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Jay Kob Tom Yum Kung Bang Lamphu
Late-night Banglamphu legend for fiery tom yum kung packed with shrimp head fat and young coconut shoots. Jay Kob cooks and banters—part of the show. Expect queues after 8pm. Dishes 100–200 THB. Find the cart on Soi Kraisi near the BMA parking, open 7pm–2am.
About
Jay Kob Tom Yum Kung Bang Lamphu keeps it simple: big, aromatic bowls of tom yum with prawns, done the old-school way. It’s in Bang Lamphu, a short walk from Khao San Road, and feels local in the best way—sit down, steam in your face, and let the lemongrass hit. Spice can be dialed up or down, and rice on the side makes it a full feed.
Expect a mixed crowd—Khao San night owls and neighborhood regulars. The draw is consistency: clean, punchy flavors, fresh herbs, and fair prices for this part of town. Quick, no-frills, and a reliable stop before or after a bar crawl.
Location
หน้า อาคารจอดรถ 20 Soi Kraisi, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand