforgettable experience introducing Namsu’s interpretation of Shan State cuisine to a Bangkok audience — one rooted in memory, hospitality, and bold flavours.
The move to Soi Sangchai, wedged between the Thonglor and Phrakanong neighbourhoods, marks a natural next step for the brand. Known for its relaxed yet discerning bar and dining culture, the neighbourhood offers an ideal setting for Namsu’s next chapter. The team is excited to bring a more intimate concept to the area, one that blends a laid-back, social drinking atmosphere with thoughtful, expressive food.
The upcoming relocation represents a meaningful evolution for Namsu. The new space above Rangoon Tea House will feature the same intimate rockstar aesthetics, an outdoor al fresco dining area, and a new drinking-only sake lounge, designed to enhance both the dining and drinking experience. While the soul of Shan cuisine remains central, the relaunch will lean more fully into a Shan-Izakaya concept, drawing together the warmth and spice of Shan State with the conviviality of Japanese bar culture.
The new Namsu will offer Shan comfort food, carefully developed yakitori and small plates, and a stronger focus on beverages, including highballs, sake, beers and wines, encouraging shared, social moments around the table. The move allows the team to refine the concept while creating a welcoming space for regular events, late nights, and community-driven experiences.
Chef Honey Rae Zenang, Culinary Director and Partner, reflects:
“I’m really proud of what Namsu has been able to achieve in its short time in Bangkok. Growing up in Shan State, but having been guided by the drinking culture of Japan throughout my career, it’s been an honour to share my celebration of both.”
Namsu is one of three Bangkok concepts operating under the Rangoon Tea House Group, alongside Rangoon Tea House ICONSIAM and Rangoon Tea House Soi Sangchai. Co-founded by Htet Myet Oo, whose family has deep ties to Shan State, Namsu has always been a deeply personal project, built on storytelling, cultural exchange
The move upstairs at Rangoon Tea House represents both continuity and growth, keeping Namsu closely connected to its roots while creating space for the next phase of its journey.
Further details on the reopening, including the new space and programme, will be announced closer to February 2026.
