Must-Try Eats in Bangkok: Find 'Em Easy with Full Names for Mapping!
So, you're heading to Bangkok? Awesome! Check out these makan spots – some were so sedap, we went back multiple times in just four days! 😝
Bangkok Food Adventures
1. Baan Kook Kai
Real Thai flavours here! This local spot is super delicious. We ate here three times in four days 'cause the stir-fried dishes are bursting with garlic and seriously addictive. 🤤
2. Phed Mark
Famous for their spicy Thai minced pork rice (Pad Kra Pao) – waiting 30 minutes is worth it for this one!
3. Mae Varee 芒果糯米飯
No need to queue, grab and go! Still the same great taste!
4. Wallflowers Café
A gorgeous vintage flower cafe – perfect for photos!
5. K. Panich
Mango sticky rice approved by Michelin Guide – a must-try for fans of this dessert.
6. On Lok Yun
Over 100-year-old breakfast spot, really popular in Bangkok's Chinatown.
7. June Pang
Ice cream toast loaded with toppings – a fun snack!
8. Factory Coffee
Considered one of the best coffee shops in Bangkok. Especially known for their specialty coffee drinks.
9. Sweet Come
Specialty durian ice cream with intense flavour – it's like "dry durian ice cream", durian lovers, you've been warned!
10. Chula 50 Kitchen
Crab curry rice at student prices but restaurant quality!
11. Trok Silom Rooftop Bar
A cute little bar with a direct view of the BTS train – perfect for chill night vibes.
12. Rung Rueang Pork Noodle
Thai-style pork noodles, cheap and delicious. Lots of locals eat here.
13. Samantao Heritage Coffee
A "manor house" style coffee shop with a garden and pigeons flying around – super relaxing.
14. Milk Boy 牛奶小子
Traditional "Wang Zai" style milk – if you like that flavour, you'll enjoy it. We thought it was okay.
15. Khiri Thai Milk Tea
Creamy, icy Thai milk tea, strong flavour – perfect for cooling down.
16. JimJoom99 (Banthat Thong)
Authentic Thai clay pot hot pot (Jim Joom), cute space, tasty food.
17. 7-Eleven DIY Drinks
Thai 7-Eleven milk tea, mix your own flavours – cheap and super refreshing.
18. BONUS: ICONSIAM & Chatuchak
All the sticky rice, ice cream, and Thai snacks here are worth trying. Bonus for anyone who has time to visit!
Bangkok Trip Tips
- Use Google Maps/Grab Food to find the exact location, some local places have similar names.
- Go early to popular spots like On Lok Yun, Phed Mark, or Factory Coffee to avoid long queues.
- If you're in a group, order a bunch of dishes and share – the best way to try everything!
How many of these have you tried? Make a note, so you don't miss out!
