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pected but satisfying twists as a unifying element.
(
0 2652 1700;
www.eatatgaggan.com
; 68/1 Soi
Langsuan; set menu 1600B;
noon-2.30pm & 6-11pm;
;
Ratchadamri exit 2)
15
Som Tam Nua
$
NORTHEASTERN THAI
It can't compete with the street stalls for flavour or authenticity, but if you need to be
seen, particularly while in air-con and trendy surroundings, this is a good place to sample
northeastern Thai specialities. Expect a lengthy line at dinner.
(392/14 Soi 5, Siam Sq; mains
59-130B;
10.45am-9.30pm;
;
Siam exit 4)
16
Koko
$
THAI
Perfect for a mixed crowd; this casual cafe-like restaurant offers a lengthy veggie menu,
not to mention a brief but solid repertoire of meat-based Thai dishes, such as a Penang
curry served with tender pork, or fish deep-fried and served with Thai herbs.
(262/2 Soi 3,
Siam Sq; mains 70-220B;
11am-9pm;
;
Siam exit 2)
17
Food Plus
$
This claustrophobic alleyway is bursting with the wares of several
ráhn kôw gaang
(rice
and curry stalls). Most dishes are made ahead of time, so simply point to what looks tasty.
You'll be hard-pressed to spend more than 100B, and the flavours are unanimously au-
thentic and tasty.
(btwn Soi 5 & Soi 6, Siam Sq; mains 30-70B;
THAI
9am-3pm;
Siam exit 2)
18
New Light Coffee House
$
Travel back in time to 1960s-era Bangkok at this vintage diner popular with students from
nearby Chulalongkorn University. Try old-school Western dishes, all of which come ac-
companied by a soft roll and green salad, or choose from the extensive Thai menu.
(426/1-4
Soi Chulalongkorn 64; mains 60-200B;
THAI-INTERNATIONAL
8.30am-11.30pm;
;
Siam exit 2)
