Olivier Salad in Bangkok: where to find a homemade taste on Sukhumvit Soi 31

This article was originally written in Russian and translated for CreativiTeaHaus.

I popped into CreativiTeaHaus on Sukhumvit Soi 31 intending a quick taste and a walk-off. That plan evaporated after the first spoonful — one bite and the salad felt like the sort of simple, well-made dish you want after a Thonglor MRT ride, the kind that keeps you going on an evening stroll toward Ekkamai. I’m no critic; I just appreciate food that warms you up and doesn’t pretend to be something it’s not.

Short note on taste, texture and aroma

The Olivier at CreativiTeaHaus proves texture is the main event. You can choose beef (≈290 THB), chicken (≈240 THB) or vegetarian (≈200 THB). The potatoes hold together — boiled firm with a faint buttery finish; the peas keep their snap instead of turning into mush; the eggs are chopped cleanly, with none of that rubbery white you sometimes get. The dressing is creamy without dominating. If you’re taking it away, or like a cleaner mouthfeel, request the dressing on the side.

The scent is modest: no heavy mayo blast or aggressive horseradish. It smells more like a home plate than a deli counter — something you could eat by a warm cafe window in Ari without feeling guilty. You can pair it with a strip of shotis puri or a couple of khinkali, but I usually stick with Russian tea and a glass of mors (cranberry or blackcurrant; mors ≈90 THB).

Why it feels like home

Home here isn’t about retro plating; it’s the way the salad is composed. Ingredients are visible and relaxed, not forced into a neat mold or every trend you’ve seen on Instagram. It’s the kind a friend would make when they’re focused on balance rather than the latest garnish. The regular presence of herbal teas and fresh blini with tvorog or with salmon and cream cheese also helps sell that quietly Russian corner-of-Sukhumvit vibe.

Who it’s good for and what might surprise you

Need something filling before a Sukhumvit walk or after a day in Thonglor/Ekkamai? Order the Olivier as a single plate. For sharing, add borscht (300ml ≈150 THB) and syrniki (≈180 THB) and you’ve got a full home-style set. Portions aren’t oversized — they’re honest and manageable, the sort you can finish in the cafe before midnight (CreativiTeaHaus is open 12:00–24:00 daily). If you expect a huge heap for 100–150 baht, you’ll be annoyed; if you expect decent ingredients and fair prices, it makes sense.

Mini-scene: Anna from Thonglor and the in-flight email

Anna from Thonglor darted in with a travel bag under one arm and an evening flight on her phone. She had about an hour and a half — tight, given you should allow at least 90 minutes for the transfer to Suvarnabhumi and airport formalities (travel, check-in and security). She chose the chicken Olivier and a tea, ate quickly but calmly, and ten minutes later looked noticeably less stressed; the emails she’d been trying to finish on the MRT suddenly seemed manageable. Before she left she asked for the dressing separately and a takeaway box. She boarded her flight in a better mood. Small win for a hectic evening.

Life-hack and honest advice

Here’s a practical tip: if you’re taking the salad away or will wait to eat it, insist on the dressing on the side. Potatoes don’t glue together and the vegetables stay fresher. For transport, a small cooler bag or insulated tote helps — even 30–40 minutes in Bangkok heat changes the texture. If you’re staying, order a mors and a Russian or herbal tea with the salad; the drinks cut the richness and round out the meal.

My blunt take: the “with beef” option is billed as premium and costs noticeably more, but chicken performs perfectly well in Olivier — reliable and no-frills. You can pay extra for beef, but you don’t have to. Also remember: Olivier isn’t a leafy green salad. It’s comforting and caloric. If you want something airy and super-light, look elsewhere.

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I get Olivier to go? Yes — takeaway is available. Ask for the dressing separately if you’re not eating it straight away.
• What are CreativiTeaHaus’s opening hours? Open daily from 12:00 to 24:00.
• Are there meat-free options on the menu? Yes — there’s a vegetarian Olivier and other meat-free choices like buckwheat with mushrooms and potato cutlets.

Vasya’s verdict: Olivier at CreativiTeaHaus proves good food doesn’t need to shout. It’s plain, warm and makes you reach for another spoon. Don’t skip the mors or tea — they lift the whole experience.

Address — Sukhumvit Soi 31, Bangkok (same building as GlowUp Beauty Haus). Open daily from 12:00 to 24:00. Phone for questions and reservations: +66 98 276 1802. It’s easier to book in advance: https://taverna.creativiteahaus.online or call +66 98 276 1802 — walk-ins are possible, but reservations are more reliable. Vasya approves.