The restaurant was opened in Bangkok , Thailand , by Indian chef Gaggan Anand in 2010 , who had lived in Bangkok since 2007 . He sought to refine Indian food to the same fine dining level as seen by other styles of cuisine such as French or Japanese within Thailand . The restaurant is located in a former 19th century townhouse . While the property was being renovated prior to opening , the 2010 Thai political protests took place meaning that Anand could n't visit the restaurant for a period of time . The interior decor has a running color scheme of white and beige throughout , but there are additions of neon purple lights and scatter cushions in a variety of colors . The restaurant 's dining area spreads across two floors which remain in a series of small enclosed rooms
2010 Thai political protests
2010 Thai political protests
Gaggan (restaurant)