8 Iconic Street Food Stalls in Bangkok You Can't Miss
In Bangkok, the streets are full of food stands selling a wide range of tasty made-to-order dishes. From sizzling stir-fries to mouthwatering grilled meats, these street food stalls are waiting for you to discover. Here, we have compiled a list of the 10 iconic street food stalls in Bangkok that you absolutely cannot miss!
1. Jay Fai
Jay Fai is a legendary street food stall in Bangkok, known for its Michelin-starred chef and iconic dishes. The most famous dish here is the crab omelette (ไข่เจียวปู), which is packed with generous portions of fresh crab meat encased in a fluffy egg.
Jay Fai’s signature dish “crab omelette”
Drunken noodle with seafood. Credit.
Another must-try is the drunken noodles (ผัดขี้เมา), a spicy stir-fried noodle dish with seafood. Despite the higher price tag, the quality and taste of the food at Jay Fai make it worth every baht. Be prepared for long queues, as this place is no longer a hidden gem but a must-visit for food lovers.
Insider tips:
- Must-try: Crab omelette, drunken noodles, tom yum soup, crab yellow curry.
- Cash only.
- Reservation is highly recommended. Walk-in is possible but be prepared to wait from 1 to 3 hours for a table.
- For reservation, send a message to @jayfaibangkok. Or, stop by in person and write your name with a phone number on their reservation sheet.
- You could get a table immediately if you visit early (between 9:00 and 10:00 AM) to enjoy a late breakfast/early lunch.
Address: 327 Maha Chai Rd, Samran Rat, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 02 223 9384
Hours: 9:00 AM–7:30 PM
Closed: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
Address: 327 Maha Chai Rd, Samran Rat, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 02 223 9384
Hours: 9:00 AM–7:30 PM
Closed: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
Service: Cash only, reservation required.
2. Thipsamai Pad Thai
When it comes to Pad Thai, Thipsamai is the go-to spot in Bangkok. Established in 1966, this iconic stall is famous for its "Superb Pad Thai", cooked with shrimp oil and the famous chewy Chanthaburi noodles (or "Sen Chan").
Pad Thai with prawns and shrimp oil. Credit.
The noodles are stir-fried with shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, and tamarind sauce, then wrapped in a thin omelette. The dish is served with fresh lime and chili flakes, allowing you to customize the flavor to your liking. Thipsamai's Pad Thai is known for its perfectly balanced flavors and generous portions, making it a must-visit for anyone in Bangkok.
Insider tips:
- Must-try: Superb Pad Thai.
- Cash only.
- Walk-in only, no reservation.
- Located just a 1-minute walk from Jay Fai. You can plan to visit both of them on the same day.
Address: 313-315 Maha Chai Rd, Samran Rat, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 02 226 6666
Hours: 9:00 AM–midnight
Closed: Tuesday
Service: Cash only, walk-in only, no reservation.
Foodie Tips: Located just a 1-minute walk from Jay Fai. You can plan to visit both of them on the same day.
3. Wattana Panich
For almost 50 years, this family-owned restaurant has simmered the same broth! The broth, flavored with herbs and spices according to their secret recipe, simmers every day with fresh ingredients added. Known as a perpetual stew or "forever soup," this procedure has refined the broth's rich and complex flavors over decades.
Their signature beef noodles (ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเนื้อ) feature tender beef, meatballs, and tripes in a rich, fragrant broth. Do not miss this unique gastronomic gem that showcases Bangkok's street cuisine legacy.
Address: 336-338 Ekkamai Rd, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110
Tel: 02 391 7264
Hours: 9:00 AM–7:30 PM
Service: Cash only, walk-in only, no reservation.
4. Som Tam Jay So
Tucked away in Bangkok’s bustling Silom district, Som Tam Jay So is a hidden gem that every food lover must discover. They serve authentic, fiery som tam (ส้มตำ), a traditional Thai green papaya salad, along with a variety of Isaan-style dishes, including grilled chicken (ไก่ย่าง), laab (ลาบ), spicy minced meat salad), and nam tok (น้ำตก), spicy grilled steak salad.
Som Tam Khao Pod (green papaya salad with corn)
Tub Wan (spicy pork liver salad). Source.
Be prepared to wait as each dish is made to order. If you want to be more adventurous, try som tum pla ra (ส้มตำปลาร้า), a green papaya salad with fermented fish sauce; or som tum boo (ส้มตำปู) with salted crab. Pair it with sticky rice and grilled chicken for a complete meal.
Address: Soi Phiphat 2, Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
Tel: 085 999 4225
Hours: 11:00 AM–5:30 PM
Closed: Sunday
Service: Cash only, walk-in only, no reservation.
5. Nai Mong Hoi Thod
Nai Mong Hoi Thod is an old-school street food stall located in Bangkok's Chinatown. It specializes in oyster omelettes, or "hoi thod" (หอยทอด), and it has been a go-to spot for locals since 1977. Their hoi thod is a masterful combination of crispy and chewy textures. The secret lies in their technique: a sizzling hot pan, the perfect batter, and fresh, plump oysters. The result is an omelette that is delightfully crispy on the outside while remaining soft and flavorful within.
Nai Mong’s oyster omelette. Source.
Address: 539 Phlap Phla Chai Rd, Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100
Tel: 089 773 3133
Hours: 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Service: Cash only, walk-in only, no reservation.
6. Nai Ek Roll Noodle
Located in Bangkok's Chinatown, Nai Ek Roll Noodle has been around for over 50 years and is famous for Kuay Jab—rolled rice noodles in a spicy, fragrant broth with crispy pig belly, succulent pork pieces, and pork offal.
“Kuay Jab”, or rolled rice noodles. Source.
Nai Ek also serves a variety of delicious side dishes that pair perfectly with their signature noodles, such as crispy pork (moo krob/หมูกรอบ), pork spare ribs stew (ซี่โครงหมูอบ), and duck and winter melon soup with preserved lime.
Address: 442 Soi 9, Yaowarat Road Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100
Tel: 02 226 4651
Hours: 8:00 AM–midnight
Service: Cash only, walk-in only, no reservation.
7. Tom Yum Goong Banglamphu
Tom Yum Goong in Banglamphu is just a few blocks away from the famous Khao San Road. They serve one of the best tom yum (ต้มยำ) soups in town. Their tom yum is creamy, spicy, sour, salty with a hint of subtle sweetness from freshwater shrimp.
Tom yum is a must-try. Source.
Know before you go that there are several tom yum stalls in the same area with similar names. However, the original stall is located in front of the Banglamphu parking building.
Address: Soi Kraisi (in front of the Banglamphu parking building), Talat Yot, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 089 815 5531
Hours: 9:00 AM–7:30 PM
Service: Cash only, walk-in only, no reservation.
8. K. Panich
Founded in 1932, K. Panich is Thailand's oldest mango sticky rice shop and is beloved by locals for its extraordinary dessert.
K.Panich, Thailand’s oldest mango sticky rice shop.
Panich's mango sticky rice is a perfect blend of sweet, fragrant mangoes and sticky rice, infused with rich coconut milk. For their recipe, K. Panich uses Nam Dok Mai and Ok Rong mangoes. Both types of mangoes are juicy, sweet, and uniquely fragrant.
Sweet and floral “Nam Dok Mai” mango. Source.
The shop is a takeaway only, with no seating area. It is a 15-min walk from Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) and The Grand Palace.
Address: 431-433 Thanon Tanao, San Chao Pho Sua, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
Tel: 02 221 3554
Hours: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Closed: Sunday
Service: Takeaway only, no seating .
