Before You Explore Bangkok

If you're staying at Banyan Tree Bangkok, it's worth planning a few travel essentials before your trip. Booking them in advance can save time and often helps you secure better prices.

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1. Jok Prince 🏆 Michelin Guide Recommended

Distance: 10 minutes by taxi

One of Bangkok's most famous porridge shops, Jok Prince has been serving smoky charcoal-cooked rice porridge for decades and is even featured in the Michelin Guide.

Must-Try

• Pork porridge
• Century egg porridge
• Soft-boiled egg
• Crispy dough sticks

Budget: 60–150 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Jok+Prince+Bangkok

2. Convent Road Food Stalls ⭐ Best Local Street Food

Distance: 15-minute walk

Convent Road is one of Silom's busiest lunch streets, packed with local vendors serving authentic Thai dishes at affordable prices.

Must-Try

• Pad Thai
• Thai curry with rice
• Boat noodles
• Mango sticky rice
• Fresh fruit
• Thai milk tea

Budget: 50–150 THB per person

Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Convent+Road+Street+Food/@13.7264006,100.5338844,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m7!1e2!3m5!1sCIHM0ogKEICAgICb4bGFUQ!2e10!3e12!7i4032!8i3024!4m9!3m8!1s0x30e29f82cbaceaa1:0xe1e830fc7ada5ea2!8m2!3d13.7264006!4d100.5338844!10e5!14m1!1BCgIgAQ!16s%2Fg%2F11jz1n0ztx?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDcyMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

3. Silom Soi 20 Street Food 👨‍🍳 Local Favorite

Distance: 8 minutes by taxi (around 20-minute walk)

Silom Soi 20 is a hidden gem where local office workers gather for breakfast and lunch. Expect authentic Thai food at local prices.

Must-Try

• Moo Ping (Grilled Pork Skewers)
• Khao Man Gai
• Roast Duck Rice
• Thai curry with rice
• Mango sticky rice

Budget: 50–150 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Silom+Soi+20+Street+Food+Bangkok

4. Thip Samai Pad Thai ⭐ Famous Pad Thai

Distance: 15 minutes by taxi

Often called Bangkok's most famous Pad Thai restaurant, Thip Samai is worth visiting for its signature stir-fried noodles.

Must-Try

• Signature Pad Thai
• Shrimp Pad Thai
• Crab Pad Thai
• Fresh orange juice

Budget: 100–300 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Thip+Samai+Bangkok

5. Nai Mong Hoi Thod 🏆 Michelin Bib Gourmand

Distance: 15 minutes by taxi

A Michelin Bib Gourmand favorite known for its crispy oyster omelette.

Must-Try

• Oyster omelette
• Mussel omelette
• Seafood fried rice

Budget: 100–250 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Nai+Mong+Hoi+Thod+Bangkok

6. Yaowarat Road (Bangkok Chinatown) 🌃 Best Night Street Food

Distance: 15–20 minutes by taxi

Bangkok's most famous street food destination comes alive after sunset with hundreds of food stalls.

Must-Try

• Seafood BBQ
• Grilled squid
• Dim sum
• Mango sticky rice
• Chinese desserts

Budget: 50–300 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Yaowarat+Road+Bangkok

7. Victory Monument Boat Noodles 🍜 Bangkok Classic

Distance: 20 minutes by taxi

The famous Boat Noodle Alley is perfect for sampling multiple small bowls of noodles.

Must-Try

• Beef boat noodles
• Pork boat noodles
• Crispy pork skin

Budget: 100–200 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Victory+Monument+Boat+Noodles+Bangkok

8. Ratchawat Market 👨‍👩‍👧 Local Market Experience

Distance: 20 minutes by taxi

A favorite among locals, Ratchawat Market offers authentic Thai street food without the tourist crowds.

Must-Try

• Roast duck
• Grilled pork
• Thai curry
• Fresh seafood

Budget: 50–200 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Ratchawat+Market+Bangkok

9. Or Tor Kor Market 🥭 Premium Thai Market

Distance: 20 minutes by MRT

Frequently ranked as one of the world's best fresh markets, Or Tor Kor is an excellent place to sample premium Thai food.

Must-Try

• Mango sticky rice
• Coconut ice cream
• Seafood
• Tropical fruits

Budget: 80–300 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Or+Tor+Kor+Market+Bangkok

10. Wang Lang Market 💰 Budget Local Food

Distance: 20 minutes by taxi

Located across the Chao Phraya River, Wang Lang Market is famous for affordable street food and desserts.

Must-Try

• Crispy pork
  • Boat noodles
• Thai pancakes
• Grilled squid

Budget: 50–200 THB per person

Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?q=Wang+Lang+Market+Bangkok