Six Best Thai Street Foods That Will Make You Salivate
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Six Thai Street Foods That Will Make You Salivate

Six Thai Street Foods That Will Make You Salivate

We know how overwhelming it can get when deciding what to eat among a plethora of street food options in Thailand. 

In Bangkok alone, there are an estimated 500,000 vendors that make up the city’s authentic eating experience. But with limited time and a list of other things to explore, you might not be able to try out everything these lovely Thai hawkers have to offer.



But fret not. We listed down the top six best Thai street foods that are sure to tickle your taste buds.

Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Thai Soup)

This popular Thai soup incorporates kaffir lime leaves, garlic, tamarind paste, chilis, galangal root, lemongrass, and chicken stock for that punchy flavor. The jumbo prawns are the dish’s main feature and are the primary ingredient to make the broth. Other cooks make a creamy version of this well-loved Thai street food by using evaporated milk.

Tom Yum Goong

Pad Thai (Stir-fried noodles)

It’s impossible to talk about Thai street food without mentioning Pad Thai. A favorite among locals and tourists, Pad Thai is the country’s national dish and you can find a swathe of vendors offering these stir-fried noodles. Once the noodles are mixed with vegetables, scrambled eggs, and meat, you can sprinkle them with crushed nuts and garnish with lime wedges. Some of the best Pad Thai dishes in Bangkok can be found along Maha Chai Road and Surawong.

Pad Thai

Pa Pia Sod (Fresh Spring Rolls)

Borrowing some elements from the Chinese cuisine, Pa Pia Sod has become a must-have Thai street food. These spring rolls are bite-sized and filled with lots of greens, so you don’t have to worry about ruining your diet. While the popular version comes with shrimp or chicken, you can also find fresh spring rolls made for vegetarians. If you’re craving for this appetizer, head on to downtown Bangkok and you’ll be overwhelmed with options.

Kluay Tod (Fried Banana)

This traditional Thai dessert is a popular local snack that you can find in most of Bangkok’s food markets. It is made of bananas covered in flour and shredded coconut and deep fried until golden brown. Its crunchy coating complements its sweet and warm center. As part of Thailand’s custom snack experience, you can pair these deep-friend bananas with a freshly squeezed fruit drink from a nearby kiosk.

Kluay Tod

Som Tam (Green Papaya Salad)

Another popular Thai street food you shouldn’t miss is Som Tam, which is made of unripe green papaya. The papaya shreds are tossed with a sour-and-spicy dressing, creating an explosion of flavors in your mouth. If you’re not a fan of anything spicy, you can ask for fewer chilis in your dressing.

Som Tam

Khao Niew Ma Mhuang (Sticky Rice with Mango)

Another entry from the dessert department is Thailand’s version of our beloved sticky rice. This delicacy is paired with slices of juicy mangoes and creamy coconut syrup, and sprinkled with sesame seeds. The sweet taste of the coconut syrup blends well with the subtle flavor of the sticky rice and juiciness of the mangoes.

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Bangkok’s food scene doesn’t have to burn a hole in your wallet — not when the city’s best restaurants are dishing out limited-time discounts, mega-value vouchers, and exciting dining promos

Craving for a luxe lobster buffet, a fiery Asian grill experience, or a weekday lunch that punches above its price? These dining deals make eating out more rewarding than ever. We’ve rounded up the tastiest offers in town, so loosen that belt and prepare to make your reservations!

Come 4 Pay 3 | Amaya Seasons Buffet

Come 4 Pay 3 | Amaya Seasons Buffet
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Gather your dining crew and head to Amaya Food Gallery at Amari Bangkok for the Amaya Seasons Buffet’s Saturday night edition, now offering a “Come 4 Pay 3 group discount until May 31. The buffet centers on The Grand Oyster Feast, featuring oysters in four styles alongside seafood towers, sushi, sashimi, a carving station with suckling pig, and live grill selections. Choose from two packagesTHB1,490 with free-flow soft drinks or THB1,890 with a whole lobster!

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Value Lunch Set (3-courses) at InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit
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Who says weekday lunches have to be boring? Treat yourself to a 3-course feast for just THB790 net at AVA Brasserie, located inside InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit. Served daily from noon to 3 PM, this set meal lets you mix and match dishes like Spicy Pomelo Salad with Shrimp, Crab Aglio e Olio Spaghetti, Duck Leg Confit with Orange Sauce, and Vanilla Crème Brûlée. It even comes with a drink of your choice — coffee, tea, or a soft drink!

