Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Phat Thai Ari
Phat Thai Ari is one of Bangkok's better-known
pàt tai
shops. For something differ-
ent, try the 'noodle-less' version, where strips of crispy green papaya are substituted
for the traditional rice noodles. Phat Thai Ari is located on the unmarked lane that
leads to Phaholyothin Center.
Khao Soi Stall
Come lunchtime, this open-air
stall
(off Th Phahonyothin; mains from 30B; 7am-2pm Mon-Fri;
Ari exit 3)
serves deep bowls of
kâw soy
, a northern Thai curry noodle soup that's a
rarity in Bangkok. Located in the unmarked alleyway adjacent to the bottom of BTS
exit 3, it's sold from the stall farthest from Th Phahonyothin. No roman-script sign.
Baan Suan Pai
The vegetarian equivalent of the mall food court, Baan Suan Pai is an open-air,
wholesome-feeling gathering of vendors selling meat-free Thai-style dishes, drinks
and desserts. It's located inside Banana Family Park, which is accessible from Th
Phahonyothin or Soi Ari 1.
Salt
With a DJ booth absent-mindedly flashing a copy of
Larousse Gastronomique
,
Salt
(cnr Soi Ari 4 (Nua) & Soi 7 (Ari), Th Phahonyothin; Ari exit 3)
is the kind of eclectic bar/res-
taurant that's shaping Bangkok's dining scene. The menu ranges from sushi to pizza,
with an emphasis on grilled and smoked dishes.
Aree
Exposed brick, chunky carpets and warm lighting give
Aree
(cnr Soi Ari 4 (Nua) & Soi 7
(Ari), Th Phahonyothin; 6pm-1am; Ari exit 3)
a cosier feel than your average Bangkok
bar. It also offers live music (from 8pm Tuesday to Sunday), contemporary Thai
drinking snacks, and a drinks list with a few interesting single malts.
