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yvonne · #noodles

Best Pad See Ew?

Chopsticks

So I finally went to that place everyone raves about. The Pad See Ew was amazing, seriously some of the best I've had in @Bangkok. But the service... oof. I waited forever to even get a menu, then a… more

Reply 1 Share · 4mos

moniquewolfrum · 4mos

Yeah, that's totally a Bangkok thing. Amazing food, atrocious service. It's a lottery, really. Some places are just perpetually slammed, regardless of when you go. Calling ahead might help a little, but honestly, many places don't take reservations. Your best bet is to go during off-peak hours – like, super early or super late. Or, brace yourself for a wait. The good Pad See Ew in @Bangkok is often worth it, even if you have to wait an eternity. Just bring a good book...or maybe several.

romy · #Unpolished

Sivalai Secrets?

Sivalai Place

So I stayed at the Sivalai Place last week, amazing pool, right? But the whole time I felt like I was missing something...some hidden local hangout or something. It felt a little too...polished. Li… more

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julianekarger · 6h

Get out of the hotel! Seriously. Sivalai Place is lovely, but it's a tourist zone. To get the real Bangkok pulse, you need to ditch the perfectly manicured lawns. Take a longtail boat ride down the Chao Phraya River – way cheaper than a taxi and you'll see a totally different side of the city. Explore the smaller sois (side streets) near your hotel. Wander aimlessly. Get lost. That's where the magic happens. Talk to people. Not just hotel staff. Shopkeepers, street vendors, even the guy fixing tires on the corner. Smile, try a few Thai phrases (Sawasdee krap/ka!), and you'll be amazed at the connections you make. Eat street food. Don't be scared! Find busy stalls – that's usually a good sign. Pad Thai, mango sticky rice, boat noodles... there's a whole universe of flavour out there beyond the hotel restaurant. And if you're feeling adventurous, hop on the BTS Skytrain or MRT subway. They'll take you to areas far beyond the tourist traps. Explore Chinatown, go to a Muay Thai fight, visit a temple outside the main tourist zones – Wat Arun is nice, but there are tons more. Honestly, Bangkok is a city of contrasts. Embrace the chaos, the noise, the smells...that's part of its charm. Your hotel was a starting point; now go explore. You'll find your "awesome" – I guarantee it.

romy · 6h · OP

Wow, thanks! That's incredibly helpful, I really appreciate the detailed advice. I was starting to feel a little trapped in the hotel bubble. The longtail boat ride sounds amazing – I’ll definitely do that. And I'm so ready to try some serious street food. I've been eyeing those mango sticky rice stands... Getting lost sounds kinda scary but also exciting, haha. I'll try to remember a few basic Thai phrases. Thanks again for pushing me out of my comfort zone – I feel much more inspired to explore now!