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Come 2 Pay 1 Breakfast Buffet | TIVA Bangkok

Come 2 Pay 1 Breakfast Buffet l TIVA Bangkok
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TIVA Urban Thaitorria serves #BreakfastGoals with its Come 2, Pay 1 buffet promotion — two guests dine for just THB750! Their generous breakfast lineup has everything from classic Western comfort food like eggs, bacon, and hash browns to Asian morning staples like dim sum, congee, maki rolls, and noodle soup. There’s also a fresh bakery selection, cold cuts, cheeses, fruit, and vegetarian options. Online vouchers can be used until Aug. 31.

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S-M-L Dining Deals and More! | Marriott Sukhumvit Park
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Marriott Sukhumvit Park presents all-day dining deals at Bistro M and M 2 Go. Kick off your morning with a bountiful international breakfast buffet for just THB390 per person (down from THB648). Come lunchtime, pick the perfect combo with the S-M-L sets, starting at THB412 for a personalized mix of Thai and Western appetizers and mains. And for a refined afternoon break, indulge in a two-person afternoon tea set at only THB690. Each deal is redeemable until Nov. 30.

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BIANCA'S DINING DEAL | Bianca at One Bangkok

BIANCA'S DINING DEAL (One Bangkok)
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Serious about Italian food? Bianca at One Bangkok is a must-try, and now’s the best time to visit with their limited-time voucher promo that gives you more bang for your baht. Pay THB999 and dine for THB1,250, or go big with THB8,499 for THB10,000 in credit. Every dish at Bianca is 100% fresh and homemade, from the pasta selections to the dolci delivered daily. Diners' favorites include the Truffle Pasta e Basta, Bianca’s Lasagna, and the Parma Ham & Stracciatella Pizza. 

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LAVA's Dining Deal
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Shake Shack Thailand Collaborates with Chef Pam for a Limited-Time Menu
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American fast casual food chain Shake Shack has collaborated with Chef Pichaya "Pam" Soontornyanakij, the World’s Best Female Chef 2025 and Chef-Patron of Michelin-starred restaurant POTONG, for a first-time Chef Collaboration Menu in Thailand! 

Available from May 7 to July 6, 2025, Shake Shack Thailand will be serving up four new menu items inspired by bold Thai flavors, reimagined by Chef Pam in Shake Shack-style! 

Shake Shack and Chef Pam's limited-time menu features the Jaew BBQ Burger, Seafood Mayo Fries, Black Pepper Burger, and Mango Sticky Rice Shake
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First on the menu is the Jaew BBQ Pork Burger, which marks the debut of Shake Shack’s all-natural applewood-smoked pork patty, topped with Chef Pam’s Jaew BBQ sauce, Shack sauce, fresh shallots, cilantro, and pork cracklings. 

Next is the Black Pepper Burger, made with 100% Angus beef cheeseburger, and topped with Chef Pam’s black pepper sauce, fresh onion, and crispy shallots. These burgers can be paired with the Seafood Mayo Fries, crinkle-cut fries that are loaded with Chef Pam’s Seafood Mayo sauce, pork cracklings, and fresh cilantro. 

To wash everything down, a Mango Sticky Rice Shake should do the trick — a vanilla frozen custard that’s blended with mango, sticky rice, and coconut cream, topped with whipped cream and crispy mung bean. 

Head on to any Shake Shack near you or order online through the Grab app! Don’t miss out on this limited-time-only menu from May 7 to July 6, 2025! 

Follow Shake Shack Thailand on Facebook and Instagram for more information! 

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Taste Rare Fruits at an All-You-Can-Eat Durian Buffet at Siam Paragon
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A collection of more than 40 varieties of durian and other Thai fruits will take centre stage at the annual Tropical Fruit Parade!

Happening now until May 5 at Paragon Park, Siam Paragon, the delightful festival is a celebration for durian lovers, highlighting the unique flavors and wide range of durians throughout Thailand, which you can taste or buy as premium souvenirs. Discover rare and popular kinds such as the Bang Saphan Golden Durian, Phan Phra Si Durian, Premium Grade Musang King Durian, and the Ouqi Durian (Black Thorn).

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Other highlights also include an expansive market selling a wide range of fruits from all over the country, which you can buy directly from farmers and producers. Get your hands on a 100-year-old mangosteen from a 100-year-old garden in Klong Narai district, or support local communities by purchasing their products like the GI real palm sugar, lemon paddle, sun-dried eagle fish, and freeze-dried durian. Exciting new dishes and dessert menus will also be available there, such as the Slushy Tamarind and pickled fruits mixed with spicy Thai a spicy salad sauce. 

And to make things more exciting, there’s also a Buy 1 Get 1 Free golden hour twice a day at 12 NN and 5 PM, which allows you to go all out on your fruit shopping!

Don’t miss out on this splendid durian-packed event! Follow Siam Paragon on Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram for updates. 

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Try JW Marriott Khao Lak’s Sustainable Sown & Reborn Dining Experience
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JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa unveils Southeast Asia's first fully circular beachfront experiential tasting menu, Sown & Reborn, a six-course dining experience like no other.

