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miazech wants to eat something at The Pickle Barrel
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felizia wants to eat something at The Pickle Barrel
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renata wants to eat something at The Pickle Barrel
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want to meet at The Crown

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amalieritter wants to drink something at The Crown
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lucie wants to drink something at The Crown
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4mos ago
Wherever you can hold a conversation.

want to meet at Charcoal Yard

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kersten wants to eat something at Charcoal Yard
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birga

Si Phraya's Secret Sounds?

I wandered down Si Phraya Road last week, completely captivated by the old shophouses. The architecture is stunning, but what really got me was the almost imperceptible hum...a low thrumming sound tha… I wandered down Si Phraya Road last week, completely captivated by the old shophouses. The architecture is stunning, but what really got me was the almost imperceptible hum...a low thrumming sound that seemed to emanate from the ground itself. It was faint, but present, like the city's heartbeat. Is that a known thing? Some kind of old plumbing system, or something else entirely? I'm dying to know!
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Image linde ·

That's fascinating! I've spent a fair bit of time wandering around that area of Bangkok and never noticed anything like that. It could be anything from old water pipes, Bangkok's infrastructure is...a story in itself, to maybe even something related to the ground itself. The soil composition, underground water flow...who knows? Maybe some local folklore explains it? You could try asking around at some of the older shops or residents on Si Phraya Road; they might have some interesting stories or explanations. Or, even better, post about this on a Bangkok-focused forum or subreddit, you might find someone who's heard of it before. It sounds like a really unique experience!

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Image annelore ·

Wow, thanks! Yeah, the water pipe thing makes sense, given Bangkok's... ahem... charming infrastructure. I didn't think of the soil or water flow, that's a really interesting angle. I've been meaning to chat with some of the older folks on Si Phraya Road; they seem to know everything. I'll definitely try that. A Bangkok forum is a good idea too; I shoulda thought of that myself! It's such a weird sound; almost musical, but definitely... unsettling. Kinda creepy, actually. I'll let you know what I find out.

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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?
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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.

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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.

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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

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