Joanna James
Bangkok is a paradise for foodies, and its street food culture is the stuff of legend. Bangkok markets offer an array of flavours and ingredients to suit all palates, whether you want to taste spicy salads, sizzling grilled meats or desserts made with sweet coconut. If you want to discover the best street food Bangkok has to offer, check out these top five markets that are guaranteed to satisfy your tastebuds.
Yaowarat Road in Chinatown is one of the most famous street food venues in Bangkok. The street tends to be quite busy at night, with neon lights and rows of food stalls offering everything from fresh seafood to Chinese-Thai fusion dishes.
Some of the best dishes visitors can enjoy here are Hoy Tod, (a crispy omelette made with fresh oysters, and served hot with spicy chilli sauce), Guay Jub (a spicy dish with broth and crispy pork and noodles), and Mango Sticky Rice (a sweet and creamy dessert dish made with ripe mango and coconut-flavoured sticky rice). The market is usually open from 6 PM to midnight
Sukhumvit has a reputation for being a lively district that offers both Thai and Western cuisine. It is within easy reach of stylish and trendy social living Bangkok spaces that offer vibrant and dynamic stays for modern travellers, such as lyf Sukhumvit 8 Bangkok. Sukhumvit Road and its numerous sois (side streets) offer a wide range of dining options, from classic Thai street eats to modern fusion cuisine.
You can find popular food spots on Sukhumvit Road Soi 38 and in the Nana and Asoke areas. These areas are full of street vendors serving grilled meat, papaya salad, noodles, and raw seafood late at night. Some of the best dishes you can eat here include Moo Ping (grilled pork), Pad Thai noodles, and Mango Sticky Rice. The best time to visit is after dark from 6 PM to midnight.
Victory Monument is a major transport centre that is located near the BTS Station. In this area, visitors will find some of Bangkok's most sought-after street food, and it is packed with noodle stands and grilled meat sellers. Boat noodles are a local speciality, served in small bowls with
a rich, tasty broth. The busy atmosphere together with the simple dining experience add to the fun of eating here.
Must-try dishes include the famous Boat Noodles (Kuay Teow Reua), fried chicken, and Thai iced tea. You can choose to go for lunch or dinner, and the market is open from 10 AM to 9 PM.
Nang Loeng ranks among Bangkok's oldest fresh markets and is located on Nakhon Sawan Road close to Ratchadamnoen Avenue. It gives visitors a taste of traditional Thai street food, thanks to its rare dishes. The market has an authentic Thai atmosphere, with sellers offering homemade curries, grilled meats, and old-fashioned Thai sweets.
Food lovers who want to sample classic recipes handed down over generations will find this location appealing. Some of the best dishes you can sample here include Khao Kha Moo (Braised Pork Leg on Rice), Thai Curry, and Khanom Buang (Thai Crispy Pancakes). Early morning to early afternoon (8 AM to 2 PM) is the best time to go.
If you're looking for a more relaxed and local street food scene, pay a visit to Bang Kachao Floating Market in Phra Pradaeng. This hidden market is situated in Bangkok's "Green Lung" and provides a one-of-a-kind dining experience for visitors.
Must-try dishes here are Khanom Jeen (Fermented Rice Noodles with Curry), Grilled River Prawns and Kanom Krok, a Thai pancake that is crispy on the outside and made with coconut milk and rice flour. The market is open on Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 AM to 4 PM.
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