Offered at the resort’s newly redesigned Drift Beach Bar & Grill, one of Khao Lak's top culinary destinations, this event highlights the beauty of upcycled ingredients, sustainably sourced local seafood, and organic farm produce from the resort's very own JW Garden.

Curated by Cluster Director of Culinary, Silvano Amolini and Chef de Cuisine Khun Eak, the Sown & Reborn experience begins with an optional pre-dinner guided tour of the resort’s 27-acre garden, where one of the resort’s chefs will explain the sustainable produce used in their meal.  

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Guests will be welcomed by variety of canapés, guided by a resort chef for a tasting session featuring delightful circular and farm-fresh appetizers. Additionally, they can enjoy yoga and wellness sessions, birdwatching tours, and other garden activities.

There will be an introduction by Executive Chef Silvano, where he will dive into how he repurposes food leftovers, such as potato skins, discarded coconuts, and watermelon husks. 

The first course of the six-course tasting menu is the JW Garden Duck Egg crispy poached duck egg paired with repurposed potato espuma and fresh morning glory, followed by the savory Umami Power and Prawns, a vegetable-powered broth similar to tom yum soup. 

Umami Power
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Guests will be treated to flavors that are as surprising as they are delicious. The third course shows off JW Garden’s seasonal bounty in JW Garden Chicken Egg with smoked eggshells tagliatelle and vegan Bolognese, featuring smoked egg shell tagliatelle made from recycled bread crusts. 

The fourth course marries the snapper and grouper, sourced from a natural farm in Rawai, South Phuket, which handles the fish with chemical-free practices and an all-insect diet.

Nipa Plam sugar dessert
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As the evening unfolds, dessert takes center stage with innovative sweets crafted from Nipa Palm sugar, part of the resort’s reforestation program that supports local communities. And perfectly complementing your meal, a selection of thoughtfully crafted signature cocktails, made using sustainable or upcycled ingredients, are available to complete your experience.

Beyond The Sown & Reborn initiative, sustainability touches every aspect of the resort’s operations. In just three months this year, JW Marriott Khao Lak has converted over 8.5 tons of food waste into compost, repurposed 4 tons of food scraps into circular pasta and jams, and even transformed coffee ground leftovers into fuel and fertilizer

Location: JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa, 41/12 Moo 3 Khuk Khak, Takua Pa District, Phang Nga, Thailand

For more information and bookings, visit JW Marriott Khao Lak on their website, Instagram and Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter). 

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Help Earthquake Victims in Myanmar While Earning Dining Experiences
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Imagine an auction where you get to bid for tasting menus, buy-one-get-one deals, food experiences, and more. All that is a reality — and for a cause close to our hearts. 

Following the devastation brought about by the earthquakes in Myanmar, Bangkok Foodies has launched an online campaign titled, “Meals for Myanmar,” with 100% of the proceeds immediately going to their NGO partner SONNE

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In their post, they mentioned that this would greatly help the victims, especially with the monsoon season fast approaching, and there's only a short window to help. 

Restaurants around the city, including the only Michelin three-star restaurant Sorn, have donated foodie experiences, tasting menu vouchers, private chef encounters, off-menu surprises, and more. 

Thinking of helping? Here’s how: Bid for some awesome dining experiences, buy amazing deals and gifts, and wait for flash sales

Don’t miss out on these amazing deals and a chance to help Myanmar by being a foodie! Watch out for more information and updates on Bangkok Foodies’ official pages on Facebook, Instagram, and on their website.

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Louis Vuitton Launches Dining Pop-Up with Gaggan Anand and Yosuke Suga
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Luxury fashion isn’t the only thing Louis Vuitton is serving up this season. Bangkok is about to host a one-of-a-kind, exclusive dining experience that pairs haute cuisine with high designGaggan at Louis Vuitton.

For three days, from May 8 to 10, 2025, two acclaimed chefs, Chef Gaggan Anand and Chef Yosuke Suga, will join forces for an exclusive pop-up at Louis Vuitton's sleek Bangkok store at Gaysorn Village.

Guests will have the chance to sample an elevated tasting menu by these two renowned chefs in an intimate, elegant atmosphere. 

Chef Gaggan Anand is the culinary renegade, mastermind, and executive chef behind Bangkok’s trailblazing Indian restaurant, Gaggan. With three restaurants ranked on Asia’s 50 Best — including the coveted #1 spot — his flair for progressive Indian cuisine has earned international acclaim. 

Tokyo-based Chef Yosuke Suga is the visionary behind Sugalabo and SUGALABOV by Louis Vuitton, known for his precision-driven, French-rooted dishes. 

Together, they’ll be joining forces to create a unique dining experience that fuses bold, boundary-pushing Indian cuisine with the refined elegance of French-Japanese culinary craft.

