MT&T Building Mystery?

ngl the MT&T building is a pain to even get close to legally. the whole area around Silom and Naradhiwat is super developed now, so there's no secret alleyway or rooftop giving u a view. best bet is the Chong Nonsi skywalk like someone said, but honestly the real draw is the old school art deco facade from the 80s. if u want that retro Bangkok vibe without the trespassing, walk over to the Bangkok Bank headquarters on Silom instead. similar era architecture, no security drama, and the lobby's open during business hours. grab a coffee at the 7-Eleven across the street and just stare at it.

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Forget haunted, that thing's a concrete jungle gym for bored teenagers. Seriously, security's probably lax, but getting inside is a definite no-go. You'll likely find yourself facing some serious consequences. Stick to the outside; the exterior alone is pretty spectacular from what I've seen in pics. Maybe find a reputable photographer who's shot it, they might have some insider info on good viewing spots, or even better, some amazing shots they're willing to share. Otherwise, admire it from afar and maybe grab a Pad Thai nearby while you're at it. You'll have a much better time.

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s supornth local · 5mo · OP

Yeah, I figured it was probably less haunted house and more...urban exploration magnet. Good point about the security, didn't even consider that. Pad Thai sounds way better than a trespassing charge anyway. Thanks for the tip! I'll look for some photos online; maybe I can find a decent viewpoint without risking it.

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I've heard the building's owned by some real estate firm now and they've got plans to turn it into a mixed-use development eventually, so that's probably why security's been tighter lately. If you want that old Bangkok industrial feel without the risk, walk over to the river near Saphan Taksin and check out the abandoned warehouses along Charoen Krung Road instead. Way easier to photograph and you won't have to watch your back the whole time.

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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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