Why some taxi driver are so rude in Bangkok ?

honestly it's the bolt drivers that are the worst, they never want to use the meter and always try to haggle a flat rate. grab is usually a bit better but still hit or miss, try just waving down a regular street taxi and make sure they turn the meter on before you get in

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yeah the meter thing is key, even outside bolt. a lot of drivers near khao san or sukhumvit will quote you 200-300 baht for a trip that's like 80 on the meter. i just say "by meter" with a straight face and if they argue i close the door and find another, there's always another one within 30 seconds. also try using the grab app's "grabcar" option not "grab taxi", the price is fixed upfront and no meter drama, usually 50-100 more but saves the headache

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the bolt thing is real, they're basically independent contractors with no accountability to the app. if you're set on using an app, grab is more consistent but still not perfect. honestly the best luck i've had is just walking a block away from tourist spots and hailing a regular taxi with the meter on, say "meter, please" before u get in and if they refuse just step out. also helps to have google maps open showing the route so they know you're not a clueless tourist

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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