Bangkok is indeed a shopper's paradise and also a widely recognized food city to satisfy the appetites of foodies from around the world. Everywhere you look while walking around the city, you'll be tempted by something delicious – whether it be fresh green papaya salad, a spice-filled coconut milk curry, or smoke rising from a street food grill.
Along with street food, Bangkok is also a city full of restaurants of all levels, serving both Thai and an extensive range of international cuisine.Try our handpicked restaurants to experience the real taste of Bangkok.
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- Bangkok is not only famous for markets and malls but it is also the place for food lovers.
- You can find many types of curry in Bangkok, the most popular is Red Curry.
- The dishes from the central part of Thailand are the most common dishes you can find in Thai restaurants.
- Try the local food and drinks in Bangkok and taste the differences!
- Visit Asia Highlights' handpicked restaurants and experience the real taste of Bangkok.
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Flavors of Bangkok
Thai food varies from region to region due to geography and history.The dishes of the central plains are the ones most commonly served in Thai restaurants, thereby forming the basis of what many foreigners think of as Thai cuisine.
As the central plains have a wealth of rivers and lakes, the common vegetables are ones that grow in the water, including watercress and morning glory. Many other vegetables, including wing beans, eggplant and bamboo shoots, are also popular. Vegetables are added to curries and stir-fries or integrated into simple salads with meats, fresh shallots, fresh herbs, and dressed with chilies, lime juice, sugar and fish sauce.
Bangkok is also the destination to try Royal Thai cuisine. These are the dishes – made of expensive ingredients, carefully spiced, and ornately presented – traditionally made inside the palace kitchens.
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Asia Highlights trip to Thailand
Our first tour guide in Bangkok, Marie, was great to tour around with. She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and spoke wonderful English. Our next stop in Chang Mai we were greeted by our new tour guide, Rafael. He too was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and spoke wonderful English. He made it feel as if we were traveling around with a long time friend. Every time we arrived at a new destination, we were greeted at the airport by someone with a sign with our name making our travels easy. I would definitely recommend Asia Highlights to anyone looking for a well planned trip of a lifetime! More
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The tour guides were all knowledgeable and accommodating, especially Mayuree in Bangkok- absolutely wonderful. We felt taken care of and every step of the way was catered to our needs. More
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Private tour perfect for our times
Asia highlights organized a private tour with our requests. Everything was perfect ?? the driver Tom and the guide Ying were always on time with a smile in their face. Always willing to help and make our trip perfect. Bangkok is a very hot city so we minimized the time outside. The driver always had cold towels for us in the van and cold beverages. More
Virginia, Feb 2024
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Thailand
We loved Chiang Mai and Susie did a great job showing us several temples, taking many pictures of us with the elephants at the sanctuary (a definite highlight of the entire trip!), and making sure we were well fed, which became a running joke between us.We had a very relaxing few days in Phuket enjoying the beautiful beaches. Kai was great, answering all of our questions and giving us a nice tour of the old town. The all-day speedboat tour of the Phi Phi islands started off a little shaky as the sea was quite rough so if you’re at all uncomfortable bouncing around in a speedboat, you might want to skip that tour. Things did calm down as the day went on and some of the areas they took us to for swimming, snorkeling, etc were really beautiful. A couple of the islands were too crowded with people. More
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If you are traveling to Bangkhok you need to request Victor. He made our trip amazing! My family completed bucket list items with his guidance. He knew exactly how to get us places, kept us on time, made us feel safe, educated us on history, spoke excellent English and was genuinely a nice man! Everyone we encountered was awesome- but Victor is the reason for my 5 star review! More
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Very well organized
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Family trip to Thailand
We were lucky to be greeted by Marie and her driver.In Marie, we have made a friend for life. She is incredibly smart and knowledgeable about her home country. From the vast number of temples to safely traversing Chinatown.She helped give us tips on our free days, locate left behind lost clothing and arrange for pickup. She even helped check us in for our flight to Chiang Mai.She prepared us ahead of time for every event we had scheduled and bonded with our kids, 3x 13 year olds. More
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Thailand with and amazing tour guide Ying
I highly recommend Ying as a tour guide in Thailand. Her expertise in Thai culture, combined with her passion for food and genuine love for her country, made the tour an exceptional experience. If you're looking for a guide who will not only show you the sights but also immerse you in the local culture and help you discover delicious Thai cuisine, Ying is the perfect choice. More
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Bank was our guide in Bangkok and he showed us around the city with ease and we were able to see and try things I never would have planned on my own. After Bangkok, our small group flew to Chiang Mai for Yi Peng lantern festival and that was a breathtaking experience that I will never forget! Pop was our guide in this city and she was knowledgeable, kind and caring which made our experience even more memorable. More
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Food in Bangkok
In Bangkok you'll find restaurants and street stalls, serving Isan-style cuisine, like grilled chicken (gai yang) and spicy laab salads,orsouthern curry-stuffed roti (roti mataba).The widest variety of curries are eaten in the central plains, and the visitors' favorites,Red Curry (GaengPhet) and Sweet Green Curry (GaengKeawWaan), originate from that region.
