Mit Ko Yuan Restaurant — Restaurant in Sao Chingcha Subdistrict

Love at first bite. Okay, it’s a bad cliche, but that’s how I felt when I was recently brought to Mit Ko Yuan (MKY), an iconic Thai-Chinese food eatery near Bangkok’s Giant Swing.

The seafood vermicelli (yum woon sen) was the best I’ve ever eaten in Thailand. The seafood was super fresh and beautifully complimented by a zingy dressing - I would come back for that alone.

The prawn fried rice was also next level with perfectly cooked fried rice topped by two large deep fried prawns that delivered big flavor and crunch simultaneously. Also recommend stir fry vegetables with crispy pork.

The menu is comprehensive and they file all the signature dishes in the “This is a Wonderful Dish” opening page. According to my better half, MKY has been in business for 80+ years, and while the decor hasn’t changed, the old Chinatown atmosphere adds to the dining pleasure.

When you have dining institutions like this, I don’t know why visitors flock to the IG famous eateries instead of this. But given the large number of Bangkokians eating here, they’re doing fine and I’m already counting down the days until I return - and with more people - try many...

Classic Thai-Hainanese Restaurant Near Bangkok City Hall

This long-standing Thai-Hainanese restaurant near Bangkok City Hall is a great place to enjoy comforting, flavorful dishes at affordable prices. The food is tasty without being overly spicy, making it easy to enjoy for all kinds of diners.

One dish that stood out was the garlic fried pork. It may look a bit dry at first, but the meat is actually tender and full of flavor. The tom yum goong was also impressive—the shrimp were fresh and perfectly cooked, with a smooth and balanced broth that wasn't too spicy or sour.

The restaurant has an air-conditioned indoor area with plenty of seating, making it suitable for families or larger groups. A solid choice if you're in the area and looking for classic Thai and...

Love this local Thai traditional diner. No frills interior but that’s the charm. Family run with passion from the moment you arrive. Greeted at the door to find you a seat in this always busy traditional Thai style eatery. They will help make suggestions on a menu that is written both in Thai and English with photos that help. Every dish was delightful and delicious. Recommend the Thai shrimp soup , sautéed spicy clams and grilled pork sautéed with an exotic green vegetable. Mostly local Thais eating here because they know the food is excellent with traditional recipes from grandma. We will be back for more that’s for sure. And after dinner you can walk five short blocks to the beautiful Wat Temple and get a great mediation and prayer in after...