What to eat in Bangkok? Discover the paradise of delicious, nutritious and cheap street food

No trip to Bangkok is complete without spending at least one day strolling through the crowded streets, where food carts always give off fragrant aromas whether early in the morning or late at night. Bangkok is truly a “street food paradise”. Here, eating is not just to fill your stomach, but also a way for you to understand more about the culture, lifestyle and personality of the Thai people. Let’s start with a day of experiencing food and entertainment in Bangkok with the following suggestions.

Pad Thai

Pad Thai – One of the symbols of Thai street food . (Photo: Collected)

Discover the paradise of Thai street food , start with a plate of Pad Thai with the fragrant smell of shrimp, eggs and roasted peanuts. The soft and chewy rice noodles are stir-fried in a large pan with sweet and sour tamarind sauce, just add a little lime juice to awaken your taste buds. You can easily find Pad Thai in every corner, but the most delicious and authentic is still in Yaowarat (Chinatown) or Khao San - where the vibrant life does not sleep all night.

Kuay Teow Noodles

Kuay Teow - A nutritious breakfast dish, especially at small roadside stalls. (Photo: Collected)

If you want to start your morning lightly but still have enough nutrients, Kuay Teow is the ideal choice. This is a traditional dish that Thai people love in the morning. A bowl of Kuay Teow usually consists of thin white rice noodles, clear broth simmered from pork bones, accompanied by a few slices of boiled meat, bean sprouts, green onions and a little crispy pork fat. The natural sweetness of the broth combined with a little spiciness from dried chili, adding a few drops of vinegar, although simple, this Thai street food is very "addictive". In particular, the sidewalk noodle shops scattered around Pratunam, Bang Rak or near BTS stations are often visited by locals every morning, a great way for you to eat and fully feel the early morning rhythm of Bangkok.

Tom Yum Goong

Tom Yum Goong – Spicy and sour soup with shrimp, lemongrass, lime leaves, strong aroma. (Photo: Collected)

What to eat next in Bangkok ? If you are brave enough to experience the spicy taste of Thailand, try Tom Yum Goong - the legendary spicy and sour shrimp soup. The hot broth is made from coconut milk, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, fresh chili and tiger prawns, and it will warm your stomach in the hot and humid Bangkok. Usually, small stalls around Chatuchak Market or Silom area will have the famous "no sign" Tom Yum bowls, where locals line up every noon.

Mango Sticky Rice

Mango Sticky Rice – A super popular Thai street snack that is simple yet addictive. (Photo: Collected)

After the main course, mango sticky rice is a dessert not to be missed. The sweet taste of ripe golden mango, combined with sticky rice and rich coconut milk will make you "melt" from the first bite. A portion of mango sticky rice is usually only about 50-70 baht, just enough for you to feel "pampered" without worrying about your thin wallet.

Other dishes in Bangkok

Grilled meat skewers - A Thai street food specialty that cannot be missed when traveling to Bangkok. (Photo: Collected)

Don’t forget to visit areas like Ratchada Night Market, Rod Fai or Asiatique at night. There, snacks like coconut ice cream, grilled meat skewers, Thai fried chicken, and spicy dried shrimp noodles are always ready to satisfy your stomach after a day of walking around. Bangkok’s dining experiences always start with surprises and end with satisfaction.

And the best part is: you don’t need to go to a fancy restaurant to enjoy these flavors. All you need is a folding table, a few low plastic chairs, and most importantly, a soul ready to explore, and you can eat “like a Thai” in the heart of Bangkok. Don’t hesitate, travel to Thailand! Let's "eat up" Bangkok right away!

Source: https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/an-gi-o-bangkok-street-food-ngon-bo-re-v17541.aspx