Gai Yang
Gai Yang is a dish originating from the Lao people of Laos and Isan. Gai Yang literally means "grilled chicken" andit is often paired with green papaya salad and sticky rice.It is also eaten with raw vegetables, and often dipped in spicy sauces such as Laotian jaew bong.
A whole chicken is halved and pounded flat. It is marinated and then grilled over a low heat on a charcoal flame for a long time but doesn't turn out burnt or dry. The marinade typically includes fish sauce, garlic, turmeric, coriander root, and white pepper.
Many variations exist, and it is also quite common to find black soy sauce, hoisin sauce, shallots, leaves and seeds of coriander, lemongrass, chilies, ginger, vinegar, palm sugar, and MSG used to marinate the chicken.
Spicy Laab (Meat Salad)
Laab, also known as LarborLaap, is usually eaten as a part of a set (Laab, papaya salad and sticky rice.) The set is accompanied by string beans, slivers of cabbage, water spinach and Thai basil. It can be served as an appetizer or as a main course.
There are variations of Laab, like duck Laab or chicken Laab. Some people also love to include a few pieces of liver in Laab. It is usually flavored with fish sauce, lime juice, padaek, roasted ground rice and fresh herbs. The meat can be either raw or cooked.
Roti Mataba
Street carts selling fried Roti (an unleavened bread that originated in India and is popular across South and Southeast Asia) are not hard to find in Thailand. The sweet version, often stuffed with bananas and drizzled with sweet condensed milk, is popular all over Thailand.
You can also opt for RotiMataba, with fillings like fish and herbs, or beef massaman stuffed into flaky yet filling Roti and pan fried. It makes a decadent snack any time of day, but the Mataba particularly shines as a breakfast.
GaengPhet
GaengPhet is a popular Thai dish consisting of red curry paste, coconut milk and meat such as chicken, beef, pork, duck or shrimp, or the vegetarian protein source,tofu.The base of the red curry paste is traditionally made with mortar and pestle and remains moist throughout the preparation process.
The main ingredients of GaengPhet include (dried) red chili peppers, garlic, shallots, galangal, shrimp paste, salt, kaffir lime leaves, coriander root, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, peppercorns and lemongrass.
GaengKeawWaan
GaengKeawWaan,literally 'SweetGreen Curry', is a central Thai variety of curry.Apart from the main protein, traditionally fish, fish balls or meat, the dish contains coconut milk, green curry paste, palm sugar, and fish sauce. Thai eggplant (aubergine), pea aubergine, or other green or white vegetables and even fruit are often added.
The curry is not necessarily sweeter than other Thai curries but, although the spiciness varies, it tends to be more pungent than the milder red curries.Green curry was invented during the reign of King Rama 6 or Rama 7, in the years between 1908 and 1926.
