Part of our Thailand guide.
Start with pad thai from a street cart in Bangkok, then move on to som tam (green papaya salad) from a vendor in Isaan. These four sections cover where to eat across the country, from street stalls to immersive dining experiences.
Related travel guides: Itineraries For Thailand.
15 Best Thai Street Foods To Try In Thailand
Pad thai, som tam, tom yum goong, moo ping (grilled pork skewers), khao soi (curry noodle soup), mango sticky rice, satay, gai pad med ma muang (chicken with cashews), boat noodles, khao man gai (chicken rice), larb (minced meat salad), pla pao (grilled fish), tod man pla (fish cakes), khao niew ma muang (mango sticky rice), and roti sai mai (silk thread sweet rolls) are 15 essential street foods. Each is prepared fresh at roadside stalls and markets. Expect prices from 20 to 60 baht per dish.
Hidden Gems: Bangkok's Most Enchanting Coffee Shops
Bangkok's best coffee shops are tucked in alleys and old shophouses. Look for hidden gems in Thailand like the ones near Ari Station or in the old town—places with single-origin beans, house-roasted blends, and pastries baked on-site. Most open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and cost 80–150 baht per drink.
9 Best Cafes And Restaurants In Lampang, Thailand
Lampang's culinary scene includes hidden gems in Thailand such as Baan Mai Thai (traditional dishes in a 100-year-old teak house), Krua Ba Nee (khao soi and sai oua), and The Old Lampang Cafe (iced coffee and banana cake). Others on the list: Riverside Restaurant (river views, grilled fish), Khao Tom Joke (rice soup, open 6 a.m.–2 p.m.), Cafe de Lampang (European-style pastries), Baan Mae Tha (local curries), and two more that rotate seasonally. Meals range from 40 to 250 baht.
Dark Dining At DID: Dine In The Dark Bangkok, Thailand
DID: Dine in the Dark in Bangkok serves a three-course meal in complete darkness. Diners rely on taste, smell, and touch to identify ingredients. The menu changes weekly and costs 1,500 baht per person (as of 2023). Reservations are required; the experience lasts about two hours. It is located near Thong Lo BTS station. For other unusual dining options, see our coverage of things to do in Pattaya, Thailand and travel tips and ideas in Thailand.
