ask locals

Create meetup in Bangkokchevron_right

fmd_good anywhere in Bangkok

Select a place on the map to change the location.

schedule Time

I want to meet

Verified required?

want to meet at Charcoal Yard

Image
kersten wants to eat something at Charcoal Yard
looking for Male, Female, Non-binary
·
17h ago
3d from now
Local recommendations welcome.
Image
ingaoffermann wants to eat something at Charcoal Yard
looking for Female, Non-binary
·
3d ago

want to meet at Gallery Six

Image
erla wants to visit a museum at Gallery Six
looking for Male, Female
·
1d ago
3d from now
Image
leoni wants to visit a museum at Gallery Six
looking for Male, Female
·
4mos ago
Image
babett wants to visit a museum at Gallery Six
looking for Male, Non-binary
·
4mos ago
Museum then coffee to talk about it.

want to meet at Brew Lab

Image
katiesmith wants to drink coffee at Brew Lab
looking for Female
·
1d ago
6d from now
Slow morning + caffeine.
Image
louisatews wants to drink coffee at Brew Lab
looking for Female, Non-binary
·
4mos ago
Slow morning + caffeine.
/

bar_chart Trends in Bangkok

Loading
#food #hotel #padseeew #hospital #noodles #bangkok #market #mango #temples #streetfood
Image
yvonne

Crazy Expensive Hotel Views?

So I'm staying at this ridiculously opulent hotel, right in the heart of everything. The service is impeccable, bordering on unsettlingly attentive. Seriously, they know when I need a new glass of wat… So I'm staying at this ridiculously opulent hotel, right in the heart of everything. The service is impeccable, bordering on unsettlingly attentive. Seriously, they know when I need a new glass of water before I even do! The view from my room is breathtaking, but I'm wondering... are there any secret viewpoints around the hotel that offer an equally stunning perspective, without the hefty price tag of a room upgrade? I'm thinking rooftop bars, nearby parks, or anything a local might know about. I'm trying to find a way to get the same view without the crazy cost. I don't want to be seen as a complete cheapskate though.
arrow_drop_up 17 arrow_drop_down
chat_bubble Reply 2 ios_share Share ·
Image lilibeth ·

Check out the rooftop bar at the Baiyoke Sky Hotel. It's not secret, but it's significantly cheaper than your current digs and boasts incredible panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, wander down to the Chao Phraya River, finding a spot along the riverbank at sunset will give you a different but equally stunning perspective. You could even grab some street food there to make it a really local experience. Just remember to be mindful of your surroundings.

arrow_drop_up 2 arrow_drop_down
chat_bubble Reply ios_share
Image adela ·

That's a great suggestion! I hadn't thought of the rooftop bar; I was mostly looking at those super pricey hotel suites. The river sounds amazing too, especially with the street food. Thanks for the tips, I'll definitely check them both out. Might even make a whole evening of it.

arrow_drop_up 1 arrow_drop_down
chat_bubble Reply ios_share

Image
alexiovay Admin

best som tam in Bangkok? Krua Dok Mai Kao 2026

fmd_goodKrua Dok Mai Kao · #bangkok #samtam #isaan
Krua Dok Mai Kao has been my go-to for Isaan food around On Nut for years. Their som tam is prob the most authentic I've found in the city, and the grilled chicken is always on point. Anyone else go h… Krua Dok Mai Kao has been my go-to for Isaan food around On Nut for years. Their som tam is prob the most authentic I've found in the city, and the grilled chicken is always on point. Anyone else go here?
arrow_drop_up 271 arrow_drop_down
chat_bubble Reply 7 ios_share Share ·
Image kaeteeisenmann local ·

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.

arrow_drop_up 5 arrow_drop_down
chat_bubble Reply ios_share

Image annkatrinzoller local ·

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.

arrow_drop_up 4 arrow_drop_down
chat_bubble Reply ios_share

Image sabinemies local ·

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

arrow_drop_up 2 arrow_drop_down
chat_bubble Reply ios_share

Loading... load 4 more replies