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Never been a fan of padthai, and can't help you out in Bangkok.
But, if you're ever up Kanchanaburi way, make a point of finding Suen Heng. The padthai made there is wonderful!
The "standard" versions come sans noodles, but you can have them added. They have a great, locally made woonsen.
http://tinyurl.com/kanch-padthai
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Although not the simplest, Kasma's recipes are great:
http://www.thaifoodandtravel.com/reci...
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"it's as good as it gets unless you're in a high-end hotel restaurant."
Have you spent much time in many high-end hotel kitchens? You might find it's a nightmare, trying to bring kitchen staffs up to speed, hygienically.
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Panthip Plaza has small food court on the 3rd floor. There is a "steam tray" kiosk in center that does a good green chicken curry.
If you are truly on a pilgrimage, I would send you to a shop in Sri Yan Market, Dusit. That's were we always pick it up.
http://cheapeatsbangkok.com/html_eat/...
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Taling Pling is actually a chain, with many outlets around greater Bangkok.
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Have you tried 'gaeng som". It is a tamarind based soup. I always get gaeng som cha oam, the soup with Thai omelet.
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There are exceptions. But, we've found beef to be a real toss-of-the-dice, with very heavy house odds!
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I believe this is her creation. My wife can't really translate "NUA SAO RENU" into something common.
In general, I would advise that you avoid beef and stick with poultry, pork and seafood. Beef isn't Thailand's strong suit!
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Sorry to get back to you so late. The thread seemed to get buried in the switch.
Right across the river, Just north of the Hilton, is Yok Yor Marina and Restaurant. They feature good Thai/Chinese seafood. The entertainment varies, but is usually Thai pop singers.
Your hotel may offer a cross river shuttle, or Yok Yor operates a ferry from River City, after 5 pm.
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Most of the rooftop venues are overpriced, and not much more than a view.
You might consider Supatra River house. http://www.supatrariverhouse.net/Abou...
Loy Nava Dinner Cruises are nice. http://www.loynava.com/
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Another suggestion, if you're up Dusit way, is Krua Apsorn. It could be a possible lunch after the Grand Palace.
http://cheapeatsbangkok.com/html_eat/...
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A mix of "fine dining" and "street food"?
http://cheapeatsbangkok.com/html_eat/...
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Does it all really matter boys and girls?
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A little shop opened up about about 8 months back, and it's beginning to get some (Thai) press. It's called Kook Chom Restaurant, and is located next to the Thewet express boat pier.
Chef ("Kook") Chom grew tired of punching the clock, working in restaurants at different 5 star hotels. Seeking a more relaxed, "Thai" lifestyle, he decided to open his open eatery. His small shop is acquiring quite a reputation.
He still cooks, and runs his restaurant, like a chef. He spends most of his time assembling and finishing off dishes, with other cooks doing much of the prep.
Most dishes are 50~70 baht. We found nothing priced over 100 baht. The food isn't earth shaking, but is quite good. It does, however, make for an interesting lunch.
Here is a slideshow, created by one of Chef Chom's fans:
http://tinyurl.com/kook-chom-slide
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All reviews I have come across, from "real" people, have been negative. The raves have all read like press releases.
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Maybe there should just be one, big "Oriental" branch?
;-)
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We merge continents. But, at least, Jersey has its own board..... ;-)
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Sorry, never been to Ran Jay Fai
Never been to the Sam Yan Somboon either. It's the newest store. But the curry crab is their signature dish. It should be fine. Sam Yan would be an easier access.
The Surawong store is at the intersection of Surawong and Narithiwat. The Plaza Hotel, Surawong, might be an alternate landmark for a taxi. The Plaza is across the intersection from Somboon.
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Somboon does some of the best pu pad pong kari, aka curried crab. Add some stir fried morning glory (quite spicy) and white rice, you have a great meal. Beyond that, we have found the rest of Somboon's menu inconsistent (at least the Surawong branch's).
The easiest Somboon for you might be the Sam Yan branch. It's located in Chimchuri square, at the Sam Yan MRT stop. Flag a taxi and ask to go to "Sam Yan MRT". Asking to be taken to "Somboon" can be asking to be taken for a ride. There are many Somboon clones that pay drivers to divert customers.
Up Ratchadamri, and then making a right turn, you'll come across Amarin Foodhouse, just after the little mall. It's a sleepy little restaurant that puts out some pretty good Thai/Chinese/Japanese.
If you like a big lunch, The Erawan has what I think is one of Bangkok's better buffet values. Quite a mix, from lamb chops to chicken curry! It will run about 800 baht, weekdays.
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Yok Yor Marina and Restaurant is another no-frills dinner spot. It's quite popular.
It a short ride north of your hotel, just north of the Hilton. You might be able to take your hotel's ferry to River City, then Yok Yor's ferry from there. That would be fun!
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It is quite an interesting preparation!
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My mother-in-law has a chinese ancestor, climbing somewhere in her family tree. She will use chopsticks like a badge of pride .....
Ironically, she shovels rice from bowl to mouth. Apparently, her chinese ancestor was a farmer !
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You can often find miang kum streetside. This vendor also sells newspapers across from Central Chitlom:
http://cheapeatsbangkok.com/photos/th...
25 baht! What does it run at the Elephant?
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huh........
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"They use ... their hands for sticky rice..."
Dining true Isaan style, one would use hand for the chicken, sticky rice and the somtam too!
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Have you actually tried Bolan? Other than the press release "reviews", all I've read has been negative.
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Here's a "been-there-done-that" kind of place, sort of on the lines of Seafood Market:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBZ9AG...
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How did your search for sit down "restos" go?
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