18 Must-Try Eateries in Bangkok
Here's a list of amazing Bangkok restaurants and cafes you absolutely have to experience! The names are complete so you can easily search for them on a map!
(We loved some of these places so much, we visited them up to 3 times in just 4 days! 😝)
Bangkok Food Adventures Await!
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Baan Kook Kai
Super delicious local Thai restaurant! We went back three times in four days because the stir-fried dishes with intense garlic and chili were incredibly addictive. 🤤
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Phed Mark
Famous spicy Thai basil pork rice (Pad Kra Pao) that's all over social media. Worth the 30-minute wait.
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Mae Varee Mango Sticky Rice
No need to queue! Quick service and authentic flavor!
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Wallflowers Café
Gorgeous vintage flower cafe. Perfect for taking those Instagram-worthy photos.
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K. Panich
Mango sticky rice with Michelin Guide recognition – a must-try if you're a fan!
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On Lok Yun
A classic breakfast spot with over 100 years of history, very popular in Bangkok's Chinatown.
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June Pang
Iced cream toast with tons of toppings – a delightful treat.
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Factory Coffee
"Best of the best" in Bangkok's coffee scene. Especially known for their signature coffee creations.
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Sweet Come
Specialty durian ice cream with an intense flavor, almost like "dry durian ice cream." Durian lovers, this is for you!
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Chula 50 Kitchen
Crab curry rice at student-friendly prices, but with restaurant-quality taste.
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Trok Silom Rooftop Bar
A small, charming rooftop bar with a direct view of the BTS train – perfect for a chill night.
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Rung Rueang Pork Noodle
Thai-style pork noodles, affordable and delicious, with many locals dining there.
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Samantao Heritage Coffee
A "manor house" style cafe with a garden and pigeons flying around – super relaxing.
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Milk Boy 牛奶小子
Traditional "Wang Zai" style milk flavor – those who like this style will enjoy it, but we found it average.
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Khiri Thai Milk Tea
Thai milk tea with a creamy, icy texture, rich and flavorful – perfect for cooling down.
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JimJoom99 (Banthat Thong)
Authentic Thai hot pot cooked in a clay pot, cute setting, and delicious food.
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7-Eleven DIY Drinks
DIY Thai 7-Eleven milk tea, mix your own flavors – cheap and super refreshing.
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BONUS: ICONSIAM & Chatuchak
The sticky rice, ice cream, and snacks available here are worth a try, a bonus for those who have time to visit!
Useful Tips
- Use Google Maps/Grab Food to find the right location, as some local shops may have similar names.
- Arrive early at popular spots like On Lok Yun, Phed Mark, or Factory Coffee to avoid long queues.
- If you're traveling in a group, order many dishes to share for the best value!
How many of these places have you tried? Make a note so you don't miss any!
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