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Drinks in Bangkok
As Bangkok has been a major attraction for people from all over the world, the drinks available are changing rapidly to satisfy the tourists. As a result, street-stalls, cafés and restaurants are continuously experimenting to translate the bold, complicated tastes of Thai cuisine into great drinks for their customers. So, here are some drinks you have to try if you are in Bangkok.
Cha Yen (Thai Iced Tea)
Believed to be the most delicious and popular Thai drink of all, Cha Yen or Thai iced tea is a tasty, orange, milky traditional tea that proves to win many tourists' hearts. Its friendly flavor of milk and sweetness, complemented by the tea aroma, creates a perfect drink for everyone.
Cha Yen is brewed with tea leaves and then mixed with condensed milk to add its milky, sweet flavor. You can choose to enjoy it cold or hot; either way it is delicious.
Oliang (Thai Iced Coffee)
Oliang, or Thai iced coffee, is another traditional drink of Thailand. It is similar to Americano but not exactly the same. Oliang is a mixture of coffee and other ingredients, often roasted rice and caramel, which results in a unique flavor.
People normally enjoy Oliang cold. After brewing the coffee with the help of coffee sock (tea/coffee filter), the brewer will then add sugar and ice.
Nom Yen (Iced Milk with Syrup)
Thai people can be very creative when it comes to food and drinks. While other people will just drink a cup of hot milk, Nom Yen is prepared with fresh hot milk, and mixed with green or red syrup and ice.
This makes a fancy delicious milky drink, which is popular among kids and Thai teenagers and those who do not consume caffeinated drinks.
Thai Beer
Thai beer brands like Singha, Leo and Chang, which gained recognition worldwide, are the must-try alcoholic beverage, due to their good taste and price. Alcoholic drinks in Thailand are famous for their affordable price and easy accessibility.
Although you can find imported beers at most bars and restaurants, local beers do a great job to cause relief from the hot and humid weather of Bangkok.
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Asia Highlights' Handpicked Restaurants
Our handpicked restaurants are judged by four different factors: quality of food, ambience, location and uniqueselling-point. So make sure to visit these restaurants and experience the real taste of Bangkok.
The Deck
The food served here is prepared to be the best, andthe atmosphere is what makes the Deck so good. While there are plenty of waterfront dining options to pick from in Bangkok, this is the only one with the view of a brightly-lit golden temple. 'The Deck by the River', as it is fully named, boasts the city's best view of its most iconic landmark, Wat Arun, or The Temple of Dawn.
Address: Arun Residence, 36-38 SoiPratooNokYoong, Maharat Road, Bangkok, 1020
Opening Hours: Daily 11am – 10pm
Phone: 02-221-9158
Err Urban Rustic Thai
Err charms with its urban-rustic décor and flavors. The ambience is comfortable and interesting, featuring wooden decor and fun graffiti.You can be assured that the food there is some of the best in town. The cocktails are also notable. Try their signature cocktail, the Err, which contains Chalong Bay Rum and passion fruit, or the refreshing Mocktail.
Address: 394/35 Maha Rat Rd, KhwaengPhraBoromMahaRatchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung ThepMaha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
Opening Hours: Daily 11am – 10pm
Phone: +66 2 622 2291
Na Aroon (Vegetarian)
Food-wise Na Aroon focuses on Thai vegetarian food that is responsibly sourced, although there is some seafood on the menu along with a couple of western dishes for a bit of variety. There is plenty to choose from, even if you are normally a meat-eater.
Try the Ariyasom yellow curry with bamboo and imitation chicken meat. For a healthy seafood option,try the Nam Prik salmon paste, pungent and fresh, served with blanched and raw vegetables and edible flowers. This is a very authentic dish which is rare to find on the menu anywhere else.
Address: Sukhumvit 1 Alley, Khwaeng Khlong Toei Nuea, Khet Watthana, 10110, Thailand
Opening Hours: Daily 6.30am – 10.30pm
Phone: +66 2 254 8880
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