Sae Phun ข้าวหน้าไก่แซ่พุ้น — Restaurant in Sao Chingcha Subdistrict

So far, I have not found any Ba Mee Jun Kang (Char Siew Wantan Noodles) in Bangkok that is impressive and this includes several that had gotten the Bib Gourmand nods. Perhaps it’s because I instinctively compare them with those I have eaten before in other countries. This restaurant is no exception.

The noodles were bland to the point of almost tasteless. Had to add fish sauce and chilli sauce. Perhaps that’s the whole point. The chilli sauce was good and it packed quite a bit of heat.

The spit roasted pork (char siew) was too dry, wrong choice of cut used. Sure it’s more healthy but not as tasty. It had no caramelised exterior and the meat was too lean. Fortunately it was sliced thinly so not that chewy.

And the noodles were not cooked al dente. This cannot be a local preference thing because I have had al dente egg noodles in Bangkok before.

The pork rib was the saving grace. Very marinated meat had a lot of flavours and it came off the bone easily.

All in, it’s not a bad bowl of wantan mee but...

Sae Phun completely blew me away. We had some amazing meals in Bangkok, including a few Michelin-starred restaurants that cost hundreds of dollars—but honestly, this little spot was just as impressive in its own way.

The food was incredible—fresh, flavorful, and comforting. It wasn’t overly spicy, just super well-balanced and absolutely delicious. Everything came out quickly and piping hot, and you could tell it was all made with care. We had heard great things about Sae Phun before going, but it still managed to exceed our expectations.

One of the best parts was the owner herself. She was so lovely and welcoming, and even came over to walk us through how to eat each dish properly. That kind of personal touch made the whole experience feel even more authentic and memorable.

If you’re in Bangkok and want amazing food that’s quick, affordable, and packed with flavor, definitely stop at Sae Phun. It was such a special find and easily one of my favorite meals...

Sae Phun was one of the standout meals of our entire trip to Bangkok. We ate at several Michelin-starred restaurants—some costing hundreds of dollars—and yet this humble spot easily held its own and, in many ways, was even more memorable.

The food came highly recommended, and it still managed to exceed our expectations. Every dish was hot, fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced—not too spicy, just packed with authentic Thai flavor. Service was incredibly fast, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious.

What made the experience even more special was the owner, who was so kind and welcoming. She personally came over to explain how to enjoy each dish, which made the meal feel personal and meaningful. Her passion and hospitality really stood out.

If you’re looking for quick, easy, affordable, and incredible food in Bangkok, you absolutely have to stop at Sae Phun. It’s a true gem and one of the best meals we had on our...