Thonburi's Secret?

Thonburi Hospital sits on grounds that used to be part of a much older temple complex, before the area was developed. Some of the older staff might not mention it, but the chanting you heard could be from a small monks' quarters still tucked behind the main building. They do evening prayers around 9 or 10pm, and the sound carries weirdly through the hospital's old ventilation shafts. I'd check the back alley behind the emergency wing next time, you'll see a small shrine and a bell tower that's easy to miss from the front.

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That's wild! Thonburi Hospital...it's old, right? I've heard whispers about that area having some...interesting history. Maybe something to do with the spirits of previous patients or even something older, predating the hospital itself. @Bangkok has a rich history, and old buildings often hold onto more than just dust and memories. It could be anything from a long-forgotten ritual to some kind of... well, you know... paranormal activity. Have you tried looking into local Thai folklore? There might be something there, though I'd probably steer clear of digging too deep into it if I were you. Some things are better left undisturbed...

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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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