Jintana Service
Tucked just 100 metres from Ayutthaya train station, this small, no-frills Thai restaurant earns loyal visitors through honest home-style cooking and a genuinely accommodating approach to dietary needs. The menu features Thai classics including panang curry, pad thai, and papaya salad, with dishes priced around 100 baht — making it one of the more affordable eating options in the area.
The atmosphere is quiet and cosy rather than buzzing, with a simple interior that feels relaxed and unhurried. What sets this place apart is its willingness to adapt dishes for specific dietary requirements: reviewers with vegan preferences and coeliac disease have both highlighted the owner's attentiveness and care in accommodating their needs, which is notably uncommon for a budget street-level restaurant. The food is straightforward and satisfying rather than elaborate, and the pricing reflects that honestly.
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Reviews from Google
100 meter walk straight from Ayutthaya train station, on the left side. At first it was so quiet that no one eating inside, but we feel that this place is cozy. We got in and order some food and beverages. It has a vegetarian option if you got bored with meat and meat during a trip in Thailand. The vegetarian fried rice is OK for THB 45. The coffee is good and mango shake is best to close the meal in here. The owner is humble and able to give you motorbike rent discount. Just ask her politely Addition 29/11 The owner even volunteered to helps up find the raw thai tea as we confused to find it around Ayutthaya
Wonderful little place that serves authentic and delicious thai food. Loved the panang curry, pad thai, and papaya salad. Prices are very reasonable and they can make everything vegan. Also friendly owners. Highly recommend.
The first time we went in on a weekday during afternoon (3pm) the place was open with some fans on and tv was running. After waiting for a while and walking to the kitchen door yelling "hello" there was no response so we had to leave. Because of the good reviews here we went back another day, there were 2 patrons this time. So we sat down again and waited. After 10 minutes or so a sweet elderly woman appeared and came to take our orders. It seemed like she was running the place on her own so be prepared to wait! Food was delicious and portion size ok, good green curry with tofu! (Notice that on the menu the first green curry that is listed is something else than the traditional "soup style" one which I got. So what I ordered was on the second or third page of the menu)
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Jintana Service: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jintana Service worth visiting?
Jintana Service holds a 4.7★ rating from 217 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Ayutthaya.
How expensive is Jintana Service?
Jintana Service is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other activities & tours in Ayutthaya.
When is the best time to visit Jintana Service?
The best months to visit Ayutthaya are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in November – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: August – October (flooding risk).
Where is Jintana Service located?
Jintana Service is at 13000, Tambon Ho Rattanachai, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Chang Wat Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand, in Ayutthaya. Getting around Ayutthaya: Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins); Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate).
Location Info
13000, Tambon Ho Rattanachai, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Chang Wat Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000, ThailandVisitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: August – October (flooding risk)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
22°C – 38°C(72°F – 100°F)
Crowds
Peak: November – February
Getting there
Train from Bangkok Hua Lamphong (~1.5 hrs, very cheap). Minivan from Bangkok's Mo Chit (~1.5 hrs). A day trip by car from Bangkok is easy.
Getting around
- •Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Boat tours on the river
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: August – October (flooding risk)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
22°C – 38°C(72°F – 100°F)
Crowds
Peak: November – February
Getting there
Train from Bangkok Hua Lamphong (~1.5 hrs, very cheap). Minivan from Bangkok's Mo Chit (~1.5 hrs). A day trip by car from Bangkok is easy.
Getting around
- •Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Boat tours on the river