 The tasting menu is priced at THB15,000+ per person. Reservations are limited and can be made through Gaggan on Louis Vuitton’s official website

For more information, visit Louis Vuitton on their Instagram and Facebook

Location: Gaysorn, 999 Ploenchit Rd., Lumpini, Patumwan, Bangkok 

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Where to Celebrate Easter 2025 in Bangkok: Brunch Buffets and Egg Hunting!
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The Easter Holiday offers a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle, and in Bangkok, the celebrations are just as exciting as anywhere else! Whether you're in the mood for an opulent hotel buffet, a laid-back seaside feast, or a vibrant party with free-flowing champagne, the city's top spots are ready to impress. 

But the fun doesn’t stop at the table, with venues offering activities like egg hunting, egg painting, and even live performances for the entire family. Ready to plan your perfect Easter? Here’s where to eat, drink, and celebrate Easter in and around Bangkok.

Easter Feasts at InterContinental Bangkok

Easter Feasts at InterContinental Bangkok
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Elevate your Easter celebrations with a feast of flavors at InterContinental Bangkok. Butter tempts with exquisite seasonal confections — handcrafted chocolate eggs, the adorable Hoppy bunny, and a decadent Pastiera Easter Cake. Espresso’s lavish Easter Brunch features black truffle risotto, golden king crab, pan-fried foie gras, premium Australian Wagyu beef, and Easter-themed desserts. Every bite is a tribute to seasonal elegance. 

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Chon Som - FAMILY EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET

Chon Som - FAMILY EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET
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Make Easter 2025 one for the books with a sumptuous Sunday brunch at Chon Som Dining! From succulent foie gras prepared fresh to tender honey-glazed ribs, roasted lamb, and festive desserts, this buffet is a treat for the whole family. The dining package comes with complimentary access to the hotel pool. There will also be egg painting sessions and an Easter egg hunt for the kids, where the top collector wins a voucher worth THB2,000! 

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TIKI EASTER BRUNCH

TIKI EASTER BRUNCH
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Why settle for an ordinary Easter when you can escape to a sun-kissed island oasis at Trader Vic’s? This Polynesian wonderland celebration serves decadent dishes, Tiki-inspired cocktails, live music, DJ sets, and a dazzling dance show. The little ones can revel in Easter-themed activities while parents sip on free-flowing Veuve Clicquot Champagne, making it the perfect blend of luxury and family fun. Children aged 5 to 11 can enjoy the brunch for a special rate of THB1,290++.

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A Taste Of Easter | The Standard, Hua Hin

A Taste Of Easter | The Standard, Hua Hin
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Gather your loved ones and celebrate Easter at The Standard, Hua Hin, where Lido’s extravagant buffet takes center stage. Savor the rich flavors of artisanal appetizers, carved roasted lamb, baked red snapper, and creamy mac & cheese. Don’t forget to leave room for whimsical Easter treats macaron rabbits, cinnamon carrot cake, Swedish gooey chocolate cake, and more! With an unbeatable seaside setting and a menu curated for indulgence, this is the ultimate way to mark the occasion.

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LOTUS ISLAND BRUNCH - EASTER EDITION

LOTUS ISLAND BRUNCH - EASTER EDITION
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Trade the usual Easter traditions for an extravagant island escape at SEEN Beach Club Samui. The Lotus Island Brunch is a vibrant mix of gourmet delights, flowing drinks, and a beachside party atmosphere that sets the perfect tone for a Sunday celebration. Choose from brunch packages featuring Champagne, handcrafted cocktails, and Easter-inspired treats, all while soaking up the island’s best beats. This is Easter, reimagined — where every sip and bite comes with a view.

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Easter Sunday Brunch at Cuisine Unplugged

Easter Sunday Brunch at Cuisine Unplugged
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Easter is all about gathering, feasting, and creating memories, and Cuisine Unplugged is the perfect place to do just that. Treat yourself and the whole family to gourmet delights and sweet Easter desserts such as Easter Egg Macarons and Valrhona Chocolate Opera Cake. There's also a dedicated Kid’s Corner with artisan ice creams and traditional Thai sweets, a magic show, balloon art, and a chocolate fountain!

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Easter Sunday at NEXT2 Café

Easter Sunday at NEXT2 Café
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Hop into Easter with a brunch extravaganza at NEXT2 Café, where refined flavors meet picturesque Chao Phraya riverside dining. Indulge in a brunch buffet packed with seasonal favorites and treats, raise a glass with free-flowing beverages, and let the kids roam free into a world of Easter fun with an exhilarating egg hunt and a creative egg painting station. Rates: THB2,500 net per adult and THB1,250 net per child (ages 6 to 12). Book your spot now!

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