Bang Luang House

This gem of a place serves fresh seafood with Thai flavours, featuring house-made curry and chilli paste. Order in advance or call to check availability. Try the stir-fried crab with bird's eye chilli or the non-spicy stir-fried squid with curry powder.

A neighbourhood original serving for over three decades, this humble cart is famed for its steamed crabs and prawns on glass noodles. The seafood is impeccably fresh, the noodles silky yet springy, and the flavours come alive when you stir in the rich juices beneath. Prices remain wallet-friendly and portions generous. Easily reached from Wongwian Yai BTS, just follow the tempting aromas through the alley.

This hidden gem, tucked away in a Bangkok alley since 1999, excels in fish ball noodle soup. They offer fresh, umami-rich fish balls, al dente noodles, and a savoury, aromatic broth. Optional toppings like cheese and poached egg, along with large servings and ample condiments, provide great taste and value.

Traditional and novel converge at this Thai-Chinese fine dining restaurant from chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij. Set in a historical Sino-Portuguese building that once housed Pam's family’s Chinese pharmacy, Potong blends rustic and modern décor from the ground-floor bar to the rooftop chill space. Her progressive tasting menu, offered as a single set with optional upgrades, is infused with storytelling and showcases creative use of Chinese ingredients. To make it even better, ask the sommelier for a wine pairing.

There are some things in life worth queuing for. Welcome to one of them. Jay Fai has long been a street food icon, and for good reason — the begoggled chef’s signature crispy, golden-brown crab omelettes are wonderful and will remain long in the memory of everyone who’s tried them. If you’re looking for another reason to love the local legend, then also try her stir-fried prawns in yellow curry or one of the many noodle dishes. The queuing system is well organised but arrive knowing you’ll have to spend time standing in line – and bring cash.

Phat rewards beef devotees who find this spot that showcases slow-braised cuts – from Kobe-style brisket to melt-in-your-mouth tendon. Blanched in an aromatic clear broth, the liver is silky perfection. The rich beef curry is sublime. N.B. They close on the 1st and 16th of each month.

For over two decades, this restaurant has been serving seafood here in Little China Town, an area whose streets are lined by vendors. The array of mouthwatering dishes on offer captures local savour. The popular stir-fried prawn with salt and pepper boasts a blend of savoury and slightly salty flavours. The clams with sweet chilli paste and Thai basil is another standout dish – the paste adds a hint of sweetness that complements the Thai basil aroma perfectly.