Bangkok is a street food paradise. The city's sidewalks are a sprawling, open-air kitchen, offering an incredible array of delicious and affordable eats at any time of day or night.
Start your culinary journey with a classic: Pad Thai. While available in restaurants worldwide, nothing beats a version freshly stir-fried by a street vendor. For something a little more adventurous, try Som Tum, a spicy green papaya salad that perfectly balances sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. Don't miss out on grilled meat skewers, especially Moo Ping (grilled pork skewers) often enjoyed with a small bag of sticky rice. And for dessert? The undisputed king is Mango Sticky Rice, a sublime combination of sweet mango, glutinous rice, and coconut cream. For the best experience, head to neighborhoods like Yaowarat (Chinatown) or the area around Victory Monument and just follow your nose.