Most tourists beeline for King Power Mahanakhon to enjoy an uninterrupted view of Bangkok’s skyline. But did you know there’s a place nearby where you can do just that for a fraction of the ticket price?
% ARABICA at Empire Tower is one of over 8 branches of the famed Japanese coffee chains in Bangkok. At 55 storeys, it is the world’s highest one, offering you not just a view of the cityscape, but also a perfect escape from the bustling from the city centre.
Aside from street food and family-style eateries, Bangkok is also home to many cafes fitted with mouthwatering brunch items and creature comforts. Fran’s is a modern-style cafe that has gained popularity for its famous Velvet Egg and Bacon Open-Faced Sandwich.
A five to ten-minute walk from Lumphini MRT station, Fran’s offers a calm oasis of delicious brunch and relaxing greenery away from the city’s bustling center. The cafe spans an indoor and alfresco area, the latter fitted with lush plants and umbrellas expertly placed to shield you from the fiercest of afternoon suns. Go for alfresco seating if you’re looking for a more intimate and relaxed setup.
Visiting Bangkok without hitting up her well-known supper spots would be remiss. Especially one listed in the Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Jeh O Chula has been serving family-style Thai dishes to a clientele of mostly curious tourists ever since its signature tom yum Mama noodles made its rounds on social media. The humble eatery never fails to see snaking queues of hungry diners along Charat Mueang Alley from the minute it opens.
Pro tip: The queue is notoriously long, with some reviews citing up to a six hour wait, so wait it out at a nearby drinks stall after getting your queue number from the no-nonsense lady at the front. The eatery is situated next to a large drain, so choose wisely. Otherwise, skip the queue by ordering a family set meal from Klook.
Fancy hundred-year old dim sum from a nostalgic food cart?
Pae Sia Dimsum has been serving just one thing every morning: siew mai.
If the name Phed Mark rings a bell for you, that’s because this street food eatery is owned by Mark Wiens, a well-known food vlogger who has coincidentally covered much of Bangkok’s food scene on his channel.
Opened with a group of friends and fellow foodies, including Iron Chef Champion, Chef Gigg, Phed Mark specialises in pad krapow, one of Thailand’s most recognisable street foods.
Fancy breakfast in Bangkok with a side of history? Then look no further than On Lok Yun, a treasured cafe that has stood the test of time. Opened in 1933, it is known for its Thai-style American breakfasts served in a pre-World War II shophouse on Chareon Krung Road.
We’ve heard of recipes passed down from generation to generation, but what about food that’s been cooking for generations in the kitchen?
Wattana Panich is famed for the latter, with its legendary beef broth having simmered for almost 50 years since its opening. Located on Ekkemai Road, Wattana Panich is a popular street food spot whose larger-than-life cauldron of simmering stew and chopped meats greets you as soon as you enter.
Now, I know what you’re thinking – how can soup simmering past its typical shelf life be safe for consumption? A small amount of broth is kept at the end of each day and left to simmer overnight, thus never taken off the heat. The owners are said to do a taste test each morning before seasoning as they see (or taste) fit for the day.
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