Seo Lang — Restaurant in Wang Burapha Phirom Subdistrict

If you're looking for a no-frills, wallet-friendly spot in Bangkok, Seo Lang (ร้านเสียวหลัง) is a hidden gem worth checking out. Located along 227 Chakkraphet Rd, it's a small, simple restaurant with a minimalist menu offering two main dishes: Chicken Basil with Rice and Garlic Pepper Chicken with Rice, both priced at just 50 baht. For an extra 10 baht, you can add an egg to your dish, which is a great little bonus.

The food is solid — not gourmet, but it does the job of filling you up when you're hungry. The portions are generous, with plenty of chicken and rice to keep you satisfied. It’s the kind of meal that isn’t going to wow your taste buds, but it’ll certainly take care of your hunger. The fact that you see locals enjoying their meal here is always a good sign. If it's good enough for the Thai crowd, it’s probably worth trying.

I personally wish they'd offer a bit more of the green and red chili, as the chicken would definitely benefit from the extra kick. Still, it's tasty enough, especially when paired with the rice. The staff isn’t fluent in English, but the menu is in English, and you can always point to make your order — it’s simple.

What really makes Seo Lang stand out is its value for money. In a city like Bangkok, where dining out can quickly add up, finding a place that serves you a hearty meal for 50 baht is a rare and wonderful thing. The food comes out quickly, which is perfect if you're on the go or just need something to fuel you up without delay. It's a great find in the heart of the city, especially near the expensive cafes and restaurants around Wat Phra. If you're after a cheap, filling meal that won't break the bank, Seo Lang should be...

An old-fashioned ready-to-order rice restaurant with a questionable name in the Pak Khlong Talat area. It is said that before, the restaurant used to be located at the entrance of the market. There was always a fruit and vegetable cart passing behind the customers’ backs, so people were afraid of being hit by the food cart. This is where the name “sieo lang”, which means “afraid of being hit in the back”. Another thing that is kind of cool about this restaurant is that this restaurant has only 2 menus for you to choose from, which are Basil Chicken and Garlic Chicken. The serving size almost overflows the plate, so you can say that it is very delicious but very filling for your stomach at the same time. Believe it or not,this shop has been opened for more than 45 years already and is still crowded all day...

Lovely find, near the pier and river. Kind atmosphere and absolutely not expensive! 50thb for a dish, 10thb to get a fried egg on top. They basically serve one dish here; chicken. You can have it with garlic and pepper and a version with spicy rice and the portions are quite large.

The name of the restaurant in English is quite funny. It can either be ready as 'back pain' or as 'my back hurts', I can relate 😆

Will definitely revisit when stepping off the pier for the canal...